The Chicago City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to approve Mayor Rahm Emanuel's first budget. So what does this mean for new fines and fees?
Offense:
Tampering with city water meter:
Old fine: Shut off
City Council approves M-Rahm's budget: What this means for increased fines
New fine: $500-750 (includes potential shutoff)
No vehicle sticker (large truck):
Old fine: $120
New fine: $500
Late fee for vehicle sticker:
Old fine: $40
New fine: $60
No vehicle sticker:
Old fine: $120
New fine: $200
Parking meter violation (downtown):
Old fine: $50
New fine: $60
Valet parking without license:
Old fine: $150
New fine: $300-1,000
Vehicle impound fee for arrests:
Old fine: $1,000
New fine: $2,000 (if the arrest happened within 500 feet of a park or school, fee is $3,000)
Failure to cut weeds, grass:
Old fine: $500-1,000
New fine: $600-1,200
Illegal garbage dumping:
Old fine: $250-500
New fine: $300-600
Parking in residential zone without permit:
Old fine: $60
New fine: $75
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