Recent Events

On May 6, 2008, CMAP, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, and Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago hosted a conference to discuss how foreclosures affect communities, and to learn aboutstrategies that have been implemented at the local and regional level to lessen the negative impacts of vacant buildings. "Taking Action: Local Government Strategies to Mitigate the Impact of Foreclosures on Communities" brought together more than 100 representatives from municipalities, county governments, and the housing and development field to share their experiences, successes, and challenges when facing the foreclosure crisis. Foreclosures affect more than just those who do lose their homes. The ramifications can be felt in the surrounding neighborhood, the community as a whole, and even the larger metropolitan region. This conference was a good start to the regional discussion about how we can work together to get through this difficult period.  To view a recap of the event and a list of  foreclosure resources click here.

Committee Charge 

• Providing the Board with guidance that conveys a housing based perspective,
• Provide housing expertise and input to conduct effective land use and transportation planning, and
• Prioritize housing-related projects, identify and understand regional needs, challenges and solutions.

Committee Makeup

2008 –  2009 Meeting Schedule  

The Housing Committee meets every third Thursday of the month at 9:00 AM.  The 2007 meeting schedule is as follows:

For more information on the CMAP Housing Committee contact: Lee Deuben
Housing & Community Development Planner
312-386-8623 (p)
312-386-8624 (f)