Adopt-a-Sidewalk was built with the help of Adopt-a-Hydrant from Code for America. Code is available for download and re-use here.
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Chicago is strongest when people, government and business work together in the face of adversity, challenges, and even Mother Nature. Chicago Shovels is a tool to help connect the public with City winter resources and empower neighbors to come together to help Chicago navigate winter.
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| Plow Tracker | Snow Corps | Winter Apps |
Adopt a Sidewalk |
| See where City snow plows are in real-time | Lend a hand to Chicagoans in need | Useful digital apps created by Chicago developers | Help shovel a sidewalk |