Applicants Sought for Three GRCorps Sites
The application deadline has been extended to Aug. 19, 2020, [...]
Learn About Adapting to Climate Impacts
The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Environment Committee Chairman, City of Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns, testified to improve energy efficiency building codes at the International Code Council (ICC) public comment hearings in Las Vegas this week.
International Article Recognizes Caucus’ GRC
The international website, Apolitical, recognized the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and [...]
Earth Day 2020
Earth Day Flyer This year marked the 50th anniversary of Earth [...]
Mayors Seek Extension of 2020 Census
The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Environment Committee Chairman, City of Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns, testified to improve energy efficiency building codes at the International Code Council (ICC) public comment hearings in Las Vegas this week.
23 Illinois Communities Designated SolSmart
The Caucus celebrated 23 Illinois communities that were designated SolSmart [...]
Housing Plan Completed for Lake County Municipalities
The Caucus and partners recently completed a Homes for a Changing Region plan in Hainesville, Round Lake, Round Lake Beach, Round Lake Heights and Round Lake Park.
Vacant Building Ordinance Publication Released
The Caucus partnered with BPI to publish this report which provides information about an effective strategy municipalities use to get vacant property problems under control.
Home Grown: Local Housing Strategies in Action
The Caucus and its partners have updated an online library of housing policy case studies from across our region.
Housing Planning Toolkit Released
Municipalities can learn how to create their own housing policy plans with our new toolkit.