What do you believe are the greatest transportation challenges facing the City of Chicago right now?

The greatest transportation challenges facing the City of Chicago right now is crime. As Alderman, I will work to develop programs that engage, engage and and give experiences to our youth to increase rider safety and security.

Do you or members of your family regularly use sidewalks, bike, take transit, drive, or a combination of any/all to get around? Does this correspond with your preferred/ideal modes of getting around? If not, what barriers do you and your family face in using your preferred mode of transportation?

Yes, my wife takes the Metro everyday downtown. We prefer to take public transportation whenever we can.

Can you share a personal experience that changed your opinion about a transportation related policy matter?

When one my friends in college was almost robbed by a passenger on the Green line, I understood that safety when using public transportation is a priority.

Chicago is a snowy city, and even one stretch of uncleared sidewalk can make it impassable – particularly for folks with disabilities, the elderly, and parents with young children. What is your position on implementing a universal city-wide sidewalk snow/ice removal service?

Yes, as Alderman I will support implementing a universal city-wide sidewalk snow/ice removal service.

It is now widely recognized and understood that interstate highways were used to physically divide urban communities from one another – often along racial and class lines. How do you propose we overcome these divisions to restore the urban fabric of Chicago and reconnect our segregated neighborhoods?

As Alderman, I would propose legislation to create art instillations along structural barriers along our highways.

What role do you believe transportation plays in Chicago’s collective greenhouse gas emissions, climate responsibility, and overall environmental health?

A vital role, our transportation plays a critical role in Chicago’s collective greenhouse gas emissions, climate responsibility, and overall environmental health.

What is your position on the Illinois Department of Transportation’s current proposals for rebuilding North DuSable Lake Shore Drive? Do you believe the proposed designs will reduce congestion, improve transit access and make pedestrians and cyclists safer? How do you think the current proposals will impact access to the lakefront?

I favor the Better Streets Chicago model of development. As Alderman I will help to propose plans to reduce congestion, provide more and improved alternatives to driving, and increase green space without the need for infill in Lake Michigan. Implementing a strategy that will make it possible for the lakefront to be a true, green respite that is calm and quiet, i.e. highway-free.

What barriers do you believe the Illinois Department of Transportation presents to Chicago pursuing better safe streets design standards and transit investments? How do you plan to work with City Council, the Governor, and State legislators to overcome these barriers?

As Alderman, I will support the decarbonization push to reduce carbon emissions into the environment. I plan to work with the Chicago Building Decarbonization Policy Working Group and other agencies to ensure this effort.

The 99-year parking meter deal enacted by former Mayor Richard M. Daley has been a barrier to enacting safe street designs by privatizing large portions of Chicago’s streets. What is your plan to address this?

As Alderman, I will urge the City Council to abolish this contract at all cost.

Studies show us that speed and distracted driving kill. What do you think are the most effective ways to reduce driver speed and increase safe driving behavior?

As Alderman, I will support legislation that advocates for speed meters, imposing a tax for those who do not follow proper driving behavior.

What is your position on the City passing ordinances that attempt to regulate the size, weight, and/or safety features of personal and private vehicles?

As Alderman, my focus will be on legislation that is of priority focus and can achieve positive results that cause Chicago residents the least burdens.

What is your position on establishing a dedicated funding stream for safe and universal pedestrian and bike infrastructure in Chicago?

As Alderman, I will support establishing a dedicated funding stream for safe and universal pedestrian and bike infrastructure in Chicago.

What is your position on creating select pedestrian-only streets?

As Alderman, I will support creating select pedestrian-only streets

What policy solutions would you implement to ensure CTA buses operate on schedule, frequently, and quickly?

As Alderman, I would support legislation that offers riders incentives such as reduced fair fees, if public transportation does not meet standard requirements.

Considering the role the CTA, Metra, and Pace play in providing public transportation within the city, what are your plans to address the impending fiscal cliff – a deficit of over $700 million – that the agencies will be facing in 2025?

As Alderman, I will work with City Council to increase revenue streams to the City of Chicago budget.

What is your position on establishing a network of Bus Rapid Transit lines in Chicago?

As Alderman, I will support establishing a network of Bus Rapid Transit lines in Chicago

Will you commit to securing the funding necessary to implement CTA's plan to become 100% accessible according to ADA standards? (yes/no)

Yes