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.
Regional Housing Solutions
The Mayors Caucus and its partners recently launched an interactive tool to help municipalities determine the best strategies to address common housing challenges that exist across the region.
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.
Mayors Caucus Adopts 2016 Legislative Priorities
At its March 14, 2016 meeting, the Caucus executive board formally adopted our 2016 legislative priorities. The Priorities have been approved by the nine suburban COGs that participate in the Mayors Caucus and the City of Chicago.
Drafting a Rental Regulation Ordinance
The Center for Community Progress released a guide for municipalities on how to draft a performance-based rental regulation ordinance.
Public Sector Energy Efficiency Boosts State Economy
Illinois invested $1.19 billion in energy efficiency for homes, businesses and public facilities since 2008.
Greenest Region Compact: Opportunities + Impact
A comprehensive study of municipal sustainability and priorities in contained in this report. It serves as the foundation for the Greenest Region Compact 2.
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.