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CITY OF WEST CHICAGO
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ITEM TITLE:
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: __&-“:
MUSE Community Design LLC
Comprehensive Plan Contract FILE NUMBER:
COMMITTEE AGENDA DATE: Sept. 14, 2020
Resolution 20-R-0050
COUNCIL AGENDA DATE:
SIGNATURE wee
STAFF REVIEW: Tom Dabareiner, AICP
APPROVED BY CITY ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Guttman SIGNATURE
ITEM SUMMARY:
City Staff recently advertised for professional services to update the City’s Comprehensive Plan, the
long-range vision for West Chicago. The existing Plan document is 25 years old and the land use map
(one component of the Plan) is 14 years old. A more typical timeframe for review of a Comprehensive
Plan and its maps is every five years, so the City’s extends well beyond the norm. As a city evolves,
its plans should too.
In addition to being a tool for planning the future development and character of a City, the Plan pro-
vides significant legal protection when making and defending land use decisions. Being able to point
out the basis for a land use, economic development, transportation or other recommendation carries a
lot of weight in the courts, especially when the Plan is prepared with public input and recognition of
current and anticipated trends. In 2020, it is easy to imagine that trends looked much different in
1995. Another reason for having a current Comprehensive Plan is that many grant applications re-
quire a more recent Plan as part of the qualification process.
The City received four proposals. The review process involved having three Staff members read each
proposal and rank them. Staff considered the qualifications of each firm and their recognition of the
unique attributes of West Chicago. While principals with all four firms had experience preparing Com-
prehensive Plans, two were selected for interviews because they demonstrated the greatest combina-
tion of experience and understanding of the City.
MUSE Community Design came out on top because they clearly took time to learn about West Chi-
cago, its unique attributes and challenges. They have on their team an experienced planner from
Mexico who will participate heavily in the outreach efforts and provide translation services. They
teamed with a firm called the Antero Group, with specialties in both transportation and economic de-
velopment. Another advantage for MUSE is that the firm's experienced Founding Principal, Courtney
Kashima, will serve as project lead. Once the preferred firm was identified, Staff reviewed the cost
proposal and found it reasonable given the detailed scope (attached) and adherence to all requests in
the RFP. MUSE provided a not-to-exceed amount of $123,160. It is anticipated that MUSE will com-
plete the work before the end of 2021.

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For the record, the other firms submitting proposals were:
e Camiros $115,000
e Houseal Lavigne Associates $109,960 (without translation of the final Plan)
e Teska Associates $118,500
The City’s 2020 Budget includes $50,000 for a Comprehensive Plan, followed by $50,000 in 2021. If
awarded the contract, these amounts will need to be adjusted with the bulk of the fee in 2021.
ACTION PROPOSED:
Consideration and recommendation of a contract with MUSE Community Design LLC.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
Pc: Resolution 20-R-0050
Draft Contract with Scope
MUSE Proposal

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RESOLUTION NO. 20-R-0050
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
A CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH MUSE COMMUNITY DESIGN, LLC FOR
PREPARATION OF THE WEST CHICAGO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of West Chicago, in
regular session assembled, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute a Contract
Agreement for preparation of a Comprehensive Plan between the City of West
Chicago and MUSE Community Design, LLC, for an amount not to exceed
$23,160.00, in substantially the form attached hereto and incorporated herein as
Exhibit “A”.
APPROVED this 21st day of September 2020.
AYES:
NAYES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Mayor Ruben Pineda
ATTEST:
City Clerk Nancy M. Smith

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West Chicago Comprehensive Plan Agreement EXHIBIT A
This agreement is made this day of , 2020, between West Chicago
(CLIENT) and MUSE Community Design LLC (CONSULTANT).
SECTION 1. SCOPE. CONSULTANT is an independent contractor and agrees to
furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and services to complete the following scope of
work as described in Exhibit A.
SECTION 2: SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE CLIENT. If any information, data,
reports, records maps are existing and available and are useful for carrying out the work on
this Project, CLIENT shall promptly furnish this material to CONSULTANT. CONSULTANT
shall be entitled to rely upon the accuracy and completeness of all information provided by
CLIENT and CLIENT shall obtain any information reasonably responsible for the
organization and conduct of all meetings necessary to carry out the Scope of Services
described in Section 1.
SECTION 3. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE. The period of this Agreement shall be
from, 2020 to, 2021 unless extended by amendment of this Agreement.
SECTION 4. PRICE AND PAYMENT. CLIENT agrees to pay CONSULTANT for the
performance of work on the basis of hourly billing rates for professional and technical staff
time devoted to the project. The billing rates are as follows:
Project Manager: $140
Project Planner: $125
Planner: $105
The maximum compensation for this Project will not exceed $123,160 for the work
described in Section 1. An accurate accounting for the hours and expenses incurred on this
Project will be kept by CONSULTANT and provided to CLIENT with each monthly invoice
detailing actual hours worked and expenses. If requested by CLIENT, CONSULTANT is
available for additional tasks (meetings, reports, etc.) at the above hourly rates.
CONSULTANT will provide an estimate of time and expenses and receive City written
authorization prior to proceeding with an additional effort outside Scope of Services in
Section 1.
4.1 REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES. The CONSULTANT will be reimbursed 100 percent
of direct expenses including travel, printing, reproduction, mailing, the purchase of maps,
plans and reports and other out-of-pocket expenses that are related to carrying out the
work related to any assignments given under the Scope of Services in Section 1.
SECTION 5. METHOD OF PAYMENT. CONSULTANT will submit invoices monthly
which specify professional fees and related expenses. CLIENT will pay such compensation
within thirty (30) days of the date of invoice. If CLIENT fails to make any payment due to

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CONSULTANT within sixty (60) days from receipt of the invoice, CONSULTANT, may, after
giving seven days written notice to CLIENT, suspend services under this Agreement until it
has been paid in full amounts due.
SECTION 6. EXCUSABLE DELAYS. If the work provided for under this Agreement is
delayed due to factors or conditions beyond the control of CONSULTANT and through no
fault or negligence on its part, the CONSULTANT shall be given an extension of time, an
adjustment in compensation, or both.
SECTION 7. TERMINATION. CLIENT or CONSULTANT may terminate this
Agreement upon thirty (30) days written notice to the other party. In the event of
termination, CLIENT will pay for costs incurred, work completed to date of notice, and non-
cancelable commitments through the date of termination. CONSTULTANT will furnish all
finished and unfinished documents prepared under this Agreement to CLIENT and share
become property of CLIENT upon payment of all invoices properly submitted and due
CONSULTANT under the terms of this Agreement. CLIENT acknowledges that incomplete
documents are not represented as suitable for any use or purpose and further agrees to
defend, indemnify, and hold CONSULTANT harmless from and against all claims, costs,
suits, damages, liabilities and expenses including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising from or
relating to any use, reuse, or modification of any CONSULTANT-authored documents that
occurs without CONSULTANT consent and professional involvement. This includes any
subsequent use of completion of any incomplete documents.
SECTION 8. LIABILITY. CONSULTANT shall indemnify and hold CLIENT from and
against damages, costs, liabilities, and expenses to the extent caused by CONSULTANT’s
negligence in the performance of its services under this Agreement.
SECTION 9. INSURANCE The CONSULTANT shall maintain the following insurance
for the duration of this agreement.
9.1 COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY with policy limits of not less than two
million ($2,000,000) for each occurrence and four million ($4,000,000) in the aggregate for
bodily injury and property damage.
9.2 WORKERS COMPENSATION at statutory limits. The insurer shall agree to waive all
rights of subrogation against the CITY, its officials, employees, agents, and volunteers for losses
arising from work performed by CONSULTANT for the CITY. Waiver of Subrogation policy
endorsement must be provided (CG 75 55 or CG 24 04).
9.3 PROFESSIONAL LIABILTY covering negligent acts, errors and omissions in the
performance of professional services with policy limits of not less than one million
($1,000,000) per claim and one million ($1,000,000) in the aggregate.
9.4 CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE shall be provided to the CLIENT and identify that
the CLIENT, its officials, agents, employees and volunteers are to be covered as additional
insured by endorsement as respect to liability arising out of CONSULTANT's work,

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including activities performed by or on behalf of CONSULTANT. Coverage to the additional
insured shall be primary and contain no special limitations on the scope of protection
offered the CLIENT. The CLIENT shall be named as cancellation notice recipient.
SECTION 10. NOTICES All noticed required to be given under the terms of this
Agreement shall be given by email, addressed to the parties as follows:
For CLIENT For CONSULTANT
Tom Dabareiner, AICP Courtney Kashima, AICP
Community Development Director Founding Principal
City of West Chicago MUSE Community + Design
475 Main Street 1212 N Ashland, Second Floor
West Chicago, IL 60185 Chicago, IL 60622
630-293-2200 312-416-2816 x700
tdabareiner@westchicago.org courtney@musecommunitydesign.com
SECTION 11. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed by the Laws of
the State of Illinois.
SECTION 12. ATTORNEYS’ FEES. The prevailing party shall have the right to collect
from the other party its reasonable costs and necessary disbursements and attorneys' fees
incurred in enforcing this Agreement.
In Witness Whereof, Consultant and Subconsultant have executed this Agreement.
City of West Chicago MUSE Community Design LLC
(CLIENT) (CONSULTANT)
By: 2 By:
Title: Title:
Date: Date:

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Exhibit A: West Chicago Comprehensive Plan
Scope of Services
Phase I: Survey, Data Collection and Citizen Input
1.1 Staff Kickoff Meeting
The internal kickoff meeting will be held with City staff to accomplish the following:
e Review project goals and objectives;
e Refine work program and scope of services;
e Confirm project schedule and milestones;
e Identify key stakeholders and partners;
e Obtain community data and existing reports;
e Formalize the steering committee process and composition; and
e Finalize engagement plan.
1.2 Plan Commission Kickoff Meeting
MUSE will utilize the Plan Commission to guide the development of the plan. The Plan Commission kickoff meeting will be held to
accomplish the following:
e Review project goals and objectives;
e Review engagement plan; and
e Discuss issues and opportunities.
1.3 Orientation Tour
City staff, elected and appointed officials, the Plan Commission, the Development Committee, the consultant team, and invited
community representatives will conduct a socially distanced tour of the City to help the team identify critical issues and
opportunities. Touring together expands the team’s technical view of the area to one that is guided by those who live, work and
invest there. We will provide a Spanish-speaking tour guide, if desired, and will design the tour with COVID precautions in mind.
1.4 Community Conversations (4-6)
We are mindful of “planning fatigue” and of a public that may wonder why the City is undertaking yet another plan. We will lead
small group discussions about the future of West Chicago that lay the groundwork for why a comprehensive plan update is needed
and why it is happening now. Where the conversations take place will be at the City’s direction, but we anticipate working with
organizations such as People Made Visible, West Chicago City Museum, West Chicago Garden Club and more to host conversations.
These conversations may simultaneously be facilitated in Spanish and will target hard-to-reach groups such as seniors and children.
Our conversations can be organized into small groups, social distanced and in-person, or interactive online Zoom meetings.
1.5 Resident Survey
A resident survey, one in Spanish and one in English, will be created to gauge the perspectives and habits of residents in the City. The
survey will be created electronically for distribution through email, websites and SMS to get a broad response. We anticipate using
Facebook ads to target populations who don’t typically feel included in planning efforts. We will also identify innovative ways for
residents to participate in this survey for those who may not have access to a smart phone, computer, or reliable internet.
1.6 Business Owner Survey
A business owner survey, one in Spanish and one in English, will be created to gauge the perspectives of business owners in the City.
The survey will be distributed electronically, via email and SMS to get a broad response with the assistance of partners.
1.7 Customized Website, Social Media and SMS Messaging
A customized bilingual website that encourages active citizen participation will be created. The feedback collected on the website
will feed directly into GIS datasets, when applicable. This data integration will allow the Project Team to conduct real-time analysis
with both existing and collected GIS data. The Project Team will use social media and SMS messages throughout the project to
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allocate a portion of the budget for social media advertising to ensure we are engaging with a broad spectrum of West Chicagoans of
all ages.
1.8 Stakeholder Interviews (8-10)
Based on a list created in partnership with the City, the consultant team will interview up to 10 stakeholders, individually or in small
groups. These meetings are an opportunity to gain insight into issues from a diverse group of individuals who share their experiences
and narratives and will be conducted in Spanish and English. Examples may include business owners, residents (new and established),
major property owners, service organizations and more. We will build off of recent efforts for Census 2020 to engage hard to reach
groups such as the Purapecha population. In keeping with MUSE’s commitment to equity, we propose stipends (in the form of gift cards
to local businesses) for the stakeholders we interview to compensate them for their time.
1.9 Youth Engagement Activity
With 32% of the total population being under 19 years old, our team recognizes the importance of including young voices and
perspectives into this process. We will partner with a local classroom (or other, as directed, e.g., DREAM Program) and present our
plan process —in Spanish or English -- to students. We will facilitate an interactive exercise to build interest in the plan and expose
students to the field of urban planning. This will also be an opportunity to elevate young voices and empower them to be active
participants in the future of their city.
Phase Il: Understanding the Context: Identifying Issues, Assets, and Opportunities
2.1 Summary of Past Plans and Reports
Previous plans, policies, regulations, reports, and studies affecting the City will be reviewed to assess relevant changes and to align
recommendations. The Project Team will identify elements from prior plans to carry forward to the new Comprehensive Plan. Past
plans include, but are not limited to:
e 2016 Strategic Plan;
e Central-Main Street Redevelopment Plan Update;
e TIF area plans;
e West Chicago Economic Development Plan;
e Healthy West Chicago Community Action Plan;
e Homes for a Changing Region: Northwest DuPage County Cluster
e OnTo 2050; and
e DuPage County Strategic Plan.
2.2 Land Use and Zoning Analysis
A field survey will be conducted to assess the City’s land use patterns. Zoning, existing and proposed, will be reviewed to reveal
barriers and opportunities for development. Areas for growth will be evaluated. One of the key goals of this task is to identify sites
that are susceptible to development/redevelopment including opportunities for in-fill development and Transit Oriented
Development (TOD). Our analysis will include assessing brownfields, superfunds and other environmental areas for concern. The
Project Team will “ground truth” any recent changes to the zoning ordinance and other regulatory documents.
2.3 Transportation
We will use GIS data from IDOT, the County and the City to map and analyze West Chicago’s existing motorist, rail, transit, bike, and
pedestrian networks. We will approach this analysis through a multimodal lens that considers connections between travel modes as
well as transportation and land use dynamics. The Project Team will:
e Collect, inventory, and map readily available GIS datasets from IDOT, CMAP, DuPage County DOT, and other sources to
understand existing transportation networks and flows;
e Complete a walkability assessment of downtown and surrounding neighborhoods;
e Complete a high-level freight flow analysis; and
e Complete a first/last mile mobility assessment.
We will then develop preliminary transportation recommendations. This will include places that cut-through traffic can be mitigated,
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recommendations will consider all users of the roadway, including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders and drivers as well as all ages
and abilities (including ADA considerations).
2.4 Economic Development
We will develop an inclusive economic development strategy for West Chicago that builds upon the City’s existing assets and anchor
institutions. This strategy will address workforce development; supplier-producer linkages studies aimed at supporting minority-
owned, woman-owned, and disadvantaged businesses; and, a Retail Market Analysis, including a Business Retention, Attraction,
Competition, and Expansion (BRACE) analysis. The Project Team will:
e Collect, inventory, and map data provided by the U.S. Census, CMAP, CoStar, Emsi, Esri, and other providers that
characterize economic, demographic, and market conditions;
e Visualize baseline economic conditions using maps, graphs, and other data visualizations;
¢ Complete a Fiscal Resilience Analysis based on the City’s past audits; and,
e Develop a Priority Development Area (PDA) map and complete a Development Feasibility Analysis for a prioritized list of
development opportunities.
2.5 Housing
The Project Team will conduct a Housing Market Analysis, based on a review of local and regional housing, workforce demand,
economic, and demographic characteristics, and trends. To complete this task the Project Team will utilize Emsi labor markets
analytics data, CoStar, Esri, CMAP, and other, local regional, and national datasets to analyze existing housing stock, assess and
project West Chicago’s housing needs with an eye for historic preservation over a 10- and 20-year period and develop market- and
data-driven policy and planning recommendations. The Project Team will:
¢ Collect, inventory, and map U.S. Census, HUD, CMAP, CoStar, Emsi Esri, and other datasets that characterize existing
housing market conditions.
e Analyze market data, housing conditions, and regional trends to identify housing needs; and
e Visualize baseline housing conditions using maps, graphs, and other data visualizations.
The Housing Market Analysis will be the basis for the development of preliminary housing recommendations focused on equitable
housing strategies for West Chicago.
2.6 Community Services and Infrastructure
The Project Team will develop an existing conditions analysis to characterize the condition of the City’s water, sewer, power,
broadband, and other public infrastructure and utility systems. We will approach this analysis through the lens of High-Performance
Infrastructure, which is based on the principles of sustainability and resilience. The Project Team will:
e Collect, inventory, and map utility data provided by the City and utility providers;
e Identify current and projected utility demands and infrastructure improvements;
e Convene a working group of City staff and stakeholders (e.g., City Engineer, Public Works Director, utility
representatives) to review and refine current and projected utility and infrastructure needs;
e Develop a preliminary list of capital projects, which can support ongoing capital improvement planning and budgeting
processes; and
e Identify strategies to maximize efficacy and efficiency of these resources.
2.7 Public Health
As important factors in the Village’s high quality-of-life, current public health and education initiatives and programs will be
inventoried as the basis for future recommendations.
We will conduct a Health Impact Review (HIR) to assess the positive and negative health impacts that could result from a proposed
plan, policy, or project. Once the potential health impacts are assessed, recommendations can be made to maximize health benefits
and mitigate health threats. The Health Impact Review will be used to develop an understanding of the current health needs of West
Chicago and the health impacts that may be derived from fulfilling the Plan’s vision. The Project Team will:
e Collect, inventory, and map public health data provided by local, county, and state sources;
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e Integrate health-related questions into community outreach activities;
e Visualize public health data conditions using maps, graphs, and other data visualizations; and,
e Develop preliminary Public Health recommendations.
2.8 Parks and Natural Areas
The Project Team will create a map and inventory the City’s existing parks and natural areas. We will work with the West Chicago
Park District, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, and other landowners to create an up-to-date map of the City’s parks and
natural areas. We will approach this work through a green infrastructure planning lens, which is focused on creating connections
between people and nature across different spatial scales (e.g., regional, neighborhood, parcel). We will employ culturally
appropriate methods to engage residents and encourage outdoor recreation, stewardship, and environmental education. The
Project Team will:
e Collect, inventory, and map data related to the City’s Parks and Natural Areas;
e Create a Park Improvement Plan based on a visual assessment of each park facility;
e — Solicit community and stakeholder feedback on the City’s Parks and Natural Areas through outreach activities (e.g., most
popular parks, preferred facilities and programming, access, and safety concerns); and
e Develop preliminary Park and Natural Area recommendations.
2.9 Community Character
The City’s physical character including streetscape, public realm, architecture, lighting, building orientation and configuration,
historic assets, and sustainable elements will be assessed via field survey. MUSE will survey residents and business owners about
their preference for the design elements gathered in the field survey and identify desirable elements to carry forward in future
development opportunities.
2.10 Context Reports
The preceding tasks will be summarized in a series of reports that focus on analysis over inventory and set the stage for preliminary
recommendations. As directed by the City, any and all reports will be provided in Spanish and English.
2.11 Staff Review
2.12 Plan Commission Meeting #2
Phase | and II Deliverables:
e Final work plan and schedule
e Final engagement plan (including in-person and virtual outreach)
e Tour worksheet in Spanish and English
e Tour summary in Spanish and English
e Project website in Spanish and English
e Social media accounts, social media draft plan and social media posts templates in Spanish and English
e Community members’ profile videos for social media (6)
e Context reports: Housing Market Analysis, Economic Development Analysis, Existing Conditions Memo, and Community
Profile
Phase Ill: Visioning
3.1 Small Group Visioning Workshops (6-8)
Due to COVID-19 we will host six (6) to eight (8) small workshops with no more than 10 people. We will partner with community
groups and organizations such as Giving DuPage to host the in-person workshops, at least two (2) of which will be conducted in
Spanish. The vision and goals will represent the consensus of the community about the way forward for West Chicago and will
include a review of past plan goals deemed suitable to carry forward. Note: Should Illinois Stay-at-Home restrictions be in place, we
will host the workshops virtually via Zoom using breakout rooms, interactive whiteboard tools, and polling.

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3.2 Interactive Online Visioning
We will develop an interactive online visioning activity on the project website to engage those who are not able to attend an in-
person workshop. The online activity will be designed to be fun and highly visual to encourage participation. A Spanish version of
this activity will also be facilitated.
3.3 Interactive Visioning Pop-Up
In the 2016 West Chicago Strategic Plan, the community indicated a desire for more community events. We will create at least one
interactive pop-up event to engage residents and business owners in the visioning process. MUSE has experience creating
approachable, fun, and culturally appropriate pop-up events that foster meaningful connections with community members. These
events are designed to prompt questions, collect feedback, nurture creativity, cultivate relationships, inform and educate residents
in a people-centered and place-specific setting.
3.4 Staff Review
3.5 Plan Commission Meeting #3
Phase III Deliverables:
e Small Group Workshops, including two (2) in Spanish,
« — Interactive online visioning,
e Vision and goals document in Spanish and English,
e Key recommendations document in Spanish and English,
e Draft plan outline in Spanish and English
e¢ One pop-up event
Phase IV: Key Focus Area Plans
Up to five key (5) focus area plans provide a higher level of detail for important and distinctive areas of West Chicago. The focus
areas may be geographic (the Central Manufacturing District, Downtown West Chicago, Neltnor Boulevard, North Avenue and
Roosevelt Road) or topical beyond what a traditional Comprehensive Plan may provide. The resulting plans will recommend both
public and private sector actions needed to achieve the desired goals.
4.1 Focus Areas Design Workshop with City Officials (daytime)
Our team will design an intensive design workshop that begins with an afternoon session focused on City staff and officials. The
focus will be interdepartmental and interdisciplinary so that issues can be identified and recommendations proposed in an efficient
and effective manner. Note: Should Illinois Stay-at-Home restrictions be in place, we will host the workshop virtually via Zoom.
4,2 Focus Areas Design Workshop with Public (evening)
The design workshop will continue with a public event in the evening. The public’s time and energy will be respected by building off
of issues and recommendations identified during the city officials’ session.
4.3 Focus Areas Draft Recommendations
Draft recommendations, in Spanish and English, will be prepared based on the preceding analysis and recommendations coming out
of the workshop.
4.4 Staff Review
4.5 Plan Commission Meeting #4
Phase IV Deliverables:
e Design Workshop materials
e Design Workshop summary Report in Spanish and English
e Focus Area Draft Recommendations Report in Spanish and English
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The initial draft plan will include the vision and goals created through a robust community engagement process and the
development of key recommendations for review before final plan elements are created. The draft plan will include:
e Guiding principles, goals and objectives
e Market-supportable development ideas
e¢ Recommendations for streetscape, land use, zoning, transportation, open space, health, and environment
e Identification of catalyst development sites
e The draft plan will be presented to and reviewed by City staff, Plan Commission, the public, and City Council.
5.1 Draft Comprehensive Plan
The draft plan will look out over the next 20 years and provide specific guidance on topics including:
e Land use, zoning, housing, economic development, historic preservation, infrastructure capacity, transportation,
community services, parks and natural areas.
e Strategies, resources, funding
e Future zoning amendments
e Priority projects and pilot projects
e Residential policy (housing stabilization, diversity, and affordability)
e Partnership and responsibility matrix, including strategic inter-governmental partnerships where appropriate
e Implementation timeline
e Key Focus Area Plans
5.2 Staff Review
5.3 Plan Commission Meeting #5
Phase V Deliverables:
e Draft Comprehensive Plan in Spanish and English
Phase VI: Final Comprehensive Plan
The final draft plan will be presented to the Plan Commission and the City Council for approval. The consultant team will provide
electronic and print copies in addition to an editable version of all maps and graphics for future use by the City.
6.1 Preparation of Final Plan Document
6.2 Open House
A community open house will be created to obtain public review and comment on the draft plan. The open house may be scheduled
in conjunction with an existing community event, such as the West Chicago Food Festival or as a standalone event. Facilitated
activities will be organized to engage a multi-generational group of attendees. All the information shared at this Open House will be
provided in both Spanish and English.
6.3 Plan Commission and Development Committee Review
6.4 City Council Review and Adoption
6.5 Champions Workshop
Once the draft plan is revised, an in-person or virtual workshop will be scheduled for organizations responsible (in a primary or
supporting role) for implementing the plan. Taking the time to achieve “buy in” and explain responsibilities will ensure that
implementation is as swift and efficient as possible. This will be an opportunity to identify long-term systems of accountability as
well as strategies for collective efficacy.
6.6 Plan Launch
We will provide a companion document that outlines plan launch activities for the City to undertake to maintain momentum and
interest in the plan. This may take the form of a “how to use the plan” guide and will include recommendations on events, publicity,
and a case study write-up to share with peer communities. Additionally, we would plan to return to the classroom for a follow-up

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visit with students and provide on-call help for six months, post-adoption
Phase VI Deliverables:
Open House
Champions Workshop
Final Comprehensive Plan in Spanish and English
How to Use the Plan document

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Focus Area Draft Recommendations
12
24
Staff Review
tht NIN
TOON
Plan Commission #4
$30
Travel to West Chicago 2 pp! @ $15
Total Hours
16
22
Phase V: Draft Comprehensive Plan
Draft Comprehensive Plan
12
28
Staff Review
N
Plan Commission Meeting #5
$60
Travel to West Chicago 4 pp! @ $15
Total Hours
10
36
Phase VI: Final Comprehensive Plan
Preperation of Final Plan Document
16
Open House
$75
Travel to West Chicago 5 ppl @ 15
Plan Commission and Development Committee
$45
Travel to West Chicago 3 ppl @ 15
City Council
$45
Travel to West Chicago 3 pp! @ 15
Champions Workshop
vt
$30
Travel to West Chicago 2 pp! @ 15
Plan Launch
Total Hours
20
24
Project Total
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City of West Chicago .
Comprehensive Plan
Proposal
August 3, 2020
ADDRESS ONLINE CONTACT
1212 North Ashland Ave Web; —MUSEcommunitydesign.com Phone; (312) 416-2816
Floor 2 Insta; ~@planning.MUSE Email: — courtney@MUSEcommunitydesign.com
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Tom Dabareiner, AICP
Community Development Director
City of West Chicago
475 Main Street
West Chicago, IL 60284
VIA HAND DELIVERY
Dear Mr. Dabareiner:
Thank you for the opportunity to create an updated Comprehensive Plan for West Chicago. Since the adoption of the City’s last Comprehensive
Plan in 1995, there have been significant changes in the City, the economy, and in the practice of planning. Communities are demanding
comprehensive plans that are nimbler, more strategic, and more relevant than they were in the past. Our team is committed to evolving the
comprehensive plan in this manner and to creating customized and achievable recommendations for implementation. For us this means a
process that values diversity as an asset, bilingualism that isn't an afterthought, and that a plan can be an organizing tool to create leadership,
build value, and guide development. The result is a plan that is too busy to sit on the shelf—a bold vision paired with strategic actions that not only
involve City staff from various departments, but also elected and appointed officials, partner agencies, and school kids. We envision a plan that
creates a shared vision, rises above skepticism, and gets heads nodding. As a team, we are committed to create a plan that is unique to West
Chicago in order to address West Chicago's unique issues: no boilerplate plans, no assumptions. A recent quote by former Mayor of Pittsburgh
Tom Murphy encapsulates our approach, “The narrative of communities being victims of forces beyond their control is true, but the assumption
that communities can do little about it is untrue, Every community has a choice: to react and manage the effects of those global forces or to be
proactive and decide what type of community it wants to be, based on its strengths. Every community has that choice.”
| founded MUSE nearly six years ago to bring inspired change to communities and their plans, Having worked as a planner in the private, public,
and not-for-profit sectors for twenty years, | created a firm that has grown from one employee to seven and is comprised of amazing professionals
who bring a diversity of lived and professional experiences. | have managed projects with budgets as small as $1,500 and as large as $3 million
with teams ranging from one to 17 firms, | founded MUSE as a boutique firm that prides itself on quality of work over quantity. As a team, we are
committed to getting the project right and providing adequate time to review work products to make informed decisions.
We are joined for this endeavor by Antero Group, a holistic civil engineering, urban planning, and strategic consulting firm with offices in Chicago,
South Bend, Denver, and Dallas-Fort Worth. Antero shares our philosophy of being a true partner to communities by designing innovative and
effective solutions to help communities stretch their resources to bring lasting change.
Our team’s philosophy for this project is based on four themes:
A commitment to meaningful engagement. Engagement activities must be relevant and convenient, more so when the population is largely
bicultural and bilingual.
A focus on authenticity. Our recommendations will be built on the unique charm and character of West Chicago by celebrating the history
and culture of the City. We will be authentic to West Chicago rather than imitating other places.
Agreat, but grounded, vision. The most powerful vision is one that not only inspires but is also clear about how to get there, Our nature is
to be pragmatic while also pushing the envelope.
Being honest about change. At the moment communities most desire change, they also often fear it. To maintain interest and enthusiasm,
our implementation plan will identify top priorities and set up some early wins based on the capacity and resources of the City and its
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Founding Principal

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Table of
Contents
Firm Overviews
Project Understanding + Approach
11
Scope of Services
16
Comprehensive Plan Table of Contents
Our Team
Relevant Experience
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Timeline
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“Applying common sense to common
problems for the common good.”
Gifford Pinchot
Antero Group
VISION + MISSION
We envision a world where
sustainability, resilience, and
equity is business as usual. Our
CIVIL ENGINEERING mission is to help our clients
Site Development thrive by designing projects,
Construction Engineering and Management policies, and programs that
Environmental and Geotechnical Engineering * :
Municipal Engineering transform the built environment
Transportation Engineering
Logistics Engineering
Stormwater Management
Regulatory and Compliance Services
ABOUT US
PLANNING + DESIGN Antero Group is a full service
Land Use, Zoning engineering, urban planning,
P+D Comprehensive Planning and strategic consulting firm
GIS Analysis and Visualization ‘ with offices in Chicago, Denver,
Complete Streets and Active Transportation and Dallas-Fort Worth.
Green Infrastructure Planning
Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Planning
Community Outreach and Education er
Smart and Connected Communities We leverage interdisciplinary
teams, creative thinking,
and collaborative processes
STRATEGIC CONSULTING to deliver innovative and
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Major Project Delivery to deliver projects that create
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Operations and Change Management
Owner Representative Services
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anterogroup.com Planning + Design
312.772.5085 Strategic Consulting
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Overview
A ROADMAP FOR THE FUTURE
West Chicago has extended significant resources
planning for its future. It is time to update the
Comprehensive Plan- the one document that ties all
other plans together and sets the policy and vision
for the future. The updated plan should address how
the City can continue to be strategic with resources
(regardless of economic cycles), build off of prior
efforts, position neighborhoods and districts for
change, and attract and retain residents.
Our team is diverse and insightful, one with a history
of improving the quality of life in communities and
an emphasis on implementation. We not only bring
experience but we bring an interest in evolving
community planning processes and documents to
ensure they are responsive to local needs and desires
and impactful from the day they are adopted.
By its nature, a comprehensive plan is a forward-
looking document. The updated West Chicago
Comprehensive Plan should position the City for the
future by addressing the issues it faces now and
into the coming years while also capitalizing on the
opportunities the City has for growth. The updated
Comprehensive Plan should be both broad and specific
by providing guidance on attracting families, younger
residents and Millennials; planning for an aging
population; identifying ways to diversify the economic
base; clarifying the development process for neighbors
and developers; and achieving consensus on growth.
The Comprehensive Plan must be nimble in order to
respond to changes in trends and technologies and
must memorialize a shared vision for the future.
CMAP's recent Community Profile for West Chicago
reveals some insights about those who live in
West Chicago. Compared to DuPage County, West
Chicago has larger household sizes, has a faster
growing population density, is younger, and has a
higher average VMT. With 53% of the population
self-identifying as Latinx and 46% of the population
speaking primarily Spanish at home, it is critical that
the plan process reinforce trust and relationships
by having an inclusive process led by culturally-
competent planners. The main metric of success for a
Comprehensive Plan is whether it retains and improves
quality of life. The recommendations should take a
close look at increasing walkability and transit access,
and consider ideas like “missing middle” housing to
achieve lasting housing diversity and affordability to
ensure West Chicago remains a place with pride.
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OUR APPROACH
Our team will develop a process to meaningfully engage
the West Chicago community, with a focus on the
Latinx community, which makes up more than half of
the residential population. We will listen with humility
and use our expertise to craft goals and strategies to
set a roadmap for developing West Chicago into the
City the residents and business owners envision for
themselves and their children.
Creating a truly effective comprehensive plan
requires thought, analysis, and creativity from an
interdisciplinary team. MUSE Community + Design
and Antero Group bring a depth of knowledge and
experience as well as a willingness to try new ways
of approaching engagement to create a clear path
forward for West Chicago. These are the circumstances
we live for. We will listen to the community's goals
and vision for the future and translate them into clear
action. We will outline tradeoffs and demystify terms.
We will present clear choices and guidance on how to
get it done. We will take both the 10,000 foot as well as
the street-level view of West Chicago, using tools and
innovations in technology tailored to West Chicago. We
will apply new tools, such as aerial drone photography.
to make community-wide land use and infrastructure
assessments as well as innovative online engagement
and mapping applications.
A PHILOSOPHY, NOT A PROJECT PHASE
MUSE Community + Design was founded on the idea
that engagement should be relevant, meaningful, and
(even) fun. The MUSE team has facilitated engagement
in more than 24 cities, in eight states, and on two
continents. More broadly, our entire team is committed
to the idea that engagement is a philosophy and not
a project phase. It is our job to not only bring out the
best tools in our toolbox but also be ready to pivot if
circumstances change or results from an individual
activity are not satisfactory.
Equally important is the fact that our team is not only
committed philosophically to ideas of diversity and
inclusion, we are diverse and inclusive by intention and
by every measure. Particularly relevant to working in
West Chicago, the majority of our team are immigrants
or children of immigrants, including our Community
Planner Romina Castillo, a native Spanish speaker born
and raised in Mexico. She will lead a comprehensive
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and culturally-appropriate engagement process in
Spanish to connect with the values and experiences
shared by West Chicago's Latinx community.
As practicable, we will identify and attend West
Chicago events/festivals such as the West Chicago
Food Festival or Blooming Fest, visit local businesses,
schools and places of worship. This means that our
team will be present at recognizable locations where
stakeholders feel comfortable, rather than creating
stand-alone events with the sole purpose of speaking
about the City’s Comprehensive Plan. We will leverage
existing partnerships and media outlets including Casa
Michoacan, the Sun-Times recently-launched Spanish
language news outlet, “La Voz,’ and Facebook groups
such as, “What's Happening in West Chicago?” (with
more than 7,000 members).
MUSE
VIRTUAL ENGAGEMENT DURING COVID-19
Now more than ever, communities need to come
together to re-envision a thriving, safe, and healthy
future. MUSE recognizes the challenges that COVID-19
brings to any community-building and engagement
effort. Our team will create virtual and in-person
activities. We will collect narratives, ideas, observations
and questions using mail and online surveys, interactive
mapping, social media, in-person interactions, and
polls,
Central to our outreach strategy in the COVID-19 era
is a customized website which includes interactive
mapping, data collection and visualizations coupled
with a robust social media campaign. Our website will
integrate the data collected through the website directly
into GIS databases to allow the project team to analyze
and present data in real time. In addition to web-based
feedback, we will utilize SMS text messages to provide
an alternate feedback channel. Our suite of online tools
is versatile, robust, and relevant and have proven to
reach a broad spectrum of stakeholders and provide
valuable feedback for our projects.
We will follow closely State and Federal guidelines to
keep our team, the City staff, and community residents
safe. We will proceed with caution when it comes to
public events. When appropriate our team will engage
in-person at community events, cultural performances,
and places of worship.
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Overview
PHASE I: DISCOVERY
Survey, Data Collection, and
Citizen Input
PHASE II:
UNDERSTANDING
Understanding the Context:
identifying issues, assets,
and opportunities
PHASE III: VISIONING
Small group workshops and
interactive virtual sessions
PHASE IV: ESTABLISH
FOCUS AREAS
Design workshops. Establish
focus area plans and
draft recommendations
PHASE V: DRAFT PLAN
Draft Comprehensive Plan
Share and Revise
PHASE VI:
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Present Final
Comprehensive Plan
Promote + Launch
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Detailed Plan
The following phases and tasks outline our proposed approach to the comprehensive plan.
-¥Y Phase |: Survey, Data Collection and
Citizen Input
Phase one starts with orienting the team to the project and provides a “deep dive” into existing
conditions in the City and surrounding area. The existing conditions memo will subsequently
be repurposed into a standalone community profile that can be used by the City and partner
agencies. The document will include the history of the area, its regional context and will
provide the basis for subsequent recommendations.
1.1 Staff Kickoff Meeting
The internal kickoff meeting will be held with City staff to accomplish the following:
Review project goals and objectives;
Refine work program and scope of services;
+ Confirm project schedule and milestones;
+ Identify key stakeholders and partners;
Obtain community data and existing reports;
Formalize the steering committee process and composition; and
Finalize engagement plan.
1.2 Plan Commission Kickoff Meeting
MUSE will utilize the Plan Commission to guide the development of the plan. The Plan
Commission kickoff meeting will be held to accomplish the following:
Review project goals and objectives;
Review engagement plan; and
Discuss issues and opportunities.
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1.3 Data Collection
The project team will collect data from the city and the county to create and refine maps and
data sets to be used in the planning process.
1.4 Walking Tour
City staff, elected and appointed officials, the Plan Commission, the consultant team, and
invited community representatives will conduct a socially distanced walking tour of the City
to help the team identify critical issues and opportunities. Due to COVID-19, we will break into
two (2) groups of no more than 10 people. Touring together expands the team’s technical view
of the area to one that is guided by those who live, work and invest there. We will provide a
Spanish speaking tour guide, if desired.
1.5 Community Conversations (4-6)
We are mindful of “planning fatigue” and of a public that may wonder why the City is
undertaking yet another plan. We will lead small group discussions about the future of West
Chicago that lay the groundwork for why a comprehensive plan update is needed and why
it is happening now. Where the conversations take place will be at the City’s direction, but
we anticipate working with organizations such as People Made Visible, West Chicago City
Museum, West Chicago Garden Club and more to host conversations. These conversations
will simultaneously be facilitated in Spanish and will target hard-to-reach groups such as
seniors and children. Our conversations can be organized into small groups, social distanced
and in-person, or interactive online Zoom meetings.
1.6 Resident Survey
A resident survey, one in Spanish and one in English, will be created to gauge the perspectives
and habits of residents in the City. The survey will be created electronically for distribution
through email, websites and SMS to get a broad response. We anticipate using Facebook ads
to target populations who don't typically feel included in planning efforts. We will also identify
innovative ways for residents to participate in this survey for those who may not have access
to a smart phone, computer, or reliable internet.
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1.7 Business Owner Survey
A business owner survey, one in Spanish and one in English, will be created to gauge the
perspectives of business owners in the City. The survey will be distributed electronically, via
email and SMS to get a broad response with the assistance of partners.
1.8 Customized Website, Social Media and SMS Messaging
A customized bilingual website that encourages active citizen participation will be created. The
feedback collected on the website will feed directly into GIS datasets, when applicable. This
data integration will allow the Project Team to conduct real-time analysis with both existing
and collected GIS data. The Project Team will use social media and SMS messages throughout
the project to engage with residents and business owners and leverage existing outlets like the
Window to West Chicago newsletter. We will allocate a portion of the budget for social media
advertising to ensure we are engaging with a broad spectrum of West Chicagoans of all ages.
1.9 Stakeholder Interviews (8-10)
Based on a list created in partnership with the City, the consultant team will interview up to 10
stakeholders, individually or in small groups. These meetings are an opportunity to gain insight
into issues from a diverse group of individuals who share their experiences and narratives and will
be conducted in Spanish and English. Examples may include business owners, residents (new and
established), major property owners, service organizations and more. We will build off of recent
efforts for Census 2020 to engage hard to reach groups such as the Purapecha population. In
keeping with MUSE’s commitment to equity, we propose stipends (in the form of gift cards to local
businesses) for the stakeholders we interview to compensate them for their time.
1.10 Student Workshop
With 32% of the total population being under 19 years old, our team recognizes the importance
of including young voices and perspectives into this process. We will partner with a local
classroom (or other, as directed, e.g., DREAM Program) and present our plan process — in
Spanish or English — to students. We will facilitate an interactive exercise to build interest in
the plan and expose students to the field of urban planning. This will also be an opportunity to
elevate young voices and empower them to be active participants in the future of their city.
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Phase II: Understanding the Context:
identifying issues, assets, and
opportunities
2.1 Summary of Past Plans and Reports
Previous plans, policies, regulations, reports, and studies affecting the City will be reviewed
to assess relevant changes and to align recommendations. The Project Team will identify
elements from prior plans to carry forward to the new Comprehensive Plan. Past plans
include, but are not limited to:
2016 Strategic Plan;
+ Central-Main Street Redevelopment Plan Update;
TIF area plans;
West Chicago Economic Development Plan;
+ Healthy West Chicago Community Action Plan;
OnTo 2050; and
+ DuPage County Strategic Plan.
2.2 Land Use and Zoning Analysis
A field survey will be conducted to assess the City’s land use patterns. Zoning, existing
and proposed, will be reviewed to reveal barriers and opportunities for development. Areas
for growth will be evaluated. One of the key goals of this task is to identify sites that are
susceptible to development/redevelopment including opportunities for in-fill development
and Transit Oriented Development (TOD). Our analysis will include assessing brownfields,
superfunds and other environmental areas for concern. The Project Team will “ground truth”
any recent changes to the zoning ordinance and other regulatory documents.
2.3 Transportation
We will use GIS data from IDOT, the County and the City to map and analyze West Chicago's
existing motorist, rail, transit, bike, and pedestrian networks. We will approach this analysis
through a multimodal lens that considers connections between travel modes as well as
transportation and land use dynamics. The Project Team will:
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+ Collect, inventory, and map readily available GIS datasets from IDOT, CMAP, DuPage
County DOT, and other sources to understand existing transportation networks and flows;
Complete a walkability assessment of downtown and surrounding neighborhoods;
+ Complete a high-level freight flow analysis; and
+ Complete a first/last mile mobility assessment.
We will then develop preliminary transportation recommendations. This will include places
that cut-through traffic can be mitigated, roadways that are candidates for bike facilities, and
ways to improve the walkability of corridors and intersections. The recommendations will
consider all users of the roadway, including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders and drivers as
well as all ages and abilities (including ADA considerations).
2.4 Inclusive Economic Development
We will develop an inclusive economic development strategy for West Chicago that builds
upon the City's existing assets and anchor institutions. This strategy will address workforce
development; supplier-producer linkages studies aimed at supporting minority-owned, woman-
owned, and disadvantaged businesses; and, a Retail Market Analysis, including a Business
Retention, Attraction, Competition, and Expansion (BRACE) analysis. The Project Team will:
* Collect, inventory, and map data provided by the U.S. Census, CMAP, CoStar, Emsi, Esri,
and other providers that characterize economic, demographic, and market conditions;
Visualize baseline economic conditions using maps, graphs, and other data
visualizations;
Complete a Fiscal Resilience Analysis based on the City’s past audits; and,
Develop a Priority Development Area (PDA) map and complete a Development
Feasibility Analysis for a prioritized list of development opportunities.
2.5 Housing
The Project Team will conduct a Housing Market Analysis, based on a review of local and
regional housing, workforce demand, economic, and demographic characteristics, and trends.
To complete this task the Project Team will utilize Emsi labor markets analytics data, CoStar,
Esri, CMAP, and other, local regional, and national datasets to analyze existing housing stock,
assess and project West Chicago's housing needs with an eye for historic preservation
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over a 10- and 20-year period and develop market- and data-driven policy and planning
recommendations. The Project Team will:
+ Collect, inventory, and map U.S. Census, HUD, CMAP, CoStar, Emsi Esri, and other
datasets that characterize existing housing market conditions.
Analyze market data, housing conditions, and regional trends to identify housing needs;
and
Visualize baseline housing conditions using maps, graphs, and other data visualizations.
The Housing Market Analysis will be the basis for the development of preliminary housing
recommendations focused on equitable housing strategies for West Chicago.
2.6 Community Services and Infrastructure
The Project Team will develop an existing conditions analysis to characterize the condition of
the City's water, sewer, power, broadband, and other public infrastructure and utility systems.
We will approach this analysis through the lens of High-Performance Infrastructure, which is
based on the principles of sustainability and resilience. The Project Team will:
Collect, inventory, and map utility data provided by the City and utility providers;
+ Identify current and projected utility demands and infrastructure improvements;
Convene a working group of City staff and stakeholders (e.g., City Engineer, Public Works
Director, utility representatives) to review and refine current and projected utility and
infrastructure needs;
Develop a preliminary list of capital projects, which can support ongoing capital
improvement planning and budgeting processes; and
Identify strategies to maximize efficacy and efficiency of these resources.
2.7 Public Health and Education
As important factors in the Village's high quality-of-life, current public health and education
initiatives and programs will be inventoried as the basis for future recommendations.
We will conduct a Health Impact Review (HIR) to assess the positive and negative health
impacts that could result from a proposed plan, policy, or project. Once the potential health
impacts are assessed, recommendations can be made to maximize health benefits and
mitigate health threats. The Health Impact Review will be used to develop an understanding
of the current health needs of West Chicago and the health impacts that may be derived from
fulfilling the Plan’s vision. The Project Team will:
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Collect, inventory, and map public health data provided by local, county, and state
sources;
+ Identify and map community assets (e.g., schools, parks, places of worship, municipal
facilities, business locations, etc.);
Integrate health-related questions into community outreach activities;
+ Visualize public health data conditions using maps, graphs, and other data
visualizations; and,
Develop preliminary Public Health recommendations.
2.8 Parks and Natural Areas
The Project Team will create a map and inventory the City’s existing parks and natural areas.
We will work with the West Chicago Park District, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County,
and other landowners to create an up-to-date map of the City's parks and natural areas. We
will approach this work through a green infrastructure planning lens, which is focused on
creating connections between people and nature across different spatial scales (e.g., regional,
neighborhood, parcel). We will employ culturally appropriate methods to engage residents and
encourage outdoor recreation, stewardship, and environmental education. The Project Team
will:
Collect, inventory, and map data related to the City's Parks and Natural Areas;
Create a Park Improvement Plan based on a visual assessment of each park facility;
Solicit community and stakeholder feedback on the City's Parks and Natural Areas
through outreach activities (e.g., most popular parks, preferred facilities and
programming, access, and safety concerns); and
+ Develop preliminary Park and Natural Area recommendations.
2.9 Community Character
The City’s physical character including streetscape, public realm, architecture, lighting, building
orientation and configuration, historic assets, and sustainable elements will be assessed via
field survey. MUSE will survey residents and business owners about their preference for the
design elements gathered in the field survey and identify desirable elements to carry forward
in future development opportunities.
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2.10 Existing Conditions Report
A succinct existing conditions memo, in Spanish and in English, will be prepared to present all
findings from fieldwork, data analysis and outreach activities (Tasks 1.3-2.9)
2.11 Staff Meeting #2
2.12 Plan Commission Meeting #2
Phase | and II Deliverables:
Final work plan and schedule
Final engagement plan (including in-person and electronic outreach)
+ Tour worksheet in Spanish and English
Tour summary in Spanish and English
Project website in Spanish and English
Social media accounts, social media draft plan and social media posts templates in
Spanish and English
+ Community members’ profile videos for social media
Existing Conditions Report summarizing findings from Tasks 1.3 - 2.9 in Spanish and
English
Phase Ill: Visioning
3.1 Small Group Visioning Workshops (6-8)
Due to COVID-19 we will host six (6) to eight (8) small workshops with no more than 10 people.
We will partner with community groups and organizations such as Giving DuPage to host the
in-person workshops, at least two (2) of which will be conducted in Spanish. The vision and
goals will represent the consensus of the community about the way forward for West Chicago
and will include a review of past plan goals deemed suitable to carry forward. Note: Should
Illinois Stay-at-Home restrictions be in place, we will host the workshops virtually via Zoom
using breakout rooms and polling as tools for interactive virtual engagement strategies.
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3.2 Interactive Online Visioning
We will develop an interactive online visioning activity on the project website to engage those
who are not able to attend an in-person workshop. The online activity will be designed to be
fun and highly visual to encourage participation. A Spanish version of this activity will also be
facilitated.
3.3 Interactive Visioning Pop-Up
In the 2016 West Chicago Strategic Plan, the community indicated a desire for more
community events. We will create at least one interactive pop-up event at the historic depot, or
at a different location as recommended by stakeholders and the City, to engage residents and
business owners in the visioning process. MUSE has experience creating approachable, fun,
and culturally appropriate pop-up events that foster meaningful connections with community
members. These events are designed to prompt questions, collect feedback, nurture creativity,
cultivate relationships, inform and educate residents in a people-centered and place-specific
setting. Examples of past pop up events are a 5k Oasis reactivation in the North Lawndale
neighborhood in Chicago, and our Design a Street visioning tool, which is also available in
digital format.
3.4 Staff Meeting #3
3.5 Plan Commission Meeting #3
Phase III Deliverables:
Small Group Workshops, including two (2) in Spanish,
Interactive online visioning,
Vision and goals document in Spanish and English,
* Key recommendations document in Spanish and English,
Draft plan outline in Spanish and English
One pop-up event
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Phase IV: Key Focus Area Plans
Up to five key (5) focus area plans provide a higher level of detail for important and distinctive
areas of West Chicago. The focus areas may be geographic (the Central Manufacturing
District, Downtown West Chicago, Neltnor Boulevard, North Avenue and Roosevelt Road) or
topical beyond what a traditional Comprehensive Plan may provide. The resulting plans will
recommend both public and private sector actions needed to achieve the desired goals.
4.1 Focus Areas Design Workshop with City Officials (daytime)
Our team will design an intensive design workshop that begins with an afternoon session
focused on City staff and officials. The focus will be interdepartmental and interdisciplinary
so that issues can be identified and recommendations proposed in an efficient and effective
manner. Note: Should Illinois Stay-at-Home restrictions be in place, we will host the workshop
virtually via Zoom.
4.2 Focus Areas Design Workshop with Public (evening)
The design workshop will continue with a public event in the evening. The public's time and
energy will be respected by building off of issues and recommendations identified during the
city officials’ session.
4.3 Focus Areas Draft Recommendations
Draft recommendations, in Spanish and English, will be prepared based on the preceding
analysis and recommendations coming out of the workshop.
4.4 Staff Meeting #4
4.5 Plan Commission Meeting #4
Phase IV Deliverables:
Design Workshop summary Report in Spanish and English
Focus Area Draft Recommendations Report in Spanish and English
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Phase V: Draft Comprehensive Plan
The initial draft plan will include the vision and goals created through a robust community
engagement process and the development of key recommendations for review before final
plan elements are created. The draft plan will include:
Guiding principles, goals and objectives
Market-supportable development ideas
Recommendations for streetscape, land use, zoning, transportation, open space and
environment
Identification of catalyst development sites
+ The draft plan will be presented to and reviewed by City staff, Plan Commission, the
public, and City Council.
5.1 Draft Comprehensive Plan
The draft plan will look out over the next 20 years and provide specific guidance on topics
including:
+ Land use, zoning, housing, economic development, historic preservation, infrastructure
capacity, transportation, community services, parks and natural areas.
Strategies, resources, funding
+ Future zoning amendments
+ Priority projects and pilot projects
Residential policy (housing stabilization, diversity, and affordability)
Partnership and responsibility matrix, including strategic inter-governmental
partnerships where appropriate
Implementation timeline
Key Focus Area Plans
5.2 Staff Meeting #5
5.3 Plan Commission Meeting #5
Phase V Deliverables:
Draft Comprehensive Plan in Spanish and English
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Phase VI: Final Comprehensive Plan
The final draft plan will be presented to the Plan Commission and the City Council for approval.
The consultant team will provide electronic and print copies in addition to an editable version of all
maps and graphics for future use by the City.
6.1 Preparation of Final Plan Document
6.2 Open House
A community open house will be created to obtain public review and comment on the draft plan.
The open house may be scheduled in conjunction with an existing community event, such as the
West Chicago Food Festival or as a standalone event. Facilitated activities will be organized to
engage a multi-generational group of attendees. All the information shared at this Open House will
be provided in both Spanish and English.
6.3 Plan Commission
6.4 City Council
6.5 Champions Workshop
Once the draft plan is revised, an in-person or virtual workshop will be scheduled for organizations
responsible (in a primary or supporting role) for implementing the plan. Taking the time to achieve
“buy in” and explain responsibilities will ensure that implementation is as swift and efficient as
possible. This will be an opportunity to identify long-term systems of accountability as well as
strategies for collective efficacy.
6.6 Plan Launch
We will provide a companion document that outlines plan launch activities for the City to undertake
to maintain momentum and interest in the plan. This may take the form of a “how to use the plan”
guide and will include recommendations on events, publicity, and a case study write-up to share
with peer communities. Additionally, we would plan to return to the classroom for a follow-up visit
with students and provide on-call help for six months, post-adoption
Phase VI Deliverables:
Open House
Champions Workshop
* Final Comprehensive Plan in Spanish and English
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Comprehensive Plan/Plan Maestro
Draft Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Letter from the Mayor
3. Comprehensive Plan Process
and Engagement Metrics
4, Where We Are
Existing Conditions Report
a. Land Use and Zoning
b. Transportation
c. Economic Development
d. Housing
e. Utilities
f. Public Health and Education
g. Parks and Natural Areas
h. Community Character
5. Where We Want To Go
a. Guiding principles, goals and objectives
b. Recommendations from Existing
Conditions Report
c. Priority and Pilot Projects
6. Focus Area Plans
7. How We Will Get There
a. Strategies, resources and funding
opportunities
b. Future Zoning Amendments
c. Partnership and Responsibility Matrix
d. Implementation timeline
1. Introduccién
2. Mensaje del Alcalde
3. Proceso de Planeacidén del Plan Maestro
y Evaluacion de Participacién Ciudadana
4. Donde nos encontramos
Reporte de Condiciones Existentes
a. Uso de Suelo y Zonificacién
b. Transporte
c. Desarrollo Econdémico
d. Vivienda
e. Servicios Publicos
f. Salud Publica y Educacién
g. Parques y Areas Naturales
h. Caracter de la Comunidad
5. Donde Quremos Llegar
a. Método, metas y objectivos
b. Recomendaciones basadas en el Reporte de
Condiciones Existentes
c. Prioridades y Projectos Piloto
6. Planes de Areas de Enfoque
7. Como Llegaremos Ahi
a. Strategias, recursos y oportunidades de
financiamiento
b. Futuros cambios en el Reglamento de
Zonificacién
c. Matriz de Colaboracién y Responsabilidad
d. Linea de tiempo de la implementacidn del Plan
Maestro
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Core Team
Courtney Kashima, AICP
Founding Principal, MUSE
Role: Project Director
Nina Idemudia, AICP Curtis Witek
Director of Planning, MUSE
Role: Project Manager, Land Use and
Zoning
Sr. Project Manager, Antero Group
Role: Multimodal Transportation
+ Capital Improvements
Romina Castillo Andrew Johansson, AICP
Community Planner, MUSE
Role: Engagement and Health
Sr. Project Manager, Antero Group
Role: Economic Development +Housing
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EDUCATION
University of Illinois at Chicago,
Masters in Urban Planning,
2004
University of Illinois at Urbana-
Champaign, Bachelor of Arts in
Urban Planning, 2000
Sheffield University (U.K.
Town and Regional Planning
Semester Abroad, 1999
CERTIFICATIONS
American Institute of Certified
Planners (AICP)
Certified Charrette Facilitator,
National Charrette Institute
AFFILIATIONS
American Planning Association
Past President, Lambda Alpha
International-Ely Chapter
Past President, APA-IL
Co-Chair, 2011 APA-IL State
Conference
Co-Chair, 2013 National
Planning Conference
Courtney Kashima, AICP
Founding Principal
Courtney is a certified urban planner (AICP) and charrette facilitator (NCI). She has worked
nationally and internationally in the areas of land use, zoning, economic development, and
historic preservation, Courtney excels at creating the processes, policies and partnerships
needed to bring about meaningful change in the built environment. She has led planning
processes in more than 20 cities, in six states, and on two continents.
Courtney holds a BA in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Illinois at Urbana-
Champaign and a Master's Degree in Urban Planning and Public Affairs from the University
of Illinois at Chicago. She studied abroad at the University of Sheffield (UK) in their Town and
Regional Planning program. She is a past president of APA-IL and the Ely Chapter of Lambda
Alpha International, a multi-disciplinary land economics society. Courtney is also the host of
APA's podcast, “The People Behind the Plans.”
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
* Community engagement strategy for the Chicago Park District's forthcoming
Shoreline Strategic Action Plan,
+ Land use and TOD-readiness analysis for the forthcoming updated Strategic Plan
for Pace Bus.
* Stakeholder engagement for the forthcoming bus service analysis for the
Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District.
+ Engagement strategy for the Divvy Expansion to the Far South Side on behalf of
Lyft.
* Engagement strategy for the Pace Joliet Express Bus study.
+ Engagement strategy for CNT and the City of Evanston for net-zero, resilient,
affordable housing program design.
+ Retainer/interim planner for Bloomington, La Grange, and Forest Park, IL serving
as staff planner for site plan review, ZBA, and Plan Commission.
* Stakeholder engagement for downtown Glen Ellyn streetscape improvements
including business owner outreach, public meetings, and an interactive website.
* Planning and engagement for the Chicago Department of Transportation's
bicycle and pedestrian program including MPAC, MBAC, the Bicycle
Ambassadors, and Vision Zero,
+ Stakeholder engagement and creation of neighborhood plans for Vision Zero
West Side including social media, events, round tables, and exhibits.
+ Plans for more than 30 communities nationally and internationally including
Niles, Geneva, Mundelein, Harwood Heights, Morton, Chicago, Downers Grove,
Tulsa, OK, Austin, TX, Gladstone, MO, and several communities in China.
* Zoning and entitlement approvals for law firm clients such as General Growth
Properties, American Girl Place, St. Joseph Hospital and (former) West Suburban
Medical Center.
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EDUCATION
University of Southern
California
Master of Planning with a
Social Justice Specialization,
2014
University of Michigan
Bachelors of Arts - African
American Studies and Womens
Studies, 2012
CERTIFICATIONS
American Institute of Certified
Planners (AICP)
AFFILIATIONS
Board of Directors, American
Planning Association-Illinois
Chapter
New Leaders Council Fellow,
2018
Office of Los Angeles City
Councilman Curren D. Price, Jr.
"SHEroe” Award, 2016
NextCity Vanguard, 2016
American Planning Association
Award of Excellence for Public
Outreach, 2015
American Planning Association
Award of Excellence for Public
Outreach, 2013
Nina Idemudia, AICP
Director of Planning
A native Detroiter, Nina Idemudia, AICP, understands firsthand how the built environment
shapes the lives of society's most vulnerable populations. This fuels her passion for empowering
citizens to be change agents through the planning process. Prior to moving to Chicago, Nina
was a planner for the City of Los Angeles where she worked on Current and Long-Range
Planning, plus Performance Management. She specializes in equitable community development,
inclusive outreach, and organizational innovation for large metropolitan areas. Nina understands
planning as a framework to instill lasting change in the world which is why she is dedicated to
changing the field of planning, inside and out.
Partners for Place Sustainable Housing Study, Evanston IL
Nina oversaw the implementation of an engagement plan and led the stakeholder outreach and
event planning regarding a grant-funded study to develop a pilot program to improve building
sustainability without losing housing affordability for which she built partnerships, planned
events, and managed numerous constituent groups.
Chicago Department of Planning and Development
Nina oversaw and managed the implementation of complex specialized development projects
using City resources, incentives, and property, She also provided research, data, and geospatial
analysis. She prepared staff reports, policy research, and other related materials to advise senior
management, City Plan Commission, City Council, and City Mayor.
Los Angeles Department of City Planning
Nina led the effort to create, adopt, and implement the Century Boulevard Streetscape Plan,
Century Boulevard is known as the Gateway to Los Angeles due to its direct connection to
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This project required her to work closely with the
GatewayLA Business Improvement District (BID), which includes more than 40 properties and
features more than 12 million square feet of hotel, office, parking, retail and restaurant space.
As the Streetscape Plan was being finalized she worked with various city departments (Public
Works, Building and Safety, Bureau of Street Services, etc) and the BID to make ensure that
the Streetscape Plan reflected the best interest of all stakeholders involved and would provide
the economic development and community improvement objectives desired. Once the plan
was adopted by the City Plan Commission, she worked with city staff, business owners, and
developers to implement the plan.
Nina also analyzed data to create comprehensive and equitable outreach strategies for
department initiatives, plans, and ordinances while overseeing a 30-person outreach task
force and directly supervising staff conducting research, She developed and coordinated a
department-wide training program for 400 to increase department efficiency and secured
$20,000 for specialized training. She collaborated with stakeholder groups to obtain
information on community transit needs to create zoning ordinances and land use plans
that included a multimodal streetscape plan for Century Boulevard. Nina also coordinated
the implementation of newly adopted zoning ordinances and land use plans and educate
stakeholders on how these regulations may affect them.
City of Hawthorne Department of Planning, Hawthorne, CA
Nina counseled three dozen business owners on the influence of land use and zoning laws
may have on their business. She evaluated and approved or denied development proposals
and site plans for their conformance with the general plan, zoning codes, specific plans and
design guidelines while training and supervising interns and admin staff. She also created and
presented detailed staff reports on the alignment of various development and policy proposals
with the City's General Plan, Zoning Code, and design guidelines.
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EDUCATION
University of Illinois at Chicago
Master of Urban Planning and
Policy, 2014
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Science in
Architecture, 2011
AFFILIATIONS
Chicago United for Equity,
Fellow
American Planning Association
= Illinois Chapter
PlacemakingX
Board Member, Friends of the
Bloomingdale Trail
Romina Castillo
Community Planner
A Mexico City native, Romina Castillo has always been fascinated by urban communities and
their relationship with the built environment. For the last six years, Romina has worked closely
with Chicago communities focusing on place-based, community-driven projects advocating for
equitable mobility, access to healthy foods, and neighborhood revitalization. Her work includes
developing engagement processes for the award-winning Space to Grow initiative to reactivate
schoolyards, integrate green infrastructure, and introduce environmental and wellness education
programs.
Currently, Romina is part of a team implementing Chicago's Vision Zero strategies, where she is
responsible for building coalitions and partnerships to grow equitable and safe mobility access
across the city. She also coordinates the Mayor's Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Councils.
Romina volunteered for Slow Roll Chicago and, for a time, was its Interim Executive Director,
Bilingual Training and Facilitation
Romina has extensive experience developing trainings and educational material in both English and
Spanish, She conducted trainings on walkability assessment for the Consortium to Lower Obesity
in Chicago's Children (CLOCC). During her time at Openlands, Romina trained school communities
on storm water management and school gardening. Romina has facilitated multiple meetings,
visioning exercises and charrettes, She is an experienced Spanish translator and interpreter.
Community Planning
In partnership with community stakeholders, Romina led a planning process to co-develop
actionable and community-focused crash reduction plans in three communities in the West Side of
Chicago under the Vision Zero initiative. In partnership with community members, Romina develop
the School Campus Planning Initiative Plan in Little Village to green and beautify neighborhood
schools while employed at Openlands,
Stakeholder Engagement
Romina understands that truly inclusive engagement empowers stakeholders to address
community challenges. Grounding her work in equitable practices, she is currently managing
community engagement for the City of Chicago's Vision Zero initiative. Romina also designed
an engagement process to collect feedback from Far South Side stakeholders about bike-share
expansion. She manages the Mayor's Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Councils comprised of
sister agencies and advocates and has been responsible for several innovations and improved
communication with community partners.
Vision Zero Chicago
Romina manages community engagement for the City of Chicago's Vision Zero initiative in
communities identified as High Crash Areas, Her main role is to support coalition building
amongst community stakeholders, lead engagement efforts, coordination and recommendation
of implementation strategies. In partnership with community leaders, she led a planning process
to co-create actionable and community-focused crash reduction plans in three communities in the
West Side of Chicago.
Mayor’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Council
Romina coordinates two city-wide networks, the Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Council and the Mayor's
Pedestrian Advisory Council. With support of the Chicago Department of Transportation staff, she
restructured both councils to consolidate membership, identify goals, improve meeting structure to
make them more action-oriented and accessible to the public.
Lyft/Divvy Community Engagement
Romina designs inclusive strategies to engage with Far South Side stakeholders to collect feedback
about the Divvy expansion, She coordinates engagement efforts, develops partnerships, maintains
consistent communication, and organizes events to facilitate meaningful conversations about
mobility and the benefits of bike share. She coordinates data collection, drafts recommendations
and creates materials in partnership with the Divvy Expansion team that consists of consultants
and the Chicago Department of Transportation staff.
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Senior Project Manager
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Antero Group
EDUCATION
Master of Urban Planning and Policy
University of Illinois at Chicago
B.S. Environmental Science
Wheaton College
Certificate in Land Resource Analysis
Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies
EXPERIENCE
Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT)
Chicago, IL, 2016-2017
City of Chicago, Office of the Mayor
Chicago, IL, 2015-2016
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Chicago, IL, 2013-2015
Friends of the Chicago River
Chicago, IL, 2014
National Park Service (NPS)
Chicago, IL, 2013
AFFILIATIONS
American Planning Association
Urban Land Institute
Water Environment Federation
City Open Workshop
PROFICIENCIES
ArcGIS Pro
Adobe Creative Cloud
SketchUp
AutoCAD
Quantitative / Qualitative Analysis
Geospatial Analysis and Visualization
Project Management
Collaborative Design
Community Engagement / Facilitation
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Curtis Witek is an award-winning urban planner and designer with ten years of
cross-sector experience. His mission is to equip clients with the tools they need
to plan, design, and build more resilient and vibrant places where human and
natural communities thrive. Curtis’ work has been awarded several accolades
including a Chicago River Blue Award (2017), a ULI/Trkla Award, First Place in
the U.S. EPA’s Campus RainWorks Challenge, and First Place in the Center for
Neighborhood Technology's Sustainability Apps Competition.
SELECT PROJECTS
Connect2Work First/Last Mile Pilot Program (in progress)
Village of Bedford Park | Bedford Park, IL
University Park Capital Improvement Plan (in progress)
Village of University Park| University Park, IL
University Park Community Vision Plan (in progress)
Village of University Park| University Park, IL
Ford Heights Capital Improvement Plan (in progress)
Village of Ford Heights | Ford Heights, IL
Village of Bedford Park Last Mile Mobility Action Plan (2020)
Village of Bedford Park | Bedford Park, IL
Village of Bedford Park Last Mile Mobility Study (2019)
Village of Bedford Park | Bedford Park, IL
New Carlisle South Shore Line Station Feasibility Study (2019)
Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District | Porter, IN
Ashland Metra Station Access to Transit Improvements (2019)
Village of Calumet Park | Calumet Park, IL
Envision Ford Heights: Community Vision Plan (2018)
Village of Ford Heights | Ford Heights, IL
Indiana Enterprise Center: Area Management Plan (2018)
St. Joseph County, Office of Economic Development | South Bend, IN
Rush University Medical Center Pedestrian Safety Plan (2018)
Active Transportation Alliance | Chicago, IL
RainReady Calumet Corridor Plan (2017)
Cook County, Department of Planning and Development | Chicago, IL
City Forest Products (2017-2018)
Social Enterprise | Chicago, IL
Activating Riverdale Marsh (2017)
Village of Riverdale | Riverdale, IL
Resilient Revitalization: National Disaster Resilience Competition (2016)
City of Chicago, Office of the Mayor | Chicago, IL

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Andrew Johansson, AICP ZEES
Senior Project Manager
Antero Group
EDUCATION
Master of Urban Planning and Policy
University of Minois at Chicago
B.S. Economics
Drexel University
B.A. International Studies
Drexel University
EXPERIENCE
Antero Group
Chicago, IL, 2017-Present
Johansson Consulting
Chicago, IL, 2015-2017
Gallup Consulting
Chicago, IL, 2015
Niras Finland
Helsinki, Finland, 2014
Target Group, Inc.
Chicago, IL, 2009-2013
Kretchmer Associates
Evanston, IL, 2008-2009
Village of Skokie
Skokie, IL, 2007
AFFILIATIONS
American Institute of Certified Planners
American Planning Association
International Economic Development Council
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
IMPLAN Economic Modeling
Emsi Economic Modeling
Esri Demographic Analysis
ArcGIS Mapping Software
Tableau Data Visualization Software
SketchUp 3D Rendering Software
SPSS Statistical Software
Andrew Johansson has over a decade of experience providing economic
development, urban planning, and municipal advisory consulting services for
communities throughout the US and abroad. His work focuses on supporting
the long-term economic development of communities of all sizes through the
development of strategic plans for municipalities and counties, as well as
measuring the economic impact of large-scale infrastructure projects. As an
active member of both the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and
the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), he has expertise
preparing Comprehensive Plans, market studies, economic incentives
analyses, industry attraction studies, and economic resiliency strategies for
his hometown of Chicago and communities throughout the Midwest.
SELECT PROJECTS
SBN Freight Master Plan (2019-2020)
South Bend International Airport | South Bend, IN
Homer Glen Comprehensive Plan Update (2019-2020)
Village of Homer Glen | Homer Glen, IL
Indiana Enterprise Center (IEC) Economic Opportunities oll gr (2019)
St. Joseph County, Office of Economic Development | South Bend, IN
Union Pier Economic Impact Analysis (2019)
New Buffalo Township & Chikaming Township | Union Pier, MI
SBN Economic Opportunities Analysis (2019)
South Bend International Airport | South Bend, IN
Rural Economic Development Improvement (RED!) Plan (2019)
Kinexus | Van Buren County, MI
Denton County Transit Authority Business Case for Transit (2018)
Denton County Transit Authority | Denton, TX
Strategic Economic Development Plan (2018)
City of Saginaw | Saginaw, MI
Commercial Development Feasibility Study (2018)
Forest County Potawatomi | Forest County, WI
Community Center Feasibility Study & Operating Plan (2018)
City of Grayling | Grayling, MI
Wintrust Arena & Marriott Marquis Hotel Economic Impact Program (2017)
Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority (MPEA) | Chicago, IL
Englewood Flyover Local Economic Development Initiative (2013)
Metra | Chicago, IL
Manufacturing Relocation & TIF Analysis (2013)
A. Finkl & Sons| Chicago, IL
Public Building Commission of Chicago Economic Impact Study (2009)
Public Building Commission of Chicago | Chicago, IL
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Planning with an Equity Lens
MUSE was part of a team tasked with updating
the Pace Bus Strategic Plan. Much has changed
since the current plan, Vision 2020, was created
in 2001 particularly in terms of the importance of
understanding the relationship between land use
and mobility. Our role on the project is to encourage
the continued integration of land use and transit
in decision-making at the local and system level.
Specifically, we provided a land use and policy
support assessment as an indication of “TOD
readiness.” Using an equity lens, we developed case
studies and created metrics to inform future corridor
development which will be employed to contextualize
transit corridors across the region with the goal
of guiding the agency to make better-informed
decisions about where to best direct its resources.
Tailored Solutions and Deep Insights
MUSE is leading community outreach for Lyft/Divvy's
expansion to the Far South Side of Chicago. We built
and grew partnerships, devised engagement activities,
and held roundtables, while also performing one-on-
one and small-group interviews of residents, business
owners, and others regarding the need for bicycling
and streetscape improvement in the area. We used
interviews to create resident and advocate video
profiles to further aid the project. The information
gathered through our engagement process helped
shine a light on the nuances of station placement and
community perceptions of bicycling. This valuable
community and fine-grained block level data is being
used to inform new station placement and build
awareness on the value of bicycling in Chicago.
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Educating and Engaging Stakeholders
The Village of Glen Ellyn sought to improve the
urban design, character, and traffic flow of its historic
downtown through the Central Business District
Streetscape Design and Utility Project. MUSE designed
a robust engagement strategy to ensure residents and
business owners were involved in the design process.
Our strategy included educating residents and business
owners on mobility and urban design to set the stage
for meaningful engagement in the design process.
We created five fun, graphic-rich zines to educate
stakeholders on mobility and urban design topics
relevant to the streetscape project.
MUSE proposed, designed, and led a walking tour of
project study area that got stakeholders on the same
page and gathered valuable data right from the start.
MUSE bought a URL and created a robust, mobile-friendly
website designed to convey information and invite feedback.
We created custom brand assets for the project to be used
by the project team and community partners. Creating a
robust suite of ready-to-use digital content helped us meet
people where they were and ensured we reached the widest
audience possible — helping bring folks to the table otherwise
left out of decisions about their communities.
MUSE distilled multiple past plans into digestible graphics,
making sure relevant ideas from previous plans were being
incorporated in the downtown streetscape design.
MUSE hosted a community open house and designed six
interactive stations, including hand-drawn sidewalk design
concepts for residents and business owners to respond.
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Digital Engagement
MUSE utilizes digital engagement to
reach constituents, participants and
to launch and promote client projects.
We ensure our tools are mobile-friendly,
with clear, concise communications to
encourage participation.
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hand-in-hand with
the neighborhood.
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streets. [Beverly] is
perfect for biking.”
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project intersecting climate impacts, housing, and equity in Evanston!
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MUSE
Vision Zero Plan
MUSE created the Vision Zero West Side Plan,
shaped by community voices on the West
Side, which is now guiding advocacy and
implementation in the area.
We worked with community members and the
City of Chicago's Department of Transportation
and advocated for broader awareness regarding
how streets need to be designed with all road
users in mind. Our goal was to educate and
empower residents to play a role in making
streets safer for everyone.
MUSE surveyed its network to build partnerships
and targeted well-established event series to tap
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DETAILS
Client
Village of Ford Heights
Business Line(s)
Planning + Design
Civil Engineering
Strategic Consulting
Scope of Services
Community Planning + Design
Community Outreach
Grant Writing
Municipal Engineering
GIS Services
CONTACT
www.anterogroup.com
info@anterogroup.com
312-772-5085
OVERVIEW
In October 2017, Ford Heights engaged Antero Group to lead a comprehensive
planning and community revitalization process and provide municipal engineering
services, This project resulted in the development of a project priorities list,
community engagement, and connecting Ford Heights to various regional officials.
The result has been increased development interest in the community, multiple
new grant-funded projects, and a clear list of community-led priorities.
OUTCOMES
Convened the Ford Heights Advisory Team consisting of local, regional, and
national stakeholders.
» Conducted a rapid assessment of existing challenges and opportunities;
developed a community geodatabase.
* Secured $360,00 in funding within the first six months of planning to
implement high priority capital improvement projects.
= Completed due diligence and compliance reporting.
= Managing ‘Envision Ford Heights’, a comprehensive community planning and
revitalization effort.
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DETAILS
Client
Village of Homer Glen
Business Line(s)
Planning + Design
Economic Development
Utilities + Infrastructure
Scope of Services
Comprehensive Plan
Housing Market Analysis
Retail Market Analysis
Transportation Analysis
Utilities + Infrastructure
Community Engagement
CONTACT
www.anterogroup.com
info@anterogroup.com
312-772-5085
PG 48 | CITY OF WEST CHICAGO
Antero Group
OVERVIEW
Antero Group provided three key areas of analysis and planning recommendations for the
Village of Homer Glen’s Comprehensive Plan Update that was prepared between 2019-
2020. Specific deliverables included: Housing Market Analysis; Retail Market Analysis; and
Infrastructure and Utilities analysis. Additionally, Antero provided sub-area analysis for
four major commercial corridors within the Village, including recommendations for land
use, zoning, and business attraction strategies.
OUTCOMES
= Land use and zoning
recommendations along major
commercial corridors, including
development alternatives analysis for
four sub-areas
= Business Retention and Expansion
(BRE) strategy, including a business
void and gaps analysis; business
surplus and leakages analysis; and
industry clustering analysis
= — Recommendations for a more
diversified housing stock and housing
lot sizes that meet market demands
= — Analysis of existing utilities,
infrastructure, and transportation,
including recommendations for a more
cost-effective strategy for prioritizing
infrastructure improvements

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Freight Master Plan
DETAILS
Client
St. Joseph County Office of Economic
Development
Business Line(s)
Economic Development
Scope of Services
Comparative Analysis
Strategic Consulting
Economic Analysis
Logistics Planning
Master Planning
CONTACT
Wwww.anterogroup.com
info@anterogroup.com
312-772-5085
OVERVIEW
South Bend International Airport (SBN) is a mid-sized international airport and the
third-largest airport in Indiana. The airport ranks 120th in the country in terms
of cargo capacity with 100 million pounds of cargo annually, On-site customs
clearance and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) capacilities provide SBN with access
to international markets. The large quantity of available land adjacent to the
airport combined with its numerous transportation advantages position SBN for
considerable near-term growth,
SUTEOM ES
Prepared land use strategies prioritizing different logistics, warehousing, and
air freight opportunities.
= Developed strategic recommendations aimed at increasing freight volumes
through improved customs clearance and FTZ strategies.
* — Established a market identity by developing an international business
attracting strategy focused on logistics and distribution.
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DETAILS OVERVIEW
Client Bedford Park engaged Antero Group to develop and test First/Last Mile solutions
Village of Bedford Park that improve access to jobs for residents, businesses, commuters, and visitors.
Bedford Park is a community of 580 residents and 600+ businesses. Over 8,000
Business Line(s) people flow into the Village on a typical workday, creating severe congestion and
Planning + Design safety challenges. This project, funded with a grant from Cook County, explores
Strategic Consulting innovative transportation solutions to connect businesses and visitors to transit
hubs utilizing a matrix of transportation tools, including: rideshare, multi-modal
Scope of Services options, and autonomous vehicles.
Mobility Study OUTCOMES
Action Plan
een ets « A first-of-it's-kind multi-modal
agen aye First/Last Mile Assessment Tool.
Transportation Analysis
* — Cook County's first mobility
Community Engagement
study and pilot program
focused on addressing first/last
commuting challenges in
an industrial area.
* ALast Mile Resource
Group consisting of local
stakeholders, business leaders,
regional agencies, and industry
representatives.
CONTACT
« Apilot program that tested
ici dita Public-Private Partnerships
info@anterogroup.com involving transit agencies
312-772-5085 and transportation network
companies (TNCs).
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Timeline

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MUSE
Timeline
Novernber
panne
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Phase I: Survey, Data Collection and Citizen Input
1,1 Staff Kickoff Meeting #7
1.2 Plan Commission Kickoff Meeting
1.3 Data Collection
1.4 Walking Tour
1.5 Community Conversations
1.6 Resident Survey
1.7 Business Owner Survey
1.8 Customized Website, Social Media and SMS Messaging
1.9 Stakeholder Interviews
1.10 Student Workshop
Phase Il; Understanding the Context
21 Summary of Past Plans and Reports
2.2 Land Use and Zoning Analysis
2.3 Transportation
2.4 _ Inclusive Economic Development
2.5 Housing
2.6 Community Services and Infrastructure
2.7 Public Health and Education
2.8 Parks and Natural Areas
2.9 Community Character
2.10 Existing Conditions Report
2.11 Staff Meeting #2: Review Existing Conditions Memo
2.12 Plan Commission Meeting #2
3.1 Small Group Visioning Workshops
3.2 _ Interactive Online Visioning
3.3 _ Interactive Visioning Pop Up
3.4 Staff Meeting #3
3.5 Plan Commission Meeting #3
Phase IV: Key Focus on Area Plans
4.1 Focus Areas Design Workshop with City Officials (Daytime)
4,2 Focus Areas Design Workshop with Public (Evening)
4.3 Focus Areas Draft Recommendations
4.4 — Staff Meeting #4
4,5 Plan Commission Meeting #4
Phase V: Draft Comprehensive Plan
5,1 Draft Comprehensive Plan
5.2 Staff Meeting #5
5.3 Plan Commission Meeting #5
Phase VI: Final Comprehensive Plan
6.1 Preparation of Final Plan Document
62 OpenHouse
63 Plan Commission
“64 City Council
6,5 Champions Workshop
6.6 PlanLaunch
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