Should Chicago buy a new gunshot detection system to replace ShotSpotter?
Chicago turned off ShotSpotter in 2024 and has budgeted $13.9 million for a replacement. Should the city buy new gunshot detection technology?
Illinois
Illinois local government directory
Councils, county boards, meeting schedules and public hearing information for Illinois cities in our directory, plus the statewide lookup tools every Illinois resident needs.
Cities in Illinois
| City | Governing body | Regular meetings | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | Chicago City Council (50) | Typically monthly, 10:00 a.m., Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St. | 2,731,585 |
Debates in Illinois
Should Chicago tax large employers per employee to fund violence prevention?
Chicago's council rejected a $33 per-employee head tax in the 2026 budget. Should the city revisit it? Compare revenue needs with hiring effects.