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Honor the Heritage, Embrace the Future

We are excited to announce that the MPC Annual Event is back in-person this fall! On Wednesday, September 21st, we will honor our Champion Fighter awardees, Dr. Helene Gayle and The Chicago Community Trust. Learn more about this event, our honorees, and sponsorship opportunities below.

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Environment Committee Meeting of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus 7/19/22: Leading Healthy Communities - Move With the Mayor
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Brookfield on Foot: A Guided Walking Tour of Bicycle/Pedestrian Projects.

August 12, 2022, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CT

Brookfield, Illinois.

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Debate and discuss how we shape our urban environment

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For more than 85 years, the Metropolitan Planning Council (MPC) has partnered with communities, businesses, and governments to unleash the greatness of the Chicago region. We believe that every neighborhood has promise, every community should be heard, and every person can thrive. To tackle the toughest urban planning and development challenges, we create collaborations that change perceptions, conversations—and the status quo. Read more about our work »

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