With extraordinary connections to rail and water, Riverdale is poised for industrial, commercial, and residential redevelopment. Using the new Lake Riverdale Implementation Plan as a guide, Mayor Deyon Dean will present information about available industrial, commercial, and residential redevelopment opportunities in Riverdale.

South Suburban College Economic Development Initiatives

George Dammer, President

The president of South Suburban College will present a video and highlights of their Rebound Program,  which is helping unemployed individuals become retrained and working again. In addition, he will discuss the college's role in various regional economic development programs.

South Suburban Transit Corridors

Ron Lanz, Landvision Inc.

The Chicago Southland Transit corridors are a vital asset to the region. With an extensive network of routes, relatively high frequencies of service, and lower commute times, the south suburban transit corridors provide employees with easy and affordable access to Chicago's downtown loop. They also provide the City of Chicago's residents and workforce with access to affordable and accessible housing alternatives while maintaining an exceptional quality of life. These positive attributes, combined with the accompanying quality-of-life benefits make the Southland Transit Region a great opportunity for the development community. Join us for a discussion about the transit assets of this metropolitan sub-region and find out how you can contribute toward and benefit from its potential. 

Calumet Stewardship Initiative in the Chicago Southland

Bike, Paddle,Walk and Bird the Significant Natural Areas of the Southland

  Eric Neagu, CSEDC Board Member

 Mark Bouman, Professor, Chicago State University

Laurel Ross, The Field Museum

 This group presentation will discuss the green assets and the  natural areas of the Chicago Southland contribute to quality economic development while better managing water throughout the region.   Eric Neagu, board member CSEDC; Professor Mark Bouman, Chicago State University; and Laurel Ross, The Field Museum, will be discussing on-going efforts, completed plans, and promote a Green Infrastructure Vision workshop.

Cost of Doing Business In Illinois

  Panel to be Announced

 A panel will discuss the recent state income tax increases an assess the impact on our work for business development in the Chicago Southland.  Please visit our cost of doing business web page and help us make it as useful as possible.  http://www2.chicagosouthlandedc.org/advantages/cost-of-doing-business-southern-cook-county-vs-lake-county-indiana/#Illinois & Indiana Business Tax Comparison