The Bench seems to have had an impact on the policing of tow zone violators in the 1000 block of W. Pratt in Rogers Park. Yesterday, it was observed that three vehicles parked there were ticketed. Recently, The Bench noted one month ago that police were ignoring the two "Tow Zone" signs and allowing lifeguards - and others - to park there illegally. (See "Waiting for the Chief of Staff ")
There was, allegedly, "a deal" between 49th Ward Alderthing Joe Moore and the Chicago Park District to allow lifeguards to violate the tow zone.Why the 24th District police were cooperating is subject to speculation.
The Bench contacted Moore's Chief of Staff Betsy Vandercook nearly a month ago about this. Vandercook has still not provided an answer, despite of her promise to do so.
