Mayor Lori Lightfoot launched the first phase of the city’s five-year plan to help rebuild Chicago’s infrastructure, while also creating jobs. The $3.7 billion endeavor is set to impact all 77 of Chicago’s neighborhoods. As a result, locals should expect to see a lot more construction crews this spring and summer.
According to WGN 9, the plan calls for streets to be resurfaced and bridges to be replaced or repaired. Workers will create green alleys to improve drainage. Street lighting will also be replaced. Sidewalk will be repaired for increased accessibility and safety.
The plan will address neglected neighborhoods on the South and West side as well as downtown Chicago. According to the article, the hope is that union wage jobs that come with benefits will create a ripple effect because the contracts to do the work will require most of the staff hired to live in Chicago.
