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Economic Vitality

Economic Vitality

Great cities offer equitable opportunities.

Civic Consulting Alliance is committed to increasing the vitality of our region and reducing disparity between neighborhoods.

We invest in building an inclusive and equitable economy that contributes to the long-term vitality of the Chicago region. We focus on:

  • Inclusive regional economic growth
  • Equitable investment across communities
  • Individual opportunity & prosperity
  • Responsive and efficient institutions

Project Highlights

August 31, 2022
hello August 31, 2022

Enhancing museum campus as a global, year-round destination

Civic Consulting Alliance staff are experienced in coordinating large groups of stakeholders with diverse ideas and priorities to “get big things done.” We partnered with the Mayor’s Office to support and facilitate the Museum Campus Working Group. The final report, “Where ...
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June 23, 2022
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Advancing an equitable recovery through the American Rescue Plan Act

In spring 2021, the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) was signed into law, providing nearly $2 billion to the City of Chicago and $1 billion to Cook County in direct, flexible funding to combat the devastating effects of the ...
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August 24, 2021
hello August 24, 2021

Facilitating a First-of-its-Kind Strategic Planning Process for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District

Earlier this summer, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) released its 2021-2025 Strategic Plan, after a first-of-its kind collaborative strategic planning process. The MWRD is a special-purpose district responsible for treating wastewater and providing stormwater management for the ...
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