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Submission of public question by referendum to Chicago voters on February 23, 2027 election regarding renaming of Douglas Community Area in honor of Frederick Douglass, not Stephen Douglas

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Clerk's short name: Referendum to Rename Douglas Community Area

Record number: SR2023-0005613
Type: Resolution; category: City Council
Status: Council Consideration (Recommended to Pass)
Sponsor: Lamont J. Robinson (4th Ward)
Co-sponsors (1): Pat Dowell (3rd Ward)
Committee: Committee on Committees and Rules
Submitted Date: Oct 27, 2023
Introduction Date: Nov 1, 2023
Official record: Office of the City Clerk

Timeline

Nov 1, 2023: Referred, City Council. The matter was Referred to Committee.
Jul 9, 2026: Recommended to Pass, Committee on Committees and Rules. The matter was recommended to Pass by controlling legislative body.
Jul 9, 2026: Substituted, Committee on Committees and Rules. The matter was substituted in committee.

Documents

Referendum to Rename Douglas.pdf (Legislation)
SR2026-0005613 Referendum Change of Neighborhood Name.pdf (Legislation)

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