



This morning progressive champions on Chicago City Council introduced community-backed budget amendments to tax the rich, support working families, and invest in real community safety. #TakeBackTheBudget
Treatment Not Trauma Amendment - will take resources from the CPD budget to establish a 211 hotline for mental health emergencies with a non-police social worker response. Lead sponsor @RossanaFor33
Close Homan Square Amendment - will close down the notorious Homan Square facility that CPD uses as an interrogation black site. Lead sponsor Ald. @CDRosa
TIF Sunset Amendment - will shut down several TIF districts in affluent parts of the city that are draining resources away from Chicago Public Schools, parks, and libraries. Lead sponsor Ald. @SigchoFor2
Amazon Tax Amendment - will create a new city tax on large businesses operating in the City of Chicago. Lead sponsor Ald. @SigchoFor25