ADA Sidewalk Ramp Program Progress Report
Since 2006, the Chicago Department of Transportation has installed thousands of sidewalk ramps throughout the city that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
About Parking Meters
This page contains a variety of information regarding Chicago's parking meters.
Alternative Fuels
As part of its ongoing effort to improve air quality, the City of Chicago is working with the Chicago Area Clean Cities (CACC) coalition and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus to promote the use of alternative fuel vehicles—vehicles powered by "clean" fuels such as compressed natural gas, E85 (85% ethanol, 15% gasoline), propane and biodiesel—in Chicago area fleets.
Chicago Area Clean Cities
CACC is one of 83 Clean Cities coalitions across the country. The City of Chicago coordinates CACC, whose members represent governments, businesses, educational and research institutions, fuel providers, utilities and environmental organizations.
Diesel Retrofit Program
The City of Chicago is retrofitting a portion of the City's diesel-powered fleet using oxidation catalysts (catalytic converters). The City plans to retrofit the entire diesel fleet over time, pending funding availability. The retrofits will improve air quality while reducing the risk of health problems related to diesel exhaust.
How to Request Ticket Copies
A copy of a ticket, if available, can be requested by calling the City of Chicago's Ticket Help Line at 312.744.PARK (7275). You may also submit your request in writing.
Inclusive Terminology 101
The Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities provides information to print and broadcast reporters, students, disability organizations and the general public about terminology and portrayal issues concerning people with disabilities.
Lobbyist Filing Requirements
The Governmental Ethics Ordinance requires persons who lobby City government to register with the Board of Ethics and regularly file activity reports (or termination notices, where appropriate).
Parking Restrictions for Special Types of Vehicles
The City of Chicago has a law restricting the parking of commercial trucks and junk vehicles on city streets. For several years, the City has prohibited trucks weighing over 4500 lbs, (18 wheelers) from parking on City streets.
Pedicab
A pedicab is a human pedal-powered public passenger vehicle used to transport passengers for hire. A pedicab chauffeur is the person that drives or peddles and controls the direction and steering of the pedicab.
Red Light Camera Violation Defenses
The defenses listed on this page are allowed for red-light violations recorded by automated cameras (violations issued pursuant to 9-102-020 of the Municipal Code of Chicago).
Representation at a Hearing
If the registered owner is unable to request or appear for the hearing, someone authorized by the owner can do so. An attorney can act on behalf of the registered owner by providing a copy of his/her attorney credentials by mail.
Request Copies of Tickets
A copy of a ticket, if available, can be requested by calling the City of Chicago's Ticket Help Line at 312.744.PARK (7275). You may also submit your request in writing
Transit Friendly Development Guide
The Transit Friendly Development Guide designates each of the CTA's 144 rail stations with one of seven typologies that are common across the rail system.
