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Initiatives
DIVERSITY
Many municipalities face similar challenges in the process of adapting to the changing demographics in their communities.
ENVIRONMENT
The Caucus leads environmental initiatives that improve environmental outcomes at the regional level by supporting local action.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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.
HOUSING & COMMUNITY
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.
SERVICE DELIVERY
The Mayors Caucus commissioned a 2013 case study on municipal shared services, with a corresponding 2015 update. The information collected has been used to identify best practices
TRANSPORTATION
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.
Programming
Powering Safe Communities
Powering Safe Communities grant program awards grants of up to $10,000 to support municipal public safety initiatives.
(Open chair)
Caucus staff contact: Crispina Ojeda Simmons
Catherine Adduci, President, Village of River Forest
Caucus staff contact: Crispina Ojeda Simmons
Rodney Craig, President, Village of Hanover Park
William McLeod, President, Village of Hoffman Estates
Caucus staff contact: Crispina Ojeda Simmons
Kevin Burns, Mayor, City of Geneva
Caucus staff contact: Edith Makra
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
Karen Darch, President, Village of Barrington
Caucus staff contact: Neil C. James
(Open chair)
Caucus staff contact: Neil C. James
Jeffery Schielke, Mayor, City of Batavia
Caucus staff contact: Neil C. James