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TIME IS ALMOST UP TO REGISTER!
Join us December 4th for the 2025 Jingle & Mingle Holiday Dinner!
| | Additional Grant Opportunities and Resources | |
• Illinois Department of Transportation announced funding for 223 local projects totaling $400 million. Learn more about FY 2024 Local Project Funding.
• NOFO: Cook County Water Affordability Pilot Program for Municipal Water Utilities. Learn more.
• Find a list of DECO grant opportunities for the state of Illinois here.
• Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is accepting grant applications for green infrastructure projects, under the GIGO program. Learn more.
• Check out Will County's small business assistance resource page.
| | News from Community Partners | |
UIC & CCDPH Request Leader Participation in Healthy Work Study
CCDPH is partnering with the UIC School of Public Health’s Healthy Work Initiative to support efforts that enhance worker health and safety across suburban Cook County. UIC researchers are inviting municipal leaders to participate in a 45–60 minute virtual interview to discuss how “healthy work” is defined locally and what practices are currently in place or desired.
Findings will help shape recommendations to strengthen worker support throughout the region. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will remain confidential and included only in a summarized report shared with project partners and participants. If you have any questions or are interested in participating in this opportunity, email UIC SPH at p3rc@uic.edu.
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Regional Partners Gather for Government-to-Government Workshop for Flood Preparedness
On November 5, regional partners gathered at Hazel Crest Village Hall for a collaborative workshop focused on improving coordination around stormwater and flood response. The event was hosted by SSMMA, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
The session brought together municipal, county, and state representatives to share tools, discuss available agency support, and strengthen communication during flood planning and emergencies. Presentations highlighted MWRD stormwater partnership programs, state emergency response processes, community health and resilience, flood insurance guidance, and emergency management efforts from Cook County and the City of Chicago. Access the presentation workshop here.
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Fall in the Southland is here!
The Southland region is celebrating the season with a variety of fun events for all ages. From outdoor activities and seasonal festivals to family-friendly adventures and cultural experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Check out the full calendar of fall events and plan your perfect autumn day at the Visit Chicago Southland.
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Share Your Feedback: Rail Infill Study Survey Now Open
Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) is seeking public input for its Rail Infill Station Study, conducted in partnership with CDOT, CTA, and Metra.
The study will help identify and prioritize potential new rail stations and outline how these locations could support local communities and strengthen the regional transit network. Community feedback will guide the next steps of the project, which is scheduled for completion in 2026. The survey is open until December 31. Access the survey here.
| | Job Postings & Requests for Proposals | |
• SSMMA offers a list of local job opportunities and RFPs throughout the south suburban region directly on our website.
• Municipalities and organizations can send job openings and proposals here to be publicly posted.
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Cut-Off Date Quickly Approaching for 2026 Ford Interceptor Utility Police Pursuit Vehicles
As previously reported, Currie Motors has updated the price list and order form for the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (SPC) Ford Interceptor Utility Police Pursuit Vehicle (Contract #204). Please note that Ford anticipates an early order cut-off date for the 2026 vehicle, so order now to take advantage of production and timing to meet calendar year budget targets.
Once the 2027 model specifications are released, the SPC will apply for the final contract extension rollover with Ford that will be good through November 25, 2026. For questions or additional information, please contact staff or Currie Motors Commercial Accounts Manager Tom Sullivan, 815-464-9200 or tsullivan@curriemotors.com.
SPC Awards New Chevy Silverado PPV and Blazer PPV SSV Contracts
As previously reported, the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (SPC) Governing Board has awarded two new 2026 Chevrolet Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV) contracts to Currie Motors of Frankfort as follows:
*Silverado 1500 PPV (Contract #234) with all standard equipment - $46,856.00
*Blazer PPV Special Service Vehicle (SSV) (Contract #235) with all standard equipment - $44,880.00
The contracts run from October 29, 2025 through October 28, 2026. The SPC reserves the right to extend the contracts for up to (3) three additional one-year terms upon mutual agreement on a negotiated basis. For questions or additional information, please contact staff Currie Motors Commercial Accounts Manager Nic Cortellini, 815-464-9200 or ncortellini@curriemotors.com.
| Checkout the weekly briefing here. | For more information visit ssmma.org/spc or contact Melissa Doud. |
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