Mayors Climate Forum: Global Threat. Local Action.
The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus had a robust discussion about the science of climate disruption and its impacts on communities and residents with an expert panel.
2017 Powering Safe Communities Grants Awarded
The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and ComEd announce Powering Safe Communities Grant Recipients for 2017.
GRC2 receives Force of Nature Award
Mayor Mancino of Hawthorn Woods accepted the "Outstanding Regional Impact Project" Force of Nature Award for the Greenest Region Compact 2.
Environment Committee Energy Policy Meeting
The May Environment Committee meeting will focus on state and local energy policy.
Simplified Sustainability Planning Workshop
Simplify sustainability planning by learning to use the Greenest Region Compact 2 (GRC2) Framework at this free workshop!
GRC2 Resolution of Support
Celebrate Earth Day in your community on April 22nd by [...]
Advancing Solar Energy in Your Community
This workshop is on January 19th and will help municipalities develop plans, policies and practices that can advance solar energy development locally.
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.