Our region’s economy is inter-connected, with individual communities part of a larger economic ecosystem. As state and local governments determine how to safely reopen workplaces through the Restore Illinois plan, data can provide context on where our residents live and work…
CMAP engaged thousands of residents in the ON TO 2050 planning process and people throughout the region expressed a strong desire for more walkable communities. Walkable communities have a variety of services, amenities, and transportation options safely accessible on foot….
Key takeaways Sidewalk inventory supports data driven investment decisions CMAP’s regional sidewalk inventory offers the first opportunity to comprehensively analyze sidewalk availability near transit in northeastern Illinois. Making transit more competitive is a key recommendation in the region’s long-range plan,…
The 101st Illinois General Assembly concluded the first year of session with a flurry of activity, passing Rebuild Illinois, an infrastructure funding package with new revenues and a comprehensive state budget, among other initiatives. The session saw action on several…
The Chicago region’s new comprehensive plan, ON TO 2050, includes a recommendation to support the development of compact, walkable communities. The recommendation is based on recent surveys and home buying trends indicate a growing desire for mixed-use communities with walkable…
In June 2019, the State of Illinois enacted a package of legislation to fund transportation, water infrastructure, natural resources, open space, school construction, affordable housing, and other projects. Appropriations for the capital package are found in multiple pieces of legislation…
The City of Chicago has released data on transportation network company (TNC) trips, which will help illustrate the effects of ride hailing services such as Uber, Lyft, and Via on the transportation system, and improve policy and investment decision making. …
Increased coordination and partnership across local governments in Illinois would make our communities more resilient in the future. As of April 2018, Illinois has 8,529 units of local government, according to estimates by the State of Illinois comptroller, more than…
Metropolitan Chicago is North America’s premier freight hub, with large concentrations of truck, rail, air, and water shipments providing connections to all parts of the country. This robust freight network ensures that residents and businesses in the region and across…
Sales taxes in Illinois are imposed primarily on tangible goods, not consumer services. This structure has led to unintended consequences for the State and local governments that rely on sales taxes, particularly as consumer behavior changes. Consumer expenditures on services…