Mayor Brandon Johnson’s first budget proposal was released last week, totaling $16.6 billion and providing funding for many League environmental priorities.

Alders are getting on board an effort to reinstate a city department that will focus on the environment. Recently, four alders wrote an op-ed for the Chicago Sun-Times in support.

Chicago’s lofty environmental goals will not be accomplished without massive coordination efforts. So where is Chicago’s Department of Environment?

Chicago deserves a Department of Environment. Read the op-ed by LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby.

It’s long past time to reestablish Chicago’s Department of Environment. Join the campaign to #BringDOEBack.