Despite the controversial parking meter deal, Chicago remains committed to exploring ways to "privatize" other public assets including Midway Airport.
But before any such privatization efforts get underway, Chicago must first establish a fair, open and transparent process designed to ensure the best deal for taxpayers.
Tell the Chicago City Council to make sure privatization deals are based on public debate, not backroom deals.
The City Council should pass a bill that creates safeguards for taxpayers when it comes to privatization deals.
Unfortunately, bureaucratic rules are keeping a bill that would do just that from getting a public hearing.
Enter your info here to tell the committee chairman, Alderman Mell, to hold a public hearing on the bill that will protect taxpayers from bad privatization deals.