Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Do you want to have a say in how the northeastern part of Illinois develops in terms of transportation? Our friends at @cmapillinois want YOUR feedback on where our transportation system needs improvement. Visit cmap.is/rtp to take the survey today!

Member Spotlight: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning @cmapillinois CMAP has launched development of The Century Plan, a long-term strategy to guide the future of northeastern Illinois: lnkd.in/gk3XWRNg. #RegionsLead

Commission Chair Michael Crowley & Executive Director Stephanie Hacker (both right) attended the @cmapillinois launch event for its Century Plan, a longe-range vision for NE Illinois. Pictured with Commission staff are CMAP Chair Gerald Bennett & Executive Director Erin Aleman.

We were honored to attend the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning's State of the Region Event. The energy,and the optimism for the region's future, was electrifying. We look forward over the next two years to being a partner in helping @cmapillinois craft its Century Plan

Enjoyed a wonderful evening yesterday at the State of the Region event hosted by @cmapillinois in the Old Post Office. Gained insight into the future of NE IL. And, got an image with CMAP ED @ErinAlemanCMAP cmap.illinois.gov/event/state-of…

Hey fellow #Chicago neighbors. Want to play a role in shaping #transportation in the years ahead? Visit this link to access a short survey hosted by the team at @cmapillinois Make your thoughts known. engage.cmap.illinois.gov/2026-rtp?utm_m…

Strategies to reduce #emissions in support of @cmapillinois Comprehensive Climate Action Plan will be the topic of the 2nd UTC Seminar Series online presentation of Fall 2025 #transportation #climate @thisisUIC @UICCUPPA utc.uic.edu/events/electri…

Do you want to have a say in how the northeastern part of Illinois develops in terms of transportation? Our friends at @cmapillinois want YOUR feedback on where our transportation system needs improvement. Visit cmap.is/rtp to take the survey today!

Today is the last day to enter the BNSF video contest! We can’t wait to see your videos of BNSF trains. The deadline is Sept. 2, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CDT. Guidelines: 1. Video must be taken during 2023 - 2025 from a safe location outside railroad property. 2. Video must be under 1 minute long. Multiple entries are allowed. 3. The lead locomotive must have the current BNSF paint scheme. Include the hashtag #BNSFvideocontest in the caption. For full rules and prizes, visit bnsf.com/in-the-communi….

Don't miss the eighth annual McHenry County Water Forum from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Sept. 10 at McHenry County College! Come learn about watersheds and why they matter to McHenry County. The forum is free and open to the public. Visit bit.ly/4owv61C to learn more.

Congrats to 17 communities that earned #EVReady designation at our #EVReadinessProgram award ceremony at @illinoistech! With support from @ComEd, we launched the program in 2022 to prepare communities for the increase in #EVs. More photos coming soon! bit.ly/3J4iEpA

Our July Thrive which includes our City Club of Chicago feature, the announcement of the annual Austin P.O.W.E.R. 5K, a reminder about the annual Austin Eats Movie at the Farm event on 8/6, as well as our AFT Summit on 8/21. mailchi.mp/austincomingto…

The Powering Safe Communities Program has delivered nearly $2 million in funding to more than 240 different safety and clean energy projects since 2015. 2025 projects address pedestrian and driver safety initiatives, public AED accessibility, and EV charging infrastructure.

Did you know that 76,552 people live in Evanston? Or that health care is the biggest employer of Evanston residents? @cmapillinois just released a new Community Data Snapshot for Evanston, and it’s full of interesting info! Check it out: cmap.illinois.gov/data/community…

The new Housing Lake Coalition spearheaded by @LakeCountyIL, @cmapillinois & #SchreiberPhilanthropy builds on the effort to ensure all Lake County residents have access to #housing that meets their needs across income levels and life stages. See how: hubs.li/Q03z6JgG0

Our new 2024 Annual Report is a special one because it highlights the record-breaking investment, job growth, and surge of innovation that LITERALLY made Lake County a national model for strategic growth. Get our recap of the biggest success stories here: hubs.li/Q03xxxxy0

We are saddened to announce the July 15 passing of Professor Hani Mahmassani, who was 69. Hani will be remembered for his expertise in transportation science and logistics, his passion for mentorship, and his ability to communicate with the public. spr.ly/601847F3M

How has climate change impacted you and your community? @cmapillinois, in partnership with the Caucus and @NIRPC, is creating a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Chicago region by 2050, and we want to hear from you! Share your experience: cmap.is/ccapgc

Do you want to have a say in how the northeastern part of Illinois develops in terms of transportation? Our friends at @cmapillinois want YOUR feedback on where our transportation system needs improvement. Visit cmap.is/rtp to take the survey today!

How has climate change impacted you & your community? Tell us! @cmapillinois @NIRPC @MayorsCaucus is creating a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Chicago region by 2050. For a chance to win a $20 gift card, share your experience: cmap.is/ccapgc.