complaint

Chicago Residents Asserted Parking Meter Monopoly Would Inhibit Carbon-Free Transportation Alternatives

Challenge to agreement between the City of Chicago and a private company granting the company control over the City's parking meter system for 75 years.

Uetricht v. Chicago Parking Meters, LLC

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notice of appeal

Uetricht v. Chicago Parking Meters, LLC - notice of appeal

memorandum opinion and order

Illinois Federal Court Dismissed Challenge to 75-Year Agreement for Chicago Metered Parking Operations

reply

Uetricht v. Chicago Parking Meters, LLC - reply

opposition

Uetricht v. Chicago Parking Meters, LLC - opposition

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Uetricht v. Chicago Parking Meters, LLC - motion to dismiss

Uetricht v. Chicago Parking Meters, LLC - complaint

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Chicago Residents Asserted Parking Meter Monopoly Would Inhibit Carbon-Free Transportation Alternatives

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