View photo essays to learn more about our region’s communities, natural areas, water resources, and transportation assets. Our region’s communities From the Chicago region’s edge to the lake shore, residents desire vibrant communities. ON TO 2050 emphasizes preserving high quality lands and implementing sustainable development that preserves natural assets and reduces long-term costs. Planning for conservation and growth Between 2000 and 2015, the region developed 40,000 acres of natural areas and 100,000 acres of farmland. Our region’s water resources Abundant and high-quality water resources play an essential role in sustaining economic prosperity, environmental health, and quality of life in the Chicago region. Our region’s transportation system The Chicago region is home to a vast and varied transportation network that helps 8.5 million residents get where they need to go and supports a vibrant local economy. Table of Contents ON TO 2050 Overview The Next Plans Principles Our Region Today Goals ON TO 2050 Resources Implementing ON TO 2050 Updating ON TO 2050 ON TO 2050 plan Download the executive summaryOpen Download the executive summary in a new tab Download the full reportOpen Download the full report in a new tab CMAP Update Newsletter sign-up Opens in a modal