Gig Economy & Technology
CHICAGO — Chicago Tests New Parking Enforcement Tech, Smart Loading Zones
Chicago will begin testing parking enforcement technology and smart loading zones following an ordinance the City Council passed March 15. The technology will automatically issue tickets for parking or standing violations in areas with posted signs, such as bike lanes and commercial loading zones.
DETROIT — Detroit Electrifies First City Department Vehicle Fleet
Detroit has moved its first city department to an all-electric vehicle fleet, spending $3 million to completely convert the municipal parking department's 48 cars to Chevy Bolt EVs.
PHILADELPHIA — Taxi, Rideshare Drivers Vie for Space at Newly Merged Philadelphia Airport Pickup Zone
A merging of the taxi and rideshare pickup zones at the Philadelphia International Airport went into effect last week, resulting in protests from taxi drivers who claim the change threatens their business.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Temporary 15% Cap on Third-Party Delivery App Fees Expires
A 15% pandemic-era flat cap on fees charged to D.C. restaurants by third-party delivery apps has expired, resulting in an increase in commission fees.
Labor & Employment
BOSTON — “Director of Nightlife Economy” Begins Work
Corean Reynolds has begun as Boston’s “Director of Nightlife Economy.” She is tasked with reviving the city’s nightlife and building up local corridors.
CHICAGO — City Council Passes Labor Agreement Ordinance
Aldermen voted to pass...
Dangote Group has dismissed as false and malicious a publication alleging that its President, Aliko Dangote, distanced himself from Tony Elumelu, describing the report as entirely baseless. In a s...