Mayor Brandon Johnson signs executive order requiring city contractors to meet certain standards
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order requiring the city to look closely at the companies it does business with.
The mayor's order makes Chicago part of the "not with our money" campaign.
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The executive directs the city to establish rules and guidelines for people and businesses, and make sure companies certify their compliance with those standards.
"Chicagoans work hard for their tax dollars, and they deserve to know those dollars are being used responsibly. Public money should strengthen our neighborhoods, create opportunity, and serve the people who call Chicago home, not support practices that harm our communities," Mayor Johnson said in a statement. "This executive order is about raising the standard for who we do business with, increasing transparency, and making sure our purchasing power reflects the values of the people we serve. Taxpayer dollars should build stronger communities, not bankroll practices that undermine them."
Mayor Johnson's order takes effect immediately upon his signing and filing with the Chicago City Clerk.
