The proposed changes would jeopardize urban agriculture in the city, creating prohibitive pathways for those wishing to raise their own fresh foods. The unnecessary crackdown on farmers already following sufficient rules and regulations is simply a solution in search of a problem. Current city ordinances already address public health concerns related to waste and odor, and nuisance regulations address potential noise complaints that could arise.
That the passage of this ordinance would have a detrimental impact on the well being of many residents, especially communities that have historically relied on these operations for income and food security. What does IEC do? Since , IEC has promoted sound environmental laws and policies in Illinois. We encourage decision makers in the private sector to go beyond minimum standards to establish new environmental best practices.
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We bring together our over 80 affiliate organizations from throughout Illinois to create policies that protect our air, water, and natural areas. She said livestock has always been allowed in the city. Petitions and calls are going out to City Council members. But he argued that the legislation encourages community engagement. Still, there is some common ground between Lopez and urban ag advocates — the need for a business license specific to urban ag, not a general business license.
You can follow her on Twitter at natalieywmoore. Skip to main content. Anthony Napolitano, 41st Ward, proposes: Limiting residential livestock to six fowl and two livestock Restricting livestock to single-family and two-flat homes A ban on roosters.
Thank you very much. I am writing to ask that you oppose ordinance O, introduced by Aldermen Lopez and Napolitano. This ordinance, introduced without meaningful community input, hinders the ability of Chicago residents and urban farmers to grow and raise their own food through fees,fines, and unnecessary burdensome regulations.
Existing City of Chicago ordinances already address the potential public health, nuisance, and animal welfare concerns related to raising small farm animals. There are better ways to address concerns around the treatment of these animals, as well as the communities that keep them. I respectfully request that you oppose the proposed legislation and meet with members of the animal rescue and urban farming community to consider alternatives to this regulation.
Alderman Raymond A. Alderman Anthony V. The proposed ordinance O would amend Municipal Code Titles 4 and 7 to regulate backyard livestock, roosters and urban farms. It outlines the following:. At the rate that these type of Alderman are imposing undue fees and rules, it feels tantamount to despotism and economic terrorism. In a city that has a fast fleeing population with a broken economic engine, low rates of pay and an ever-increasing tax burden it would seem that they would be more solution-driven and less punitive toward its citizens.
The right to grow food that is healthy and sustainable is a basic right. I want to grown a healthy family and as much healthy food as I please. Get off of my property and stay out of my business; Please and thank you.
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