Reconnecting Neighborhoods in the News

Reconnecting Neighborhoods is building buzz in Chicago – check here for news stories and blog posts about the program.

03.27.2008

“New program reconnects neighborhoods to transit,” story by Claire Bushey in Chi-Town Daily News
The City of Chicago is trying to reverse a decades-old policy of isolating public housing with a new program to improve and expand public transportation in three neighborhoods near downtown. Read more »

03.20.2008

“Community retail needs begin to be met,” story by Marisol Rodriguez in Medill Reports
Housing redevelopment in Bronzeville/Mid South has been followed by initiatives for improved quality of life for the residents of this area, specifically in the realms of transportation, retail and amenities. Read more »

“Project to reconnect neighborhoods,” story by Hayley Graham in Chicago Journal

The Near West Side is among three neighborhoods being targeted in a recently launched redevelopment program called Reconnecting Neighborhoods. The project is an initiative led by the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development with support from the Regional Transportation Authority. Read more »