Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago, a member of the Democratic Party, is exploring the idea of establishing city-operated grocery stores, supported by taxpayer funds, in regions where businesses have withdrawn due to high levels of crime.
Johnson has revealed a collaboration with the Economic Security Project to investigate the potential of launching municipal grocery stores. The initial phase of this partnership will involve conducting a feasibility study. However, the city has not disclosed a specific timeline for this initiative, as reported by the our source.
Mayor Johnson asserted that his administration is dedicated to pushing forward progressive, comprehensive government strategies aimed at tackling these disparities.
The mayor said in a statement:
All Chicagoans deserve to live near convenient, affordable, healthy grocery options. We know access to grocery stores is already a challenge for many residents, especially on the South and West sides. A better, stronger, safer future is one where our youth and our communities have access to the tools and resources they need to thrive. My administration is committed to advancing innovative, whole-of-government approaches to address these inequities.
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