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DIVERSITY

Many municipalities face similar challenges in the process of adapting to the changing demographics in their communities.

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ENVIRONMENT

The Caucus leads environmental initiatives that improve environmental outcomes at the regional level by supporting local action.

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GRANTS & RESOURCES

There is currently funding available for Environmental Grants & Resources, including America in Bloom, Powering Safe Communities as well as through the Environmental Protection Agency.

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HOUSING & COMMUNITY

The Housing and Community Development Committee works to develop policies and programs that will assist our region’s municipalities in addressing local housing challenges.

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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)

The Caucus aims to improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities by identifying or deploying different strategies that improve the health and livability of communities.

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EARLIER INITIATIVES

We have taken initiative on a variety of issues for years. We’ve taken action on emergency preparedness, housing, environmental, telecommunications, critical infrastructure and diversity.

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Nancy R. Rotering
Executive Board Chairman
Mayor, City of Highland Park
Brandon Johnson
Executive Board 1st Vice Chair
Mayor, City of Chicago
John D. Noak
Executive Board 2nd Vice Chair
Mayor, Village of Romeoville
Jeffrey T. Sherwin
Executive Board Treasurer
Mayor, City of Northlake
Donald J. Schmit, Jr.
Executive Board Secretary
Mayor, Village of Fox Lake

(Open chair)
Caucus staff contact: Neil James

Catherine Adduci, President, Village of River Forest
Caucus staff contact: Neil James

Rodney Craig, President, Village of Hanover Park
William McLeod, President, Village of Hoffman Estates
Caucus staff contact: Neil James

Kevin Burns, Mayor, City of Geneva
Caucus staff contact: Edith Makra

Katrina Thompson, Mayor, Village of Broadview
Caucus staff contact: Ben Schnelle

Gerald Bennett, Mayor, City of Palos Hills
Caucus staff contact: Neil C. James

Kevin Burns, Mayor, City of Geneva
Caucus staff contact: Karen Muchin