(WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- New year, new ordinances for Chicago residents, including some higher paychecks for employees, and higher fees for drivers.
WBBM Newsradio Political Editor Craig Dellimore has the highlights:
-Chicago’s vehicle fuel tax increases by 3 cents per gallon.
-Parking rates increase; for example, in spots where it costs $2 per hour, the fee rises to $2.25.
-And here's a doozy: Effective Jan. 15, driving 6 mph over the posted speed limit will be a violation that can draw a ticket; 10 mph is the trigger now.
Beginning January 15, drivers spotted going 6-10 mph over the limit in what's being termed “Children’s Safety Zones” will receive a warning by mail, officials said. Speed cameras will generate warnings until March 1, after which anyone caught on camera going 6 mph over or more will get a $35 ticket in the mail.
Officials added that areas with cameras are marked by signs and usually have a limit of around 30 mph. WGN reported "those found near schools generally enforced from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. while those in park zones are often active from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., 365 days a year."
Drivers nabbed in those zones going 11 mph or more over the limit will continue receiving a $100 ticket.
-Back to businesses, on July 1, the city’s minimum wage for the largest employers rises to $15 per hour; it will be $14.50 for smaller businesses.
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