Top 311 complaints of the year

Why it matters: 311 data sets offer a fascinating snapshot of citizen concerns at a moment in time.

• Plus, you can hear Monica talking about them today on CityCast Chicago.

Between the lines: We took a look at recent 311 data and found the biggest growth in complaints over the last three months was regarding:

• Illegal dib-calling on parking spots
• Unshoveled sidewalks
• Unrepaired potholes

Evergreen favorite: Airplane noise always ranks first.

• While 311 operators can't silence jets, they can share info on soundproofing homes and register complaints to officials who may vote for flight path modifications.

The intrigue: You can file complaints/requests to 311 when:

🧹 Neighbors want to borrow city equipment to clean up the block.

📺 Your cable provider has lousy service.

🦆You see a coyote or spy a dead bird.