NEWS CLIPPINGS

LEED aims to set ‘first national standard for neighborhood design’

New Urban News
September 24, 2007

Wells running dry for Lake County towns

Daily Herald
January 7, 2007
Group turning to Lake Michigan for answers, but there are no guarantees.

Planners look to adopt smart growth policies

The Times of Northwest Indiana
October 22, 2006

Public, private partnerships at work throughout the region

The Star
August 20, 2006
For a lucky few, the town forefathers got it right, planning street designs and charming downtowns that have withstood the test of time and provided attractive places for residents across the generations to live, work and play. But far too many other communities find themselves rectifying mistakes made long ago, struggling to respond to new growth and development challenges, or working to reinvigorate fading downtowns and weak retail or industrial corridors.

Towns prepare for water crunch

Chicago Tribune
August 18, 2006
With Lake County's booming growth expected to eventually strain its limited water supply--even with Lake Michigan nearby--a handful of communities are banding together to ensure that they won't one day be left high and dry.

Development-fuel connection

Chicago Tribune Web site
August 17, 2006
Chicago Tribune Letter to the Editor from the Campaign ran on the Web

New users fish for new water

Daily Herald
August 15, 2006
(Story mentions our Troubled Waters report)

Applications Available for 13th Annual Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards

LISC
July 25, 2006

Housing Stock a Top Priority for East Side, Hill Growth: Experts also Suggest Targeting Industry

The Star
July 20, 2006
A survey of the recommendations from a recent ULI-Chicago and Campaign for Sensible Growth Technical Assistance Panel in Chicago Heights.

Region must address water supply problem

Suburban Chicago News
July 13, 2006

Developments Can Ease Gas Reliance

Northwest Indiana Times
July 10, 2006
Planners, including Campaign for Sensible Growth Manager Michael Davidson, say commuter-based neighborhoods may ease dependence on foreign oil.

Project Seeks to Preserve Kishwaukee Watershed

Northwest Herald
June 29, 2006
In order to support development and protect water supplies, officials from two municipalities, four townships, and a county worked for two years on the Greater Marengo-Union Area Watershed Planning Project. The new Kishwaukee Watershed Project is informed in part by Campaign efforts.

When the wells run dry

Herald News
June 25, 2006
Illinois' thirst for underground water is increasing, and some officials are beginning to worry that the supply won't be able to meet the demand in years to come.

Counting every drop

The Star
June 6, 2006
Growing populations and limits on Lake Michigan water mean communities will have to agree on common direction for conservation, experts say

State leaders launch water initiative

Northwest Indiana Times
June 5, 2006
Illinois advocates for a clean, abundant water supply today mark World Environment Day -- celebrated each year on June 5 to spur political action on environmental issues -- by launching the Illinois Water Supply Initiative, the state’s step toward an approach to managing water resources.

From Home to Office

The Herald News Online
June 4, 2006
Preservation efforts: Business owners redesign houses for commercial uses

LA SALLE COUNTY: Population Puzzle

My Web Times
May 22, 2006
Growth is the buzz word, but population predictions don't yet show it

Stormwater, subdivision design are meeting topic

Ledger Sentinel
May 4, 2006
State legislation could impact Kendall County projects

Regional planners to speak on water issues in Kendall

Suburban Chicago News
April 27, 2006
In January, a report titled "Troubled Waters: Meeting Future Water Needs in Illinois" outlined statewide water usage and what kind of planning will be needed to meet water needs by 2030.

Planning for Illinois' water needs

Suburban Chicago News
January 26, 2006
With snow flurries still swirling across Chicagoland, it's hard to be mindful of last summer's drought and the havoc it wreaked on homeowners, farmers, business and industry.

Report: Lake Michigan water extraction nearing capacity

News Sun
January 26, 2006
A new report says the appetite for water in the Chicago area — and the entire state for that matter — isn't sustainable.

Water shortages predicted for Kane County

Courier News
January 26, 2006
Kane County Board Chairwoman Karen McConnaughay says a recent report on future water needs in northeastern Illinois is "excellent" and supports a 2-year-old local initiative to prevent water shortages in the rapidly growing county.

Kane ahead of stream on water study

Aurora Beacon News
January 15, 2006
Drink to the future: Chairman hopes state study will raise awareness of possible future shortages

'Troubled waters' report addresses Lake Michigan supply, restrictions

The Star
January 12, 2006
The differing watering restrictions in south suburban communities this summer could be a thing of the past if state and regional officials heed recommendations in a water supply report issued Monday in Chicago.

Officials discuss water planning: Drought raises concerns about state's supply

The Journal Star
January 11, 2006
Last year's drought has prompted new interest in planning for and regulating water use, state and local officials heard Tuesday.

Report urges state water plan

Elgin Courier News
January 10, 2006
CHICAGO — Water supply planning for northeastern Illinois needs statewide direction, according to a report released Monday by several non-profit regional planning agencies.

Report warns of suburban water limit

Chicago Tribune
January 10, 2006
Water supplies could run out in at least 11 townships in Chicago's outer suburbs by 2020 due to expanding population and development, according to a study released Monday that urges the state to formulate a comprehensive strategy to better understand and maximize its water supply.

Illinois faces long-term water problem, groups say

Belleville News-Democrat
January 10, 2006
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Population growth and urban sprawl over the next 20 years threaten to use up more water than Illinois will be able to provide, conservation and planning groups warned Monday.

Illinois needs a water study, analysts and report say

Daily Herald
January 9, 2006
Last summer's scorched earth and watering bans brought home the importance of having adequate water supplies, but the case for a pending crisis had been made long before.

Workshop to target Trim Creek pollutants

Star Newspapers
January 8, 2006
Suggestions are being sought to curb pollutants in the Trim Creek watershed.

Water, flood control at forefront

Star Newspapers
November 20, 2005
The issues of fresh water supply and stormwater flood control are again at the forefront of major issues facing the Southland region, as well as the entire northeastern Illinois area.

Too many hang their hopes on Lake Michigan fresh water supply

The Star
November 13, 2005
With the world's largest system of fresh water lakes resting at Chicagoland's doorstep, water conservation is about as popular in Chicago as surfing. But planning and environmental experts are worried about reserves as the area deals with urban sprawl, population growth, limits on Lake Michigan water and shrinking aquifer systems.

Soak up conservation

Chicago Tribune
September 3, 2005

County board revives zoning quest

Times Press
August 20, 2005

LaSalle goes ahead with zoning proposal

The Journal Star
August 18, 2005
Board votes to continue work despite shouts of protest

Housing Task Force addresses region's housing issues

The Star
August 14, 2005

Weekly Planner

Chicago Tribune
August 1, 2005
Event of the week

Left high and dry?

Daily Southtown
July 31, 2005

Wauconda, Island Lake united in their longing

Daily Herald
July 31, 2005

South suburban leaders learn city planning at seminar

Daily Southtown
July 3, 2005

Decision workshop aids officials

Joliet Herald
June 27, 2005

Midlothian unveils downtown plans

The Star
June 24, 2005

Officials draft new downtown plan

Daily Southtown
June 20, 2005

Residents to be included in land, water planning

Chicago Tribune
June 20, 2005

Is your development plan right for your community?

The Star
June 19, 2005

Beecher weighs single-family home subdivision plan

The Star
June 14, 2005

Balanced planning necessary for region

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
May 18, 2005

Experts help Elburn prepare for growth spurt

Daily Herald
May 13, 2005

Regional growth is in our hands

Joliet Herald News
May 9, 2005
Joliet Herald News

Flood plans rise with sprawl

Chicago Tribune
May 9, 2005
Growing areas seek storm-water control

Beecher board hears plans to protect watereshed

The Star
March 24, 2005

Sprawl and the milk gallon test

Chicago Tribune
March 24, 2005

Our water quality can be protected

Daily Herald
January 13, 2005

Outlying counties warned about water

Chicago Tribune
December 13, 2004

Game puts regional growth in perspective

Northwest Indiana Times
November 30, 2004

Revitalized villages work as retirement communities

Chicago Tribune
November 21, 2004

Homebuyers Favor Shorter Commutes, Walkable Neighborhoods

Press Release
October 20, 2004
The prospect of lengthening commutes is leading more Americans to seek walkable neighborhoods in close-in suburbs and cities, according to the 2004 American Community Survey sponsored by the National Association of Realtors and Smart Growth America. A commute time of 45 minutes or less is the top priority in deciding where to live for 79 percent of Americans.

FRG stages mock hearing

Northwest Herald
October 20, 2004

Independent group gives Elburn suggestions on future plans for growth

Elburn Herald
October 8, 2004
ULI Chicago and Campaign conducted Technical Assistance Panel in Elburn, Ill. on Sept. 29 and 30.

New Urban News Resources

New Urban News
September 14, 2004

Developing communities by the book

The Star
August 22, 2004

Making sense of growth

Northwest Herald
August 5, 2004

Workbook emphasizes 'sensible growth'

Aurora Beacon News
August 5, 2004
"Hands-on" guide: Planners hope communities will use it as a tool

A walk-through for local planners Groups create how-to workbook

Chicago Tribune
August 5, 2004
Campaign unveils useful tool for evaluating, making decisions on development.

Workbook aids planners

Northwest Herald
August 5, 2004

Parking decks not an easy sell

Daily Southtown
July 7, 2004
Proponents cite towns like Naperville and say facilities can be tasteful

Leader says affordable housing is down

The Star
July 1, 2004

Lake County joins four in effort

Chicago Tribune
June 15, 2004
Lake County and four communities join to create a local land resource management plan for the Route 173 Corridor

Elburn prepares for smart growth study

Kane County Chronicle
March 25, 2004
This fall, a panel of experts will conduct interviews for a study by the Chicago chapter of the Urban Land Institute. The panel will make recommendations on growth strategies.

Elburn to get growth planning help

Daily Herald
March 25, 2004
The Campaign will offer technical assistance to Elburn, Ill. in its efforts to grow more sensibly.

Elburn seeks smart growth advice

Kane County Chronicle
January 7, 2004
Elburn is seeking technical assistance from the Campaign and ULI Chicago.

Officials look to strengthen redevelopment

The Star
October 23, 2003
The Campaign for Sensible Growth and Urban Land Institute Chicago are working with the Village of Riverdale in a special year-long technical assistance process to rehabilitate the troubled Pacesetter housing complex.

Panelists suggest fixes for what ails village's downtown

Daily Southtown
August 7, 2003
A Campaign and ULI Chicago technical assistance panel looked at Park Forest's goals for a downtown mall.

Land use panel says village is on right track

The Star
August 3, 2003
Park Forest is on the right track in its plans to revitalize the downtown area, according to a panel of experts.

Experts urge Park Forest to think small about mall rehab

Chicago Tribune
August 1, 2003
Regional plan not realistic, town told

Panels sets sights on Park Forest action plan

The Star
July 27, 2003
The Urban Land Institute, Metropolitan Planning Council and Campaign for Sensible Growth put together a technical assistance panel to tackle the issues surrounding downtown Park Forest.

Anti-sprawl advocates praise state bill

Chicago Tribune
May 10, 2002
Praise for passage of HB 4023, a local planning technical assistance bill.

Consensus on `smart growth' hard to reach

Chcago Tribune
May 5, 2002
On some smart growth issues, like the need for more affordable housing, everyone agrees.

Town of a different color

Crain's Chicago Business
September 17, 2001
Chicago and its businesses turn green as smart growth catches on