The City of Chicago plans to install four public restrooms as part of a pilot program to make bathrooms more accessible. According to Block Club Chicago, Alderman Daniel La Spata announced last week that the restrooms are "ready for installation" as locations are finalized.
The city will reportedly implement the restrooms in areas with high foot traffic. The program's success could pave the way for additional restrooms in the city.
Chicago reportedly has partnered with French advertising company JCDecaux to install the high-quality public restrooms. The company has designed and operated fully accessible self-cleaning public toilets for four decades and their facilities are found in 2,500 locations across 28 countries, according to Block Club.
The new restrooms will benefit all Chicagoans, namely transit workers, homeless populations, businesses, and neighborhoods.
Many high-traffic pedestrian routes and transit areas in Chicago have faced health and safety issues related to a lack of public restrooms. The pilot program aims to address these concerns and improve overall quality of life for residents and visitors.
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