FAQs

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is the regional planning agency for northeastern Illinois, the third largest metropolitan region in the United States.

CMAP serves seven counties, 284 municipalities, and more than 1,200 units of government. Established in 2005, CMAP helps address regional land use and transportation challenges, and coordinates comprehensive planning to improve quality of life throughout northeastern Illinois.

CMAP and its partners continually work to implement ON TO 2050, the long-range plan for northeastern Illinois, carrying through polices and strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. Visit CMAP's website to learn more.

This project is funded through CMAP’s Technical Assistance program. Established in 2010, the Technical Assistance program allows CMAP to partner with communities throughout northeastern Illinois and work with them to develop and implement planning projects that address local needs and advance the principles of ON TO 2050.

The Technical Assistance program has funded more than 300 planning projects, helping communities build capacity, engage underrepresented groups, develop solutions to difficult challenges, and create connections to implementing agencies and funding opportunities.

A Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a 5-year planning document that helps the Village identify, prioritize, and schedule major capital projects and purchases. It guides decisions concerning how we invest in our community's essential infrastructure and long-term assets. It's a statement of intent, not an appropriation of funds for specific projects.

A capital project is typically large in size, scope, and/or cost. It has long-term usefulness and permanence and is a non-recurring expense. Examples of capital projects can include: 

• Construction and maintenance of public buildings
• Street projects, including traffic safety enhancements
• Water and wastewater system improvements  
• Sidewalks, crosswalks, trails, and bike infrastructure
• Public spaces such as plazas, parks, and community centers
• Vehicles and equipment
• Internet connectivity or upgrades to software
• Tree planting and placemaking
• A comprehensive plan or large-scale study

A Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is typically funded through a combination of sources. These sources can include grants, bond proceeds, dedicated taxes or user fees, and general fund revenues. The mix of funding sources used depends on the size and scope of the projects identified in the plan.

The CIP will help the Village plan for major investments in infrastructure, facilities, and equipment that create a long-term impact and require significant funding. By creating a comprehensive CIP, Worth can assess its financial resources, identify funding sources, and prioritize capital projects based on need, urgency, and impact. The plan can help coordinate and streamline project delivery by aligning various departments, stakeholders, and resources.