About
Region 1 Planning Council
Region 1 Planning Council (R1) is a government-to-government agency creating plans and devising long-range solutions that allow Northern Illinois to move forward as one region. R1 addresses concerns in transportation, economic development, sustainability, legislative policy, blight, and community health by bringing together leaders across a variety of municipalities and industries.
Together, we prioritize actions that make Northern Illinois a thriving region to live, work, and play.
Happening Now
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PRESS RELEASE: MPO Call for Projects (PDF)
10/15/2024
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PRESS RELEASE: WCCMHB Named Grantmaker of the Year - Honorable Mention (PDF)
10/15/2024
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Connection Point: October Newsletter (PDF)
10/15/2024
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PRESS RELEASE: Comment Period Open for HUD Removing Obstacles to Housing Grant (PDF)
10/15/2024
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PRESS RELEASE: Accelerator Award Funding Available from WCCMHB (PDF)
10/15/2024
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Connection Point: September Newsletter (PDF)
10/15/2024
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Connection Point: July/August Newsletter (PDF)
10/15/2024
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Connection Point: June Newsletter
6/12/2024
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News Release: Public Comment Period Open for FY2025 Transportation Improvement Program (PDF)
6/12/2024
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News Release: Public Feedback Requested for CAP/CEDS/MTP Goals and Strategies (PDF)
6/12/2024
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