City of Chicago Fined by FAA for Demolition of Meigs Field
By Carol Kennedy
Published on September 12, 2005
Expressing terrorism concerns, Mayor Daley ordered the demolition of Meigs Field and the late-night bulldozing of the runway began on March 30, 2003. The fine of $33,000 translates into $1,100 per day for each day the city did not give notice. The FAA is also investigating allegations that $1.5 million was improperly diverted to pay for the demolition.
The city has a 15-day grace period to request a hearing before an administrative law judge. If the request is not made within 15 days, the city must pay the fine. A spokesperson for the City Law Department stated that the city has not decided if it will pay the fine or request a hearing.
The airport is now a park and concert venue.
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