Latest Census Numbers Show Equal Population Loss and Gain Across Region |
Recent data from the Census Bureau reports population numbers in the Southland increased in some communities while decreasing in others.
Census data for 48 south and southwestern communities with populations of 5,000 or more show that 24 towns gained population in the past decade while 24 others lost population, according to the recent data reported.
The Census Bureau has not yet released population figures for south suburban communities with population sizes of 5,000 or less. Those towns include Beecher, Burnham, Dixmoor, East Hazel Crest, Ford Heights, Olympia Fields, Peotone, Pheonix, Robbins, South Chicago Heights, and Thornton.
The total population of the 48 Southland communities was 921,277.
“We’re tracking numbers so we can see trends. We’ve been doing that all along, trying to see some of the dynamics within our communities so we can address them and help them recover and rebuild as we look to the future coming out of the pandemic," SSMMA Executive Director Kristi DeLaurentiis said.
Residents can find the latest population estimates for their communities on the U.S. Census website and by utilizing the resources below.
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SSMMA 2021 Annual Vendor Fair Member Appreciation Dinner
Please join us in person at SSMMA's Vendor Fair and Dinner Meeting on Thursday, September 16 at Glenwoodie Golf Club.
We will be following Governor Pritzker's current COVID guidelines for mask-wearing and other public health precautions at the time of event.
Please register online by Friday, September 3.
Upcoming Meetings and Events
Thursday, September 9 at 9:00am - Housing and Community Development Collaborative Meeting - Add to your calendar
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Recent Report Shows Significant Changes in the Property Tax Burden on South Cook Homes and Businesses |
A new report was issued on Thursday, August 19th from the Office of the Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough regarding the 2020 tax rates and their impact on homeowners, landlords, and businesses in south Cook County.
According to the Clerk's annual report, south suburban Cook homeowners can expect to pay an additional $263.81 in property taxes this year. The typical tax bill for south Cook increased 4.54% to $6,077 for a home
assessed with a fair market value of $190,500.
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas also released a property tax bill analysis of the property taxes charged to 1.8 million Cook County parcels.
Despite the tax rate increase for many suburban municipalities, the Clerk's report outlined that the average tax rates decreased by 11.23% in the south and west suburbs.
“It’s wonderful news that tax rates went down substantially. It is extremely important as we negotiate with new developers. As the tax rates come down it will make it more competitive," said Reggie Greenwood, Executive Director of the Chicago Southland Economic Development Corporation.
Read the full article here and related articles below:
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State and Local COVID-19 Information |
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• The Governor and Dr. Ezike also announce that all Illinois residents are required to wear masks for indoor public settings regardless of vaccination status, effective August 30th.
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Resources & Assistance
• ComEd is offering residents payment assistance options for their electric bills under the CARE program.
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SSMMA COVID-19 Dashboard
• The SSMMA COVID-19 Tracking Dashboard provides the latest information on vaccination plans, COVID-19 testing, and in-depth metrics and data for Cook and Will County.
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Community Vaccination Information |
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• Cook County is partnering with Prarie State College to host pop-up vaccination clinics from 12:00pm-4:30pm on August 30th, September 20th, and October 18th.
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News from our Community Partners |
• Safe Routes to Schools grant funding will open from August 16th until September 30th. The program funds projects that improve conditions for walking and biking within 2-miles of an elementary or middle school. There will be a webinar starting at 11:30am on September 8th to learn more about the project and for Q&As.
• The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) is now accepting applications for the Green Infrastructure Partnership Program until September 6th. Learn more.
• The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning have opened a portal for expression of interest for organizations and municipalities interested in receiving local planning assistance from the Homes for Changing Region program. The deadline for submission is September 17th. Learn more.
• The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is currently accepting applications for two funding opportunities: the Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) Program and the federal Land & Water Conservation Fund program. Applications are due by September 1st. Learn more.
• PCs for People is a local nonprofit organization in Oak Forest that helps to bridge the digital divide by making low-cost hardware and internet service available to individuals in need. They provide corporations, government entities, and other organizations with no-charge secure, industry-standard, data destruction and e-waste recycling services for “retired” computers and other electronics. Learn more.
• UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial-Harvey is asking for input from organizations and community members to understand the social, behavioral, and environmental factors that influence health in our community. The community health needs survey responses are due by September 30th.
• Take the Fair Transit South Cook Survey to share how you're currently using transit and how the pilot can best serve your needs. Fair Transit South Cook is a three-year pilot project that offers up to 50% reduced fares on the Metra Electric and Rock Island lines and enhances service on Pace Route 352 Halsted for residents of the south side of Chicago, south suburban Cook and north Will counties. Learn more.
• The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for $16.3 million in grant funding for projects that help lift communities out of poverty by providing transit services improvements in under-served communities. The Application deadline is August 30th. Learn more.
• ComEd will host informational sessions for Exelon's Summer 2022 College Internship Program. Engineering students should attend the info session offered on September 8th and non-engineering students can attend the September 9th session.
• The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau is hosting a blood drive on September 2nd from 1:00-6:00pm. Register here.
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SPC News
Ford Announces Factory Order Cut-Off Dates for 2022 F-250 & F-450 Super Duty Trucks
- The Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (SPC) has been advised of Ford Motor Company's announcement that November 12, 2021 is the factory order cut-off date for the 2022 F-250XL 4x2 Super Duty (Contract #178) and F 450 XL 4x2 Chassis Cab (Contract #181). Currie Motors is the SPC vendor for both contracts.
- For questions or additional information, please contact staff or Tom Sullivan, 815-464-9200 or tsullivan@curriemotors.com.
SPC Quadruples Purchasing Offerings with Sourcewell Program Expansion
- The Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (SPC) is thrilled to announce a massive expansion of our alliance with Sourcewell provides access to over one hundred and eighty new products and services through Sourcewell’s national cooperative purchasing program.
- Expansion of the Sourcewell/SPC partnership reinforces the SPC’s goal of combining the resources and purchasing power of member governments and not-for-profit entities to jointly negotiate advantageous contract terms on high-quality products and services at the lowest possible price. It kicks up economies of scale in terms of pricing and staff resource savings to the next level!
On Thursday, the SPC Governing Board unanimously approved the SPC/Sourcewell agreement, which runs through July 30, 2024, and initially includes 183 Sourcewell contracts.
- Through Sourcewell, the SPC now can offer our members access to a dynamic scope of programs, including products and services required for compliance with the Illinois Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act as well as electric vehicle charging stations and other equipment to support green initiatives.
Of particular interest to our members are a wide array of offerings, including, but not limited to:
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations & Supply Equipment
- Firefighting Apparatus, Trucks & Related Equipment
- Fleet Payment Solutions with Related Services
- Golf Carts and Utility Vehicles
- Grounds Maintenance Equipment, Attachments, Accessories & Related Services
- Heavy-Duty Vehicles and Chassis
- Public Safety Equipment, Supplies & Apparel
- Public Safety Video Surveillance Solutions with Related Equipment,
- Software & Accessories
- Snow & Ice Handling Equipment with Related Accessories, Services & Supplies
- Tax-Exempt Municipal Leasing
- Technology Solutions with Related Equipment & Accessories
- Wireless Voice & Data Services with Related Solutions, Equipment & Accessories
The additional Sourcewell/SPC contracts feature marquee manufacturers and
brands including:
- AT&T
- Axon Enterprises
- Bobcat
- Cargill
- CDW-G
- Deere and Company
- FirstNet Built with AT&T
- Grainger
- HP Inc.
- Johnson Controls
- Mack Trucks
- NAPA
- Navistar
- Panasonic
- Peterbilt Motors Company
- Siemens
- Steelcase
- Toro
- Tyco
- U.S. Armor
- U.S. Bank
Click here for more information about the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative.
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