Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is CMAP?
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is the regional planning agency for northeastern Illinois. CMAP serves seven counties, 284 municipalities, and over 1,200 units of government: the third largest metropolitan region in the United States. The agency was established in 2005 with the mission to plan comprehensively for economic prosperity and quality of life.
Most recently, CMAP and its partners developed and are now implementing ON TO 2050(External link)(External link)(External link), a new long-range plan to help the region implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. To learn more about CMAP, visit www.cmap.illinois.gov.
How can I get involved with this study?
More information is coming soon about upcoming events, public surveys, and more! In the meantime, click the "Subscribe" button in the "Stay Informed" box to receive project updates as they become available.
To connect with a member of the project team, click the "Contact Us" tab and submit your question or comment. You can also email CMAP Planner Beatrix Yan directly at byan@cmap.illinois.gov.