WBEZ add more about the ward remap issue:
A map was supposed to be done by Dec. 1 according to state law, but aldermen say they don't have the votes yet. Forty-one out of 50 aldermen need to agree on a map for it to pass.It's all about the votes. Also it's the end of the week so we shall see if the Aldermen can agree on a map and get the necessary votes. I can also believe the "Dean" of the city council Ed Burke who says that Aldermen aren't moving in large leaps. Especially if you believe this Sun-Times report of the verbal shootout between Ald. Richard Mell and Ald. Carrie Austin.
Alderman Walter Burnett, who used to head City Council's Black Caucus, said tempers have cooled after some racially-charged debates earlier this week, and he added that the council will have a map soon.
"Hopefully before the weekend is over," said Burnett, who added aldermen were planning to meet Thursday night to further discuss the issue.
As the longest-serving member of the Chicago City Council, Alderman Edward Burke said he's sat through five ward remaps. He wasn't as optimistic about that time line.
"I think we are moving. I wouldn't say we're moving in large leaps," said Burke.
i actually hope the people get to vote on this one. It's a very important issue, and one of the few where it's possible for the PEOPLE to decide. i appreciate the hard work involved in trying to develop some options...but i think it's time for people to get a say, and not just the insiders.
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