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Daley was quoted in The New York Times [9] commenting on the deadliest porch collapse in United States history. On June 29, 2003, early in Daley's second term, in the 43rd ward, an overloaded balcony collapsed during a party in an apartment building, killing thirteen people and seriously injuring fifty-seven others.

Soccer field for private school in Lincoln Park

In summer of 2007, Daley received media coverage regarding a controversial public land use issue, in which a private K-12 school, the Latin School of Chicago, tried to build a soccer field in part of Lincoln Park in the 43rd ward. [10] [11]

Bubble Zone Ordinance

After receiving complaints about the increase in the size and "viciousness" of anti-abortion protests from a Near North Side Planned Parenthood, Daley introduced a Bubble zone ordinance that was successfully passed on October 7, 2010.[ citation needed ] The ordinance creates a protection zone within a 50 ft (15 m). radius of the entrance to any hospital, medical clinic or healthcare facility. Within that zone, no one could get closer than 8 feet (2.4 m) to pass materials, display signs, protest, educate or counsel another person without their consent. [12] Those who violate the ordinance can face up to a $500 fine. This law was modeled after a much stricter Colorado law whose "bubble zone" is 100 feet. [12] Alderman Daley was recognized for her work in passing the "Bubble Zone" ordinance by Planned Parenthood of Illinois at their annual Roe v. Wade anniversary celebration. [13] Sex researcher, columnist and book author Debby Herbenick, Master of Ceremonies noted, "The fact that people are physically and/or emotionally harassed when simply seeking the health care to which we are all entitled is frightening, and that's why this ordinance is such an important victory." [13]

The law has been challenged on Constitutional grounds by both pro-lifers and the American Civil Liberties Union [14]

Historic Landmark Preservation

Alderman Daley served on the City Council Committee on Historical Landmark Preservation. [15] During her tenure there were 16 areas in the 43rd Ward that were designated Historic Landmarks including the Armitage-Halsted District. The Armitage-Halsted District was designated a Chicago Landmark on February 5, 2003, and features bay windows and corner turrets with conical roofs. [16]

Branch banking zoning regulation

Daley drafted and helped pass legislation opposing banks opening within 600 feet (180 m) of each other. [17]

Chicago Sculpture Exhibit

In 2001, Daley founded the Chicago Sculpture Exhibit, [18] a free, neighborhood art exhibition which installs sculptures in public spaces in Lincoln Park, Chicago and Lake View, Chicago. [19]

Vi Daley papers

During Daley's three terms as 43rd Ward Alderman, Daley's office contributed to the Vi Daley papers held by DePaul University Special Collections and Archives. The collection includes materials related to Lincoln Park urban planning, CTA redevelopment, and historic preservation projects. [20]

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  12. 1 2 Spielman, Fran (October 7, 2009). "Chicago OK's 'bubble' around abortion centers". Chicago Sun-Times.
  13. 1 2 "Dr. Ruth, Cecile Richards and Vi Daley Address the Future of Choice at Planned Parenthood's Roe v. Wade Anniversary Celebration". chicagonow.com. Retrieved April 15, 2015.
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Vi Daley
Member of the Chicago City Council from the 43rd ward
In office
1999–2011
Political offices
Preceded by Member of the Chicago City Council
43rd Ward
1999–2011		Succeeded by
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