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CITY OF WEST CHICAGO
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ITEM TITLE: AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
2025-2027 Strategic Priorities
FILE NUMBER:
COMMITTEE AGENDA DATE: N/A
COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: August 18, 2025
STAFF REVIEW: Kelley Chrisse, AICP, CEcD SIGNATURE
ITEM SUMMARY:
The City of West Chicago is focused on progress with purpose. At the August 13 Special City Coun-
cil meeting, there was consensus that adopting strategic priorities will help guide budget discussions
and resource allocation. Presented below are five strategic priorities that reflect a community-driven
approach grounded in collaboration, inclusivity, and long-term vision. Each builds on previously
adopted goals, policy frameworks, and capital investments, aligning the City’s long-term goals with
meaningful short-term action.
Revitalizing Downtown
We will lead the transformation of Downtown West Chicago into a dynamic, inclusive, and eco-
nomically vibrant district that reflects community pride and attracts investment.
Delivering Exceptional & Transparent Services
We will deliver high-quality, accessible, and accountable municipal services that reflect commu-
nity needs, build trust, and enhance operational efficiency through innovation and continuous
improvement.
Connecting the Community
We will foster connections between people, places, and opportunities—strengthening relation-
ships, expanding access, and building inclusive networks through both physical infrastructure
and collaborative partnerships.
Elevating Culture & Community Identity
We will celebrate West Chicago’s diversity, heritage, and creative spirit to strengthen our shared
identity and foster a vibrant cultural landscape that promotes belonging and civic pride.
Investing in Our Future
We will build a stronger, more resilient West Chicago by investing in infrastructure, economic
growth, and workforce development to ensure long-term prosperity for all.
The intention is for the City Council to adopt these priorities for the next two years, aligning with the
City’s election cycle. This timeframe allows measurable progress to be made while maintaining flexi-
bility for future Councils to respond to evolving needs. Once adopted, these priorities will provide a
framework for evaluating programs, initiatives, and capital investments—ensuring that funding deci-
sions are tied to shared goals and that both current and future Councils can build upon this founda-
tion.

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ACTIONS PROPOSED:
Discussion and concurrence on strategic priorities for the next two years.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
This item did not go to a Committee.