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Meeting Nov 07, 2017 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD - 7:00 p.m.
Category 6. OLD BUSINESS
Subject 6.1 2nd reading of an ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE OFFICIAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF 2017
FOR THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT.
Type Action
Preferred Date Nov 07, 2017
Absolute Date Nov 07, 2017
Fiscal Impact No
Budgeted No
Budget Source NA
Recommended Action Approve the ordinance adopting the Official Comprehensive Plan of 2017 for the Village of
Mount Prospect.
Goals
Information
This is the 2nd reading for the Village of Mount Prospect's Comprehensive Plan. The 1st reading was at the October 17 Village Board
Meeting. The Planning and Zoning Commission also conducted a public hearing to review the Plan on September 28, 2017, and by a
vote of 5-0 recommended adoption of the Plan. A copy of the draft document was available for public review both online and at
Village Hall for 15 days prior to the public hearing. Details of proceedings and items presented during the September 28 Planning
and Zoning Commission hearing and the October 17 Village Board Meeting are included in the attached minutes.
A Comprehensive Plan guides planning and development policy and is generally updated every ten years. Regarded as a
community's primary planning document, a comprehensive plan describes goals and objectives for existing and future development,
and provides an implementation strategy for achieving the goals. The first Comprehensive Plan for the Village of Mount Prospect was
adopted in 1976. Subsequently, the Plan was updated in 1981, 1994, 1995, 1998 and 2007. These earlier plans included planning
recommendations for land use, transportation, and community facilities through an action -oriented implementation program. The
2017 update is titled "Envision Mount Prospect - Planning our Future Together" (Plan) and represents an extensive update to the
2007 Comprehensive Plan. As 2017 is the Village's centennial year, the Plan celebrates the Village's history, existing conditions, and
plans for its future.
The planning process for the Plan spanned over a year and included extensive review of existing conditions and a comprehensive
community engagement strategy to maximize community input. Engagement activities included the following:
a Steering Committee — Comprised of residents, business owners, and key stakeholders, the steering committee helped
guide the development of the Plan. They met on a regular basis, reviewed the analysis, goals, and strategies, and provided
feedback on the content of the Plan document.
a Project website- www.envisionmp.org was created to provide information on the planning process, public engagement
events, and opportunities for feedback.
a Surveys - A community survey was created to get feedback on key issues in the community. It was made available in
both English and Spanish, and received 460 responses. A separate survey was also created to help prioritize the
implementation strategies, and received 389 responses.
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• Public Events - The update was promoted and public feedback on issues and opportunities was solicited at public events,
including Bluesmobile Cruise Night, French Farmer's Market, Fall Festival, and the Halloween Meet and Treat events.
• Open Houses - Open houses were held at the Mount Prospect Public Library, Robert Frost Elementary School, River
Trails Middle School, and the Community Connections Center to encourage residents to participate.
• Visioning Workshop - A workshop was conducted to engage the Steering Committee and Village staff in the
development of the vision statement for the Plan. An analysis of the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats
(SWOT) was conducted to further inform the development of goals and strategies to achieve the vision for the Plan.
• Joint Meeting - An interim draft document of the Plan was presented at a public meeting with the Village Board,
Planning and Zoning Commission, and Steering Committee. This meeting was also attended by Village residents, and
included group feedback sessions on each of the guiding principles and goals for the Plan, as well as a Big Ideas Workshop
to note key opportunities in the Village.
Plan Summary
The Plan ties in closely with the vision and goals of the Village's Strategic Plan and is based on public input and best practices for
Sustainable Comprehensive Plans. The Plan aims at addressing key issues, opportunities, and trends today and in the future. The
Plan provides a vision statement, covers six (6) key topic areas that are relevant today, and includes a future land use plan and
detailed implementation program.
The Plan's vision statement is "Mount Prospect will be an exemplary, livable, resilient, and socially vibrant community in the region
that is timeless yet contemporary." The following guiding principles form the framework of the Plan and jointly aim at achieving the
vision statement:
Guiding Principle 1: A livable built environment
Ensure that the mix of land uses, density of buildings, transportation access, and infrastructure work together to meet the
needs of present and future generations while fostering a vibrant sense of place and contributing to the well-being of the
community.
Guiding Principle 2: Mobility through an accessible, integrated, and resilient transportation system
Ensure that the transportaion system is well connected, provides alternate modes of transportation, promotes an active
lifestyle, and is adaptable to the mobility needs of the community.
Guiding Principle 3: Providing for and protecting the needs of the community
Ensure that housing options, services, amenities, and resources are accessible and address the needs of all residents.
Guiding Principle 4: A community that improves the health, safety and welfare of its residents
Ensure that public health needs are recognized and addressed through equitable access to care, services, recreation, and
healthy foods.
Guiding Principle 5: Responsible use of our environment that promotes resilience
Ensure that the value of our natural resources is recognized; and efforts are made to preserve and promote their benefits to
the community to improve public health.
Guiding Principle 6: Economic vitality through support, innovation and collaboration
Ensure that the community's economy is able to thrive and adapt to changes in the market through innovation and building
on local and regional assets.
Part II of the Plan includes Chapters 1-8. Each chapter includes a "Centennial Factoid" that lists a historical fact and/or comment as
it relates to the content of the chapter. Chapters 1-6 cover each guiding principle listed above and includes a brief summary of what
it addresses and how it relates to the Village's Strategic Plan. It also includes goals, policies, and strategies that will support the
implementation of the vision for the community. Each of the policies has a marker that shows which strategy in the implementation
chapter helps address it. Chapter 7 describes the areas of future growth and opportunities in the Village, and includes the Future
Land Use Plan, which guides future development decisions. An action oriented Implementation Plan is included in Chapter 8, which
guides the Village departments to achieve the goals outlined in the Plan.
The Appendix includes a summary of the existing conditions analysis and community engagement, including the community survey
results. Community input received throughout the planning process is included in these summaries.
Alternatives
1. Approve the ordinance adopting the Official Comprehensive Plan of 2017 for the Village of Mount Prospect.
2. Action at discretion of Village Board.
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Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Village Board approve the ordinance adopting the Official Comprehensive Plan of 2017 for the Village of
Mount Prospect.
PZ -14-17 Comp Plan Update-Minutes.pdf (41 KB) Ordinance.pdf (18 KB)
Envision MP- VB DRAFT 10 04 2017.pdf (47,518 KB)
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. PZ -14-17
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
PETITIONER:
PUBLICATION DATE:
REQUEST:
MEMBERS PRESENT
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
INTERESTED PARTIES:
Hearing Date: September 28, 2017
50 S. Emerson Street
Village of Mount Prospect
September 13, 2017
Comprehensive Plan
Sharon Otteman
William Beattie
Norbert Mizwicki
Walter Szymczak
Joseph Donnelly, Chair
Thomas Fitzgerald
Agostino Filippone
Consuelo Arguilles-Deputy Director of Community
Development
Jason Shallcross-Development Review Planner
Malika Hainer- Long Range Planner
Village of Mount Prospect
Chairman Donnelly called the meeting to order at 7:31 pm. Commissioner Beattie made a motion
seconded by Commissioner Otteman to approve of the minutes from the Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting on August 24, 2017. The minutes were approved 4-0 with Commissioner Otteman
abstaining. Chairman Donnelly introduced case, PZ -14-17 as the Village of Mount Prospect
Comprehensive Plan Update. The case is Village Board final.
Malika Hainer gave a brief history recapping comprehensive planning in the Village of Mount Prospect.
She stated the Comprehensive Plan was last updated in 2007 and is usually updated every 10 years.
Ms. Hainer explained the Steering committee's involvement with the project and stated there were 460
responses from the Community Survey and about 389 responses for the Implementation Survey; she also
gave examples of how the Village got the word out to the community regarding the surveys through the
project website, open houses, and social media.
Ms. Hainer explained the existing conditions analysis which was categorized as the following:
• Who we are
• Where we live, work, learn & play
• How we get around
• Our community
Planning and Zoning Commission -September 28, 2017 PZ -14-17
Joseph Donnelly -Chair
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Ms. Hainer briefly explained the process on how the Comprehensive Plan was developed and updated to
identify and address the issues and opportunities in the community.
Ms. Hainer described that the plan addressed the following key topic areas:
• a livable built environment
• mobility through and accessible, integrated & resilient transportation system
• community needs
• health and safety of the community
• resiliency
• economic vitality
Ms. Hainer gave some information regarding the Future Land Use Map and explained the proposed new
land use categories.
Ms. Hainer briefly explained the implementation chapter of the Comprehensive Plan and how the Village
plans on addressing, prioritizing, and implementing the needs of the community brought forth through
this process.
Ms. Hainer opened the discussion to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Hearing no questions or
comments from the commission, Chairman Donnelly opened the discussion to the public.
Chairman Donnelly swore in Dawn Fletcher Collins 515 N. Prospect Manor Mount Prospect, Illinois.
Ms. Fletcher -Collins stated the unique involvement of the steering committee and congratulated the
Village on conducting a thoughtful and thorough analysis for the community.
Commissioner Beattie made a motion seconded by Commissioner Otteman to recommend the following
motion to Village Board:
"To adopt the Envision Mount Prospect, the 2017 Comprehensive Plan Update including the future Land
Use Map as presented September 28, 2017."
UPON ROLL CALL: AYES: Otteman, Beattie, Mizwicki, Szymczak, Donnelly
NAYS: None
The motion was approved 5-0 with a positive recommendation to Village Board.
Commissioner Beattie made a motion seconded by Commissioner Otteman and the meeting was
adjourned at 8:40 pm.
Jenna Moder
Administrative Assistant
Planning and Zoning Commission -September 28, 2017 PZ -14-17
Joseph Donnelly -Chair
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING ENVISION MOUNT PROSPECT
THE OFFICIAL 2017 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
FOR THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
PASSED AND APPROVED BY
THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
THE 17th DAY OF OCTOBER 2017
Published in pamphlet form by
authority of the corporate
authorities of the Village of
Mount Prospect, Illinois,
the 17th day of October 2017.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING ENVISION MOUNT PROSPECT, THE OFFICIAL
2017 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect
have determined a need exists to amend the Official Comprehensive Plan of the
Village of Mount Prospect from time to time; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect
did adopt the Official Comprehensive Plan for the Village of Mount Prospect on July
20, 1976, amending that Plan in its entirety on April 8, 1981, November 15, 1994;
and June 5, 2007; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect
have from time to time amended the Comprehensive Plan of 1994 pursuant to
Ordinance No. 4711 passed March 15, 1995 amending the Land Use Map;
Ordinance No. 4912 passed February 17, 1998 amending the Plan to include the
downtown strategic plan; and Ordinance No. 4929 passed May
5, 1998 amending the plan to include the Rand Road Corridor Study; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect
have determined that a need exists to amend the Official Comprehensive Plan of
2007, as amended, in its entirety; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to 65 ILCS 5/11-12-7, the Planning and Zoning Commission
of the Village of Mount Prospect held a Public Hearing on September 28, 2017
pursuant to legal notice being published in the Daily Herald on September 13,
2017, to consider the proposed amendment to the Official Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees have considered the proposed
amendment to the Official Comprehensive Plan of 2007 and have determined that
the best interests of the Village would be served by adopting the Official
Comprehensive Plan of 2017 for the Village of Mount Prospect (""Envision Mount
Prospect").
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE VILLAGE PRESIDENT AND
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK
COUNTY, ILLINOIS ACTING IN THE EXERCISE OF THEIR HOME RULE
POWERS:
SECTION ONE: The President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount
Prospect do hereby adopt the Official Comprehensive Plan of 2017 for the Village of
Mount Prospect ("Envision Mount Prospect"), a copy of said Official Comprehensive
Plan is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and hereby made a part hereof.
SECTION TWO: The Future Land Use Map in Chapter 7 of Envision Mount Prospect,
is declared the Official Map of the Village of Mount Prospect; and
SECTION THREE: All previously adopted ordinances related to prior versions of
comprehensive plans and approved official comprehensive plans are repealed, and
the Official Comprehensive Plan of 2017, attached hereto as Exhibit "A", supersedes
and takes the place of any official comprehensive plans attached to said repealed
ordinances; and
SECTION FOUR: The Village Clerk of the Village of Mount Prospect is hereby
authorized and directed to file a copy of the Official Comprehensive Plan of 2017
with the Cook County Recorder of Deeds, as provided by the Statutes of the State
of Illinois.
SECTION FIVE: The Village Clerk of the Village of Mount Prospect is hereby directed
to publish in pamphlet form, said Official Comprehensive Plan of 2017, pursuant to
the Statutes of the State of Illinois made and provided.
SECTION SIX: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage and approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by
law.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this 17th day of October, 2017.
Arlene A. Juracek
Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen Agoranos
Village Clerk
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acknowledgments
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Comprehensive
Plan update. The Village of Mount Prospect wants to extend
a special thanks to the following individuals who provided
invaluable input throughout the process.
Village Board
(current and former members)
Arlene A. Juracek, Mayor
Colleen E. Saccotelli, Trustee
Eleni Hatzis, Trustee
John Matuszak, Trustee
Michael A. Zadel, Trustee
Paul Wm. Hoefert, Trustee
Richard F. Rogers, Trustee
Steven Polit, Trustee
William A. Grossi, Trustee
Planning & Zoning Commission
Joseph P. Donnelly, Chairman
Agostino Filippone
Keith Youngquist
Norbert Mizwicki
Sharon Otteman
Thomas Fitzgerald
Walter Szym cza k
William Beattie
Steering Committee
Beth Jordan
Chad Busse, Co-chair
Cindy Adams
Dawn Fletcher Collins, Co-chair
Danny Chiao
Jay Patel
Maria Garstecki
Maria Romero
Michaele Skowron
Nancy Kim Phillips
Terry Gavin
Tom Zander
Village Staff
Village Manager's Office
Michael Cassady, Village Manager
Nellie Beckner, Assistant to the
Village Manager
Alexander Bertolucci, Admin. Analyst
Marianthi Thanopoulos, Public
Information Officer
Community Development
Bill Cooney, Director
Consuelo Arguilles, Deputy Director
M a l i ka Hainer, Long Range Planner
J a n et Sa ewe rt, Neighborhood Planner
Jason Shallcross, Dev, Review Planner
Carol Brobeck, Intern
Public Works
Sean Dorsey, Director
Jeff Wulbecker, Village Engineer
Police Department
Tim Janowick, Police Chief
Mike Eterno, Deputy Police Chief
Edward Szmergalski, Commander
Fire Department
Brian Lambel, Fire Chief
John Dolan, Deputy Fire Chief
Human Services Department
Julie Kane, Director
Victoria Bran, Deputy Director
Finance Department
David Erb, Director
Lynn J a rog, Deputy Director
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table of contents
executive summary
page 1
part I
community ideas
page 3
vision and guiding principles
page 7
part I I
chapter 1 - built environment
page 11
chapter 2 - mobility
page 25
chapter 3 - community
page 41
chapter 4 - health & safety
page 51
chapter 5 - resiliency
page 59
chapter 6 - economic vitality
page 67
chapter 7 - future growth & opportunities
page 73
chapter 8 - implementation
page 85
appendix
glossary
page a-2
a. existing conditions summary
page a-3
• who we are
• where we live, work, learn & play
• how we get around
• our community
b. community engagement summary
page a-65
glossary
ADT - Average Daily Traffic
Community amenities - May refer to desirable or useful features of any resource
(facility or service) provided or available in the community.
Co -working spaces - A shared environment used by different people to work
independently. Unlike in a typical office environment, those co -working
are usually not employed by the same organization. Typical users of
co -working spaces include work -at-home professionals, independent
contractors, frequent travelers or freelancers.
Community resources - Include the public library, community facilities like
school and park district facilities, senior centers, cultural centers, places
of worship, and other facilities that provide residents with a service or
amenity.
CMAP - Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
CMAP Region - CMAP's six county region of Cook, Lake, Kane, DuPage, McHenry
and Will County.
HOME - HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) is a type of United
States federal assistance provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) to provide decent and affordable housing,
particularly housing for low-income households.
NWSHC - Northwest Suburban Housing Collaborative, created in 2011 to help
Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Mount Prospect, Palatine, and Rolling
Meadows develop regional solutions to address short and long-term
housing needs.
Public transit - or public transportation includes the service provided by the
Pace buses, shuttles, vans, and Metra trains. It also includes transportation
provided by other service providers in the community.
Third Places - informal public spaces separate from the two primary environments
of home ("first place") and the office ("second place"). They can be defined
as any place one spends time other than work or home. The most common
third placed identified was the public library.
TOD - Transit Oriented Development
Traffic calming - The use of physical design and other measures to improve safety
for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.
Service providers - Includes non-profit and for-profit organizations that provide
a service in the community. Examples include park and school districts,
places of worship, hospitals, etc.
SWMP - Storm Water Management Program
Universal design - The design and composition of an environment so that it can
be accessed, understood, and used to the greatest extent possible by all
people regardless of their age, size, ability, or disability.
USGBC - U.S. Green Building Council
VMT - Vehicle Miles Traveled
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executive summary
Context for planning
A Comprehensive Plan guides planning and development policy in a
community and is generally updated every ten years. As a community's
primary planning document, it describes goals and objectives for existing
and future development, as well as outlines the steps necessary to achieve
these goals. The first Comprehensive Plan for Mount Prospect was adopted
in 1965, revised in 1981 and updated in 1984, 1988, 1992, 1994, 1998 and
2007. These earlier plans have included ongoing, short term, as well as
long term planning recommendations for land use, transportation, and
community facilities through an action -oriented implementation program.
Envision Mount Prospect - Planning our Future Together
The 2017 endeavor represents an update to the Village's Comprehensive
Plan (referred to as "the Plan"). With the intent of truly reflecting the
community's voice, the Plan was called Envision Mount Prospect -
Planning our Future Together, and included a comprehensive community
engagement process. The Plan ties in closely with the vision and goals of the
Village's Strategic Plan, and also aims at addressing issues, opportunities,
and trends in the community today and those anticipated in the future.
Six guiding principles form the framework of the Plan that jointly aim at
achieving the vision developed for the community. Each guiding principle
has a set of goals along with policies, strategies, and an action oriented
implementation plan to achieve the goals. This Plan also includes a Future
Growth and Opportunities Map and a Future Land Use Plan that provides
direction for where and how the community can accommodate growth
and change in the future. Together with the implementation plan, these
maps and the Future Land Use Plan will guide growth in the Village in
coordination with transportation and infrastructure decisions, and
community amenity and service needs. Envision Mount Prospect reflects
the Village's commitment to planning for its future on a continuing basis.
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Planning process
As comprehensive plans represent the voice of the community and are
also grounded in data trends, the year long planning process included: a
review of existing conditions in the community; feedback from residents
and stakeholders on key issues and opportunities; a workshop to envision
a desirable future for Mount Prospect; development of guiding principles,
goals, policies, and strategies to achieve the vision; a future land use
plan; and implementation plan. The key trends, issues, and opportunities,
identified through the existing conditions analysis and community
engagement process, as well as the Village's Strategic Plan contributed to
the development of the vision and goals for the comprehensive plan. The
key components of the planning process are included below:
Existing conditions analysis
• who we are - a snapshot of Mount Prospect's demographics
• where we live, work, learn & play - an analysis of key aspects of
community life
• how we get around - an analysis of transportation infrastructure &
services
• our community - a summary of the pattern of development, growth
and opportunities, facilities, infrastructure, and the many services that
Mount Prospect has to offer
Community engagement
Envision Mount Prospect included a comprehensive community
engagement strategy to maximize community input throughout the
planning process. A list of all the engagement activities are included below:
• Steering Committee - At the onset of the planning process, a steering
committee comprised of residents, business owners, and key
stakeholders was formed to help guide the development of the Plan.
They met on a regular basis, reviewed the analysis, goals, and strategies,
and provided feedback on the content of the Plan document.
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• Community Survey -Asurvey was
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issues in the community; it was IR ;00
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and Spanish; and received 460
responses. Assuming a sample
size of 20,290 households in
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a 95% level of confidence with a
confidence interval of 4.6.
• Informational Events -Throughout 2016, the update to the
Comprehensive Plan was promoted and public feedback on issues and
opportunities was solicited at public events and various open houses.
Public events included the Bluesmobile Cruise Night, French Farmer's
Market, Fall Festival, and the Halloween Meet and Treat events.
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• Open Houses - Open houses
were held at the Mount
Prospect Public Library, Robert
Frost Elementary School, River
Trails Middle School, and the
Community Connections Center
to encourage residents to fill
out the survey, receive input
on issues and opportunities in
the Village, and participate in
visioning exercises.
• Key person interviews - Meetings were conducted with key community
stakeholders and the Village Departments to summarize the existing
conditions and opportunities in the Village.
• Visioning Workshop -Aworkshop
was conducted to engage the
Steering Committee and Village
staff in the development of
the vision statement for the
Comprehensive Plan.
SWOT Analysis - An analysis of the Strengths, Weaknesses,
Opportunities, and Threats was conducted as part of the Visioning
Workshop to further inform the development of goals and strategies
to achieve the vision for the Plan.
• Joint Meeting - An interim
draft document of the Plan was
presented to the community at a
meeting with the Village Board,
Planning and Zoning Commission,
and Steering Committee. This
meeting was also attended by
Village residents, and included
group feedback sessions on each
of the guiding principles and
goals for the Plan, as well as a
Big Ideas Workshop to note key
opportunities in the Village.
• Implementation Survey - Select implementation strategies were
included in a survey that residents took to prioritize based on how
important they perceived the strategy to be. The results of the survey
are noted in the implementation plan (Chapter 8) as high, medium and
low priority for the different strategies.
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Components of the Plan
This Plan is organized into two parts and an Appendix. Part I includes a
summary of the key ideas and findings identified through the existing
conditions analysis and community engagement process. It also includes
the vision and six guiding principles developed for the Plan. The guiding
principles broadly cover six key topic areas that jointly aim at achieving the
vision for the community. The six topics areas are as follows:
• The built environment • Health and safety
• Mobility • Resiliency
• Community • Economic vitality
These topic areas are addressed individually in Part II of the Plan. Each
guiding principle is included in a separate chapter (Chapters 1 to 6) and
includes a brief summary of what it addresses and how it relates to the
Village's Strategic Plan. It also includes goals, policies, and strategies that
will support the implementation of the vision for the community. The
following graphic illustrates the framework for each chapter.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Represent a long-term aspiration to achieve the vision of
the community.
GOALS
Accompany the principle, and identify specific targets to
support the intent of the principle.
Policies
Provide direction as to how the vision established by the
guiding principles & goals will be carried out as part of a
daily decision-making process.
STRATEGIES
Recommended actions that support the implementation
of the plan.
Each chapter also includes a "Centennial Factoid", CENTENNIAL FACTDID
that lists a historical fact and/or comment as it
relates to the content of the chapter.
Chapter 7 describes the areas of future growth and opportunities
in the Village, and includes the Future Land Use Plan which guides
future development decisions in the community. An action oriented
Implementation Plan is included in Chapter 8 which guides the Village
departments to achieve the goals outlined in the Plan. The Appendix
includes a summary of the Existing Conditions and Community Engagement
that includes the community survey results. Community input received
throughout the planning process is included in these summaries.
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community ideas
A summary of the key ideas received through the different community
engagement activities are included below, while the results from the community
survey are included separately in the Appendix. The following word diagrams
represent the responses received from the public when asked about what they
liked best in Mount Prospect. Note that responses that came up more frequently
are displayed larger. The top things noted were community events, such as the
Bluesmobile Cruise Night and Farmer's Market, Mount Prospect Public Library,
schools and friendly people.
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when asked what they would like Mount Prospect to be in the future. The key
ideas included downtown as a destination, a safe environment for kids, and
leadership in sustainability.
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The key ideas from the Visioning Workshop are included on the following page,
along with results from the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats
(SWOT) analysis. The top ideas include a resilient, sustainable, fiscally prudent,
environmentally conscious community, socially vibrant and safe community
with sufficient housing options. The top strengths were the schools, public
services, and access to Metra, and the top weaknesses included the limited
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public transportation between the north and south, and the limited vacant
sites available for development. The top opportunities included annexations
of adjacent unincorporated property, redevelopment of downtown sites, and
growing diversity, while the threats identified included cutbacks to the state
and federal revenue, increase in taxes, and increased traffic.
The maps below indicate the areas of Mount Prospect identified as areas
of concerns and as opportunities sites. The map labeled "issues" identifies
intersections in the community that have concerns that need to be addressed.
The major intersections identified as having issues included the downtown
intersections of Main Street and Northwest Highway, Kensington/Rand/Elmhurst,
Central/Rand/Mount Prospect, and Golf and Busse. These intersections were
identified as areas of concern primarily due to traffic delays and difficulty in
pedestrian navigation.
The "opportunities" map identifies areas/locations for potential improvements,
development or other opportunities. A list of each of these issues and
opportunities is listed in the Appendix. The top opportunity site noted was the
downtown intersection of Main Street and Northwest Highway.
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vision & guiding principles
Based on input received from the visioning workshop and other community
engagement ac-avltles, the Village's Strategic Plan, and best practices for
Sustainable Comprehensive Plans, the following vision for the Village's
Comprehensive Plan was developed:
vision statement:
"Mount Prospect wll be an1*
exemplary, livable, resilient, and
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contemporary."
In order to achieve this vision and address all the issues and opportunities
identified in this planning process, a set of six guiding principles were also
developed as follows:
Guiding Principle 1: A livable built environment
Ensure that the mix of land uses, density of buildings, transportation
access, and infrastructure work together to meet the needs of present
and future generations while fostering a vibrant sense of place and
contributing to the well-being of the community.
Guiding Principle 2: Mobility through an accessible, integrated, and
resilient transportation system
Ensure that the transportation system is well connected, provides
alternate modes of transportation, promotes an active lifestyle, and is
adaptable to the mobility needs of the community.
Guiding Principle 3: Providing for and protecting the needs of the
community
Ensure that housing options, services, amenities, and resources are
accessible and address the needs of all residents.
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Guiding Principle 4: A community that improves the health, safety
and welfare of its residents
Ensure that public health needs are recognized and addressed through
equitable access to care, services, recreation, and healthy foods.
Guiding Principle 5: Responsible use of our environment that
promotes resilience
Ensure that the value of our natural resources is recognized; and efforts
are made to preserve and promote their benefits to the community to
improve public health.
Guiding Principle 6: Economic vitality through support, innovation
and collaboration
Ensure that the community's economy is able to thrive and adapt to
changes in the market through innovation and building on local and
regional assets.
The following chapters address each of the guiding principles, followed by
the Future Land Use and Implementation Plans.
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What a livable built environment means
A "livable" built environment is one that provides a diverse mix of uses
so that residents can live close to where they work, learn or shop. It
provides convenient access to community resources such as parks in the
neighborhood; encourages an active and healthy lifestyle by supporting
a walkable and bicycle friendly environment; and creates a desirable
sense of place through the character of the community. Given that Mount
Prospect has limited ability to increase its borders, growth in the future
will need to be accommodated within the community in areas that can
support change. By enhancing the livability of the built environment, a
high quality of life for residents can be supported, while also adapting to
the changing needs of the community.
Relation to the Village's Strategic Plan
THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECTS STRATEGIC PLAN FOR 2020
includes key objectives related to the built environment. These
include the following:
• improving access and walkability;
• balancing preservation, revitalization and growth,
• providing a mix of uses;
• strengthening the housing stock; and
• creating a unique and vibrant sense of place.
Encouraging future development and improvements in the Village to
support livability is consistent with goals in the Strategic Plan. For example,
improving access and walkability can be achieved by providing acomplete
and accessible sidewalk network and more public transportation options
for travel within the community. Encouraging infill development or
redevelopment of under utilized/vacant buildings provides opportunities
for revitalization and growth, while preserving existing neighborhoods in
the community. Providing a mix of uses and a variety of housing options
would give residents the choice of remaining in the community and aging
in place overtime.
As the Village looks towards the future, it is important to recognize how
the community has changed over time - both in terms of the physical
built environment and demographic trends. This will help to plan for the
future and ensure that the community continues to be desirable place to
live, work, learn, and play. Some of the key trends, issues, challenges and
opportunities that were identified by the community are included on the
following pages.
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Location and connectivity: Mount Prospect is well connected to
the Chicago region via major roadways and two Metra train lines. This
transportation network provides access to the community, but also
contributes to challenges in terms of traffic congestion, intersection safety,
and physical barriers. In addition, there are also gaps in the pedestrian
network and north -south public transportation connectivity in the Village.
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Demographics: The population of the community is both aging and
becoming more racially diverse. With great schools, the community is
attractive for households with children and was voted the Best Place to
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The graphic above provide a snapshot of Mount Prospect's aging population.
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The graphic above provide a snapshot of Mount Prospect's aging population.
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average age of women is 41.2 years. Over fifty percent (50%) of the population
is female.
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As per the American Community Survey for 2011-2015, seventy-four percent
(74°0) of the community's population identifies as white and twenty six percent
(2690) identifies as Asian, African American, two or more races, or some other
race. Additionally, sixteen (16°0) percent of the total population identifies as
Hispanic or Latino (includes residents of any race).
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Pattern of development: From a commuter town developed around
a train station to a suburban community with a diverse economic base,
Mount Prospect has responded well to market changes. The major
commercial and employment areas are along the arterial roadways,
downtown, the Kensington Business Center, and the industrial areas to
the south. The community today is almost fully built out with just a few
undeveloped parcels. Hence, future growth in the community will likely
be in the form of infill development and redevelopment of functionally
obsolete properties.
Sense of place: Opportunities exist to improve the aesthetic and functional
appeal of some corridors in the community. There are also opportunities
to improve access to community resources, such as parks and services in
the community.
The guiding principle and goals that follow will help the Village
achieve its vision of having a livable built environment that fosters
a vibrant sense of place.
Guiding Principle 1
A livable built environment
Ensure that the mix of land uses, density of buildings, transportation access, and infrastructure work
together to meet the needs of present and future generations while fostering a vibrant sense of place and
contributing to the well-being of the community.
Goal 1 Promote a sustainable mix of uses and densi-ties along major
corridors that encourage a healthy lifestyle, and promote the
community's amenities as local and regional destinations.
Policy 1.1 - Strive for a balanced mix of residential, commercial, industrial, educational, recreational
and other uses that encourage residents to live, work, shop, learn, and play in the community.
1.1.1. Support mixed-use redevelopment as a way of revitalizing centers,
corridors, and employment areas. Implementation Strategy 1-1
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1.1.2. Review and amend the zoning districts in the zoning code and map for
consistency with the future land use plan. Implementation Strategy
1-1
1.1.3. Review and amend the zoning map to allow for a horizontal and
vertical mix of land uses that are in balance with the surroundings.
Implementation Strategy 1-1
1.1.4. Encourage pedestrian and transit friendly developments.
Implementation Strategy 1-1
1.1.5. Continue to provide incentives to encourage development in the downtown
area and along major commercial corridors. Implementation
Strategies 1-11, 1-12
1.1.6. Continue and expand the marketing of existing destinations, festivals and
events in the community. Implementation Strategy 1-8
Policy l.2 -Support infill development and adaptive reuse or redevelopment of underutilized properties.
1.2.1. Identify underutilized sites and buildings in the community.
Implementation Strategies 1-17, 1-12
1.2.2. Provide Incentives forthe development of underutilized and infill sites, and
explore the feasibility of public-private partnerships. Implementation
Strategies 1-9, 1-11, 1-12, 1-17
1.2.3. Encourage the consolidation and assemblage of properties to improve
their development potential. Implementation Strategies 1-11, 1-12,
1-17
1.2.4. Continue to ensure that new developments are compatible with their
surroundings. Implementation Strategy 1-9
1.2.5. Encourage shared parking agreements where possible.
Implementation Strategy 1-1
Policy 1.3 - Encourage walkability through the built environment.
1.3.1. Continue to implement design standards for all downtown development
to provide a unified pedestrian environment and enhance the character
of downtown. Implementation Strategy 1-1
1.3.2. Continue to encourage design standards for all new and rehabbed retail
and employment areas to provide for the safety and accessibility of
pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users. Implementation Strategyies
1-1011-11
1.3.3. Review opportunities to illuminate sidewalks to provide a safe passage for
pedestrians to community amenities. Implementation Strategy 2-12
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Policy 1.4 -Encourage transit oriented developments that support a broad mix of higher density uses
while providing for pedestrian and bicycle connectivity and safety.
1.4.1. Support Transit Oriented Development in proximity of the Metra stations
and bus routes that encourages a mix of uses and housing types.
Implementation Strategy 1-10
1.4.2. Encourage transit supportive developments that accommodate pedestrian
and bicycle connectivity. Implementation Strategy 1-10
Policy 1.5 - Provide opportunities in the built environment to build community and a sense of place.
1.5.1. Encourage the development of outdoor areas that provide opportunities
for the community to gather like plazas, sidewalk cafes, and pop-up
parklets. Implementation Strategies 1-4, 3-8
1.5.2. Identify locations for community events in areas that are under served.
Implementation Strategy 1-4
Policy 1.6 -Support the continued revitalization of downtown and key commercial and industrial
corridors as community and regional destinations.
1.6.1. Support the development of key sites in the community as identified in
the Village's Strategic Plan. Implementation Strategy 1-12
1.6.2. Encourage the attraction and retention of businesses in the community
that build on and strengthen the mix of uses at the Kensington Business
Center, downtown, the commercial centers, and industrial areas.
Implementation Strategy 6-6, 6-7
1.6.3. Study the impact of the new full interchange at Elmhurst Road and 1-90
and capitalize on it. Implementation Strategy 1-3
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Goal 2 Support the continued growth of downtown, employment and
commercial centers, while also suppor-ting the up -keep and
redevelopment of older properties.
Policy 2.1 - Promote growth in existing commercial and employment centers.
2.1.1. Continue to market underdeveloped or vacant sites. Implementation
Ongoing, Strategies 1-12, 1-17, 6-13
2.1.2. Prioritize and market key sites for development throughout the
community. Implementation Strategies 1-17, 6-13
2.1.3. Support the reinvestment in older commercial and industrial buildings.
Implementation Strategies 1-17, 6-12
2.1.4. Continue to work with Mount Prospect Entrepreneurs Initiative (MPEI)
to host regular workshops that help small business owners improve and
promote their businesses. Implementation Strategy 6-5
2.1.5. Simplify the permitting process to support reinvestment opportunities.
Implementation Strategies 1-1, 6-1
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Goal 3 Support a variety of housing options and encourage
maintenance/ rehabilitation of older housing stock.
Much of the existing housing stock in the community was built prior to 1980 and is somewhat
functionally outdated by today's standards. Many of these homes have very small footprints, single
car garages, limited number of bedrooms, and are not conducive for younger families looking to
locate in the community. The Village continues to review its codes to ensure that they allow for and
encourage re -investment in its neighborhoods.
Policy 3.1 - Provide a variety of housing options to cater to the changing needs of the Village's
population.
3.1.1. Encourage the development of a range of housing types, sizes, prices and
densities based on the market demand. Implementation Strategies
1-171 1-221 3-9
3.1.2. Actively work with the private sector to promote the construction of
housing types that are missing or in short supply in the community.
Implementation Strategies 1-12, 3-9
3.1.3. Promote development opportunities in the Village for a full range of
housing for seniors. Implementation Strategies 1-22, 3-2, 3-14
3.1.4. Ensure that new housing is compatible with the character of the
surrounding neighborhoods. Implementation Strategy 1-9
Policy 3.2 - Encourage the maintenance of residential properties.
3.2.1. Review our codes and policies to identify and eliminate possible barriers
to reinvestment in older housing stock throughout the community.
Implementation Strategies 1-1, 1-9
3.2.2. Consider incentives to residents and builders/developers to encourage
tearing down obsolete homes and constructing new homes to increase
the value of our housing stock and add new customers for our downtown
and commercial corridors. Implementation Strategy 1-10
3.2.3. Provide information to multi -family property owners/managers about
available resources for improving energy efficiency, fair housing,
affordability, and property maintenance. Implementation Strategy
1-20
3.2.4. Continue to implement the Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED) Audit as part of the Village's Crime Free Housing Program.
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3.2.5. Provide information to homeowners and renters on existing energy
efficiency resources. Implementation Strategies 1-20, 5-17
3.2.6. Continue to support the Handyman Program for seniors and disabled
residents. Implementation Strategy 1-19
3.2.7. Actively enforce property maintenance regulations throughout the
community. Implementation Ongoing
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Policy 4.1 - Support the inter -governmental planning and coordination of land use, transportation
projects, parks, schools, and other community facilities.
4.1.1. Continue to cooperate with neighboring jurisdictions on issues and
initiatives of mutual interest, and periodically review and update
intergovernmental agreements that recognize the comprehensive plans
of each community. Implementation Strategies 1-21, 1-22
4.1.2. Continue to coordinate the activities of the Northwest Suburban Housing
Collaborative on housing issues. Implementation Strategy 1-22
Policy 4.2 - Continue to pursue annexations of unincorporated areas adjacent to the Village.
4.2.1. Continue to pursue the annexation of properties adjacent to the Village
to strengthen the tax base, provide more efficient services, and give the
Village greater control over long-term redevelopment opportunities.
Implementation Strategy 1-7
Goal5 Strengthen the unique identity and character ofthe community.
Policy 5.1 - Reinforce characteristics that are unique to Mount Prospect.
5.1.1. Implement design guidelines that reinforce existing and/or desirable
characteristics in the community. Implementation Strategies 1-9,
1-10,1.20
5.1.2. Install the gateway and signage plan for the Village to better fie in the
newly annexed properties with the older neighborhoods, downtown, and
business and commercial centers. Implementation Strategies 1-3, 1-6
5.1.3. Identify strategic locations for the integration of public art, historical
markers, and gateway features into public projects and establish a
dedicated funding mechanism for implementation. Implementation
Strategies 1-3, 1-6
5.1.4. Encourage and sponsor programs and volunteer efforts that promote the
beautification of the Village's publicand private realm. Implementation
Strategy 1-6
5.1.5. Promote the family friendly amenities in the community.
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Policy 5.2 -Educate the community about existing Village ordinances to maintain the character of the
Village.
5.2.1. Create Village newsletter articles and other informational campaigns to
educate residents and business owners about property maintenance,
signage, and other regulations that maintain the character of the
community. Implementation Strategy 1-18
Policy 5.3 -Further the code enforcement efforts to address deteriorated properties.
5.3.1. Continue to evaluate and implement best practices to encourage the
maintenance of buildings throughout the community. Implementation
Strategy 1-2
5.3.2. Evaluate options to recognize well-groomed and attractive properties to
encourage maintenance. Implementation Strategy 1-2
5.3.3. Evaluate options for the maintenance of parking lots and common areas of
individually owned apartment buildings that do not have a Home Owner's
Association to ensure maintenance and upkeep. Implementation
Strategy 1-2
5.3.4. Explore regulations that require continued investment by absentee
landlords. Implementation Ongoing
Policy 5.5 -Promote the Village's efforts to improve and maintain the character of the community.
5.6.1. Explore policies to regulate AirBNB and other room share services
to maintain the safety and welfare of the community's residents.
Implementation Strategy 1-16
5.6.2. Identify the locations for notable architecture or design at high visibility
intersections to help give identity and a sense of place to centers, corridors,
and neighborhoods. Implementation Strategy 1-12
5.6.3. Conduct a study to re-evaluate the locations of street furniture around
community amenities and downtown and make a plan to fund and provide
trash receptacles, benches, bike racks, etc. where they are needed.
Implementation Strategy 1-15
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Goal 6 Encourage walkability by providing convenient access to
community resources.
Policy 6.1 - Provide convenient access to community resources.
6.1.1. Promote a geographic distribution of service and recreation oriented uses
across the Village, and work with local Park Districts to identify and provide
facilities in under -served areas. Implementation Strategy 1-21
6.1.2. Evaluate pedestrian and bicycle access to local schools, parks, and other
community amenities and provide necessary improvements to improve
access. Implementation Strategy 2-15
6.1.3. Promote the use of joint -use agreements between service providers to
maximizethe use of existingfacilities in the community. Implementation
Strategy 1-21
Policy 6.2 - Support arts, entertainment, and cultural activities to attract residents and visitors of all
ages.
6.2.1. Continue to collaborate and support the organization of festivals, parades,
and special events with the Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Merchants
Association, and other community organizations. Implementation
Ongoing
6.2.2. Identify a location on the south side of the community that can be used
as a destination for community events. Implementation Strategy 1-4
Policy 6.3 -Provide Third Places throughout the community and access to spaces for public events.
6.3.1. Identify the locations for potential Third Places in the community within
a reasonable distance of residential neighborhoods. Implementation
Strategy 1-4
6.3.2. Promote community building events at Third Places in the community.
Implementation Strategy 1-4
6.3.3. Identify locations for having arts and cultural programs throughout the
Village. Implementation Strategy 1-4
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Goal 7 Ensure that all parts of the community are well served
by infrastructure, and support their maintenance and
enhancement to serve the future needs of the community.
Policy 7.1 -Provide, maintain and enhance the public infrastructure in the community.
7.1.1. Evaluate the water and sewer capacity needs in areas of growth as noted
on the Future Land Use Plan. Implementation Strategies 1-3, 1-5
7.1.2. Evaluate infrastructure improvements and future needs for all areas
recently annexed into Mount Prospect. Implementation Strategyies
1-3,11-5
7.1.3. Continue the maintenance of infrastructure to reduce long-term service
costs. Implementation Ongoing
7.1.4. Continue to monitor and improve the stormwater system to minimize
flooding throughout the Village. Implementation Ongoing
7.1.5. Continue to monitor all future plans for telecommunications facilities in
the Village. Implementation Strategy 1-13
7.1.6. Encourage the replacement of obsolete infrastructure and place
telecommunication and electric utilities underground where feasible.
Implementation Strategy 1-13
7.1.7. Continue to promote sustainable development practices in redevelopment
or new development of public facilities. Implementation Strategies
5-1, 5-2, 5-14, 5-23
7.1.8. Support the provision of WIFI service downtown and at all public facilities.
Implementation Strategy 1-14
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What the term "mobility" means
For the purpose of the Plan, "mobility" refers to the different
transportation services provided and modes of transportation available
in the community. Providing transportation options for people of all ages,
abilities and income levels is important to ensure that the transportation
system fulfills the needs of all residents. This can be achieved by ensuring
that the transportation network is accessible, safe, well-maintained, and
encourages an active and healthy lifestyle.
Relation to the Village's Strategic Plan
THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT'S STRATEGIC PLAN FOR 2020
calls for the following mobility related goals:
• providing a well maintained, sustainable roadway system;
• mitigating traffic congestion;
• making Mount Prospect a walkable, pedestrian friendly
community that is accessible for all; and
• coordinating with the County and State for transportation
improvements and funding mechanisms.
The Cook County Transportation Plan puts a greater focus on alternate
modes of transportation and outlines strategies to support it. These
strategies include: expedited bus service on arterial roads and expressways;
assisting local governments with the design of streets; giving transit
vehicles priority; implementation of complete street ordinances; adopting
bicycle/pedestrian planning programs; and providing support for ride
sharing, private shuttles besides the taxi industry, and transit agencies.
By providing a robust, efficient, and integrated transportation system
that includes all modes of transportation, Mount Prospect will be able
to accommodate future increases in traffic, reduce traffic congestion,
improve transportation mode choices, and encourage a healthier, more
active lifestyle.
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Mount Prospect is well situated in the northwest suburbs of Chicago
with access to roadways, rail, and airports in the region. Similarly to the
surrounding suburban communities, Mount Prospect is auto dependent.
Figure 2.2 indicates about 78% of the population drive to work. Only 6.6%
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The key issues and opportunities with respect to transportation in the
community are included below.
Transportation infrastructure:
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While the system of roadways and railway lines traversing the community
provide access to the region, they also contribute to traffic congestion at major
intersections, especially during peak hours. The Village resurfaces 5% of its 136
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mile road network annually, including replacing damaged sidewalk, curb, and
structures associated with underground utilities. Many roads owned by the
County and State continue to have gaps in their sidewalk networks.
In 2012, the Village completed a Bicycle Plan for the community with a vision to
create a safe, comfortable, and bicycle friendly environment in the community.
Key recommendations from the plan included a bikeway network of 30 miles of
on and off street facilities; bicycle friendly ordinances and policies; programming
to support biking; and an implementation plan. The map in Figure 2.5 shows the
system of on -street and off-street bike paths completed this far. It includes 16
miles of on -street bike routes in the Village and two miles of pavement markings
in the Kensington Business Park. Implementation of the Bicycle Plan also includes
the installation of approximately 350 signs throughout the Village. The map
below also shows the existing and proposed bike network based on this plan.
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Public transportation:
Mount Prospect has access to two Metra commuter train stations: one in
downtown Mount Prospect (Union Pacific Northwest line) and the other on Wolf
Road in Prospect Heights (North Central Service line). Opportunities exist to
complete the first mile and last mile of trips to encourage transit ridership. Pace
operates nine bus routes in Mount Prospect. It also provides para -transit services
within three-quarters of a mile of existing bus routes.
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In addition, Elk Grove Township and Wheeling Township provide transportation
services for seniors and those with a disability. However, these services have
limited hours during weekdays, do not provide service on the weekends, and are
limited in the locations the passengers can be taken to.
As part of the Mount Prospect Public Transportation Plan (2009), a detailed
service gap analysis was performed and noted the need for north -south bus
service. It also noted the need for better service to key destinations in and
around the Village and recommended route extensions, a new Call and Ride
service area for all passengers, and direct service to O'Hare International Airport.
This need for more efficient north -south public transportation connections was
also highlighted as an issue through community engagement for the Plan.
Looking towards the future
The Cook County 2040 Transportation Plan, completed in 2016, highlights
technological changes that have impacted transportation including: online
shopping that has resulted in fewer trips to stores and an increase in truck
deliveries; a growth in car sharing, ride sharing, and bike sharing; and a future
of driverless cars. It also calls for addressing transit deserts - areas with a high
demand for public transit but with limited access (i.e. access to transit over a
quarter mile away). All these factors impact travel choice in the community and
play an integral role in the efficiency of the transportation system.
Other factors that influence how people travel within the community include
convenience, accessibility, and cost. Providing convenient access to alternate
modes of transportation is one way to encourage people to walk, bike, or
take the train or a bus. Additionally, Mount Prospect has an aging population.
Ensuring that the pedestrian infrastructure in the community is accessible and in
good condition is important for safe travel. Thirty-five percent (35%) of occupied
housing units in Mount Prospect have only one vehicle. This means that other
householders would need to share or depend on other modes of transportation
for travel.
Typically, a household's largest expenditure after housing costs is transportation.
The Housing and Transportation (H+T°) Affordability Index by the Center for
Neighborhood Technology (CNT) provides a comprehensive view of affordability
that includes both the cost of housing and transportation at the neighborhood
level. Traditionally, housing affordability relates to housing being affordable if
total housing costs are no more than 30% of the household income. H+T Index
combines both housing and transportation costs and sets the benchmark at no
more than 45% of total household income. This gives a broader understanding
of location efficiency in the community. The adjacent map illustrates the areas
of the community that have a H+T index over 45% and the table below breaks
down the costs for different family types in Mount Prospect. Both the graphic
and table illustrate the cost burden of housing and transportation expenses on
typical households in that area. Providing alternate modes of transportation in
the community would improve transportation affordability.
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Source: Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT)
To address all the above transportation issues and opportunities in the Village, the
following guiding principle was developed to improve mobility in the community.
Guiding Principle 2
Mobility through an accessible, integrated, and resilient transportation
system
Ensure that the transportation system is well connected, provides alternate modes of transportation,
promotes an active lifestyle, and is adaptable to the mobility needs of the community.
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Goal 1 Provide an efficient, well-connected transportation system that improves access
to local ®ional destinations, neighborhood centers, and neighborhoods.
Mount Prospect is well connected to the region via road and rail. However, there is potential to improve
connectivity and safety by improving efficiency and decreasing congestion.
Policy 1.1 - Improve inter jurisdictional connectivity in the region.
1.1.1. Continue the coordination and collaboration among surrounding
municipalities, Cook County, CMAP, and state and federal agencies to
ensure the best connectivity along regional corridors in the Village;
prioritize inter -jurisdictional transportation improvements; and develop
coalitions to finance and implement needed improvements.
Implementation Strategy 1-21
1.1.2. Continue to participate in the Elgin O'Hare Western Access Local Advisory
Committee. 0 Implementation Ongoing
1.1.3. Evaluate public transit options to connect to O'Hare International Airport.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-23
1.1.4. Promote Mount Prospect's proximity to the Chicago Executive Airport
and O'Hare International Airport, while also promoting the hotels in the
community. `� Implementation Ongoing
Policy 1.2 - Provide a safe and efficient roadway system for all modes of transportation.
1.2.1. Continue to maintain and improve the roadway system for all modes of
travel. Q� Implementation Ongoing
1.2.2. Maintain existing sidewalks and ensure they are accessible at intersections.
04, Implementation Strategy 2-2
1.2.3. Continue the roadway resurfacing program. Q� Implementation Ongoing
1.2.4. Encourage the use of the Village website to allow residents to report any
service outages or improvements needed. Q� Implementation ongoing
1.2.5. Continue to address traffic issues such as speeding in the community.
Implementation Strategy 2-28
1.2.6. Ensure that roadways are appropriately lit for vehicles, bikes, and
pedestrians. Q� Implementation Strategies 1-3, 2-12
Policy 1.3 -Improve pedestrian and automobile traffic movements throughout the Village.
1.3.1. Continue to evaluate and take advantage of technological advancements
that enhance traffic signal operation and intersection efficiency.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-18
1.3.2. Study the feasibility of the jurisdictional transfer of County and State
roads. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-15
1.3.3. Improve intersection crossing safety for pedestrians. Q� Implementation
Strategies 2-7, 2-8, 2-14
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Policy 1.4 -Invest in new technology to enhance transportation efficiency and improve safety.
1.4.1. Implement recommendations from the traffic studies conducted by Public
Works to reduce congestion and improve the safety. � Implementation
Strategy 2-3
1.4.2. Continue to improve congestion management. Implementation
Strategy 2-3
Policy 1.5 - Improve the linkages between parks, schools, and regional destinations..
1.5.1. Consider adoption of a Complete Streets policy with strategies to create
and implement street improvement plans.Q�Implementation Strategy
2-13
Policy 1.6 - Improve transportation efficiency through access management planning and
implementation.
1.6.1. Identify the need for an Access Management Plan for downtown, major
corridors, and commercial areas to enhance the efficiency and safety of
the arterial street network and pedestrian access. Q� Implementation
Strategy 2-4
Policy 1.7 -Improve and expand transit service in the community.
1.7.1. Work with RTA to evaluate public transit service in the entire community
with a focus on improving north -south connectivity and service to
employment centers and downtown. {� Implementation Strategies 1-3,
2-10,.2-18
1.7.2. Evaluate existing bus stops to identify locations for future stops and
shelters. Q� Implementation Strategies 1-3, 2-20
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Goal 2 Integrate land use and transportation planning to enhance the overall quality
of life in the community.
The physical environment should be inviting to encourage people to use alternate modes of transportation
instead of driving alone. Some factors that discourage people from using transit include the distance to
convenient parking and limited pedestrian connections. Pedestrian facilities include sidewalks, bus shelters,
and benches along the route, street lighting to improve safety and signage to better direct pedestrians to their
destinations. Such improvements have already been implemented in the downtown area but can be improved
throughout the community. Additionally, when sidewalk connections exist to neighborhood community
resources like schools, parks, and basic service uses, people are encouraged to walk to them. It is important to
ensure that community resources are accessible for at least a half mile walking distance from the surrounding
neighborhood.
Policy 2.1 - Provide connected and accessible pedestrian facilities in the community.
2.1.1. Continue to provide pedestrian infrastructure such as sidewalks within a
mile radius of the train stations and a % mile radius of bus routes, and
around community amenities like schools, parks, and commercial centers.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-15
2.1.2. Identify sidewalk gaps and needs for pedestrian crossings.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-15
2.1.3. Pursue the provision of a pedestrian bridge across the train tracks to
connect Melas Park and Meadows Park. Implementation Strategy
2-21
Policy 2.2 - Improve access to the Metra stations.
2.2.1. Work with RTA to improve pedestrian access from the commuter parking
lots to the Metra stations. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-8
2.2.2. Promote partnerships to provide shuttle service from employment centers
to the Metra stations. � Implementation Strategy 2-1
2.2.3. Evaluate the need for more Metra commuter parking in the future.
Implementation Strategy 2-8
Policy 2.3 - Ensure that new and existing developments are served by a safe and convenient, multi-
modal, transportation system.
2.3.1. Develop street connectivity standards that improve safety and accessibility.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-16
2.3.2. Require traffic impact studies for new projects when appropriate to
identify and mitigate adverse impacts on the surrounding transportation
system. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-16
2.3.3. Evaluate pedestrian and bike access as part of the development review
process. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-16
Policy 2.4 - Preserve right-of-way for future connections and access.
2.4.1. Evaluate the future needs for right-of-way dedication for features like
drop-off areas, transit stations, pedestrian bridges, underpasses, turn
lanes, etc. Q� Implementation Strategies 2-8, 2-9, 2-11
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Goal 3 Provide a transportation system that offers safe, healthy, and reliable forms of
mobility for people of all ages, income levels, and abilities.
Mount Prospect has a diverse, aging population that includes people across different income levels and
household types. The public transit system (defined as the system of bus routes, train routes, van and other
shuttle services) does not serve all parts of the community equitably and is limited for people who have special
transportation needs. The policies and strategies below will help improve public transit access to residential
areas, employment and retail locations within the community, and provide services for all types of households
and incomes.
Policy 3.1 -Provide multi -modal facilities that are inviting.
3.1.1. Continue to implement the streetscape standards to enhance the safety
and comfort of roadways for all users. i3� Implementation Strategy 2-13
Policy 3.2 - Evaluate means to provide enhanced pedestrian and vehicular crossings along the rail
lines into the Village.
3.2.1. Work with Metra to evaluate crossing improvements across the Union
Pacific and North Central Railroads to improve pedestrian and vehicle
user safety. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-9
3.2.2. Evaluate the location for ride -share signage and drop-off on both sides of
the railway tracks downtown. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-8
3.2.3. Evaluate the feasibility of providing additional pedestrian crossings across
the downtown train tracks. ZZI Implementation Strategies 2-8, 2-9
Policy 3.3 - Provide forsafe bicycle travel within the Village through the development and improvement
of connected bicycle routes and facilities.
3.3.1. Work with IDOT and Cook County to ensure that bike and pedestrian
improvements consistent with the 2011 Bicycle Plan are included as part
of future roadway projects. � Implementation Strategies 2-9, 2-12
3.3.2. Continue to implement the recommendations from the Bicycle Plan.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-26
3.3.3. Provide bicycle parking and bicycle sharing opportunities at key locations
in the community to support bicycling as a viable means of active
transportation. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-22, 2-29
3.3.4. Continue the pilot studies to evaluate where street lighting is deficient and
improve it to provide a safe passage for bicyclists. Implementation
ongoing
3.3.5. Create materials to promote the bicycle network and educational
materials on sharing the road. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-25
3.3.6. Continue to Implement a signage plan for the bicycle network.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-26
3.3.7. Pursue grants to complete connections to the local and regional bicycle
network. � Implementation Strategy 2-12
3.3.8. Pursue provision of protected bike lanes serving schools and parks in the
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neighborhood. ^a Implementation Strategy 2-12
Policy 3.4 -Ensure that public transit serves all the major neighborhoods in the Village.
3.4.1. Pursue creating north -south public transit routes to employment centers
and Randhurst Village. � Implementation Strategies 1-3, 2-10
3.4.2. Coordinate with Pace to create a call and ride service area in Mount
Prospect that will provide a curb -to curb service for passengers.
Implementation Strategies 1-3, 2-10
Policy 3.5 -Provide flexible public transportation options in the community.
3.5.1. Pursue funding for programs to assist income eligible residents to use
public transit services. Q� Implementation Strategy 3-6
3.5.2. Promote transportation service options for seniors and those with limited
mobility in the community. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-17
Goal 4 Ensure the adaptability of the transportation system to address
the changing mobility needs of the community.
With electric cars and driverless cars on the horizon, the transportation network needs to be able to adapt to
changes in technology and user behavior. It is important to ensure that the community is able to anticipate
and accommodate future changes to continue to provide a safe passage for all users of the roadway, especially
pedestrians.
Policy 4.1 -Use pilot projects and emerging technologies to enhance mobility in the community.
4.1.1. Continue to implement projects to assist in traffic calming and improve
pedestrian safety. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-14
Policy 4.2 -Promote the use of electric vehicles.
4.2.1. Encourage the provision of electric charging stations for vehicles downtown
and in major commercial and employment areas. Implementation
Strategy 2-5
4.2.2. Evaluate the need for a green fleet vehicles to replace Village owned
vehicles. L� Implementation Strategy 2-27
Policy 4.3 -Plan for a future with driverless cars.
4.3.1. Study the potential impacts of driverless cars on the community
and make recommendations for necessary infrastructure upgrades.
OA., Implementation Ongoing
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Goal 5 Encourage walkability and active living by providing safe
options for walking, biking, and transit use.
Besides providing the means for alternate modes of transportation, it is equally important to promote and
provide incentives in order to make people aware of it and encourage them to use it. The policies and strategies
below address ways to encourage the community to use alternate modes of transportation.
Policy 5.1 -Encourage walking and biking to schools.
5.1.1. Continue to work with the school districts to evaluate organizing Safe
Routes to School Committees and encourage developing/updating
school travel plans to accommodate walking and biking to school.
Implementation Strategy 2-14
Policy 5.2 -Provide options to complete transit users' first and last mile connection gaps.
5.2.1. Identify and promote the use of ride -share and shuttle services/providers.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-17
5.2.2. Provide education on the use of new technology to request rideshare
services. Implementation Strategies 2-17, 2-25
Policy 5.3 -Promote the use of alternate modes of transportation to reduce congestion and improve
mobility.
5.3.1. Work with employers to encourage employees to use alternatives to
single -occupant vehicle trips by providing transit supportive benefits or
incentives. Such programs could include RTNs Transit Benefit Program,
car/van pools, preferential parking for hybrid/electric vehicles, carpools
and bikes, shower facilities for bicycle users, etc. QImplementation
Strategy 2-24
5.3.2. Work with local businesses and employers to implement Travel Demand
Management (TDM) strategies such as ride -sharing, staggered work
hours, alternative work schedules, and telecommuting for more efficient
use of transportation resources. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-24
5.3.3. Promote and accommodate rideshare and bikeshare options as alternate
modes of transportation. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-24
5.3.4. Promote biking in the community through education.
Implementation Strategy 2-25
Policy 5.4 -Encourage the use of transit service.
5.4.1. Continue to provide educational materials to promote transportation
safety. Q� Implementation Strategy 2-17.
5.4.2. Increase transit service usage by assisting Pace/RTA in the promotion
of educational and marketing materials on using public transit.
Q� Implementation Strategy 2-25
5.4.3. Investigate the feasibility of free bus service and dedicated routes along
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targeted corridors to encourage ridership, increase density, and support
to commercial activities and community events. Implementation
Strategy 2-1
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The population of Mount Prospect has become more ethnically diverse
over the years, a trend that is consistent both regionally and nationally.
The population has also become diverse economically, by household type,
and by age. This diversity has translated into changes in the physical built
environment and service needs of residents.
As the community continues to become more diverse, it will be important
to ensure that all residents have access to housing and transportation
options, recreational and educational resources, and the social, health
and human services they need to thrive and prosper.
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2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year
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ethnicities
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languages
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3°o Gujarati 57°o English
10°o Polish Spoken
14% Spanish Languages
Figure 3.5: Pie chart showing spoken languages in Mount Prospect.
Relation to the Village's Strategic Plan
THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT'S STRATEGIC PLAN FOR 2020
calls for ensuring a continuum of housing opportunities to
meet the evolving lifestyles of the community's residents,
creating a cultural climate, and honoring history, heritage
and diversity in the community.
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Goal 1 Ensure that there are a variety of housing options that meet
the needs of residents of all ages, abilities, & income levels.
The Housing section of the Community Profile report for the Plan
(Appendix A) identified a number of gaps and opportunities to
improve Mount Prospect's housing stock. They include a need for
more types of senior housing, to preserve affordable housing, to
provide a variety of housing types, as well as to rehabilitate and
maintain the older housing stock.
Housing affordability is defined as housing that costs no more than
30 percent of one's household income including utilities, insurance
and taxes. The Homes for a Changing Region Report for Mount
Prospect noted that 40% of renters and 35% of owners in Mount
Prospect are cost burdened. This was a 10% increase in the number
of cost burdened renters and a 13% increase for owners between
2000 and 2010.
It is important that there is a variety of affordable housing types to
meet the needs of residents in all age groups. When households are
able to comfortably afford their homes, they have more disposable
income to invest in the community.
Some of the older housing stock may be in need of maintenance
or improvements to suit household lifestyles today. Improvements
may also be needed to make homes accessible for older residents or
those with special needs. The policies and strategies that follow aim
to address these housing needs in the community.
Policy 1.1 -Ensure that there is a variety of housing options to
meet the needs of all households in the community.
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1.1.1. Encourage mixed-use developments and multifamily housing in
downtown. Implementation Strategy 1-1
1.1.2. Provide incentives for developments that include affordable housing
units. Implementation Strategy 3-9
Policy 1.2 -Encourage accessibility for residential units.
1.2.1. Support the maintenance and reinvestment in homes to expand
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accessibility through universal design, and provide the opportunity for
persons with disabilities or older adults to age in place. Implementation
Strategies 1-1, 3-2, 3-12
Policy 1.3 -Promote programs to ensure the availability of housing options for all income levels.
1.3.1. Promote educational programs for first time home buyers to
ensure successful transition and maintenance of home ownership.
Implementation Strategy 3-7
1.3.2. Work with local and regional nonprofit groups to help provide a range of
housing units that are affordable for each income level.OA,,lmplementation
Strategy 3-9, 3-12
1.3.3. Provide support and promote programs that assist people seeking housing
options within their income level. Implementation Strategy 3-7, 3-10
Policy 1.4 - Encourage housing stability.
1.4.1. Maintain partnerships with homeless prevention organizations and
shelters to help prevent homelessness, assist in the development of
transitional or short term housing, and provide stable long-term housing
for the homeless population. Implementation Strategy 3-15, 3-17
1.4.2. Evaluate options to provide outreach and counseling to residents who are
vulnerable to becoming homeless. CA�_ Implementation Strategy 3-17
Policy 1.5 -Support housing affordability for all household incomes in the Village.
1.5.1. Continue to implement housing rehabilitation programs for low and
moderate income households. Implementation Strategies 3-12, 3-14
1.5.2. Continue to promote the First Time Home Buyer's Program provided by
the Northwest Housing Partnership. Implementation Strategy 3-7
1.5.3. Update and adopt the Village's Consolidated Plan for Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) programming. Implementation
Strategy 3-12
1.5.4. Continue to attract sales tax producing businesses to reduce the Village's
reliance on property taxes. Implementation Strategy 3-10
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Goal 2 Provide residents in all parts of the Village access to community
resources.
Ensuring that community resources are well distributed in the community and are able to serve current and
future residents is key to ensuring that everyone has equitable access to them. Single family housing is the
predominant housing type in Mount Prospect and is distributed throughout the community. However, much
of the multi -family housing is concentrated in the southern portion of the community, which is also more
diverse in terms of income and ethnicity. The fact that Mount Prospect is served by 6 school districts and 5
park districts, adds an additional level of complexity in terms of equitable access to community resources
for all residents. The policies included below aim to achieve equitable access to community resources for all
residents, to better serve their needs, and to contribute to their quality of life. Improving pedestrian access to
community resources has the added benefit of improving the health of residents by encouraging a more active
lifestyle.
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U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
Policy 2.1 -Provide convenient access to open space and recreational facilities.
2.1.1. Continue to cooperate with all the park districts in Mount Prospectto ensure
that the recreational needs of residents are met. Implementation
Strategy 1-21
2.1.2. Work with service providers in the community to fill service gaps and
expand or adapt recreational services and offerings to engage under-
represented groups and changing populations such as teens, young
adults, working families, seniors, people with disabilities, and people of
different cultures. Implementation Strategies 1-21, 3-3, 4-14, 4-25
2.1.3. Ensure that all Mount Prospect households have access to recreational
opportunities within a 1/2 mile walking distance of their homes.
Implementation Strategy 1-21
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Policy 2.2 - Provide and promote accessibility to community resources.
2.2.1. Incorporate universal design features such as hard surface paths, ramps,
frequent benches, restrooms, and lighting to community resources that
improve the accessibility and usability for all users. Implementation
Strategy 1-3, 2-12
Policy 2.3 -Support the local park districts and school districts in their efforts to provide top rated
service to the community.
2.3.1. Support the school districts in their delivery of high quality educational
services. J$t Implementation Strategy 1-20
2.3.2. Support efforts by the local park districts to secure funds for the
purchase or lease of open space and easements for recreational use.
C%;k' Implementation Strategy 1-21
Figure 3.8: Moehling Park, Mount Prospect
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Goal 3 Ensure social, health, and human services are accessible to
and contribute to the well-being of all residents.
The Human Services Department and a number of public, private, and non-profit organizations offer a wide
range of health and social services to support the health and well-being of the community's residents. The
Community Connections Center was opened in 2007 on the south side of the community to provide residents
with easy access to social, medical, health, and other services. The Mount Prospect Public Library also
developed the South Branch Library alongside this Center, to provide needed library services to this area. As
the community grows and changes, the service needs of the population will also change based on their age,
ethnicities and income levels. Ensuring that the social service needs of residents are well served will be vital to
ensure their well-being and that of the community. The policies and strategies below aim to address some of
the anticipated service needs in the community.
Policy 3.1 - Promote health and human services programs that strengthen and support individuals,
families, and neighborhoods.
3.1.1. Focus resources on early intervention and prevention services and programs
to assist residents with varying levels of needs.�7 Implementation
Strategy 3-15
3.1.2. Provide resources for crisis response and a continuum of services to assist
residents in need. Q� Implementation Strategy 3-16
3.1.3. Continue to fund service providers with Community Development Block
Grants that broadens the scope of supportive services to residents.
Implementation Strategies 3-9, 3-12
3.1.4. Through the Northwest Suburban Housing Collaborative continue to
investigate the health/housing connection that has identified home
modifications asawaytoavoid hospital (re)admission.Implementation
Strategy 3-2
Policy 3.2 -Ensure facilities and services are accessible to all people needing assistance.
3.2.1. Continue support of the Community Connections Center to accommodate
its growing services and the needs of the community. Implementation
Strategy 3-5
3.2.2. Continue to coordinate among public, private, and nonprofit agencies
that provide health and human services in Mount Prospect to determine
more efficient and effective methods for delivering services to residents.
Implementation Strategies 2-1, 2-25, 4-15
Policy 3.3 -Encourage the establishment and promotion of affordable and flexible transportation
services for those with restricted mobility.
3.3.1. Work with transportation providers, and health and human service
providers to fund accessible and affordable transportation services for
people with specialized transportation needs. Implementation
Strategies 1-3, 2-10
3.3.2. Provide training/educational opportunities for the use of available
services. Q� Implementation Strategies 2-17, 2-25
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Goal 4 Preserve the historic resources in the community &
integrate art, culture, & learning opportuni-ties to make the
community a more vibrant place to live and work.
Providing opportunities for residents to engage in the community is one way to create a sense of place and
investment in the community. Mount Prospect already has a rich variety of community events. Continuing to
support and expand opportunities for residents to engage in the community will make it a more vibrant and
thriving place to live and work.
Policy 4.1- Support historical and cultural resources in the community.
4.1.1. Promote the preservation of historically significant buildings in the
community. Implementation Strategies 1-10, 3-4
4.1.2. Continue to support and improve partnerships with the Mount Prospect
Historical Society and other cultural organizations in the community.
Implementation Strategy 3-13
Policy 4.2 - Continue to support community service providers and their programs.
4.2.1. Continue to support the Library, park districts, and other community
organizations in their efforts to provide programs for community members
to experience arts and culture. Implementation Strategy 3-13
Policy 4.3 - Integrate art in public places.
4.3.1. Seek opportunities to incorporate art into public projects, such as
buildings, parks, recreation facilities, streetscape enhancements, and
other infrastructure improvements. Encourage the incorporation of art in
private development. Implementation Strategies 1-10, 3-11
4.3.2. Continue to organize community events (such as the painting
of fire hydrants during the centennial year) to engage residents.
Implementation Strategy 3-11
Policy 4.4 - Engage youth in the community.
4.4.1. Promote local initiatives, activities, and volunteer opportunities to engage
youth in the community. Implementation Strategies 3-1, 4-16, 3-8
Policy 4.5 -Promote lifelong learning.
4.5.1. Support the Mount Prospect Public Library and other educational
institutions that promote literacy programs and provide opportunities for
learning throughout all stages of life. Implementation Strategy 3-13
Policy 4.6 -Improve the availability of community information to potential future residents and
business owners.
4.6.1. Continue to provide information on school and park district boundaries
and facilities, daycare facilities, and other amenities in the community on
the Village's website. Implementation Strategy 1-20
4.6.2. Update the informational materials available for new residents and
business owners. Implementation Strategy 1-20
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Goal5 Promote the cultural diversity of residents.
Mount Prospect's growing multi-ethnic population provides opportunities to engage residents in different
ways to help foster a sense of place, as well as promote the diversity in the community.
Policy 5.1 - Promote the cultural diversity in the community.
5.1.1. Maintain an ongoing commitment and leadership role in promoting
an understanding of and appreciation for the cultural diversity of the
community. Implementation Strategy 3-3
5.1.2. Encourage and support cultural sensitivity, and the engagement of
diverse groups of residents to promote inclusion in the community.
Implementation Strategy 3-3, 4-13
Policy 5.2 - Citizen engagement- ensure that all residents have equitable access to resources and
opportunities to participate in the community.
5.2.1. Provide a welcoming environment and encourage aIIresidentstoparticipate
in the Village government by serving on boards and commissions. Strive
to achieve representation that is reflective of the population as a whole.
Implementation Strategy 3-3
5.2.2. Seek involvement of diverse groups in community events and Village
sponsored activities. Implementation Strategy 3-3
5.2.3. Evaluate ways to improve services for residents whose primary language
is not English. Implementation Strategy 3-3
5.2.4. Support the leadership development of residents of different cultures.
Q� Implementation Strategy 3-3
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The built environment has the
potential to improve the health of
residents and reduce the need for
major hospital trips by encouraging
an active lifestyle. The Human
Services Department provides
nursing and social services to
improve the health and well-being
of the community's residents, but
there is opportunity to expand
services to address other important
community health issues and
needs.
The Cook County Department
of Health recently completed a
Community Health Assessment
and Improvement Plan - WePlan
2020 that analyzed community
health data across the county
and developed priorities for
communities to address. The key
priority areas include: Health Equity,
Chronic Disease, and Behavioral
Health. The plan includes policy
recommendations to be included
in community comprehensive plans
and also provides ways to track
changes in the priority topic areas
over time.
WePlan 2020's key priority areas:
• Health Equity —Reduce
structural racism, a root cause
of health inequities, and
advocate for pro -equity policies
on economic development,
the built environment,
transportation, income and
wage disparities.
• Chronic Disease — Reduce
inequities and the burden of
chronic disease by cultivating
environments, healthcare
systems and a culture that
promote health.
• Behavioral Health —Support
and enhance the mental health
and well-being of all residents.
Improving
Community Health &
Health Equity for
Suburban Cook
County
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Relation to the Village's Strategic Plan
THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT'S STRATEGIC PLAN FOR 2020
supports "improvement and maintenance of systems for
public health and safety".
A healthy and safe community adds to the quality of life in
Mount Prospect and ensures that it continues to be a great
place to live in.
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Gu0 iding Principle 4
A community that improves the health, safety and welfare of its residents
Ensure that public health needs are recognized and addressed through equitable access to care, services,
recreation, and healthy foods.
(;oal 1 Support a healthy and active lifestyle for people of all ages.
Encouraging an active lifestyle and improving the built environment of the community can have a positive
impact on the health of the community. This can be achieved by ensuring that there is convenient access
to community recreational resources, and encouraging people to use them. The underlying principle is to
encourage people to walk for short trips instead of driving. The following policies and strategies are intended
to encourage residents to make healthy and active lifestyle choices.
Policy 1.1- Inform, educate, and encourage a healthy lifestyle.
1.1.1. Support and collaborate with local organizations, schools, faith
communities, businesses, and the medical community to promote a
healthy lifestyle that is accessible to all populations. � � Implementation
Strategy 4-7
1.1.2. Encourage residents to use the pedestrian environment to meet their
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daily needs. Implementation Strategy 2-25
Policy 1.2 - Promote healthy and active living.
1.2.1. Provide pedestrian access to trails, parks, open spaces, and other
recreational opportunities to encourage active living. Q� Implementation
Strategy 2-15
1.2.2. Support joint -use agreements of easements and facilities in the
community to improve access to recreational opportunities for residents.
l Implementation Strategy 1-21
Policy 1.3 - Monitor the community's health.
1.3.1. Support the objectives of Cook County Department of Public Health's
WePlan202O to improve health equity, reduce chronic disease, and
support and enhance behavioral health. trj Implementation Strategy
4-21
1.3.2. Monitor the changes in health indicators for Mount Prospect by the
metrics outlined in Cook County's WePLan202O. Implementation
Strategy 4-6
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Goal2 Support the creation and access to healthy food options.
Besides an active lifestyle, access to healthy foods is important to improve the community's health. While
Mount Prospect does not have any food deserts (defined as census tracts that have both low income and low
access to a large grocery store), improving healthy food access to community gardens can encourage residents
to include more fresh foods in their diet over packaged foods. Mount Prospect has a farmers market during the
warmer months that is well attended. The Human Services department also runs a Food Pantry. In addition,
fresh food donations from the Farmer's Market are made available for seniors and families in need in the
community at the Community Connections Center. The following policies will help expand the community's
access to healthy food choices.
Policy 2.1- Promote and provide access to healthy food options.
2.1.1. Support and partner with community organizations to educate residents
about healthy food options. Implementation Strategies 4-8, 4-13
2.1.2. Continue to support the schools, the Village's food pantry, and local health
and human services providers to address community nutrition needs and
expand access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate foods.
Implementation Strategies 3-13, 4-3
2.1.3. Support the distribution of locally produced groceries and food products
via a network of grocers and food retailers in the community, including
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the farmers markets, food pantry, and schools. Implementation
Strategy 4-18
2.1.4. Promote educational opportunities in the community that support healthy
eating habits, such as nutrition and cooking classes, including programs
for children.W4
Implementation Strategy 4-3
2.1.5. Support the location of farmers markets or farm stands in other locations
in the community as well as options to house them indoors during the
winter months. IrzImplementation Strategies 1-4, 4-4
2.1.6. Evaluate the feasibility of locating a grocery store in the downtown area.
Q� Implementation Strategy 4-4
Policy 2.2 - Support local food production.
2.2.1. Support existing community gardens and identify locations for new
community gardens and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA's).
C(,,
Implementation Strategy 4-5
2.2.2. Review amending the zoning code to support local food production and
green roofs. ci%:Implementation Strategy 1-1
2.2.3. Support efforts to educate school -aged children about local food
production by providing access to community gardens, bee keeping, etc.
i�� Implementation Strategy 4-19
2.2.4. Continue to support and expand the availability of organic produce at the
farmers market. 4 � Implementation Ongoing
2.2.5. Support the creation of a regional distribution network for local food.
Q� Implementation Strategy 4-18
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Goal 3 Provide efficient access to health and human services for all
residents.
Policy 3.1- Provide convenient access to community health services.
3.1.1. Work with local and regional health care and human service providers,
schools, and other partners on programs that increase awareness of
available services and educate residents on the importance of making
healthy choices.sc'rk
Implementation Strategies 4-8, 4-15
3.1.2. Continue to provide, expand, and promote the Village's nursing/
health programming to cater to the changing needs of the community.
Implementation Strategies 4-17, 4-23
3.1.3. Provide awareness and access to mental health services and counseling
for residents. l �� Implementation Strategies 4-9, 4-20
3.1.4. Increase opportunities for volunteering in the community to support the
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community's needs.Implementation Strategy 4-16
3.1.5. Provide transportation access to improve access to services in the
community. 44%,Implementation Strategy 2-1
Policy 3.2 -Encourage placement of service facilities in locations where itis convenient for residents
to access them.
3.2.1. Continue to provide and expand opportunities for the co -location of health
and human services with other uses. Implementation Strategies 4-14,
4-15.,4-25
3.2.2. Offer mobile clinics to improve access for all residents. } Implementation
Strategy 4-1
3.2.3. Explore the potential for inter -generational services in the community.
v Implementation Strategy 4-2
Goal 4 Continue to provide the highest quality public safety and
emergency services.
Mount Prospect's Fire and Police Departments are highly rated and provide exceptional services to the
community. The Fire Department is over a 100 years old and provides Fire and Emergency Medical Services. The
department also has a Fire Prevention Bureau and a Public Education Division that help reduce the community
fire risk through inspections, education, and other programs. While the emergency service calls have remained
relatively steady over the last five years, the emergency medical service calls have increased and currently
make up about 70 percent of the Department's calls.
As shown in figures 4.1 and 4.2, there has been a decrease in calls for service and crimes from 1998 to 2015.
The decrease can be attributed in part to the Crime Free Housing Program. Based on the results from the 2016
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Policy 4.1 - Continue to provide high quality police, fire, and emergency services to residents.
4.1.1. Continue to provide appropriate assistance, access to essential facilities,
promotion of public safety information, and adequate response times for
police, fire and medical emergencies. Implementation Strategy 4-10
4.1.2. Evaluate the need for improved services to the newly annexed areas.
Implementation Strategy 1-5
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4.1.3. Evaluate service improvements to better serve Mount Prospect's changing
population. Implementation Strategies 1-3, 3-3
4.1.4. Work with property owners and the police department to encourage CPTED
(Crime Prevention through Environmental Design) principles in the design
of streetscape, lighting, and landscaping on private property to eliminate
problem spots for vandalism and other crimes.Implementation
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4.1.5. Pursue a staffing allocation study to evaluate the service needs for the
com m u n ity.'f�kAl Implementation Ongiong
4.1.6. Based on the space needs analysis, determine the need for a new
or additional facilities in the community for police and fire services.
Q� Implementation Ongiong
4.1.7. Continue to pursue state and national accreditation for Fire, Police, and
Public Works Departments. Implementation Strategy 4-12
4.1.8. Prepare law enforcement and emergency responders for types of crime/
activities more prevalent today. Implementation Strategyies 3-3,
4-12, 4-24
4.1.9. Continue to explore new technology to improve public safety.
Implementation Strategies 4-10, 4-11, 4-15, 4-24
Policy 4.2 -Encourage community involvement to improve safety.
4.2.1. Encourage resident involvement through neighborhood watches, Citizen
Police, Fire Academies, and other grassroots efforts and expand these
programs as feasible. � Implementation Strategy 4-22
4.2.2. Continue law enforcement and fire safety events to engage residents.
Q� Implementation Strategy 4-22
4.2.3. Support volunteer programming designed to build community stewardship
and civic pride. Implementation Strategy 4-16
4.2.4. Continue to support the Crime Free Housing program to reduce crime
and improve the quality of life in neighborhoods. Implementation
Strategy 1-20
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The Village is committed to urban forestry and benefits from many tree -
lined streets. This is one of the residents' most beloved features in Mount
Prospect. The Village was named a 2015 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day
Foundation in honor of its commitment to urban forestry management,
marking the 31S1 time the Village has received Tree City USA recognition.
In 2013, the Village also completed an Urban Forestry Management Plan
to help guide the ongoing management of the thousands of trees growing
on Village parkways. The adjacent graphic from the plan quantifies the
value of all Mount Prospect's parkway trees as having a $2.9 million worth
of benefits annually. The wealth of tree canopies, school and park district
facilities, bike paths, trails, and private recreational facilities provide
residents access to recreational opportunities, as well as opportunities for
green infrastructure.
Value of parkway trees
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"Wetlands contribute to the national and local
economies by producing resources, enabling recreational activities, and
providing other benefits, such as pollution control and flood protection. While it
can be difficult to calculate the economic value provided by a single wetland, it
is possible to evaluate the range of services provided by all wetlands and assign
o dollar value. These amounts can be impressive. According to one assessment
of natural ecosystems, the dollar value of wetlands worldwide was estimated to
be .14.9 trillion." (Source: Costanza et al. 1997)
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"Wetlands contribute to the national and local
economies by producing resources, enabling recreational activities, and
providing other benefits, such as pollution control and flood protection. While it
can be difficult to calculate the economic value provided by a single wetland, it
is possible to evaluate the range of services provided by all wetlands and assign
o dollar value. These amounts can be impressive. According to one assessment
of natural ecosystems, the dollar value of wetlands worldwide was estimated to
be .14.9 trillion." (Source: Costanza et al. 1997)
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The Village is also fortunate to have convenient access to the Cook County
Forest Preserves located along the Des Plaines River. There are also a
few creeks and storm water detention areas in the community — some of
which have wetland designations. Wetlands are areas where water covers
or is present near the surface of the soil all year or for varying periods of
time during the year. They are important environmental resources in the
community.
Relation to the Village's Strategic Plan
THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT'S STRATEGIC PLAN FOR 2020
supports "a connected community", "reliable infrastructure",
"protection of vital community resources" and "private
property".
Environmental degradation over time, natural disasters and other
natural or man-made hazards have the potential to negatively impact
the community. Creating a safe community requires to not only focus
on prevention, but also on preparing for recovery and adaptation
in the face of risk. There is opportunity to improve the natural
environment by expanding and connecting the existing amenities
locally and to the region.
Guiding Principle 5
Responsible use of our environment that promotes resilience
Ensure that the value of our natural resources is recognized; and efforts are made to preserve and promote
their benefits to the community to improve public health.
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Goal 1 Protect and conserve Mount Prospect's natural resources and
environment.
The Village is committed to providing services in an environmentally conscious way. The Village's Energy Strategy
Plan sets forth goals and objectives for energy efficiency. The Public Works Department already provides a
number of services from recycling to rain barrels for water conservation. In addition to the existing programs,
the following strategies will help further protect and conserve the natural resources in the community.
Policy 1.1 -Actively pursue the preservation of Mount Prospect's areas of environmental significance
and create potential wildlife habitats.
1.1.1. Coordinate with neighboring jurisdictions to protect open space areas
including, but not limited to, wildlife habitats, wetlands, and water bodies;
work with water providers and surrounding communities to protect the
quality and integrity of Village's water supply, including surface waters.
Implementation Strategy 5-6
1.1.2. Support the creation of wildlife habitat and migration corridors within
Mount Prospect and incorporate techniques to mitigate development
impacts on wildlife and their habitat. Implementation Strategy 5-6
1.1.3. Encourage wetland preservation and minimize the development
impact on wetlands by requiring appropriate mitigation measures.
Implementation Strategy 1-1
1.1.4. Encourage the use of native plants in landscaping, as well as plants that
provide habitat, food, and other resources to wildlife. Implementation
Strategy 5-11
1.1.5. Promote the preservation of waterways and reduction in waterway
pollution. Implementation Strategies 5-11, 5-9
Policy 1.2 - Support and promote Mount Prospect's Tree City status.
1.2.1. Continue to preserve mature trees in the community. Implementation
Strategies 5-9, 5-11
1.2.2. Promote planting guidelines for native trees, plants, and prairie species in
the community. Implementation Strategy 5-11
1.2.3. Support volunteer programs that promote appreciation for Mount
Prospect's natural resources and trees, and create a sense of community
pride. Implementation Strategy 4-16
Policy 1.3 - Expand the Village's commitment to sustainability.
1.3.1. Partner with other service providers in the community to further common
sustainability goals and address environmental issues. Implementation
Strategies 5-7, 5-9
1.3.2. Strive to improve the air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by
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increasing compliance with all applicable pollution standards, promoting
efficient development patterns, and expanding multi -modal transportation
options. Implementation Strategies 1-1, 1-3, 2-9, 2-10, 5-7
1.3.3. Educate the community about the economic, social, and environmental
benefits of energy, water, and waste reduction. Implementation
Strategy 5-21
1.3.4. Consider a policy to use non-toxic, pesticide free options for maintaining
landscaping and encourage service providers in Mount Prospect including
the park districts and school districts to do the same. Implementation
Strategies 5-15, 5-11, 5-7
1.3.5. Consider adopting an anti-ilding policy for vehicles and promote awareness
through appropriate signage in the community. Implementation
Strategy 5-16
1.3.6. Develop and implement a Village Sustainability Education & Public
Outreach Program to encourage Village staff and the community to
invest time and resources in sustainability programs. Implementation
Strategy 5-12
1.3.7. Establish a Village Sustainability Committee to advise the Village Board on
all energy efficiency and conservation activities, educate the public, and
demonstrate leadership in sustainability. Implementation Strategy
5-8
1.3.8. Encourage the use of public transportation, bicycling, walking, and
other forms of travel to reduce the amount of vehicle miles traveled.
Implementation Strategies 1-3, 2-10, 2-12, 2-15, 2-17, 2-20, 2-24
Policy 1.4 - Promote sustainability best practices to conserve energy and water use in the community.
1.4.1. Promote the conservation and efficient use of energy by engaging
residents, businesses, and Village staff in developing and reaching energy
efficiency goals, and promoting the use of renewable energy sources in
both public buildings and operations, and in private development as well.
Implementation Strategies 1-1, 5-1, 5-8, 5-9, 5-17
1.4.2. Promote water conservation in both the public and private sectors.
Implementation Strategy 5-7
1.4.3. Conduct building energy audits for all Village facilities to identify and
evaluate energy efficiency opportunities. Implementation Strategy
5-1
1.4.4. Convert Village street lights to LED or other energy efficient street lighting.
Implementation Strategy 5-10
1.4.5. Support the Village's existing Home Weatherization Program to improve
energy efficiency in homes and reduce energy costs for Village residents.
Implementation Strategy 5-20, 5-17
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1.4.6. Continue to provide information to homeowners and renters on existing
energy efficiency resources/programs. Implementation Strategy 5-1,
5-20
1.4.7. Install building Energy Management Systems at major Village facilities
to proactively manage and optimize energy usage. Implementation
Strategy 5-1, 5-2
1.4.8. Adopt sustainable zoning and building codes, such as Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design (LEED) to encourage sustainable building
practices. Implementation Strategy 5-23
1.4.9. Promote the implementation of renewable energy options at all public
facilities. Implementation Strategies 5-1, 5-14
Policy 1.5 - Promote the reduction of solid waste in the community.
1.5.1. Through education, programs and initiatives, reduce the amount of solid
waste produced in the community especially waste that is disposed of in
a landfill. Implementation Strategies 5-4, 5-24
1.5.2. Encourage the innovative reuse of green waste* and promote composting
and mulching. Implementation Strategy 5-13, 5-24
1.5.3. Consider adoption of policies to reduce plastic bag usage in the community.
Implementation Strategy 5-7, 5-23
1.5.4. Promote the usage of recyclable materials and expanded recycling and
waste reduction programs at all Village facilities. Implementation
Strategy 5-24
Policy 1.6 -Aim to reduce the long-term costs of development by implementing sustainable best
practices.
1.6.1. Encourage sustainable site design principles for stormwater management,
tree preservation, reductions in impermeable surfaces, greater energy
efficiency, etc. through regulatory incentives. Implementation
Strategy 5-24
1.6.2. Promote free and low cost services that encourage efficiency and
conservation like energy audits, incentives for efficiency improvements,
and water saving improvements. Implementation Strategy 5-24
*green waste - also called agricultural waste is biodegradable waste that can be composed of garden or park waste, such
as grass or flower cuttings and hedge trimmings, as well as domestic and commercial food waste. 'Green' identifies it as
high in nitrogen.
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Goal 2 Expand on the role of recreational facilities, parks, and trails
to promote community health.
Natural resources in the community can also support the health of residents by expanding their access to
recreational opportunities.
Policy 2.1 - Promote access to recreational opportunities.
2.1.1. Consider partnering with other agencies, conservation organizations,
and landowners to provide open space and conservation easements in
accordance with the Mount Prospect Bicycle Plan. Implementation
Strategy 1-21
2.1.2. Promote volunteer opportunities to provide environmental education
opportunities for residents that foster a land stewardship ethic and a
sense of place. Implementation Strategy 4-16
Goal 3 Connect the Village's parks, open space, greenways, &
waterways to the regional green infrastructure network.
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) GO TO 2040 Regional Plan defines green Infrastructure
in two ways:
Regional green infrastructure- 'an interconnected network of open space that provide ecological and
societal benefits. Green infrastructure can provide a range of ecosystem functions, including stormwater
management, recreation, water filtration, carbon sequestration, habitat provision, and air purification.'
Site -scale green infrastructure- 'that which encompasses a suite of techniques that use vegetation, soils, and
natural processes to mimic natural hydrology. Site-specific green infrastructure practices, such as bioswales
and rain gardens, can serve as effective supplements or alternatives to traditional "gray infrastructure,"
such as sewer pipes, wastewater treatment plants, and other engineered systems.'
CMAP also recommends that like other forms of infrastructure, green infrastructure would need to be managed,
restored, and expanded. The regional plan for green infrastructure provides an opportunity for Mount Prospect
to identify and create a green infrastructure network in the community and connect it to the region.
Policy 3.1 - Promote the creation of a green infrastructure network.
3.2.1. Encourage the linking of greenways, parks, and recreational facilities
in neighborhoods, Village wide and to the region. Implementation
Strategy 5-6
3.2.2. Enhance existing and future greenways to accommodate multiple
functions, including stormwater management, water treatment,
groundwater infiltration, wildlife habitat or corridors, and passive
recreation. Implementation Strategy 5-6, 5-11
3.2.3. Promote access to the recreational resources in the community and
surrounding areas. Implementation Strategy 5-11
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Goal 4 Prepare for and mitigate the impacts of natural disasters and
hazards in the community.
Policy 4.1- Minimize the risks to property, infrastructure, and lives due to natural disasters.
4.1.1. Ensure the effective completion of Levee 37 to reduce flooding along the
Des Plaines River. Implementation Strategy 5-3
4.1.2. Support the clean-up and stabilization of Higgins Creek to prevent
flooding on adjacent properties. Evaluate locations throughout the Village
that require stream bank stabilization. Implementation Ongoing and
Strategy 5-18
4.1.3. Protect natural water retention and drainage where possible and
ensure development does not have an adverse impact on flood control.
Implementation Ongoing
Policy 4.2 - Ensure that the community is prepared to recover from natural disasters and hazards.
4.2.1. Continue to ensure that residents, first -responders, service providers, and
Village government are prepared to efficiently respond to and recover
from natural and man-made disasters and other unexpected events.
Implementation Strategies 1-13, 4-24, 4-25, 5-22
4.2.2. Improve public awareness of the safe shelters, informational kiosks,
emergency preparedness and response procedures in the community.
Implementation Strategy 4-23, 5-19
4.2.3. Promote strong partnerships with other governments and regional
organizations to ensure that Mount Prospect is prepared to respond
to natural and man made disasters and other unexpected events.
Implementation Strategies 4-23, 5-22
Policy 4.3 - Facilitate the proper use and disposal of hazardous materials.
4.3.1. Minimize the exposure of the community to hazardous materials or
other chemicals generally recognized to be harmful to human health.
Implementation Strategy 5-5
4.3.2. Evaluate the opportunities to collect household hazardous waste in the
community. Implementation Strategy 5-5
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Business Friendly Community
The ViIlagecontinuestofocus on providing an environment that is conducive
for businesses to succeed and thrive. From streamlining permitting and
licensing processes to providing incentives to attract desired businesses,
the Village is positioned to meet the needs of its business community.
Coupled with its proximate location to regional highways and O'Hare
International Airport, the Village is ideally positioned for continued
economic growth.
The Village benefits from a strong relationship with the Chamber of
Commerce and the Downtown Merchants Association. The Village
works with these agencies to offer programs and services to the business
community and to respond to issues raised by local businesses. Both
agencies are supported by their membership who volunteer their time to
ensure that the needs of the business community are met and that the
Village maintains a business friendly environment.
The Village created the Economic Development Commission to encourage
and facilitate economic growth. The Commission consists of local business
people and their primary function has been to conduct business visits to
ensure that the Village maintains open lines of communication with its
business community. The Commission also reviews various incentive
requests and makes recommendations to the Village Board.
The Village offers several incentives and resources aimed at attracting and
retaining businesses in the community. Available incentives include the
Fagade and Interior Buildout Program, Tax Increment Financing District,
Business District, Class 6b incentives, and more. The Village also markets
development opportunities and available properties on its website and
offers programs to encourage business start-ups such as the Mount
Prospect Entrepreneurs Initiative (MPEI) and Experience Mount Prospect.
MPEI is a partnership between the Village, the Mount Prospect Public
Library, and the Mount Prospect Chamber of Commerce. MPEI was started
in 2013 as the Entrepreneur's Cafe to help fill vacancies in downtown
Mount Prospect by reaching out to aspiring entrepreneurs to encourage
them to take the "first step" in starting a business. This program offers
dozens of events annually on topics varying from business marketing/
social media to succession planning. The target audience has broadened
to include all types of business owners — both aspiring and established.
MPEI was honored with a bronze award for Entrepreneurship programs
from the International Economic Development Council in 2016.
Experience Mount Prospect is an online tool
that includes a website, calendar, and news on
business in the community. It gives a glimpse of I X p 1: P I E N C E
what's going on and highlights local businesses 1111 u N T P P OS P E T
and community events. The Village also produces
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a TV show called Dish'n Out Mount Prospect that features
unique restaurants and eateries located throughout the s 9
Village. It promotes these food establishments by taking
viewers virtually to the small out-of-the-way establishments Ill
that offer diverse cuisines.
Annexation Efforts: The Village recently completed the annexation
of nearly 200 acres of unincorporated properties located at the south
portion of the community. These properties are primarily industrial
or commercial and are located along the Algonquin Road, Busse Road,
and Oakton Street corridors. These annexations increased the Village's
equalized assessed value (EAV) by over $50 million and welcomed
several sales tax producing businesses to the community. The recent
annexations also included two residential developments, Lynn Court and
Birch Manor Condominiums, adding approximately 500 new residents to
the community. These annexations benefit the Village by adding to its
tax base and providing greater control over long-term redevelopment of
these areas. The Village continues to analyze the benefits of annexing the
remaining unincorporated properties that are adjacent to its borders.
Relation to the Village's Strategic Plan
THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT'S STRATEGIC PLAN FOR
2020 has a big focus on the business community. It aims at
"strengthening the local economy", "supporting innovation,
entrepreneurialism, and small businesses", and creating a
"vibrant downtown and commercial areas".
Guiding Princir:,a
Economic vitality through support, innovation and collaboration
Ensure that the community's economy is able to thrive and adapt to changes in the market through
innovation and building on local and regional assets.
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Goal1 Continue to be a business friendly community.
Policy 1.1- Foster a business friendly environment.
1.1.1. Simplify the development process through development review team and
pre -submittal meetings. Q� Implementation Strategies 6-3, 1-10
1.1.2. Provide resource guides in print and on the Village website.
Implementation Strategy 6-1
1.1.3. Continuetopromote resourcesavailabletobusinesses.Q�lmplementation
Strategy 6-1
1.1.4. Continue business visitation efforts to ensure open dialogue with the
business community.Q�Implementation Strategy 6-4
1.1.5. Provide on-line access to business licenses, building permits, and
inspection requests.Q�Implementation Strategies 6-1, 1-1, 6-3
Goal2 Support and integrate businesses in the community.
Policy 2.1- Encourage the business community to be invested in the community.
2.1.1. Support the Mount Prospect Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown
Merchants Association, Special Events Commission, Lions Club,
Jaycees, and other organizations that organize community wide events.
Q� Implementation Strategy 6-4
2.1.2. Partner with local businesses to support community events.
Q� Implementation Strategy 3-13
2.1.3. Collaborate with the private sector and other housing providers to meet
the housing needs of employees. � Implementation Strategy 1-20
2.1.4. Encourage employers to provide internships, training programs,
and mentoring programs for students and adults in the community.
Q� Implementation Strategy 6-8
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Goal3 Strengthen the identity and mix of uses in the community.
Policy 3.1 -Continue to attract new businesses to locate in the community.
3.1.1. Actively market development opportunities and for sale and lease
properties throughout the community at tradeshows and online.
Q� Implementation Strategies 6-1, 6-2, 6-6, 6-15, 1-12.
3.1.2. Encourage shopping center owners to invest in their centers so that they
remain updated and competitive. Implementation Strategies 6-11,
6-14,,6-6
3.1.3. Further the MPEI to support small business start-ups. �lmplementation
Strategies 6-7, 6-9, 6-6, 6-16
3.1.4. Strategically utilize incentives to attract targeted businesses and
developments. Q� Implementation Strategies 6-6, 6-12, 6-13
Policy 3.2 -Continue to expand the sales tax base in the community.
3.2.1. Support local businesses in the community to improve their sales.
Q� Implementation Strategies 6-10, 1-6, 1-8
3.2.2. Utilize the Facade and Interior Build Out Program to retain and attract
sales tax producing retailers. � Implementation Strategy 6-14
Goal 4 Promote businesses in the community &provide opportunities
for collaboration, innovation, & entrepreneurism.
Policy 4.1 - Promote existing businesses in the community.
4.1.1. Support local businesses through programs like ribbon cutting ceremonies,
banner programs, annual awards program, and marketing and promotion
assistance. Q� Implementation Strategies 6-6, 6-7, 6-9
4.1.2. Offer special events and other programs to attract customers to the
downtown district. Q� Implementation Strategy 3-13
4.1.3. Promote existing businesses and events in the community through the
Experience Mount Prospect program and Dish'n Out Mount Prospect.
OA, Implementation Strategies 6-7, 6-9, 6-16
Policy 4.2 -Retain existing businesses.
4.2.1. Expand Economic Development Commission's business visitation efforts
to focus on recently annexed businesses. Implementation Strategies
6-516-6
4.2.2. Streamline the permitting process to encourage the expansion of existing
businesses in the community. Q� Implementation Strategies 6-3, 1-10
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4.2.3. Serve as a clearinghouse for collecting and disseminating information
about funding sources and assistance available to businesses.
t4"'N Implementation Strategies 6-1, 6-9, 6-12, 6-13, 6-14, 6-15
Policy 4.3 - Support the needs of the business community.
4.3.1. Continue to partner with the Mount Prospect Chamber of Commerce,
the Downtown Merchants Association, and Mount Prospect Public
Library to provide resources which support the needs of local businesses.
Q� Implementation Strategy 6-16
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This chapter aims to achieve a vision for future growth in the community
through the built environment. Together with the strategies in the
Implementation Chapter, the Future Growth and Opportunities Map
and the Future Land Use (FLU) Plan provide direction for where and how
the community can accommodate growth and change in the future. The
Future Growth and Opportunities Map provides the framework for the
key improvement recommendations that address the top opportunities
and challenges identified through the community engagement process.
The FLU Plan consists of the land use category descriptions and
accompanying Future Land Use Map. The map takes into account existing
land uses and provides a guide for future growth over the next 15-20 years
in coordination with transportation and infrastructure decisions, and
community amenity and service needs. The map includes the municipal
service area of the Village of Mount Prospect and adjacent unincorporated
Cook County parcels - within the 1.5 mile planning area of the Village.
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Future Growth and Opportunities Map
LOCATION OF FUTURE GROWTH AREAS (in addition to existing office, commercial and industiral uses):
Potential Neighborhood Centers- Areas with opportunities to provide a mix of retail, restaurants, daycare,
professional, service, or other commercial uses, as well as high density residential uses.
Downtown area- Opportunities include providing pedestrian bridges across the Metra tracks, adding a splash
pad, designating a farm stand or food truck location, location for community art and/or a theater, and a place
to hold community/neighborhood events within the downtown.
KEY OPPORTUNITIES (All the locations on the map are "potential" locations and are based on input received from the community
engagement process.):
Public transportation connections- Corridors along which public transportation could be expanded to
improve access within the Village.
■ m Trail connections- Corridors which could provide pedestrian and bicycle access to nearby green spaces
and/or regional trails.
Bike Routes- Bicycle trail connections within the Village to surrounding regional connections.
Pedestrian & corridor improvements- Corridors where pedestrian infrastructure improvements are
needed to improve safety.
Intersection crossing improvements- Intersections identified where crossing improvements are needed
to increase safety for pedestrians.
Community garden- Locations identified for community gardens to grow food.
Third place opportunity- Locations identified for community gathering spaces, beyond the home and
place of employment.
� Community/neighborhood events- Alternate locations for community events other than Downtown.
� Farm Stand or Food Truck location- Locations to improve access to fresh produce or food trucks.
Pedestrian Bridge- Locations for pedestrian bridges to improve safety.
� Future Parks- Locations of future parks, including current parks to be preserved and opportunity for more
dog friendly parks.
SIE Potential Gateway Signage- Locations for future signage to orient and welcome people to the Village.
i,-: Art/theater- Locations for community art spaces and/our performance theater.
Wayfi ndi ng/Di rectory Signage- Areas where directional signage could
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Future Land Use Plan
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The Future Land Use Plan establishes long-term targets for development
in the Village, which are consistent with the community's vision for the
future. It is specific enough to guide day-to-day development decisions,
infrastructure improvements, and public and private investment, yet
flexible enough to allow for modification and continuous refinement.
The Future Land Use Plan contains four primary use types:
1. Residential uses;
2. Business and light industrial uses;
3. Commercial, industrial, and mixed-use developments; and
4. Community facilities, parks, and open space.
Each of the land use categories under these four primary use types are
consistent with previous Village plans and ordinances, with a few new
categories that create flexibility to accommodate growth in the community.
Together, the Future Growth and Opportunities Map and the FLU Plan
ensure that Mount Prospect is an exemplary, livable, resilient, and socially
vibrant community in the region.
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Land Use Categories
1.RESIDENTIAL USES
Mount Prospect is predominantly a residential suburban community. The Future Land Use Plan aims at
strengthening the existing residential areas while also making way for new residential developments compatible
with the surrounding neighborhood.
Single Family Use
Primary uses: Single-family
detached and attached
residential uses, and townhome
developments with densities as
defined in the zoning ordinance.
Secondary uses: Compatible
uses such as parks, recreational
facilities, community gardens,
schools, places of worship, and
other community amenities.
Primary uses: Multi -family
developments including senior
housing with appropriate densities
as defined in the zoning ordinance.
Secondary uses: Townhomes
and compatible uses such as
parks, recreational facilities,
community gardens, schools,
places of worship, and
convenience commercial/service
uses that serve larger multi -family
developments such as gyms and
dry cleaners.
Key characteristics:
Provides low density single-family neighborhoods that are well served by
community amenities like parks and recreational facilities, and have a connected
sidewalk network, bike and trail connections and other infrastructure that
promotes walkability. Townhome developments are encouraged to provide
a transition of uses and densities between single family neighborhoods and
higher density areas such as multi -family developments and commercial uses.
Developments are sufficiently screened and buffered from other uses, of high
quality, and compatible to the surroundings.
Example of a single family home
Key characteristics:
Provides low to high density multi -family
developments including apartment buildings
and condominium complexes. Developments
are compatible with surrounding uses, provide
a transition between low density residential and
non-residential uses, and are sufficiently screened
and buffered. The site and streetscape design of
the developments enhance the character of the
neighborhood, and support walkability and access
to recreation and community amenities. They
may also include service uses such as gyms, dry
cleaners, and coffee shops, to support the high
density residential uses.
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2. BUSINESS AND LIGHT INDUSTRIAL USES
This land use category defines the character of business office and light industrial uses in the Village. It builds
on and promotes the existing character of the Kensington Business Center, while also supporting a walkable
and vibrant pedestrian environment in these areas. The walkable environment is intended to support an active
lifestyle for employees, while the mix of secondary uses is intended to improve access to services and amenities
that foster a sense of place.
Primary uses: Corporate
office, research, light industrial,
manufacturing, and warehousing
uses that do not create an
appreciable nuisance or hazard.
Secondary uses: Entertainment
and recreational uses, health
services, training facilities,
civic uses, food and beverage
establishments, community
amenities, as well as plazas,
squares, and recreational trails.
Business park in Mount Prospect
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Key characteristics:
• Promotes a diverse mix of uses to meet the changing needs of existing
businesses, entrepreneurs, and future employment opportunities, including
co -working spaces.
• Provides for the adaptive reuse of older industrial buildings and sites.
• Encourages an active lifestyle for employees by providing a mix of recreational
facilities within the area.
• Promotes larger sites to accommodate large-scale employment facilities.
• Encourages large sites to incorporate pedestrian amenities, plazas and
landscape features that improve the support the pedestrian environment.
• Buildings face the street frontage, are consistent with the quality and
character of the area, and aim to achieve green building performance
standards. Sites should include sustainability best practices for stormwater
management, native plantings, and site design.
• Includes streetscape that encourages walkability, is accessible for all users,
and provides safe connections through parking lots, to adjacent uses, bus
stops, trails and recreational resources in the area.
• Provides drop-off/pick-up areas for ride -share services, electric vehicle
charging stations, car or van pool parking, car share parking, bicycle share
parking, and bicycle infrastructure.
• Vehicular site access is well-defined and convenient while minimizing the
impact on traffic congestion.
• Provides adequate buffering of loading areas and transitions in building scale
between uses and to adjacent residential neighborhoods.
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3.COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, AND MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENTS
Mount Prospect benefits from a wide variety of commercial and industrial uses. Neighborhood shopping centers
include business offices, and convenience and service retail that fulfill the daily commercial needs of residents.
Corridor commercial centers serve both local and regional commercial needs. Besides the many business/light
industrial uses in the Village, there are a number of heavy industrial and manufacturing uses as well. The land use
categories in this section help further define the character of these different existing uses, while accommodating
change and growth in the future, and preserving the residential character of the neighborhoods.
"Although commercial strips are not going to disappear anytime soon, it's becoming increasingly
clear that this form of retail is for the last century," says Ed McMahon, senior resident fellow at the
Urban Land Institute. "The future belongs to town centers, main streets and mixed use development."
(Source- Planning Magazine, April 2016 'Flipping the Strip' by Randall Arendt)
Corridor Commercial
Primary uses: Large format retail, Corridor commercial uses include developments on predominantly large sites
restaurants, and other commercial with large scale multi -tenant or stand alone type commercial uses that may
uses, including all auto oriented also have outlots, and auto -oriented commercial uses such as gas stations or
uses. drive-through establishments. These areas may also accommodate high density
residential uses in certain circumstances.
Secondary uses: Medical,
entertainment, hotel, and office
uses, high-density residential, as
well as plazas, squares, parks, and
other gathering spaces.
Randhurst Village in Mount Prospect
Key characteristics:
• Provides a mix of uses that serve the needs of residents, as well as attracts
visitors from the region.
• Encourages infill and redevelopment opportunities to provide a broader mix
of uses. Also encourages lot consolidation as needed to provide development -
ready sites.
• Encourages walkability through well -integrated pedestrian infrastructure that
is accessible for all users and provides safe connections through parking lots
and to adjacent uses.
• Accommodates the use of alternate modes of transportation. This
includes ensuring that sites have the ability to be readily served by public
transportation for uses along or proximate to public transit routes, drop-off/
pick-up areas for ride -share services, electric vehicle charging stations, and
bicycle infrastructure.
• Typically located in high visibility areas along major corridors, vehicular site
access should be well-defined and convenient, minimizing the impact on
surrounding roadways. The buildings should face the street frontage, be
consistent with the quality and character of the area, and aim to achieve
green building performance standards.
• Encourages appropriate screening of buildings, parking areas and driveways
with landscaping when abutting existing residential neighborhoods and also
provides a transition in massing and height of the buildings.
• Minimizes impervious surfaces via site design, and includes best practices for
stormwater management, native plantings, and site sustainability.
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Neighborhood Center
Primary uses: A mix of
business offices, small-scale
retail, restaurants, d ayca res,
professional, service, and other
commercial uses.
Secondary uses: Townhomes
and low to medium density
residential uses, senior housing,
health services, community
amenities, as well as plazas,
squares, pocket parks, and other
community gathering spaces.
Example of a neighborhood center with a splash pad
(October 4t", 2017)
Neighborhood center uses are relatively smaller sites that include a mix of
business office, retail, and commercial service uses that benefit from being
adjacent to neighborhoods, and help provide residents convenient access to
uses and services. It may also include townhomes and low to medium density
multi -family residential uses as part of a larger development. The goal of this
use is to provide a better transition to surrounding single-family residential uses
and also provide opportunities for future growth. Besides the mix of primary
and secondary uses, neighborhood centers add to the quality of life of residents
by promoting access to health and social services, arts and cultural centers,
recreational opportunities, spaces for public and private events, and third places.
Key characteristics:
• Provides opportunities to expand single use developments to provide a
broader mix of commercial, office, and residential uses over time.
• Encourages residential uses that provide a variety of unit types, price ranges,
and ownership and rental options, to enable residents to live closer to
community amenities and services, and also provide an opportunity to create
live -work environments (ground floor office with upper story residential use).
• Includes a horizontal and/or vertical mix of commercial, office, residential and
other compatible uses and services, and encourages infill and redevelopment
opportunities to promote a broader mix of uses. For developments that have
a vertical mix of uses that include multi -family units, the first floor should
include the primary uses, with the residential uses on the floors above.
• Encourages pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular access; is consistent with the
high quality streetscape and character of the community; and aims to achieve
green building and site performance standards.
• Includes streetscape that encourages walkability and provides safe
connections to adjacent uses, outdoor cafes and dining areas, plazas, parks,
community amenities, and other community gathering spaces, and is at a
scale that relates to the pedestrian environment.
• Provides accommodations to encourage the use of alternate modes of
transportation overtime. This includes the ability to be readily served by public
transportation for uses along or proximate to public transit routes, drop-off/
pick-up areas for ride -share services, electric vehicle charging stations, and
bicycle infrastructure.
• Encourages appropriate screening of buildings, parking areas, and driveways
with landscaping along adjacent residential neighborhoods and also providing
transitions in massing and height of the buildings.
• Site design minimizes impervious surfaces and includes best practices for
stormwater management, native plantings, and site sustainability.
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Downtown Mixed -Use
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Primary uses: A diverse mix of
This land use category supports the development of a vibrant downtown through
uses including retail, specialty
a viable mix of uses, and accommodates future growth in the community while
shops, restaurants, bars,
preserving the character of single family residential neighborhoods. Besides the
coffee shops, business/office,
mix of primary and secondary uses, provision of public gathering spaces like
professional, service, cultural, arts
Village Green and use of parking lots during off-peak hours in the downtown
and entertainment, and civic uses
area is important to provide opportunities for community events like festivals,
characteristic of a downtown area.
parades, cultural events, and farmers markets.
Secondary uses: Townhomes,
Key characteristics:
medium to high density
Encourages the provision of high-density residential uses that include a
multifamily residential uses,
variety of unit types, price ranges, and ownership and rental options. This Is to
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a range of housing options for residents who choose to live in a transit
amenities, as well as plazas,
supportive environment, with convenient access to community amenities and
services and to also p rovide an opportunity
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squares, pocket parks, recreational
(ground floor office with upper story residential use).
uses, community gathering spaces,
Encourages preservation of buildings with historic significance and existing
and parking to support transit
low-density single-family uses that are along the edge of the downtown mixed -
ridership and community events
use boundary. Provides appropriate buffering and transitions in building scale
to these uses.
• Encourages primary building entrances to be pedestrian -oriented with
separate convenient access to vehicular parking and loading areas.
• Encourages streetscape that is consistent with the downtown area and
provides safe connections to adjacent uses, outdoor cafes and dining areas,
plazas, parks, and other community gathering spaces.
• Provides accommodations to encourage the use of alternate modes of
transportation by providing access to the Metra train station and bus stop
locations, providing drop-off/pick-up areas at larger sites for ride -share
services, electric vehicle charging stations, and bicycle infrastructure.
• Provides appropriate screening between the downtown area and neighboring
low-density single family uses including a transition in massing and building
height.
Example of a vertical and horizontal mix of uses in the downtown area of Mount Prospect
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oo" Mixed -Use District
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Primary uses: Commercial, heavy
industrial, manufacturing, office,
research, solid waste handling,
warehousing uses, and uses that
benefit from the proximity to the
1-90 tollway.
Secondary uses: Recreational
uses, health services, hotel, civic
uses, restaurants, and screened
outdoor storage.
This land use category helps define the character and mix of uses in the non-
residential areas south of Dempster Street. It accommodates a mix of uses that
promotes a more cohesive environment to meet the changing needs of existing
and future uses in this area. It promotes corridor and streetscape improvements,
provision of additional open space and access to recreation, and development
opportunities for tollway frontage properties.
Key characteristics:
• Encourages the adaptive reuse of older buildings and sites.
• Encourages larger sites to allow for large-scale employment facilities, with
lot consolidation in areas that would benefit from redevelopment. Also
encourages incorporation of pedestrian amenities, plazas and landscape
features that improve the support the pedestrian environment.
• Encourages a mix of recreational facilities/areas to provide access to recreation
for neighboring multi -family residential uses, as well as promotes an active
lifestyle for workers in this area.
• Encourages buildings to face the street frontage, be consistent with the
quality and character of the area, aims to achieve green building performance
standards, and includes sustainability best practices for stormwater
management, native plantings, and site design.
• Provides adequate buffering of loading areas and transitions in building scale
between adjacent uses.
• Promotes well-defined and convenient vehicular site access while minimizing
the impact on traffic congestion.
• Encourages the provision of drop-off/pick-up areas for ride -share services,
electric vehicle charging stations, car or van pool parking, car share parking,
bicycle share parking, and bicycle infrastructure such as bicycle racks.
• Promotes walkability by including streetscape that is accessible for all users
and provides safe connections through parking lots, to adjacent uses, bus
stops, recreational amenities and neighborhood centers that are within
walking distance.
• Promotes a cohesive corridor character through consistent signage design
and placement.
Example of an office building
Existing light -industrial use in Mount Prospect
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4. COMMUNITY FACILITIES, PARKS, AND OPEN SPACE
All the community resource opportunities in the Village like schools, parks, civic facilities and utilities are included
in this group of land uses. Promoting convenient access to them is important to promote walkability and an
active lifestyle in the community.
Institutional
Primary uses: Institutional
uses including governmental,
educational, and religious uses,
and senior housing.
Mount Prospect Public Library
Open Space and Recreation
Uses: Public parks, golf courses,
swimming pools, community
facilities, community gardens,
and other open space uses or
resources to serve the recreational
needs of residents.
Moehling Park in Mount Prospect
Utility
Primary uses: Facilities such as
electrical substations, water and
wastewater facilities, utility right-
of-ways, and other utility uses.
Key characteristics:
• Institutional uses generally include public, quasi -public, and private uses, such
as governmental, educational, medical, religious, and university facilities.
• Public and semipublic land areas, including public and private schools,
municipal facilities and places of worship are distributed throughout the
Village.
Key characteristics:
• Open space areas are intended to include all active and passive park lands,
public recreation centers, and golf courses. Park and recreational areas can
be found throughout the community.
• The Open Space system consists of sites, facilities, and programs which
perform several important functions. The most basic function is the provision
of recreational services to local residents. An effective system can also create
opportunities for a wide range of leisure time experiences, help define and
delineate neighborhood areas, and be an important visual feature in the
community. An effective parks and recreation system is particularly important
in a traditionally strong residential community like Mount Prospect.
• Provides access to recreational resources including the Cook County Forest
Preserve, regional trails, and golf courses. The Village contains numerous
privately operated recreational facilities including an ice arena, swimming
pools, tennis courts, and playgrounds which add to the recreational
opportunities in the Villages.
Key characteristics:
• All utility uses should be adequately screened and integrated into the
surrounding uses.
• Right-of-ways for power lines should be well maintained and be used for
recreational connections to trails in the community.
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The purpose of this chapter is to provide guidance to implement the Village of Mount Prospect's Comprehensive Plan.
Implementation strategies have been provided to achieve the goals for the six guiding principles. Some strategies respond
to multiple goals and guiding principles. These are noted as such under the strategy for easy reference. The strategies are
grouped based on the recommended time frame for implementation as short term, long term, or ongoing, as defined
below:
Short term- To be acted upon within 5 years of the Plan adoption.
Long term- To be acted upon within 5 to 10 years of the Plan adoption.
Ongoing- To be acted upon during the life of the Plan.
The responsible parties for implementation are also listed for each strategy:
Lead- The lead department is identified to ensure that the strategy is acted upon. For some strategies, more than
one department is listed with the intent that they will work as equal partners.
Partners- A supporting department, organization, or group is also included that will support the implementation
of the strategy.
The implementation strategies are also marked as specific types based on the scope of the intended result and include an
icon indicating how they were prioritized by the community. The strategy types include:
Regulation- These strategies include improvements through regulations to help achieve the goals, and may
also include revisions to the Village's Zoning Code.
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Program/Service- These strategies are in the form of programs or services that help fulfill different types of
needs. They may be in partnership with other organizations.
_F Project/Infrastructure Improvement- These strategies relate to specific projects or infrastructure
improvements to achieve the goals and vision for the community. They may result in physical improvements
or recommendations for improvements.
Promotion- These strategies involve promotion of different programs or services in the community.
moi► Coordination- Some strategies require coordination with other jurisdictions and agencies to be effective.
For example, completion of the sidewalk gaps in the community will involve ongoing coordination with Cook
County for County owned roads in the Village.
Community Priority: Residents were given an opportunity to weight in on the implementation strategies, by means
of an online survey. There were 373 responses received that prioritized the strategies as high, medium, or low priority.
Strategies that were `ongoing' or already part of Village Department goals were not included in the survey. Based on a
range of the weighted average for the survey results, the strategies are indicate if they are -
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1 . Strategies to support a livable built environment
The strategies in this section help support a balanced mix of land uses and growth in the community,
infrastructure improvements to support future growth, expand opportunities for mixed-use developments
in neighborhood centers, improve walkability and community health, and encourage property maintenance
and streetscape improvements to enhance the community character. Specific strategies also help build a
sense of place and community through the creation of additional third places, expansion of programs and
services, and promotion of all that Mount Prospect has to offer.
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
Short Term
1. Ensure that the Village's Zoning Code is consistent with the Future
Lead: Community
Regulation
Land Use Map to sustainably accommodate future growth, support
Development
walkability, an active lifestyle, local food production, and enhance the
character of the community.
Responds to Goals 1 & 3, and also Goal 1 in 3, 2 in 4 . and 5 in 5 .
2. Create a program or process that encourages property maintenance
Lead: Community
Program/Service
of multi -family housing developments to improve and strengthen the
Development
character of the community.
Responds to Goal 5.
3. Conduct a study for South Mount Prospect to promote inclusive growth
Lead: Community
Project/
while comprehensively addressing land use, economic development,
Development, Village
Infrastructure
housing, streetscape and character, transportation, infrastructure and
Departments
Improvement
services, recreation and walkability improvements.
Partner: Pace, IDOT, Cook
Responds to Goals 1, 5 & 7, and also Goal 1 & 3 in 2, 2 & 3 in 3, 4 in
County, Des Plaines
4 and 1 in 5 .
4. Create an inclusive sense of place in the Village by identifying locations
Lead: Community
Project/
for additional Third Places, plazas, and community gathering spaces,
Development, Human Services,
Infrastructure
arts and cultural programs, community events, art installations, and
Communications
Improvement
historical markers. Pursue grants and other funding opportunities to
Partner: Commissions, Mount
implement them.
Prospect Historical Society
Responds to Goals 1 & 6, and also Goal 2 in 4 .
5. Evaluate the water and sewer capacity, infrastructure needs, emergency
Lead: Public Works,
Project/
services, and fire prevention needs for the newly annexed areas and
Fire, Police, Community
Infrastructure
areas of future growth, so that they can be adequately served.
Development
Improvement
Responds to Goal 7, and also Goal 4 in 4..
6. Strengthen the identity and character of Mount Prospect through
Lead: Community
Project/
streetscape and signage improvements. Create a way -finding and
Development, Public Works,
Infrastructure
directory signage plan for areas highlighted on the Future Growth
Village Manager's Office
Improvement
and Opportunities Map (Pages 73 and 74) to improve access to and
6)
Am Low Priority
promote existing businesses. Improve and expand the gateway signage,
banner, and streetscape program to all major corridors to strengthen
the identity and character of the whole Village.
Responds to Goal 5, and also Goal 3 in 6 .
7. Analyze annexation opportunities to strengthen the Village's tax base.
Lead: Village Manager's Office,
Project/
Responds to Goal 4.
Community Development,
Infrastructure
Village Departments
Improvement
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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
8. Promote the Village as a vibrant place to live, work, and visit to attract
Lead: Village Manager's Office,
Promotion
new residents and visitors, and further stimulate commercial activity.
Community Development
Responds to Goal 1, and also Goal 3 in 6 .
9. Evaluate changes to the development code to remove barriers to infill
Lead: Community
Regulation
and redevelopment opportunities and develop parameters for the
Development
Medium Priority
adaptive reuse of older buildings, such they are consistent with the
character of the surroundings.
Responds to Goals 1, 3 & 5.
10. Evaluate changes to the development code, development review
Lead: Community
Regulation
process and permitting process to ensure that Mount Prospect is a
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Development
High Priority
development friendly community.
Responds to Goals 1, 2, 3 & 5, and also Goal 1 & 4 in 3, and 1 & 4 in 6 .
11. Align the Village's Capital Improvement Program to ensure that key infill
Lead: Public Works
Project/
and redevelopment sites are adequately served by Village services and
Infrastructure
infrastructure to support future growth.
Improvement
Responds to Goal 1.
12. Evaluate improvements to key development sites in terms of lot
Lead: Community
Project/
consolidation and other development incentives to ensure that they are
Development
Infrastructure
development ready and promote them as such.
Improvement
Responds to Goals 1, 2, 3 & 5, and also Goal 3 in 6 .
Long Term
13. Coordinate with service providers to study the feasibility of placing
Lead: Public Works
Project/
telecommunication and electric utility infrastructure underground
Partner: Service providers
Infrastructure
to improve resilience such as from power outages due to fallen trees
Improvement,
during storms.
Coordination
Responds to Goal 7, and also Goal 4 in 5 .
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An Medium Priority
14. Study the feasibility of providing wifi hot -spots downtown and at
Lead: Information Technology
Project/
community centers to support the use of technology.
Partner: Service providers
Infrastructure Imp.
Responds to Goal 7.
no
AL Medium Priority
15. Evaluate opportunities to provide businesses the option of requesting
Lead: Public Works,
Program/Service,
street furniture, such as trash cans, benches, and bike racks, when
Community Development
Project/
needed to improve the streetscape and pedestrian environment.
Infrastructure Imp.
Responds to Goal 5.
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16. Evaluate regulating short term rentals such as AirBNB to maintain the
Lead: Community
Regulation
neighborhood character and welfare of community residents.
Development
Responds to Goal 5.
Ongoing
17. Continue to support the development of infill projects to improve
Lead: Community
Project/
investment and growth in the Village.
Development
Infrastructure
Responds to Goals 1, 2 & 3.
Improvement,
Promotion
18. Continue to promote property maintenance and other regulations that
Lead: Community
Regulation,
impact community character.
Development
Promotion
Responds to Goal 5.
19. Continue to promote cost effective housing rehabilitation programs that
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service,
assist seniors and disabled residents.
Community Development
Promotion
Responds to Goal 3.
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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
20. Continue promoting available resources and services that improve the
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service,
quality of life of residents. This includes resources for home owners,
Community Development
Promotion
renters, and multi -family property owners, that include information
on grants/funds for energy efficiency improvements, fair housing,
affordability, Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
guidelines, senior services, family friendly amenities, schools, and
community facilities.
Responds to Goals 3 & 5, and also Goals 2 & 4 in 3, 4 in 4 and 2 in 6 .
21. Improve access to neighborhood recreational facilities by continuing
Lead: Community
Coordination
to seek joint use agreements with public and private organizations to
Development
make efficient use of existing facilities.
Partner: School Districts, Park
Responds to Goals 4 & 6, and also Goal 1 in 2 , 2 in 3, 1 in 4 and 2 in
Districts
5.
22. Continue to participate in the Northwest Suburban Housing
Lead: Community
Coordination
Collaborative's initiatives to develop regional solutions to address short
Development
and long term housing needs of the Village.
Partner: Northwest Suburban
Responds to Goals 3 & 4.
Housing Collaborative
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2,, Strategies to support mobility in the community
The strategies in this section help bridge the gaps in the pedestrian network, improve access to alternate
modes of transportation, mitigate traffic congestion, improve transportation safety in the community, and
improve access in the region. The strategies also promote walkability and encourage the use of alternate
modes of transportation through an expansion of programs and services offered in the community.
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
Short Term
1. Improve resident access to services, community events, and
Lead: Village Manager's Office,
Program/Service,
employment centers by exploring shuttle -bus services as needed.
Human Services, Community
Coordination
Responds to Goals 2 & 5, and also Goal 3 in 3, and 3 in 4 .
Development
nw Priority
Partner: Business community
2. Complete sidewalk accessibility improvements at all intersections to
Lead: Public Works
Project/
provide a safe passage for all users.
Infrastructure
Responds to Goal 2.
Improvement
3. Identify traffic congestion management solutions to improve the flow
Lead: Public Works, Police
Project/
of vehicles.
Infrastructure Imp.
Responds to Goal 1.
AL High Priority
4. Pursue Access Management Plans for downtown, neighborhood, and
Lead: Community Development
Project/
commercial centers to ensure safe vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle
Infrastructure
access.
Improvement
Responds to Goal 1.
5. Accommodate changes in vehicular technology by encouraging
Lead: Community Development
Regulation,
infrastructure such as charging stations for electric vehicles in the
Partner: Development
Promotion
downtown area, neighborhood centers, and at major commercial
community
developments.
Responds to Goal 4.
6. Promote RTA's public transportation trip planner application to
Lead: Public Works,
Program/Service,
encourage the use of available transportation services.
Community Development
Promotion
Responds to Goal 5.
Partner: Pace
7. Provide pedestrian walk -signal countdowns where feasible to
Lead: Public Works
Project/
improve pedestrian safety at intersections.
Partner: IDOT, Cook County
Infrastructure Imp.
Responds to Goal 1.
High Priority
8. Encourage transit ridership by improving access to the Metra
Lead: Community
Project/
Stations, improving crossing safety, defining ride -share drop-off
Development, Public Works,
Infrastructure
locations, and providing additional parking for Metra users.
Police
Improvement
Responds to Goals 1, 2 & 3.n(D
Partner: RTA, Metra
I
An Low Priority
9. Improve access for pedestrians and emergency vehicles downtown
Lead: Community Development,
Project/Infrastructure
by evaluating the feasibility of additional at -grade crossings across
Public Works, Police
Improvement
the railway tracks.Partner:
RTA, Metra
�AL Medium Priority
Responds to Goals 2 & 3, and also Goal 1 in 5 .
10. Conduct a public transit study to improve connectivity and
Lead: Community Development
Project/Infrastructure
transportation service in the Village.
Partner: Pace
Imp.
Responds to Goals 1 & 3, and also Goal 1 in 5 .
no
AL Low Priority
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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
11. Continue to identify future right-of-way utilization areas for roadway
Lead: Public Works
Project/Infrastructure
improvements to accommodate pedestrian, ride share, and public
Improvement
transportation opportunities.
Responds to Goal 2.
12. Prioritize and implement the completion of bicycle network
Lead: Public Works, Community
Project/Infrastructure
infrastructure to improve bicycle route connectivity in the Village and
Development
Improvement
to regional networks.
noAL High Priority
Y
Responds to Goals 1 & 3, and also Goal 1 in 1 , 2 in 3, and 1 in 5 .
13. Adopt a Complete Streets policy to ensure that the street network
Lead: Community Development,
Regulation
is planned, designed, operated, and maintained to enable safe and
Public Works
convenient access for all users of the roadway, regardless of mode of
transportation, age or abilities.
Responds to Goals 1 & 3.
14. Establish and promote safe routes around schools and parks to
Lead: Human Services, Police
Program/
encourage walking and biking, and decrease traffic congestion
Partner: School Districts
Service, Project/
around these facilities during peak hours. Encourage the use of traffic
Infrastructure
calming techniques like crossing islands and crossing flags to further
Improvement,
assist pedestrians to safely cross streets.
Promotion
Responds to Goals 1, 4 & 5.
no
AL High Priority
15. Prioritize and implement the completion of gaps in the sidewalk
Lead: Public Works
Project/
network to provide safe pedestrian access throughout the Village.
Partner: IDOT, Cook County
Infrastructure Imp.,
Responds to Goals 1 & 2, and also Goal 6 in 1 , 1 in 4, and 1 in 5 .
Coordination
no
AL High Priority
16. Update the development review process to include review of bicycle
Lead: Community Development,
Regulation
and pedestrian infrastructure, and traffic studies as needed to
Public Works
ensure that developments are safely and well connected to existing
networks. Responds to Goal 2.
17. Expand educational programs for seniors to include use of
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service
technology for transportation services such as ride shares to improve
Community Development
their mobility.
Partner: Pace, Metra
Responds to Goals 3 & 5, and also Goal 3 in 3, and 1 in 5 .
18. Implement modifications to improve traffic signal operation and
Lead: Public Works
Project/
intersection efficiency to improve the flow of traffic throughout the
Infrastructure Imp.
Village. Responds to Goal 1.
no
AL High Priority
Long Term
19. Investigate the feasibility of providing a free bus service along
Lead: Public Works,
Program/Service,
dedicated routes to encourage ridership and support businesses.
Community Development,
Promotion
Responds to Goal 1.
Finance
Partner: Pace
20. Prioritize and implement amenities and improvements at bus
Lead: Community
Project/
stop locations, including shelters, benches, lighting, and real-time
Development, Public Works
Infrastructure
information boards, to encourage ridership and improve safety and
Partner: Pace
Improvement
convenience.
6s�
Low Priority
Responds to Goal 1, and also Goal 1 in 5 .
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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
21. Improve pedestrian access across the railway tracks by pursuing
Lead: Public Works
Project/
the construction of a pedestrian bridge between Melas Park and
Infrastructure
Meadows Park, and the feasibility of additional grade -separated
Improvement
crossings in the downtown area.
g
' High Priority
Responds to Goal 2.
22. Identify bike share opportunities to major employment and
Lead: Community Development
Program/Service,
commercial centers to provide an alternate mode of transportationno
Partner: Local businesses
AS& pow Priority
and reduce traffic congestion.
Responds to Goal 3.
23. Improve public transportation options to O'Hare Airport by exploring
Lead: Community Development
Program/Service,
opportunities to connect to the Pace Pulse Dempster Route at Des
Partner: RTA, Pace
Coordination
Plaines Metra Station.
AL Medium Priority
Responds to Goal 1.
24. Encourage employers to support public transit ridership, transit
Lead: Community Development
Program/Service,
demand management strategies, rideshare, and bikeshare programs.
Partner: Chamber of
Coordination
Responds to Goal 5, and also Goal 1 in 5 .
Commerce, Downtown
Merchants Association
Ongoing
25. Continue to provide educational materials to promote biking, safety,
Lead: Community Development
Promotion
transit service, and walkability to encourage the use of alternate
modes of transportation and reduce traffic congestion.
Responds to Goals 3 & 5, and also Goal 3 in 3 and 1 in 4 .
26. Continue to implement the Bicycle Plan and bike route signage
Lead: Public Works
Project/
program to provide a safe environment for biking in the Village.
Infrastructure
Responds to Goal 3.
Improvement
27. Continue to ensure that Village vehicles perform efficiently to reduce
Lead: Public Works
Program/Service
fuel consumption and pollution.
Responds to Goal 4.
28. Continue to implement pilot projects to reduce speeding and cut-
Lead: Public Works,
Program/Service
through traffic, and improve pedestrian safety.
Community Development
Responds to Goal 1.
29. Continue to identify locations for additional bicycle parking as
Lead: Public Works
Project/Infrastructure
needed.
Improvement
Responds to Goal 3.
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3,, Strategies to support community needs
The strategies in this section help support the community's changing needs for human service, housing,
and amenities that are accessible to residents of all incomes, ages, and abilities. It also includes promotion
and creation of events to engage and inform residents.
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
Short Term
1. Identify/expand youth programs to include mentoring.
Lead: Human Services
Program/Service
Responds to Goal 4.
2. Pursue access to the Health/Housing connection program through
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
the Northwest Suburban Housing Collaborative (NWSHC) for home
Development
Promotion,
modifications of seniors in the community to enable them to safely
Coordination
age in place via a safe physical environment at home.
Responds to Goals 1 & 3, and also Goal 3 in 1 .
3. Explore opportunities to address diversity and inclusiveness in
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service
the community and continue to find ways to better serve and
Community Development,
communicate with the community's diverse population.
Police,
Responds to Goals 2 & 5, and also Goal 4 in 4 .
4. Identify historically significant buildings in the community and
Lead: Community
Program/Service
promote their preservation. Responds to Goal 4.
DevelopmentnO
Medium Priority
5. Conduct a needs analysis study to evaluate the need for more space
Lead: Human Services
Project/Infrastructure
to expand programs at the Community Connections Center.
Improvement
Responds to Goal 3.
6. Expand and promote the Emergency Financial Assistance Program
Lead: Human Services
Program/Service,
that provides qualifying residents with rental and utilities assistance,
Promotion
medications, and even summer pool passes. Pursue increasing the
funds that support the program through grants and donations.
Responds to Goal 3 in 2 .
7. Conduct or promote educational programs for first time home
Lead: Community
Promotion
buyers. Responds to Goal 1.
Development, Human
Services
8. Support the organization of neighborhood events by creating
Lead: Community
Program/Service
programs that can be repeated, provide equipment that can be
Development, Village
rented/borrowed for use, easy permit process, etc.
Manager's Office
Responds to Goal 4, and also Goal 1 in 1 .
9. Encourage developers to apply for HOME funds through Cook
Lead: Community
Promotion
County for proposed developments that qualify based on HOME
Development, Human
qualifications. Responds to Goal 3, and also Goals 1 & 3 in 3 .
Services
10. Continue to attract sales tax producing businesses to reduce the
Lead: Community
Program/Service
Village's reliance on property taxes. Responds to Goal 1.
Development, Finance
Long Term
11. Organize programs to install art in the community similar to the
Lead: Village Manager's
Program/Service,
painting of fire hydrants during the centennial celebrations.
Office
Promotion
Responds to Goal 4.
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Ongoing
12. Through the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG):
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
a. Continue to fund Public Services that address Homelessness and
Development, Human
Promotion
a Continuum of Care and provide existing supportive services to
Services
residents with special needs.
b. Continue to fund Rehab Programs that maintain/improve our
existing housing stock, improve housing with supportive services,
and improve public facilities that provide supportive services.
c. Continue to fund Public Improvements like Sidewalk
improvements, Public Parkway Tree replacement, and other
Infrastructure improvements.
Responds to Goals 1 & 3.
13. Continue to partner with and support programming opportunities for
Lead: Village Departments
Program/Service,
all Mount Prospect residents.
Partner: Local businesses,
Coordination
Responds to Goal 4, and also Goal in 4 and 2 & 4 in 6 .
Chamber, DMA
14. Continue to identify and support home improvement programs to
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
expand accessibility.
Development, Human
Promotion
Responds to Goal 1, and also Goal 3 in 1 .
Services
15. Continue to provide early intervention programs and services.
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service
Responds to Goals 1 & 3.
Police, Fire
16. Continue to provide crisis response service and a continuum of
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service
services for residents affected by a crisis.
Police, Fire
Responds to Goal 3.
Partner: Relevant agencies
17. Continue to provide outreach and promote resources available for
Lead: Human Services
Program/Service,
homelessness.
Partner: Northwest
Promotion
Responds to Goal 1.
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The strategies in this section help improve access to health services, emergency services, and recreational
opportunities. They also promote an active and healthy lifestyle through different programs and services,
engage the Villages diverse population and promote a sae and inclusive sense of place.
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
Short Term
1. Promote existing mobile clinic services to improve access to Lead: Human Services Promotion
residents.
Responds to Goal 3.
2. Provide and promote intergenerational services/events.
Lead: Human Services
Program/Service,
Responds to Goal 3.
Promotion
3. Conduct programs on healthy eating habits, such as nutrition and
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service,
cooking classes at different locations in the community including
Community Development
Promotion
special programs for children.
Development
Responds to Goal 2.
Partner: School Districts, Park
Districts
4. Evaluate the feasibility of locating a grocery store or farm -stand
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
downtown, food trucks at events, etc.
Development
Coordination
Responds to Goal 2.
p
Partner: Chamber, DMA
no
= High Priority
5. Identify locations for new community gardens, farm stands,
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
farmers markets, and opportunities for Community Supported
Development
Coordination
Agriculture (GSA's).Partner:
Park Districts, Schools
k Medium Priority
Responds to Goal 2.
Districts, Places of Worship
6. Monitor the changes in health indicators for Mount Prospect by
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service
the metrics outlined in WePlan202O. Responds to Goal 1.
Community Development
7. Work with local organizations, schools, faith communities,
Lead: Community
Promotion, Coordination
businesses, and the medical community to promote a healthy
Development, Human Services
lifestyle. Responds to Goal 1.
Partner: Local organizations
8. Provide education on healthy food options, healthy choices, and
Lead: Community
Promotion
active lifestyles. Responds to Goals 2 & 3.
Development, Human Services
9. Create awareness on mental health issues and services.
Lead: Human Services
Promotion
Responds to Goal 3.
10. Establish neighborhood watches in residential areas, promote
Lead: Police, Fire
Program/Service,
the use of technology for crime reporting, and continue to
Partner: Resident groups,
Promotion
promote Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
neighborhood organizations,
'
Am High Priority
(CPTED) guidelines and public safety information to eliminate the
home owners associations,
environment for crime and improve the perception of safety.
apartment rental companies.
Responds to Goal 4.
11. Explore and invest in new technology such as drones to improve
Lead: Fire, Police, Public
Project/Infrastructure
the quality of Village services provided.
Works, Community
Improvement
Responds to Goal 4.
Development=
ij
Low Priority
12. Continue to pursue accreditation of Fire Department, Police
Lead: Fire
Program/Service
Department, and Public Works, and aim to achieve ISO -I rating for
the Fire Department. Responds to Goal 4.
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13.
Organize community events around ethnic foods.
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
Responds to Goal 2, and also Goal 5 in 3 .
Development
Promotion
AM Medium Priority
14.
Study the opportunities for co -location of health and human
Lead: Community
Project/Infrastructure
services with other uses in the community.
Development, Human Services,
Improvement
Responds to Goal 3, and also Goal in 3.
Police, Fire
15.
Create community partnerships with groups, organizations that
Lead: Human Services, Fire,
Program/Service,
show similar goals of medical, fire, and life safety issues.
Police
Coordination
Responds to Goals 3 & 4, and also Goal 3 in 3 .
16.
Increase volunteer opportunities for Village events and services.
Lead: Village Manager's
Program/Service,
Responds to Goals 3 & 4, and also Goal 4 in 3 , and 1 & 2 in 5.
Office, Human Services
Promotion
-
AL Medium Priority
Long Term
17.
Evaluate the need to provide nursing/health services to respond
Lead: Human Services
Program/Service
to the changing needs of residents.
Responds to Goal 3.
18.
Identify opportunities for locally produced groceries/food to be
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service,
distributed to residents in need.
Community Development
Coordination
Responds to Goal 2.
19.
Support educational programs for school aged children about
Lead: Human Services,
Program/Service,
local food production by providing access to community gardens,
Community Development
Promotion
bee keeping, etc.
Partners: Community
Responds to Goal 2.
organizations, School Districts
Ongoing
20.
Continue to provide mental health related services.
Lead: Human Services
Program/Service
Responds to Goal 3.
21.
Support the objectives of Cook County Department of Public
Lead: Human Services
Program/Service,
Health's WePlan202O to improve health equity, reduce chronic
Partner: Cook County
Coordination
disease, and support and enhance behavioral health.
Department of Public Health
Responds to Goal 1.
22.
Continue and expand programs such as the Citizen Police
Lead: Police, Fire
Program/Service,
Academy, Coffee with the Cops, Fire Academies, and other
Promotion
programs to engage residents and build rapport.
Responds to Goal 4.
23.
Continue to provide information, public education, and risk
Lead: Fire
Promotion
reduction in the community.
Responds to Goal 3, and also Goal 4 in 5 .
24.
Continue to identify additional services and strategies to improve
Lead: Fire
Program/Service
efficiency and effectiveness of emergence response, services and
capabilities of the Village's Fire Department.
Responds to Goal 4, and also Goal 4 in 5 .
25.
Continue to identify additional areas of shared response within
Lead: Fire, Police
Program/Service
the Village with other service providers.
Responds to Goal 3, and also Goal 2 in 3, and 4 in 5 .
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The strategies in this section help protect the environment, improve the sustainability initiatives in
the community, and ensure the community's resilience in the face of any disasters or hazards. Besides
having a positive impact on the environment, energy and water saving strategies also support economic
sustainability through savings in the cost of utilities. This helps lower the cost of living and in turn
increase the disposable income of residents. Stormwater management strategies help protect public
property from flooding and having a hazard mitigation plan in place will help the community prepare
and recover from any disasters or hazards.
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
Shod Term
1. Conduct energy audits and recommissioning of all public buildings,
Lead: Public Works,
Project/Infrastructure
implement energy efficiency improvements and track savings.
Community Development,
Improvement
Responds to Goal 1, and also Goal 7 in 1 .
Village Manager's Office
Am Medium Priority
2. Evaluate the installation of building Energy Management Systems at
Lead: Public Works
Project/Infrastructure
all Village facilities. Responds to Goal 1, and also Goal 7 in 1 .
Improvement
n
Am Medium Priority
3. Complete the Levee 37 project.
Lead: Public Works
Project/Infrastructure
Responds to Goal 4.
Improvement
4. Establish a solid waste reduction program at all Village facilities.
Lead: Village Manager's
Program/Service
Responds to Goal 1.
Office, All Departments
AL Medium Priority
5. Evaluate setting up a new service to collect household hazardous
Lead: Public Works
Program/Service
waste and dispose of it. Responds to Goal 4.
Partners: Republic Services
Medium Priority
6. Connect the parks, greenways, and recreational facilities to the
Lead: Community
Project/Infrastructure
surroundings.
Development, Public Works
Improvement
Responds to Goals 1 & 3.
Partners: Park Districts,
no
A& High Priority
School Districts, ComEd
7. Partner with other service providers to further the common
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
sustainability goals and address environmental issues.
Development, Village
Promotion, Coordination
Responds to Goal 1.
Manager's Office
8. Establish a Village Sustainability Committee to guide energy efficiency
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
and conservation activities, educate the public, and demonstrate
Development, Village
Coordination
leadership in sustainability. Responds to Goal 1.
Manager's Officeno
AL Medium Priority
Long Term
9. Increase promotion of the preservation of natural resources, and
Lead: Village Manager's
Promotion
environmental programs.
Office, Human Services,
Responds to Goal 1.
Public Works
Partners: MP Public Library
10. Convert Village street lights to LED or other energy efficient lighting.
Lead: Public Works
Project/Infrastructure
Responds to Goal 1.
Improvement
no
AL High Priority
11. Promote tree species diversity, use of native planting in landscaping,
Lead: Public Works
Promotion
planting guidelines, preservation of waterways and pollution
Partner: Park Districts,
reduction methods, and tree preservation. Responds to Goals 1 & 3.
School Districts
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12. Develop and implement a Village Sustainability Education & Public
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
Outreach Program to encourage Village staff and the community to
Development
Promotion, Coordination
invest time and resources in sustainability initiatives.
Partner: Library
Responds to Goal 1.
13. Establish a composting and mulching program.
Lead: Public Works
Program/Service
Responds to Goal 1.'
AL Medium Priority
14. Review installing renewable energy sources at all public buildings and
Lead: Public Works
Project/Infrastructure
facilities. Responds to Goal 1, and also Goal 7 in 1 .
Improvement
no -
Medium Priority
15. Support the use of non-toxic treatments for landscaping and plants in
Lead: Public Works
Program/Service, Promo.
public areas.Responds to Goal 1.
Partner: Park Districts,
Medium Priority
School Districts
16. Promote awareness through appropriate signage of the Village's anti-
Lead: Public Works, Commu-
Promotion, Regulation,
idling policy for vehicles.
nity Development
Project/Infrastructure
Responds to Goal 1.
Improvement
. .............................................................
Ongoing
17. Continue to promote current residential Energy Efficiency Programs:
Lead: Community
Promotion
-ComEd Home Energy Assessments for residential properties
Development
-Nicor Gas energySMART energy efficiency loans for homeowners
-Income-Qualifying Programs: Low Income Home Energy Assistance
Program (LIHEAP), Share the Warmth, Illinois Home Weatherizafion
Assistance Program (IHWAP), Weatherizafion Assistance Program/
Multi -family Weatherizafion Assistance Program.
Responds to Goal 1, and also Goal 7 in 1 .
18. Continue to maintain/clean-up creeks in the community.
Lead: Public Works
Project/Infrastructure
Responds to Goal 4.
Partners: MWRD
Improvement
19. Continue to create awareness about the safe shelters, informational
Lead: Fire, Community
Promotion
kiosks, emergency preparedness, and response procedures in the
Development
Village. Responds to Goal 4.
20. Continue to implement the Village's Home Weatherizafion Program
Lead: Community
Promotion
and Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program. Responds to Goal 1.
Development
21. Conduct educational programs on the economic, social, and
Lead: Public Works,
Promotion
environmental benefits of energy, water, and waste reduction
Community Development
programs. Responds to Goal 1.
22. Continue to update the Village's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP)
Lead: Fire
Project/Infrastructure
and Continuity of Operation Plan (COOP) that outlines the roles and
Improvement,
responsibilities of Village departments and partner entities during
Promotion, Coordination
large scale disasters and emergencies. Responds to Goals 1 & 4.
23. Continue to pursue green building certification for all Village
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
buildings and encourage certification of new construction projects as
Development, Public Works,
Promotion
well. Responds to Goal 1, and also Goal 7 in 1 .
Village Manager's Office
24. Continue to provide promotional materials for the community on
Lead: Public Works
Promotion
solid waste reduction, recycling programs, and composting.
Responds to Goal 1.
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6,, Strategies to support economic vitality in the community
The strategies in this section help support the business community through training, promotion,
partnerships and recognition. They also encourage businesses to engage in the community and improve
the business climate.
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
RESPONSIBILITY TYPE & PRIORITY
Short Term
1. Market the Village through the development of a comprehensive
Lead: Community
Promotion
website, increasing the use of social media, and participation at
Development
targeted conferences and trade shows.
Responds to Goals 1, 3 & 4, and also Goal 2 in 1 .
2. Aggressively pursue redevelopment opportunities in the downtown
Lead: Community
Promotion, Coordination
district as detailed in the Downtown Implementation Plan.
Development
Responds to Goal 3.
Partner: Developers
3. Review existing development codes and processes for opportunities to
Lead: Community
Regulation
streamline theermit approval process.
p pp p
Development
p
' High Priority
Responds to Goals 1 & 4.
4. Collaborate with the Downtown Merchants Association and the
Lead: Community
Coordination
Chamber of Commerce to maintain an open dialogue with the
Development
business community.
Partner: Chamber, DMA
Responds to Goals 1 & 2.
5. Reach out to recently annexed businesses to welcome them to the
Lead: Community
Coordination
community and to determine if they have unmet needs.
Development
Responds to Goal 4, and also Goal in 1 .
Partner: Chamber, EDC
Long Term
6. Retain, expand, and attract businesses Village -wide, emphasizing
Lead: Community
Promotion, Coordination
innovation.
Developmentno
Am High Priority
Responds to Goals 3 & 4, and also Goal 1 in 1 .
7. Nurture entrepreneurship in Mount Prospect.
Lead: Community
Program/Service
Responds to Goals 3 & 4, and also Goal 1 in 1 .
p
pno
Development o m e nt
High Priority
8. Create jobs and workforce training opportunities for residents in
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
diversified business sectors.
Development
Coordination
Responds to Goal 2.
Medium Priority
9. Promote Mount Prospect as an innovative and progressive place by
Lead: Community
Promotion
reinforcing the strengths of our diverse community.
Development
Responds to Goals 3 & 4.
10. Ensure Village infrastructure supports the needs of the business
Lead: Public Works,
Project/Infrastructure
community.
Community Development
Improvement
Responds to Goal 4.
11. Encourage mixed-use redevelopment of aging commercial centers
Lead: Community
Promotion
throughout the community.
8 y
Development
p
High Priority
Responds to Goal 3.
Ongoing
12. Utilize incentives to recruit targeted businesses.
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
Responds to Goals 3 & 4, and also Goal 2 in 1 .
Development
Promotion
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13. Support requests for Cook County Class 6b incentives to encourage the
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
attraction and retention of manufacturing operations in the Village.
Development
Promotion
Responds to Goals 3 & 4, and also Goal 2 in 1 .
14. Provide matching fagade and interior build -out grants to qualifying
Lead: Community
Program/Service,
businesses.
Development
Promotion
Responds to Goals 3 & 4.
15. Market available sites for sale and lease throughout the community.
Lead: Community
Promotion
Responds to Goals 3 & 4.
Development
16. Continue to support the Mount Prospect Entrepreneurs Initiative in
Lead: Community
Coordination
conjunction with the Mount Prospect Library, Chamber of Commerce,
Development, Village
and Downtown Merchants Association.
Manager's Office
Responds to Goals 3 & 4.
Partner: Mount Prospect
Library, Chamber of
Commerce, Downtown
Merchants Association
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appendix
glossary
page A-2
appendix A - existing cond*t*ions summary page A-3
appendix B - community survey summary page A-63
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glossary
ADT -Average Daily Traffic
Community amenities - May refer to desirable or useful features of any resource
(facility or service) provided or available in the community.
Co -working spaces - A shared environment used by different people to work
independently. Unlike in a typical office environment, those co -working
are usually not employed by the same organization. Typical users of
co -working spaces include work -at-home professionals, independent
contractors, people who travel frequently or freelancers.
Community resources - Include the public library, community facilities like school
and park district facilities, senior centers, cultural centers, places of worship
and other facilities that provide residents with a service or amenity.
CMAP - Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
CMAP Region - CMAP's six county region including the counties of Cook, Lake,
Kane, DuPage, McHenry and Will
HOME - HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) is a type of United
States federal assistance provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) to provide decent and affordable housing,
particularly housing for low-income households.
NWSHC - Northwest Suburban Housing Collaborative, created in 2011 to help
Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Mount Prospect, Palatine, and Rolling
Meadows develop regional solutions to address the short and long-term
housing needs.
Public transit - or public transportation includes the service provided by the Pace
buses, shuttles, and vans and Metra trains. It also includes transportation
service provided by other service providers in the community.
Third Places - informal public spaces separate from the two primary environments
of home ("first place") and the office ("second place"). They can be defined
as any place one spends time at other than work or home. The most
common third placed identified was the public library.
TOD - Transit Oriented Development
Traffic calming - The use of physical design and other measures to improve safety
for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.
Service providers - Includes non-profit and for-profit organizations that provide
a service in the community. Examples include park and school districts,
places of worship, hospitals, etc.
SWMP - Storm Water Management Program
Universal design - The design and composition of an environment so that it can
be accessed, understood and used to the greatest extent possible by all
people regardless of their age, size, ability or disability.
USGBC - U.S. Green Building Council
VMT - Vehicle Miles Traveled
APPENDIX A Existing Conditions Summary A-2
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appendix A. existing conditions summary
who we are
a snapshot of Mount Prospect's demographics
where we live, work,
learn & play
an analysis of key aspects of community life
how weget around
an analysis of transportation infrastructure &
-0
services
our community
a summary of the pattern of development, growth
and opportunities, facilities, infrastructure, and the
many services that Mount Prospect has to offer
page 5
page 11
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APPENDIX A Existing Conditions Summary A-4
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who we are
population demographics
A growing and aging population
Family friendly - highest percentage households with families
and children as compared to neighboring communities
Recent increase in the median household income and
educational attainment
multi-ethnic diversity
>> A melting pot of languages and cultures that provide much to
celebrate in the community
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Population demographics
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percent (72%) of the housing stock
was built (Figure A-2). The land area of
the municipality also grew over time, Figure A-1: Population growth of Mount Prospect
as more land was annexed into the Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2016) Retrieved from https://www.census.gov
Village. Between 2000 and 2010, the
population of Mount Prospect and that
of the surrounding communities have
essentially leveled off (Figure A-2).
However, the Chicago Metropolitan
Agency for Planning's (CMAP) GO TO
2040 Comprehensive Plan forthe CMAP
region projects that Mount Prospect
could see a fifteen percent (15%)
increase in its population by 2040 (if the
region changes as per the assumptions
made for the projection). The growth
is expected to generate a demand for
tncorporated as a
approximately 125 households per
"'icipality
year - an increase of 3,100 households.
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Age
Mount Prospect has an aging
population. This is evident from
the median age of the community's
population and the shift in population
from one cohort to the next between
2000 and 2010. In 2010, the median
age in Mount Prospect had increased
to 39.5 years from 37.2 years in 2000,
higher than Cook County (35.9 years)
and Illinois (37.3 years). Stabilizing
birth rates and longer life expectancy,
are contributing factors to an increase
in the median age.
Currently, eight percent (8%) of the
population are seniors and seven
percent (7%) are elderly. As the baby
boomers and generation X which make
up forty-one percent (41%) of the
population age over the next 30 years,
the number of seniors and elderly in
the community will grow drastically.
Ensuring that there are adequate
housing options for these cohorts to
age in place will be important, as will
providing for the housing needs of the
next generation of residents.
Figure A-3: Mount Prospect's population pyramid
Source- U.S. Census Bureau (2000, 2010) Census Summary File 1
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Source- U.S. Census Bureau (2010) Census Summary File 1
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Source- U.S. Census Bureau (2010) Census Summary File 1
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Families Total Families 14,402 Average Family size 3.L6
Mount Prospect has approximately �,�
14,400 familyhouseholds. Additionally, Total Households 290 Household size 2.69
Y �
compared to the surrounding suburban
communities, Mount Prospect has
the highest percentage of households Figure A-5: Percentage of Mount Prospect households with children as
with children (Figure: A-5). Equipped compared to neighboring communities
with great Schools, neighborhoods, Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
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and community resources, Mount 32% o
Prospect was voted the "Best Place to 0 0 30/
28/ 28/ •
Raise Kids" (Businessweek.com - 2009) 26%
and "Top 100 Places to Live" (Money
Magazine, 2010). '
Arlington Des Plaines Elk Grove Mount Prospect
Heights Village Prospect : Heights
..............
Median Household Income Figure A-7: Median household income compared to neighboring communities
Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
$81,059
The median household income in
Mount Prospect has increased by
eighteen percent (18%) between 2000
and 2015. $68,527 $69,520
$65,109
$61,442
Arlington Des Plaines Elk Grove Mount Prospect
Heights Village Prospect Heights
.... ......
Ninety percent (90%) of Mount Prospect
residents are high school graduates or
higher, while forty percent (40%) have Figure A-8: Educational attainment of Mount Prospect residents
a bachelor's degree or higher. This Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
is a fifty-six percent (56%) increase Graduate or professional degree (14.1%)
between 2000 and 2015 for those who Less than 91 Grade (5.1°0)
have a bachelor's degree or higher. 91 to 12' Grade, no diploma (5.290)
Additional ways to further improve the High School Graduate (22.8916)
skillset of the community's workforce
is through training and development of
skills that pay off in the labor market.
This includes educational certificates
or licenses, noncredit courses, on -the -
Some College, no degree (19.2°0)
job training, and apprenticeships. Bachelor's degree (25.6916)
Associate's degree (890)
APPENDIX A - Who we are Existing Conditions Summary A-8
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Mount Prospect is a melting pot
of languages and cultures. While
fifty-seven percent (57%) of residents
speak only English at home, fourteen
percent (14%) also speak Spanish, ten
percent (10%) speak Polish, followed
by Gujarati, and other Asian and Slavic
languages (Figure A-9). With respect to
ancestry, sixteen percent of residents
are Polish, fifteen percent (15%) are
German, ten percent (10%) are Irish
and eight percent (8%) are Italian
(Figure A-10). Additionally, thirty two
percent (32%) of the community's
residents were born in a foreign land.
Ten percent (10%) were born in Latin
America, another ten percent (10%) in
Asia, and nine percent (9%) in Eastern
Euporel.
With respect to race, Mount Prospect's
non-white population increased from
nineteen percent (19%) to twenty
three percent (23%) between 2000 and
2010, and it was at twenty-six percent
(26%) in 2015 (Figure: A-11). The pie
chart in Figure A-11 shows the diverse
mix of races within this population.
Figure A-9: Languages spoken by Mount Prospect residents
Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
8°° All other languages 1% Korean
2°° Other Slavic languages 1% Italian
2°° Other Asian languages 1 °° Tagalog
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3°° Gujarati 57°° English
10°° Polish Spoken
14°° Spanish Languages
Figure A-10: Map highlighting the top countries of ancestry and birth
for Mount Prospect residents (country names are included in the adjacent
paragraph) Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year
Estimates
Hispanic/Latino 16.S��E
Note: The Census Bureau lists Hispanic or Latino as a separate category besides race. This means
that residents may identify as both Hispanic or Latino and white or another race.
Figure A-11: Race distribution of Mount Prospect residents
Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
100
80
IS3%
3°o Chinese
3°o Vietnamese
3°o Other Asian
5% Korean
60
9°o Filipino
40
Eli 1 %
77%
10°o Black or African
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American
20
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38°o Some Other Race
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Figure A-12: Distribution of diverse food and retail offerings in Mount Prospect
Source- Village of Mount Prospect
Mount Prospect's population has
also become more ethnically diverse
with respect to residents that identify
as Hispanic/Latino- a trend that
is consistent both regionally and
nationally. This Latino population grew
by forty percent (40%) between 2000
and 2010, which is twice the growth
rate of the Latino population in Cook
County. Ensuring that services provided
in the community cater to the specific
needs of this diverse population will be
important to ensure inclusivity.
Mount Prospect's diversity is not limited
to its people. It also has a diversity of
food establishments, retail offerings,
and cultural centers. Figure A-12
shows the location clusters of these
different types of ethnic commercial
establishments in Mount Prospect. The
chart in Figure A-13 shows the diversity
of cuisines that these establishments
offer - truly adding a multi-ethnic
flavor to the community. Additionally,
Mount Prospect is also home to
cultural institutions such as the Turkish
American Society, Hanul Family Alliance
(Korean American Senior Center), and
Bulgarian Traditions (cultural center).
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Source- Village of Mount Prospect
12.5% Bosnian, Greek, Egyptian, Bulgarian, French, Thai
7% Indian
4% Turkish 11 °o Italian
5°o Polish
11°o Japanese
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7°o Korean
5°o Chinese
37.5% Spanish
APPENDIX A - Who we are Existing Conditions Summary A-10
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
where we live, work, learn, &play
l ive
>> aging housing stock
>> preference for newer residents to rent versus own their units
>> need for more condominiums to house millennials, younger
suburban commuters, and empty -nesters
>> need for more market rate units for seniors
>> opportunities exist to improve housing affordability
work
a majority of residents work outside Mount Prospect, while
local jobs are filled by non-residents
>> a diverse mix of employers
>> opportunities exist to reduce housing and transportation costs
learn
>> well -served by public and private educational institutions
IapY
>> most neighborhoods are well -served by recreational facilities,
but there are opportunities to improve access to them
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Mount Prospect is a predominantly Figure A-14: Age of units in Mount Prospect and surrounding communities
single-family residential suburban Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2010-2014 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
community. Some key housing trends
are noted below:
Age of housing Similar to most
of the neighboring communities,
eighty three percent (83%) of Mount
Prospect's housing stock was built
between 1950 and 1990 (Figure A-14).
Given their age, some houses may be
in need of upgrades or maintenance/
rehabilitation, especially with respect
to making them more energy efficient
and capable of accommodating an
aging population.
Distribution As the map in Figure
A-15 illustrates, single family detached
housing is the predominant housing
type in the community at fifty seven
percent (57%). Much of the townhome
and multi -family units are located along
major corridors and in the southern
portion of the Village.
The Homesfora Changing Region report
completed by Chicago Metropolitan
Agency for Planning (CMAP) in 2013,
included a Housing Policy Plan for
Mount Prospect. The report made a
series of housing recommendations
that included: addressing housing
rehabilitation needs; dealing with the
aftermath of foreclosures; creating
more opportunities for senior
housing; exploring development
and redevelopment opportunities in
southern Mount Prospect, including
unincorporated areas; and creating
initiatives to increase the energy
efficiency of new and existing housing.
While some of these recommendations
are currently being addressed, there
is opportunity to expand support
for housing rehabilitation, energy
efficiency initiatives, housing variety
for seniors, and redevelopment
opportunities.
30%
Arlington Heights
25%
Mount Prospect
20%
Des Plaines
15%
10%
Palatine
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Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
Single family
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56%
0 Multi -family units
APPENDIX A - Where we live, work, learn&play Existing Conditions Summary A-12
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 2o1 7)
Tenure (owned or rented)
Ninety four percent (94%) of the single
family homes in Mount Prospect are
owner occupied, while only thirty one
percent (31%) of multi -family units are
owner occupied. This is attributable to
much of the multi -family units being
apartment buildings. An interesting
trend is that a majority of the
community's long-time residents own
their units, while newer residents tend
to rent their units (as shown in Figure
A-18).
Additional housing needs
Recent housing studies that reviewed
Mount Prospect's housing stock
noted a need to expand the type of
units available for a few different
cohort populations in the community.
The 2013 Senior Housing Needs
Assessment Report prepared for
the Northwest Suburban Housing
Collaborative noted that there was a
need to add more market rate units
for seniors in Mount Prospect (Figure
A-19). Additionally, a market study
completed in 2017 noted that the
Village lacks desired Class A type
rental units, and that there was a
demand for rental units in condo
buildings downtown. The report
also predicted a future need for
condominiums to house millennials
and empty -nesters.
Figure A-16: Housing Profile
Source- U.S. Census Bureau, 2010 Census
Summary File QT -H1
Figure A-17: Snapshot of housing
units by type of occupancy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
■ Owner occupied
■ Renter occupied
725
11,026 5,329
14 2,439
721
Single Family Townhome Multifamily
Total housing units � � 1836
Occupied units
Owner occupied
Renter occupied
Vacant Units
20,564 94.2%
14,893 72.4%
5,671 27.6%
1,272 5.8%
Figure A-18: Historic preference of
residents to own vs rent their unit
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
16,000 T_
Owner occupied
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12,000
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Figure A-19: Number of senior housing units needed in Mount Prospect by
type of unit (Source Senior Housing Needs Assessment Report)
The need for more senior housing
In 2013, a Senior Housing Needs Assessment Report was prepared for the
Northwest Suburban Housing Collaborative which represents the communities
of Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Mount Prospect, Palatine and Rolling
Meadows. The report noted that there were 20 senior housing facilities with
approximately 3,800 units within these communities. Of these, 503 units
were in Mount Prospect in the form of affordable independent units at Mount
Prospect Horizon, Huntington Towers, and Centennial North & South. The
report stated the need for adding more market rate units as shown in the table
below -
Independent living Assisted Living Memory Care
Market Rate 464 139 74
Affordable (139)* 179 58
Moderate Income 196
*Numbers in parentheses indicate excess supply.
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REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
The 2017 Market Study Report by
Appraisal Research Counselors also
noted that the net effective rent per
square foot is higher in communities
with higher detached housing prices.
The median single family house sale
price was $326,150 in 2016, which was
a twenty two percent (22%) increase
since 2013. This increase in property
values might have also impacted rental
prices in Mount Prospect. Additionally,
given that the community does not
have many vacant sites for new single-
family houses, it is possible that the
housing demand may exceed supply
well into the future, further pushing
housing prices upwards.
Affordable housing is housing that costs
no more than 30 percent of household
income (including utilities, insurance,
and taxes). As per 2010 Census data,
forty percent (40%) of renters and thirty
five percent (35%) of owners in Mount
Prospect are cost burdened. This was a
ten percent (10%) increase for renters
and thirteen percent (13%) increase
for owners since 2000. This increase
in cost burdened households however,
is consistent with national trends.
An analysis by Harvard University
attributes this trend in general to
declining incomes, slow employment
growth, and more stringent credit
requirements.
40% renters nnn 3%"1•. nuunprc tvro
Median
Household Income
Owner occupied units
Renter occupied units
Monthly
Housing Costs
Figure A-20: Owners vs renters based on household income
Source- 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
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APPENDIX A - Where we live, work, learn&play Existing Conditions Summary A-14
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
WORK
Commuting to work
A majority of Mount Prospect residents
work outside the Village. Only seven
percent (7%) of residents live and work
in the community (Figure A-21), while
ninety-three percent (93%) work in
the surrounding communities listed in
Figure A-22. The majority of employees
in Mount Prospect live outside the
community. Figure A-23 lists the
different communities these workers
travel from to get to their workplace in
Mount Prospect.
Place of work
The largest employers in Mount
Prospect are listed below in Figure
A-24. The largest employer is CVS
Caremark. While industrial uses have
the highest building square footage
in the community, the retail trade
industry had the highest share of jobs
based on industry classification in 2015
(Figure A-25).
Figure A-24: Mount Prospect's
largest employers (Source: VOMP, 2015
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report)
Company Name
CVS Caremark
Employees
(approx.)
11445
Robert Bosch Tool Corp.
650
Cummins -Allison Corp.
391
Village of Mount Prospect
307
Rauland Borg
300
School District 57
300
Carson Pirie Scott
291
Jewel Food Stores Inc
240
Township High School
District 214
225
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc
200
Figure A-21: Diagram showing Inflow/outflow of jobs
Source: State of Illinois IDES: Where workers Work 2016 Report
Palatine InflowiOlatflow Job Counts (All Jobs)
2014
Mount Prospect (8916)
F531c` ,n �� Count
Share
Adington' Glenview Employed in the Selection Area 23.6%
1C-D.C-%
Employed in the Selection Area 21.336
92.2%
but Living Outside
Schaumburg (2°°)
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7.3°
Selection Area
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Living in the Selection Area but
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_ laines Niles Employed Outside
All Other Locations (58.1 °°)
1,850 Living and Employed in the
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Park Ridge
Figure A-22: Chart showing where Mount Prospect's residents work
Source: State of Illinois IDES: Where workers Work 2016 Report
Chicago (17.6°°)
Mount Prospect (6.7°°)
Arlington Heights (6.3°°)
Des Plaines (4.390)
111WWhere Mount Elk Grove Village (496)
Prospect
residents work
Schaumburg (3.7%)
Glenview (2.796)
Wheeling (2.1 %)
Northbrook (296)
Skokie (1.7°°)
All Other Locations (49°°)
Figure A-23: Chart showing where Mount Prospect's workforce lives
Source: State of Illinois IDES: Where workers Work 2016 Report
Chicago (1016)
Mount Prospect (8916)
Arlington Heights (596)
Des Plaines (3.896)
mmmmw Where Mount(2.4
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Prospect's
Schaumburg (2°°)
workforce lives
....oWheeling
Hoffman Estates (1.5°°)
1.5°°
Elgin (1.4°°)
Elk Grove Village (1.4°°)
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All Other Locations (58.1 °°)
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Industrial/Flex space
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Commercial space
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Office space
1 J million sq. ft.
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Figure A-25: Mount Prospect's top employment industrial
Source: Village of Mount Prospect
2015 Industry (NAICS*)
Retail Trade
Share of jobs
27.6
Manufacturing
11.2
Professional, Scientific and Technical Services, and Management of
Companies and Enterprises
10.2
Arts, Entertainment and Recreation, and Accommodation and Food
Services
9.9
Wholesale Trade
9.0
Finance and Insurance, Real Estate, and Rental and Leasing
7.4
Educational Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance
6.9
Construction
5.9
Other Services, except Public Administration
5.1
Information
4.6
Transportation and Warehousing
2.3
*NAICS- North American Industry Classification System
APPENDIX A - Where we live, work, learn&play Existing Conditions Summary A-16
R E V ��I
Travel mode & affordability
Figure A-24 shows the different modes
of travel residents choose to get to work.
According to the 2010 Census, thirty-
five percent (35%) of occupied housing
units in Mount Prospect have only 1
vehicle, requiring other householders
to share or depend on other modes of
transportation for travel. Typically, a
household's largest expenditure after
housing costs is on transportation. The
Housing and Transportation (H+T°)
Affordability Index by the Center
for Neighborhood Technology (CNT)
provides a comprehensive view of
affordability that includes both the
cost of housing and transportation at
the neighborhood level.
The H+T Index combines both housing
and transportation costs and sets the
benchmark at no more than 45% of the
total household income. Figure A-27
illustrates the areas of the community
that have a H+T index over 45%,
signifying a cost burden of housing
and transportation expenses on typical
households in that area. Given the
high percentage of workers who drive
to work alone and the distribution of
the H+T index, there is opportunity to
improve access to public transportation
and alternate modes of transportation
in the village.
D R A �F (October 5, 2017)
01%,
Annual Transportation Costs � � oA Autos per household 1.65
9,U 1 II' Average Household Vehicle Miles Traveled
8. 10 to n n eS Annual greenhouse gas emission per household
Figure A-26: Mode of travel to work for Mount Prospect residents
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
77.8%
Mean travel time to work
��'.a minkstes
9.2%
6.6
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1.5%
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Figure A-27: Map showing the Housing + Transportation costs in the area
Source: Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT)
H OL] s i nor + Tre res portat i on C DStS I ncorn e
{ 24 24- 56'�,f, 3 6-455,,�, ■ 45-54%
■ 54-66 ■ 6 6-78% ■ 78-8 ■ 87'x+
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LEARN
Education System
Mount Prospect residents are Figure A-28: A Snapshot of Mount Prospect's students
served by six (6) elementary school Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates
districts (Figure A-28). Township High
School District 214 serves the whole
College or Graduate School 22.796)
community. While only Prospect High
Preschool (8%)
School is located in Mount Prospect,
Kindergarten (4.896)
residents also attend John Hersey,
Rolling Meadows, and Elk Grove High
Elementary School (42.6°°)
Schools. The enrollment numbers for
High School (21.9°°)
all the schools serving Mount Prospect
are included in Figure A-30.
The quality of educational institutions
has always been a major factor in the
quality of life in the Village. According
to the Illinois District Report Card
(http://iirc.niu.edu), all 6 school
Figure A-29: Map of schools and district boundaries
districts serving Mount Prospect
Source- Village of Mount Prospect, 2016
produced test results above the state
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average. However, enrollment is near
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Figure A-30: Capacity and enrollment of schools serving Mount Prospect
*Source- Illinois Report Card, **Source- http://www.privateschoolreview.com/iIIinois
School Name
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NA
11985
Elk Grove High School (outside MP)
NA
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Robert Frost Elementary School
708
665
Oliver W Holmes Middle School (outside MP)
NA
765
Prospect Heights School District 23
Macarthur Middle School (outside MP)
Anne Sullivan Elementary School (outside MP)
Betsy Ross Elementary School (outside MP)
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School (outside MP)
NA
NA
NA
NA
512
349
330
396
Arlington Heights School District 25
Dryden Elementary School (Outside MP)
NA
524
River Trails School District 26
Euclid Elementary School
540
513
Indian Grove Elementary School
540
506
River Trails Middle School
660
465
Mount Prospect Public School District 57
Fairview Elementary School
540
528
Lincoln Middle School
760
735
Lions Park Elementary School
540
450
Westbrook Early Learning Center
480
516
Community Consolidated School District 59
Forest View Elementary School
600
457
District 59 Early Learning Center
Holmes Junior High School
650
807
John Jay Elementary School
500
376
Robert Frost Elementary School
500
436
Private Schools
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St. Emily Catholic School
600
32
St. Paul Lutheran School
520
250
St. Raymond Catholic School
11250
Science Academy of Chicago
222
200
Camelot Therapeutic School (Special Education)
120
63
1 Special Education School
2 Early Learning Centers (PreK)
8 Elementary Schools (PreK to 5'" Grade)
(Also served by 4 outside MP)
Middle Schools (6t" to 8t" Grade)
(Also served by 2 outside MP)
1 High School (9f" to 12'" Grade)
(Also served by 3 outside MP)
4 Private Schools (PreK to 8t' Grade)
14 Private Daycare/Early Learning Schools
OVER CAPACITY
NEAR/JUST UNDER CAPACITY
MORE THAN 25% UNDER CAPACITY
VERY LOW ENROLLMENT
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PLAY
Parks and Recreation
Five (5) Park Districts serve Mount Figure A-31: Walkability to parks
Prospect residents as shown on the
map in Figure A-32:
Indicates the areas served by parks
within a quarter mile distance.
Mount Prospect Park District
River Trails Park District
Des Plaines Park District
Prospect Heights Park District
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Arlington Heights Park District
These five districts provide over 550
acres of park and recreation space
within the Village. This includes two
indoor recreation complexes, three
16 miles of trails 5 5 0 a cref of park and recreations ace
community centers, five outdoor
Figure A-32: Map of parks and district boundaries
pools, two arts and visual arts studios,
two golf courses, one driving range and
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Third Pla,'
A "third place" can be defined as any
place one spends time other than work
or home that help create a sense of
place. Based on the community survey,
the adjacent map shows the places
respondents consider third places in
the Village. While the locations of the
third places are well spread out in the
community, there is a concentration
in the downtown area and at major
commercial areas. There is an
opportunity to provide additional third
places in the community, especially
in areas that have a higher residential
density.
Figure A-33: Map of Third Places in the Village and what these places are
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how we get around
transportation network
close proximity to airports
well -served by road and rail networks
opportunities exist to reduce traffic congestion and
roadway safety, especially at intersections and railroad
crossings
opportunities exist to complete sidewalk and bike trail
connections, and improve safety
public transportation
served by a number of Pace bus routes
well-connected by train (Metra) service
increase in the use of ride -share services to complete the
first/last mile of transit commutes
opportunities exist to improve the north -south service,
and expand service flexibility for seniors and those with a
disability
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R E V I EW
Transportation network
Mount Prospect is well located as a
northwest suburb of Chicago with
access to roadways, rail, and air. This
makes it an ideal regional center for
commercial and residential uses.
Air
CHICAGO EXECUTIVE AIRPORT
mites (< 1 5 minutes)
Take -offs and Landings/year: 148,486
• Charter Service Available
• Private Storage Available
• Private Maintenance Available
Expansion of jet and private airplane
traffic at the airport continues. It's
proximity to Kensington Business
Center is a plus, and a recent Master
Plan recommends better integration of
the airport site with local communities.
O'HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
8.7 miles X15 minutes,
Commercial Airlines: 47
Flights per day: 2,416
Passengers per year: 87 million
• Busiest airport in the world for
annual aircraft operations (2014)1
• 3rd busiest for annual passengers
(2010)land 18th busiest for air cargos
The Village benefits from its close
proximity to O'Hare Airport. O'hare
is currently executing the O'Hare
Modernization Program (OMP) which
includes reconfiguring its runways to
a mostly parallel runway configuration
that will improve safety. This change
will have a positive impact on Mount
Prospect, as the OMP final build
anticipates areas of Mount Prospect
to have a decrease in aircraft noise by
around 3dB and greater.2
DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
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The County's long range transportation plan
highlights new technological changes that are
impacting the transportation system. One such
example is an increase in online shopping that has
resulted in fewer trips to stores and an increase in
truck deliveries. Other impacts include a growth in
car sharing, ride sharing, and bike sharing, with the
future of driverless cars on the horizon.
The plan also puts a greater focus on alternate CORIA ECT III U
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modes of transportation and outlines the following 2040 LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN
strategies to support it:
• Commitment to assist Pace in its efforts to provide expedited bus service
on arterial roads and expressways, assisting local governments (including
Mount Prospect) with the design of streets, sidewalks and bus stops while
giving transit vehicles priority.
• Provide funding focused on TOD to make it more convenient to walk, bike
or take transit to destinations
• Provide support to local governments in the implementation of complete
street ordinances.
• Assist local governments to adopt bicycle/pedestrian planning programs
by identifying gaps and promoting pedestrian and bicycle trips.
• Provide support for ride sharing, private shuttles besides the taxi industry
and transit agencies.
Source- 1 http://www.flychicago.com/OHare/EN/AboutUs/Facts/Air-Traffic-Data.aspx
2 http://www.oharenoise.org/sitemedia/documents/resources/modernization/ORD%20noise%20changes%202015.06.09.pdf )
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REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Freight
Rail;
NEAREST INTER -MODAL TERMINAL
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East/West: Chicago (23 miles)
North/South: Dolton (43 miles)
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3 Motor freight terminals within 5 miles
Roadway.(.,
Mount Prospect is connected to the
region by major U.S. and State Routes.
The Roadway and Average Daily Traffic
(ADT) Map in Figure A-36 shows the
functional classification of streets,
their designations as major routes
and the average daily traffic along
different segments of the roadways.
Functional classification is the process
by which the Illinois Department
of Transportation groups streets
and highways into classes (major
or minor arterials and collectors)
according to the character of service
they are intended to provide. These
transportation corridors traversing the
community provide convenient access
to the entire region, but do create
traffic congestion.
The Village of Mount Prospect
conducts an annual street resurfacing
Figure A-36: Roadway and Average Daily Traffic (ADT) map
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program to maintain its 136 mile
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road network. Five percent (5%) of all
Village of Mount Prospect
Roadway Functional Classification -
Village streets are repaved each year,
Interstate
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Illinois Transportation Enhancement
Program to improve several blocks
along Northwest Highway with
streetscape elements. Currently,
pedestrian signal improvements are
underway at Central Road and Arthur
Avenue. Traffic calming improvements
are also underway along See Gwun and
Lincoln Street in the form of textured
pavement, curb bump -outs, etc. The
Illinois Department of Transportation
recently upgraded the Elmhurst Rd/
190 interchange to provide full east/
west access. This upgrade should have
a positive impact on the south side
commercial and industrial market.
Traffic congestion
Congestion specifically exists where
north -south major arterial streets
intersect east -west major arterial
streets, and where Rand Road and
Northwest Highway intersect with
north -south and east -west major
arterial streets. The most serious
problems exist at the Northwest
Highway/Main Street intersection, the
Rand Road/Kensington/Elmhurst Roads
intersection, and at the intersection of
Mount Prospect/Rand/Central Roads.
The map in Figure A-37 highlights
the congested intersections and
neighborhoods that have significant
speeding issues, as identified through
the Community Survey for this Plan.
The Rand Road Corridor Plan completed
in 20171 evaluated characteristics
of the corridor and recommended
potential improvements to improve
connectivity, accessibility and
efficiency for all users. In addition,
the Village also performed studies
to gauge vehicle queuing time at key
intersections. A Neighborhood Traffic
Study completed in 2016, reviewed 700
intersections and 130 miles of streets
in its neighborhoods to improve safety.
It included a Residential Speed Limit
Program which involved reviewing
the existing speed limit on each street
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Streetscape improvements along Northwest Highway
Figure A-37: Map of traffic and pedestrian safety concerns in the community
Source- Village of Mount Prospect � Metra railway line & Station
Community feedback from the survey - Village of Mount Prospect
Areas perceived to have traffic congestion
Areas in need of pedestrian safety improvements
Areas that experience drive through traffic
Areas that experience speeding
Areas that experience both speeding and drive through traffic
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REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
to determine the appropriate speed
limits, and The Residential Intersection
Traffic Control Program to evaluate
and determine the appropriate traffic
control at each intersection under the
Village's jurisdiction. This endeavor
included follow-up studies to track
the effectiveness of the implemented
changes in terms of traffic volume,
average speed, and accident rate. In
general, It was noted that there was a
decrease in the accident rate in nearly
all the zones.
At -grade crossings
The Union -Pacific and North Central
railroads bisect Mount Prospect.
While an amenity for commuters,
they do add to traffic flow disruption
on the arterial system at the at -grade
crossings. This is most prevalent during
the morning and evening peak traffic
periods when both vehicular volumes
and train activity are at their highest.
Truck traffic
Given the proximity to O'Hare Airport,
Mount Prospect has a number of
designated truck routes through the
community. The map in Figure A-38
shows the location of these routes
and the average daily truck traffic. The
new double diamond interchange,
completed in 2017 at 1-90 and Elmhurst
Road has further connected the
community to O'Hare and the region.
Digitally connected consumers, looking
for lower prices, greater convenience
and a seamless experience when
buying, receiving and returning
products, are forcing post and parcel
companies to rethink traditional
parcel delivery. This has impacted the
number of delivery vehicles serving the
community.
Figure A-38: Map showing truck routes through the community
Source- Village of Mount Prospect; IDOT's 5 -Year Functional Class Township Maps 2015
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Sidewalks
The existing sidewalk gaps in the
community are shown on the map in
Figure A-39. As evident in the map,
these gaps are primarily along State
and County owned roadways. For
sidewalks along roadways owned by
the Village, the Resurfacing Program
is used to bring the sidewalks into
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
compliance. Based on input received
from the Community Survey, the map
also shows areas of the community
that a majority of respondents noted
as having inaccessible sidewalks, and
pedestrian safety concerns. Specific
road segments that residents wish to
see complete sidewalk networks are
also Indicated on the map.
Figure A-39: Sidewalk gap analysis and pedestrian infrastructure feedback
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Community support for completing the
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Community support for completing the
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APPENDIX A - How we get around Existing Conditions Summary A-28
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Bikepaths
In 2012, the Village completed a
Bicycle Plan for the community with
a vision to create a safe, comfortable
and bicycle friendly environment in
the community. Key recommendations
from the plan included a bikeway
network of 30 miles of on and off street
facilities; bicycle friendly ordinances
and policies; programming to support
biking; and an implementation plan.
The map in Figure A-40 shows the
system of on -street and off-street
bike paths completed thus far. It
includes 16 miles of on -street bike
routes and two miles of pavement
markings in the Kensington Business
Park. Implementation of the Bicycle
Plan also includes the installation of
approximately 350 signs throughout
the Village. The adjacent map also
shows the existing and proposed bike
network based on this plan.
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Public transportation
Bus and shuttle service
Pace operates nine bus routes
through Mount Prospect, providing
connections to key destinations in
surrounding communities. Scheduled
for launch in 2019, Pace will have a
new bus service called Pulse that will
provide more frequent and reliable
service along Dempster Street from
Evanston to O'Hare Airport - via the Des
Plaines Metra Station. With respect
to service for seniors and people with
disabilities, Pace provides para -transit
services within three-quarters of a
mile of existing bus routes. Elk Grove
Township and Wheeling Township
also provide transportation services
for seniors and those with a disability
within their boundaries (shown on
the map in Figure A-41). Some of the
other service organizations that also
provide transportation service in the
community include Alexian Brothers
Spirit Van, American Cancer Society
Hospital Transportation, Escorted
Transportation Service (Northwest),
Holy Family Medical Center Care -A -
Van, Northwest Community Healthcare
Courtesy Van, and "First Transit"
Medicaid Client Transportation.
Figure A-41: Public transportation service map, including transit desert
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based on community feedback
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REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Service gaps
• The Mount Prospect Public
Transportation Plan (2009)
performed a detailed service gap
analysis for the community. It noted
a need for north -south bus service,
better service to key destinations
in and around the Village,
recommended route extensions, a L
new Call and Ride service area for
the Village, and direct service to
O'Hare International Airport.
• The north -south connection via
public transportation is still a service
gap today and was a noted through
community engagement for this
Plan. The average travel time to get
to/from the south to employment
centers in the north or vice -versa is
around 1 5 hours by bus
• There are arts of the communit Figure A-42: Pace bus - route service (Source- Pace)
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A-41) that are transit deserts, i.e.
not served by public transit within a
quarter mile distance.
• With respect to service for seniors
and persons with disabilities, all
the existing services have limited
hours during weekdays, very limited
service on the weekends, and are
very restrictive in the locations the
passengers can be taken to. Service
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Pace Routes
Route 208
Weekday
5:45am-10:45pm
Saturday
5:55am-10:30pm
Sunday
7:40am-9:35pm
Route 221
5:10am-7:05pm
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-No Service -
Route 223
4:55am-1:05am
5:25am-12:30am
6:00am-11:30pm
Route 226
5:00am-6:20pm
-No Service-
-No Service -
Route 230
6:05am-7:10pm
-No Service-
-No Service -
Route 234
5:20am-6:50pm
9:00am-6:05pm
-No Service -
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5:10am-10:30pm
6:00am-11:30pm
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Mount Prospect is also served by
two Metra commuter lines; Union
Pacific -Northwest (UP -NW) and North
Central Service (NCS) lines. The Mount
Prospect station along the UP -NW line
is conveniently located in the heart
of downtown. The Prospect Heights
Station at 55 South Wolf Road is the
closest NCS station to the Village of
Mount Prospect. The plan to provide a
Suburban Transit Access Route (STAR)
Line which was to connect Mount
Prospect to the Chicago area region
(noted in the 2007 Comprehensive
Plan) is no longer being pursued.
The Mount Prospect Station ha
larger volume of weekday boardings
as compared to the Prospect Heights
Station (as shown in Figure A-43). With
respect to parking, the UP -NW Metra
parking lots are nearly at capacity.
Figure A-44 also shows a decrease in
the percentage of people driving alone
and an increase in carpooling between
1999 and 2014. In an effort to support
biking to the Metra Station, the Village
secured $135,000 in CMAQ funding
along with a $38,000 RTA match to
install bicycle racks around the station.
The project will include shelters and
pads to accommodate 60 new covered
bicycle parking spaces.
The prevalence of ride -share services
like Uber and Lyft has been on the
increase. In summer 2017, Metra
signed a promotional agreement with
Uber to encourage riders to use such
services to complete the first mile/last
mile of their trips. Accommodations
need to be made on the south side of
the downtown station to allow for a
safe ride -share drop-off area.
Figure A-43: 2014 Ridership and parking counts at the Metra stations serving
Mount Prospect residents (Source- Metra/RTA website www.rtams.org)
UP -NW NCS
(MOUNT PROSPECT) (PROSPECT HEIGHTS)
WEEKDAY BOARDINGS (average per day) 1,774 277
PARKING CAPACITY 668 spaces 328 spaces
PARKING UTILIZATION 99% 46%
Figure A-44: 2014 Mode of travel to Mount Prospect Metra Station (Source-
Metra/RTA website www.rtams.org) Walked Drove Alone Dropped Off Carpool Bus
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our community
a summary of the following in Mount Prospect:
>> land use, zoning & growth
» employment and revenue
>> business services
>> community resources
>> public safety & emergency services
>> community health & wellness
>> infrastructure & services
>> sustainability
>> natural resources & flood hazards
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Land use, zoning, and growth
The Village of Mount Prospect has a
land area of close to 11 square miles.
It comprises a variety of residential,
commercial, office, industrial, open
space, institutional and other land uses.
As shown on the chart in Figure A-45,
the community is approximately sixty
percent (-60%) residential, twenty-one
percent (21%) employment, and the
remaining nineteen percent (-19%) is
dedicated to institutional, recreational
and other uses. The existing land
use map in Figure A-47 shows the
distribution of these different land
uses in the Village.
Pattern of development
Originally a commuter town that
developed along the railway line,
today Mount Prospect is a suburban
community with a diverse economic
base. When Mount Prospect was
incorporated in 1917, most of the non-
residential uses were in the downtown
area. As the community grew to
the northeast and southwest, the
development of Randhurst Mall, the
Kensington Business Park, commercial
uses along Rand Road and other major
arterials, and the industrial uses on
the south added to the community's
wealth of land uses. The map in Figure
A-46 shows the distribution of land
uses in the Village and surrounding
region. The recent annexations of Cook
County properties will serve to further
bolster the Village's economic outlook.
APPENDIX A - Our Community
DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
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Randhurst Village
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and restaurants. Tenants include
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room hotel in an inviting streetscape
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area residents and visitors alike.
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Downtown Mount Prospect, Figure A-47: Existing land use map
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of redevelopment and re -investment
in the community. The recent and
continued success of these areas has
greatly helped shape the Village's
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REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
The Village of Mount Prospect's
commercial sector is not the only
area that has thrived. Residents have
invested heavily in the neighborhoods
with a renewed focus on additions to
single family homes and new residential
construction both downtown and
throughout the Village. Figure
A-46 shows the type of residential
construction in the Village, based on
construction permits between 2011
and 2015.
Zoning
Illinois communities were first granted
the power to adopt zoning laws
in 1921, and the Village of Mount
Prospect formally prepared its first
zoning ordinance in 1923. Since
then, the Zoning Ordinance has been
updated and amended to meet the
changing conditions in the Village. The
zoning regulations will continue to be
based upon the recommendations of
the adopted Comprehensive Plan to
promote the public health, safety, and
general welfare of the Village. Today,
there are 18 separate zoning districts.
There are multiple districts for single-
family residential, multi -family
residential and commercial uses. The
charts in Figure A-49 list the current
composition of the zoning districts
within the Village and Zoning Map
(2016) is included in Figure A-50.
Zoning Code update
In 2017, the Village updated its Zoning
Ordinance to address development
trends and incorporate feedback from
community stakeholders. The result of
these updates was a clearer, simpler,
and more organized ordinance for both
staff and the development community.
Figure A-48: Type of construction permits (2011-2015)
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Figure A-50: Zoning map (2016)
APPENDIX A - Our Community Existing Conditions Summary A-38
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Since the last Comprehensive Plan
update in 2007, the Village has annexed
a large number of properties south of
Golf Road - most of which was annexed
during 2016 and 2017. These include
residential properties at Lynn Court
and Birch Manor, industrial uses along
Addison Court, Busse Road, Imperial
Court, Kenneth Drive, Nordic Road,
Malmo Drive, and East Algonquin Road.
One of the annexations also resulted in
the creation of a new zoning district- 13
Solid Waste Handling District to allow
for certain site and process specific
requirements. In all, the annexations
added approximately 200 acres and
$50 million in new equalized assessed
value to the Village. In turn, the Village
will be able to strengthen and improve
services to the newly incorporated
areas resulting in more complete and
efficient operations for key service
providers like police and fire/paramedic
services.
There are also opportunities to annex
some parcels in unincorporated Cook
County adjacent to the Village and
within the 1.5 mile distancefrom Mount
Prospect's municipal boundary (shown
in Figure A-51) and a few opportunities
for infill and redevelopment in the
downtown area and at commercial and
employment centers along the arterial
roadways.
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Revenue
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The Village of Mount Prospect has a
diverse revenue base comprised of
multiple sources. This helps reduce its
reliance on property taxes to finance
Village services and enables the
Village to maintain its financial stability
during periods of economic change.
As of 2016, sales tax receipts have
replaced property taxes as the largest
contributor to the Village's annual
revenue (Figure A-52). This revenue
growth is in part due to the successes
in Randhurst Village and Kensington
Business Park.
Property values
The equalized assessed value (EAV)
is the value of a property on which
the tax rate is applied. Analysis of the
EAV is one method of measuring the
economic health of a community. After
declining during the recent recession
(2010-2013), the Village's total EAV
has been on the upward trend again
(Figure A-53). In 2016, the EAV had
increased by nineteen percent (19%)
compared to the previous year. The
annexation of Cook County properties
into the Village during 2016 added
approximately $50 million in industrial
property EAV alone. Other contributors
to the increase in EAV include the new
commercial properties in the Village -
specifically at Randhurst Village,
Kensington Business Center, and other
retail centers, and improvements to
the residential building stock. The table
in Figure A-54 lists the top contributors
as of 2015.
APPENDIX A - Our Community
Annual Sales Tax Revenue Growth was 9.2%from 2012 to 2016
Figure A-52: Mount Prospect's Sources of Revenue
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2015 EAV Source: Cook County Clerk's office, 2015 EAV data
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Existing Conditions Summary A-40
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Business services
Mount Prospect is a business friendly
community. The Village has several
incentives and resources aimed
at attracting new businesses and
economic development opportunities
while retaining and improving strong
businesses and the talented labor pool
that already exist in the community.
These programs include fagade and
interior remodel grants, provision
of market information, guidance
through the development process,
and programs such as Mount Prospect
Entrepreneurs Initiative (MPEI) and
Experience Mount Prospect.
MPEI is a partnership between Mount
Prospect, Mount Prospect Public Library,
and the Mount Prospect Chamber of
Commerce. MPEI was started in 2013
as the Entrepreneur's Cafe to help fill
vacancies within downtown Mount
Prospect by reaching out to aspiring
entrepreneurs that were unsure about
how to take the "first step". From about
4 events per year, this program now
organizes a dozen events annually on
topics varying from business marketing
/ social media to succession planning.
The target audience has broadened to
include all types of business owners —
both aspiring and established. In 2016,
this MPEI was honored with a bronze
award for Entrepreneurship programs
from the International Economic
Development Council. Experience
Mount Prospect is an online tool
that includes a website, calendar and
news on business in the community.
It gives a glimpse of what's going
on and highlights local businesses
and community events. The Village
also has a TV show called Dish'n Out
Mount Prospect that features unique
restaurants and eateries located
throughout the Village. It promotes
these food establishments by taking
viewers virtually to the small out-of-
the-way establishments that offer
diverse cuisines.
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Welcome to MPEI! We offer resources to help strengthen and support entrepreneurship.
• Business (Event Cniendor - MPEI updates a calendar of events which cater specifically to
entrepreneurs. Awide variety of workshops, webinars, and expos are listed, along with
registration details. Many of these events are free of charge and are hosted locally.
• Business workshops: from finance to social media, we'll help you find the program that will help
you strengthen, or even start, your small business.
• Spotlight on Success Flim Series. featuring films designed to inspire and educate current and future
entrepreneurs.
• MPEI E -Newsletter, an informative email newsletter fiIled with articles of Interest to small
business owners. is delivered straightto your inbox. Never miss an upcoming business event, sign
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themselves available to offer advice to those;ust startingout. Many of our advisors participate in
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loor-inpe-c incentives
Tax Increment Financing is a public
financing tool that is used to spur
development in a defined area. It allows
the Village to re -invest incremental tax
dollars in the defined area for a 23 -
year period. Mount Prospect has had
one TIF (Downtown TIF No. 1) that was
retired in 2016 and a new TIF (Prospect
and Main TIF) established in 2017.
Downtown TIF No. 1 was established
in 1985 and had three amendments:
1988,1993, and 2006. At the time it was
created, the value of properties in the
district equated to around $12 million.
Properties in the district are worth
over $30 million today. Improvement
projects funded by TIF moneys over
the last ten years include the Village's
Fagade Rebate Program, Interior Build
out Program, Downtown Streetscape
Program, infrastructure improvements,
and corridor furnishings. A timeline of
TIF No. 1 is included in Figure A-55.
Prospect and Main TIF was established
in 2017 to provide the Village with
an economic development tool to
encourage development on several
key parcels in the downtown area
and to address many of the key
recommendations from the Village's
Downtown Plan. Six opportunity sites
were identified in the downtown
for redevelopment (shown in Figure
A-56). In addition, the TIF will provide
funds to stimulate private investment
in existing storefronts through the
Fagade Improvement Program, and a
funding source for infrastructure and
streetscape enhancements in this area.
Cook County Class 6b
This Class 6b classification is a a real
estate tax incentive designed to
encourage development of industrial
facilities, rehabilitate existing industrial
structures, re -utilize abandoned
buildings, stimulate expansion, and
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increase employment opportunities.
Properties receiving Class 6b are
assessed at ten percent (10%) of
market value for the first ten years,
fifteen percent (15%) in the eleventh
year and twenty percent (20%) in
the twelfth year. This constitutes a
substantial reduction in the level of
assessment and results in significant
tax savings. In the absence of this
incentive, industrial real estate would
normally be assessed at 25% of its
market value. The Village utilizes the
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Community Resources
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Public Library
The 101,000 square foot main branch
building of the Mount Prospect
Public Library is next to Village Hall,
in downtown Mount Prospect. The
Library also has a South Branch that is
part of a 1,100 square foot facility along
with the Community Connections
Center in a shopping center on the
south side of the community. This
branch was established to provide
better access to community residents.
It has a full range of library services
and staff who are bilingual in Spanish,
Polish, and English. The library serves
approximately 51,000 cardholders and
a collection of approximately 489,000
items, with an annual circulation figure
of 967,000. The programs offered
include -
Main Library services include:
• 3-D printing
• ADA accessibility
• Computers and wifi
• Homebound Delivery
• Interlibrary loan
• Meeting rooms
• Research assistance
• School services
• Voter registration
• Wireless internet
Events include: story -time, playtime
for children and parents, reading
programs, tech classes, book
clubs, programs for all ages, movie
nights, concerts and plays, business
workshops, and job seeker programs.
South Branch Library services
include:
• ADA accessibility
• Computers and wifi
• Interlibrary loan
• Reader's advisory
• Voter registration
• Research assistance
Events include: story -time, reading
programs, and family programs.
Fiscal Year 2016:
217151TEMS PER DAY
TOTAL CIRCULATION OF ITEMS
921,990 95% 44,560 5%
Print and A/V downloadable media
1,430PROGRAMS
361834PROGRAM ATTENDANCE
World Language Collection
Spanish, Polish, Korean, Gujarati, Russian,
Japanese, Chinese, French and others
Green initiatives
Green Farmer's Market
Healthy eating programs
Homt aok.*ad DAvery Service
Provides free delivery to resident members
that have a disability or long-term illness that
prevents them from physically coming to the
library.
Public Art
Permanent collection that promotes lifelong
learning through the arts.
Figure A-58: Types of programs offered by the Library
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Youth programs 10%
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Young adult programs
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Discussions
Senior sessions
South branch programs
Special programs (Adult & youth)
Trends:
• In 2016, total circulation was essentially unchanged from the prior year,
supported in part by less restrictive circulation policies.
• The most popular subjects for patron searches of the Library's electronic
subscription resources are business, genealogy, and journal articles,
generating a combined 70% of all searches.
• Patrons for public meeting and gathering spaces at the library continues
to grow, with expanded study rooms experiencing an average 668
reservations per month in 2016.
• A newly constructed Teen Space was opened to the public in January 2016.
• Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM)
programming both in the library and at local schools has increased, in
addition to related resources for checkout.
Future direction/events:
• Programs for new and emerging technologies.
• More active learning opportunities that support literacy, Common Core
standards, and STEAM.
• Continued support for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
• Investigate the need to expand off-site activities and services.
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Other Community Services
SENIOR SERVICES
The Community Room at Village Hall
is used to host a number of senior
citizen groups, meetings and events.
The groups sponsor lectures, scrabble,
cards, chorus, holiday parties,
luncheons, and other events. The
Human Services Department provides
a monthly newsletter (The Senior
Sentinel) and a schedule of activities
and important information for senior
residents.
HANUL FAMILY ALLIANCE
Established in 1999 as a suburban
satellite office, Hanul is a Korean
American Senior Center to meet the
needs of primarily limited -English-
speaking Korean elderly. Services
and programs provided at this
facility include senior service, family
support, community health, legal and
immigration services, and culture and
education programs.
MYER'S PLACE
Located at Busse, Dempster and
Algonquin, Myer's Place offers 21
one -bedroom and 18 studio units
of permanent supportive housing
for individuals with special needs.
Many of the residents at this location
are originally from Mount Prospect,
Arlington Heights and Elk Grove
Village.On-site case management and
social work services are provided
by the Kenneth Young center, one of
our area's community mental health
providers.
DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
YOUTH SERVICES DEPARTMENT,
ELK GROVE TOWNSHIP
Located in Mount Prospect, this
department provides sliding fee based
counseling services to Township youth
and their families, while also offering
"life skills" building groups through its
Challenge Program.
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"IcTli SERVICES
TURKISH AMERICAN CENTER
Mount Prospect is also home to the
Turkish American Society of Chicago
(TASC) whose mission is to integrate the
Turkish -American community in the
Chicago area, and promote the Turkish
culture. The society plans and executes
cultural, inter -cultural, educational,
religious, charitable, literary, sporting,
and social programs and activities.
APPENDIX A - Our Community
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Existing Conditions Summary A-46
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Community Landmarke-
Mount
Prospect has a number of
buildings in the community that are
important pieces of the community's
history.
MOUNT PROSPECT HISTORICAL
SOCIETY
Located at the 1906 Dietrich Friedrich's
house, - now a museum, the objective
of the Mount Prospect Historical
Society is to advance the discovery,
preservation and dissemination of
historical and current information
related to Mount Prospect and the
surrounding area.
SCHOOL HOUSE
Constructed in 1896, first moved in
1939, and moved a second time in
2008 to its current location, Central
School was the first school building in
Mount Prospect. This building was the
location of many historic events in the
community including the inception of
the Fire Department, the incorporation
of Mount Prospect as a Village, the first
library building, and also community
events like the first movie screening. It
was rightly called a "Community Hall"
and today is a part of Mount Prospect
Historical Society's Museum Campus.
CAPPANARI'S ICE CREAM SHOP
Before being restored and moved to its
current location, this was the Moehling
General Store. The Mount Prospect
Post Office was established at this
General Store.
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Community Events
The Village organizes a number of
community events for residents to
enjoy including concerts, farmers'
markets, and holiday events. Some of
the events co-sponsored by the Village
include the Farmers' Market, Fridays
on the Green, 4th of July Parade and
Fireworks, Downtown Block Party, Tree
Lighting, Fall Festival, Irish Fest and
Oktoberfest.
APPENDIX A - Our Community Existing Conditions Summary
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Public Safety and Emergency Services
Mount Prospect's public safety
departments are located downtown.
The Police Department, Fire
Department, and Fire Station #13
share the building. In addition, the
fire department has a station (#12)
on Golf Road and a new station (#14)
on Kensington Road that was build in
2013. The map in Figure A-59 shows
the locations of the police and fire
stations that serve the community.
Police and Fire Department building and Fire Station #13, downtown Mount Prospect
Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services
• Department staff: Seventy-two full-
time sworn firefighters, sixty-nine
of whom are paramedic certified.
Thirty members are trained and
certified in special rescue disciplines
such as: hazardous material,
confined space, below grade, high
angle, and water rescue. In addition,
the department is supported by
thirteen Paid -on -Call firefighters,
thirty-five Community Emergency
Response Team members, as well
as Mutual -Aid agreements with the
surrounding communities.
• Fleet: 15 fire, emergency medical,
and special rescue vehicles, including
a tower ladder truck with full fire
suppression capabilities, a 105 foot
aerial ladder, and six fully manned
and equipped Advanced Life Support
vehicles.
• Fire Prevention Bureau: Five full-
time individuals specializing in plan
review, fire investigation, community
risk reduction, emergency
management, and evacuation
planning.
• Public Education division: includes
multiple fire and life safety programs
and offers training in critical
areas such as CPR, AED, and fire
extinguisher use.
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Trends and achievements:
• Emergency service calls have
remained relatively steady over
the last five years.
• Emergency medical service calls
have increased and are nearly 70
percent of the Department's calls.
• Response time has improved due
to the mutual aid agreement with
neighboring communities.
• Development and implementation
of an Active Shooter Program
Future needs:
Continue staff training, safety
education for seniors, and
public education efforts - in
different languages as needed
to communicate with Mount
Prospect's diverse community.
Ensure code compliance for all
newly annexed properties in the
Village.
Fire Station #14
Figure A-60: Fire Department statistics and data for 2016, and prior year calls
IS011295 hours
RATED FIRE DEPARTMENT AND In 2015, firefighters averaged over 295 hours of
CELEBRATED 100 YEARS IN 2013 fire, EMS and career development training — a
3.5% increase in training hours compared to
2014 !
31800 St 22 annual Open House
FIRE INSPECTIONS
35" annual Children's Fire Safety Festival
320
FIRE INVESTIGATIONS PUBLIC EDUCATION ACTIVITIES PLAN REVIEWS
CALLS FOR SERVICE BY STATION &VEHICLE
11,972
TOTAL VEHICLE
RESPONSES
r
5,944
TOTAL INCIDENT
RESPONSES
2500
2,273
2,030 2,037
2000
1,732
1,503
1500
1,252
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CALLS FOR SERVICE
BY CALL TYPE
Rescue & Emergency
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Medical Calls
2013
76
• Service/Other Calls
17.4%
False Alarms
10.0%
Hazardous Situation Calls
3.0%
Other Fires
0.9%
• Structure Fires
0.4%(23)
Fire calls
2011
76
2012
76
2013
76
2014
76
2015
81
EMS calls
3703
3841
3928
3985
4061
Other calls
2150
1857
1875
1850
1802
otal emergency calls
5929
5774
5879
5911
5944
4utual aid given
206
235
257
243
262
4utual aid received
330
300
300
342
377
otal mutual aid calls
536
535
557
585
639
►uto aid given 238 244 238 235 218
,uto aid received 182 143 98 209 158
otal auto aid calls 420 387 336 444 376
Mutual Aid Calls -Given --Calls for assistance from neighboring communities when their local/immediate
emergency response capabilities are overwhelmed; Mutual Aid Calls -Received --Calls for assistance to neigh-
boring communities when our local immediate emergency response capabilities are overwhelmed.
Automatic Aid Calls -Given --Responses from Mount Prospect Fire Department to surrounding communities
because of the close proximity of city limits; Automatic Aid Calls -Received --Responses from surrounding
communities -'fire departments to Mount Prospect because of the close proximity of city limits.
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Police Unarymon
• 80 full-time employees and 2 part-
time employees.
• 52 vehicles and 8 bicycles.
• Currently pursuing a Tier I Illinois Law
Enforcement Accreditation.
• Conducts a number of trust building
and public education programs,
besides general services.
Trends:
• Northwest Central Dispatch
Service calls have been in decline
(Figure A-61).
• Since the introduction of the
Crime Free Housing Program
in 20071 Mount Prospect has
seen a 31% decrease in crime at
apartment buildings. Part I and
Part II crimes have also decreased
in general in the community.
• As shown in Figure A-62, while
juvenile arrests have decreased,
the annual number of these
arrests and vehicle crashes have
been consistent since 2013.
• In 2013, nearly one in five
crashes (equaling 18% percent
of crashes) in the U.S. which
involved personal injury was due
to distracted driving - an 11%
increase since 2011.*
Future needs: The space needs
analysis study will determine if
a new facility is needed for the
department. With respect to
resources, there is an interest
in seeing more motorcycles and
ATVs, and purchasing automatic
license plate readers. A manpower
allocation study would need to be
done in the future, if the Village
annexes a significant number of
residential units. Active recruiting
and employee retention are
priorities now and in the future as
well.
*National Center for Statistics and Analysis, Distracted Driving:
2013 Data, in Traffic Safety Research Notes. DOT HS 812 132.
April 2015, National Highway Traffic Safety Admin. D.C.
**VoMP 2016 survey results
Perception of safety in the community (as per the 2016 Village Survey)-
Y1 �0 felt either "very safe" or "safe" within the Village
94% felt "ver safe" or "safe" in their neighborhood during the da
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Top public safety service improvements:
• Increase the visibility of police in neighborhoods
• Improve efforts to prevent crime
• Organize ,jeighborhood Watch in the community's neighborhoods
Public Safety and Education Programs
• Officer Friendly Programs
• Community Town Hall Event
• Crime Prevention Programming
• Coffee With the Cops
• Crime Free Housing Program
• Child Safety Seat Installation
• Kicking It With the Cops
• Social Media accounts
• National Night Out
Figure A-61: Number of annual calls recorded by NWCDS1
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services for Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Elk Grove Village, Hoffman Estates, Inverness, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Prospect
Heights, Rolling Meadows, Schaumburg and Streamwood.
Figure A-62: Historic data for crashes, arrests and crimes in Mount Prospect
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Community Health and Wellness
Healthcare & Medical
Services
While there are no hospitals in the
community, there are a number of
immediate care facilities that serve
Mount Prospect. These include
Amita Health, Northwest Community
Healthcare, and NorthShore Medical
Group.
Hospitals in the region include:
Northwest Community Hospital 3milles
Presence Holy Family Medical Center 3milles
Advocate Lutheran General 5milles
NorthShore University Health System 6milles
Health & human services
The Human Services Department of
the Village of Mount Prospect and a
number of public, private and non-
profit organizations offer a wide
range of health and human services
to the community. The organizations
include Elk Grove Township, Wheeling
Township, Northwest Compass,
Catholic Charities, Right at Home
Mount Prospect, and Frisbie Senior
Center; for domestic violence cases -
Life Span, WINGS Program, and
Northwest Center Against Sexual
Assault; for mental health cases -
Kenneth Young Center, Alexian Center
for Mental Health, Journeys the Road
Home, and National Alliance for the
Mentally III. These organizations
each focus on a specific issue or area
of need, and the Human Services
Department helps direct residents to
related organizations for the services
not provided by the Village.
Community Garden at Busy Bees Montessori in Mount Prospect
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REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The Human Services Department
provides nursing and social services
to improve the health and wellbeing
of the community's residents. Figure
A-63 lists all the social services,
community health and senior citizen
programs provided. In addition, the
Community Connections Center (CCC)
was opened in 2007 on the south side
of the community to provide residents
with easy access to social, medical,
health, and other services. In addition,
the Mount Prospect Public Library
developed the South Branch at this
Center, which provides needed library
services to this area. The other partner
agencies that provide programs at the
Center include School District 59 and
WINGS. The Center receives grant
funds from Elk Grove Township and a
Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) to run some of its programs.
Future service expansion
opportunities:
• Job training
• Mental health counseling
• Bus/van pool to take seniors to
the Senior Center downtown from
the south side/CCC
• Use of CDBG funds to create
new services (e.g.: job training),
child care, substance abuse
services, education programs,
energy conservation, recreational
services, etc.
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Figure A-63: Programs provided by the Human Services Department, including
the Community Connections Center
SOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAMMING: PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING:
Community Social Services-
• Case Management and Advocacy
• Crisis Intervention
• Informational Handouts
• Information and Referrals
• Notary Public
• Outreach Social Work
• Benefit Application Assistance
• Latino Outreach
• Program Enrollment Assistance
Financial Assistance-
• Family swimming pool pass
• Food Pantry Program
• Holiday Meal Basket Program
• My School, My Choice Program
Fire and police referrals-
• Apartment and House Fire Calls
• Police Social Services
Community Health Services-
* Medical Equipment Lending Closet
Health Screenings-
• Blood pressure clinic
• Cholesterol Screening
• Health Education Classes and
Seminars (e.g.: session on nutrition,
public health awareness drives on
the Zika virus)
• Public Health Nurse Office Visit
Health Screenings Outreach-
• Community outreach nursing
• Senior Subsidized Residence Health
Screening Services
Home Safety and Services-
• Call Check
• LifeLine Program
• Special Needs Registry
Food Pantry - To address diversity in Public Health Coordination -
the community, special focus groups . Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
have been conducted to understand . Senior health month
the type of foods people would want
to receive through the Food Pantry.
Food collection drive for the Food Pantry
SENIOR CITIZEN PROGRAMMING:
• Income Tax Assistance
• Senior Handyman Program
• Donations of fruits and vegetables
from the farmer's market
Activities-
• Club and Organization Meetings
(e.g.: Senior walking club)
• Monthly Newsletter
Transportation
• A Transportation Brochure
• RTA Free Ride Card
• Odd Job Listings
Wellness
• Senior Assessment Program
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Healthy Food Accw'-�
Food deserts The Food Access
Research Atlas produces maps
showing census tracts that are both
low income and have low access to
healthy food (Figure A-64). Low access
to healthy food is defined as being far
from a large grocery store. A census
tract is considered to have low access
if a significant number or share of
individuals in the tract is far from a
supermarket. Low-income census
tracts where a significant number
(at least 500 people) or share (at
least 33 percent) of the population is
greater than 1.0 mile from the nearest
supermarket, supercenter, or large
grocery store. This tool highlights areas
that have a combination of low income,
distance to supermarkets, and vehicle
access that contribute to food deserts.
Based on the adjacent map, there are
currently no food deserts within Mount
Prospect. But access to fresh foods can
always be improved. Figure A-65 shows
the food insecurity rate in the County
which would could also be improved
over time. The Village already has a
Farmer's Market during the warmer
months that is well attended. The
Human Services department also runs
a Food Pantry. In addition, fresh food
donations from the Farmer's Market
are made available for seniors and
families in need in the community at
the Community Connections Center.
There are two community gardens
in Mount Prospect that are privately
managed.
Figure A-64: Map showing the locations of food deserts
Source- Food Access Research Atlas
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Infrastructure and services
Roads
5% of the Village owned roads are
repaved each year. Mount Prospect has
an annual street resurfacing program
to maintain the high quality road
network and ensure safe travel. Other
recent completed roadway projects
include:
• In 2016, the Village completed 36
streets / 6.96 miles of intermittent
curb repair and asphalt resurfacing
at various locations.
• The Neighborhood Traffic Study
included a traffic control analysis
and implementation, resulting in a
sharp drop in neighborhood traffic
complaints.
• Bicycle route signage project
• 2016 new sidewalk program -
included the installation of new
sidewalk at the following locations:
1) The south side of Camp McDonald
Road, between Burning Bush Lane
and River Road; 2) The south side of
Lonnquist Boulevard, between Elm
Street and School Street.
Elmhurst Road Interchange Project
at 1-90. This $54 million project will
provide a full access interchange at
1-90 and is scheduled to be completed
in 2017. It included construction of
a new ramps, as well as the bridge
carrying Elmhurst Road traffic over
the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(1-90), reconstruction and widening of
Elmhurst Road and improvements to
the intersection of Elmhurst Road and
Oakton Street.
136miles OF ROADS
Lonnquist Boulevard in Mount Prospect
Diverging diamond interchange at 1-90 and Elmhurst Road
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Sewer Svstem
Sanitary and stormwater sewers
Mount Prospect owns and operates
sewer systems in the areas shown on
the adjacent maps (Figure A-66). The
remaining areas are served by systems
owned by Illinois American Water and
Elk Grove Township. The Village owned
system consists of both combined and
separate sewers. The older parts of
the Village have a combined system
that was constructed in the 1920s. In
the 1960s, the first separate sanitary
and storm sewers were constructed.
Today, all newly installed sewers have
separate sanitary and stormwater
systems.
Many older homes have a shared
gravity sewer, subject to basement
flooding. The Village attempted a
program in 2010 to help homeowners
install overhead sewers with no money
down, but the program only received 14
participants. From 2006 through 2013,
approximately $7.43 million was spent
to rehabilitate the combined sewers
based on their condition. In 2015,
the Village commissioned another
program to determine the condition
of all the combined sewers that had
not been rehabilitated. The pie chart
in Figure A-67 shows the condition of
the remaining combined sewers and
lists the rehabilitation schedule to fix
the conditions by either lining the pipe
segment or replacing the defective
section of pipe.
Figure A-66: Service area for separate and combines sewers in Mount Prospect
66%OF THE VILLAGE OWNED
SYSTEM IS SEPARATE SANITARY AND
STORM SEWERS
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schedule
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SEWER REHABILITATION
SCHEDULE:
GRADE 5 2016-2017
GRADE 4 2018-2019
GRADE 3 2020-2030
Note- Grade 5 indicates the worst condition.
ie 4, 20%
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Water Supply
Mount Prospect is served by Lake
Michigan water that is delivered by
Northwest Suburban JAWA (municipal)
and Illinois American Water (shown in
Figure 68). On-going water main work
includes replacement of deteriorated
water mains to prevent leakage that
can cause disruption of service and
degradation of water quality.
Future needs: The existing water
supply and sewer systems are
sufficient to meet the current and
future demands of growth and
development in the community.
Water conservation While Mount
Prospect does not face a pressing
need to conserve water, conservation
is a goal for the Village. In the recent
past, the Village has offered a Free
Rain Barrel Program to residents
of a maximum of 4 rain barrels per
household.
Solid Waste
Management
Mount Prospect has a contract with
Republic Services for residential solid
waste collection services, including
refuse, recycling, yard waste, bulk
items, white goods (appliances),
construction, move -in debris,
Christmas tree, and fall leaf collection.
Recycling In partnership with the Solid
Waste Agency of Northern Cook County
(SWANCC), the Village also offers the
recycling of compact fluorescent light
bulbs, computer/electronics, batteries,
holiday lights and extension cords, and
prescription drugs/sharps disposal.
Figure A-68: Water service statistics for 2017 in Mount Prospect and map
showing the service area for Village and Illinois American Water
$10.97 PER 1,000 GALLONS
Municipal Combined Water/Sewer
Service Rate (2017)
MILES OF WATER MAINS
818 0 01 O -'d& 0 0 GALLONS
STORAGE CAPACITY
4,970,000GALLONS
PEAK DAILY DEMAND
4%increase since 2016
11886METERED ACCOUNTS
315711651GALLONS
AVERAGE DAILY DEMAND
1,238,000GAILONS
EXCESS DAILY CAPACITY
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ELECTRICITY
Electricity in Mount Prospect is
delivered by Commonwealth Edison,
while there is a choice of ComEd,
Municipal Aggregation Program, or
other supplier for electricity suppliers.
NATURAL GAS
Gas in Mount Prospect is delivered by
N ICOR Gas
Gas supply charge:
42 cents/therm
(January 2017)
This is a 56% increase from Jan 2016
when it was 27 cents/therm.
APPENDIX A - Our Community
ComEd rate: 6.318 cents per kWh
Aggregation Program Rate*: 7.499 cents per kWh
*Residents and small commercial customers have the opportunity to participate in an "opt -out" municipal aggregation plan to
receive electric energy from an alternate retail electric supplier. Rates are as of January 2017.
Why aggregate?? Village of Mount Prospect's Electric Aggregation Program with
Homefield Energy is an `opt -out' program to pay for 100% renewable energy
from Homefield Energy instead of ComEd. The current contract ends in August
2017. This aggregation is aimed to help residents and eligible small businesses
save money by creating a combined customer group that has more buying power
than individual residents and businesses, besides choosing an electric supply
offer that includes a higher percentage of renewable power.
Multi -use path along the ComEd utility right-of-way in Mount Prospect
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Sustainability
Greenest Region
Compact
The Village passed a resolution
endorsing the Metropolitan Mayors
Caucus' Greenest Region Compact
(GRC) in 2008, and another resolution
in 2016 endorsing the Greenest
Region Compact 2. The GRC2 presents
consensus goals for environmental
sustainability to be addressed by local
municipalities. The ten sustainability
areas addressed by the Compact are
climate, economic development,
energy, land, leadership, mobility,
municipal operations, sustainable
communities, waste & recycling, and
water. Within each area are goals that
are aligned with important regional,
national and global goals. The GRC2
Framework offers a menu of options
in each of the ten sustainability areas
to allow communities to assess their
current initiatives, select suitable goals
and actions, and tailor objectives and
strategies to their needs in preparing
a local sustainability plan. The GRC2
also notes the following achievements
by the Village in different types of
program areas listed in Figure A-70.
There is opportunity for the Village to
use the GRCs's framework to track and
achieve all the goals outlined in the
Compact.
Energy Strategy Plan
In 2009, the Department of Energy
(DOE) notified the Village of Mount
Prospect that it was eligible to receive
$489,600 as a direct formula grant via
the Energy Efficiency and Conservation
Block Grant (EECBG) Program. One of
the primary requirements under the
grant was to submit an Energy Efficiency
and Conservation Strategy. The Village
Figure A-69: Mount Prospect's achievements noted by the Greenest Region
Compact Program (Source- http://mayorscaucus.org/initiatives/environment)
Primary Indicators
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Mobility
Water & Wastewater
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
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Waste & Recycling
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Climate Change
Figure A-71: list of LEED* certified buildings in Mount Prospect
(Source- http://USGBC.org)
Starbucks Mt. Prospect - Certified
Myers Place - Certified
Mount Prospect Fire Station - Gold
AMC Randhurst 12 Theatres - Silver
* Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
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hired Camp Dresser & McKee Inc. to
develop the Village's first ever Energy
Strategy Plan which was adopted in
April 2010. The charts included in
Figure A-72, show the energy use
patterns included in this Plan. The
Plan also set forth the Village's energy
efficiency goals and objectives, as well
as strategies to achieve them.
As an implementation step from
the Energy Strategy Plan, the Village
of Mount Prospect and Mount
Prospect Public Library entered into
an Intergovernmental Agreement in
2011 to create The Mount Prospect
Sustainability Education Program. This
program consists of monthly sessions
and materials to educate residents and
businesses about energy efficiency,
recycling, and water conservation. In
addition, the Village and the Library
hosted a Green Fair which included
seminars on a wide range of topics,
from local community farming to wind
power to electric cars and biking.
Other notable projects funded by the
grant included:
• The design and installation of signage
at the Mount Prospect Fire Station
14 on Kensington Road, highlighting
and illustrating the facility's energy
efficiency and sustainability features
to serve as a model for sustainable
building construction;
• A home weatherization rebate
program;
• Creation of a community bike plan
by Active Transportation Alliance and
Sam Schwartz Engineering; and
• Installation of LED streetlights
on Prospect Avenue and at the
Kensington Business Center to save
energy and reduce overall costs to
light the roadways.
APPENDIX A - Our Community
Figure A-72: Snapshot of the use of energy for Village operations (2009)
Source- Mount Prospect Energy Strategy Plan
Electricity usage
6,447,000 kWh per year
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114 000 germs per yea fub
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30%
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Natural Resources and Flood Hazards
Urban Forestry
The Village was named a 2015 Tree
City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation
in honor of its commitment to effective
urban forest management, marking
the 31St time the Village has received
Tree City USA recognition. The Village's
commitment to urban forestry is
most notable in its many tree -lined
neighborhoods. In 2013, the Village
also completed an Urban Forestry
Management Plan to help guide the
ongoing management of the thousands
of trees growing on Village parkways.
Every year, the Villages
Christmas tree is p iocpll
tree donated by a resident
StormwaTer management
Federal regulations require all
municipal separate storm sewer
systems (MS4s) to obtain storm
water permits for their discharges
into receiving waters (lakes, streams,
rivers). To meet federal regulations,
Village has developed a MS4 Storm
Water Management Program (SWMP)
that describes the procedures and
practices to help reduce the discharge
of pollutants into storm water runoff.
Compliance with this program is
intended to protect water quality,
which will in turn contribute to cleaner
14 000, PARKWAY TREES
Figure A-73: Graphic showing the value of Mount Prospect's parkway trees
Source- Mount Prospect's Urban Forestry Management Plan
Air Quality
Improvement
$15301 1 Horleylocwlt
Mount Prospect's Top
Spier pA Street. live Species and
°/. of Benefits Provided
Norway Maple
Gr"n Ash
Whito As
Over 14 Million Dollars of Relief
Sewers and larger sewers were
recently added in Mount Prospect!
Energy
Savings
$482,343
CO2 Reduction
$132,#x5
"1 Storm Water
Runoff Deduction
$1,132,380
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lakes and streams, improve recreational
opportunities and tourism, reduce
flood damage, improve aesthetics and
wildlife habitat, and contribute to a
safer and healthier environment for
Mount Prospect residents.
Local Flood Hazards
Five waterways carry sto rmwate r into,
through, and away from the Village:
the Des Plaines River, McDonald Creek,
Feehanville Ditch, Weller Creek, and
Higgins Creek as shown on the map.
The flood hazard areas associated
with each waterway (designated by
the Federal Emergency Management
Agency) are also included on the map
in Figure A-74.
In 2011, the Village endured a record-
setting rainfall event that resulted in
widespread flooding. A comprehensive
flood study report was completed in
2012 to analyze the causes of flooding.
Two of the recommendations included
the installation of larger diameter
storm sewer mains along Lavergne
Drive and Palm Drive (completed
in 2016). Other major stormwater
improvement projects have included-
• Isabella Street drainage project
which included adding relief sewers.
• Prospect Meadows drainage
improvements to eliminate areas of
standing water in ditches by adding
stormsewer pipes and regrading the
ditches.
• Levee 37 flood control project
involved the construction of flood
control measures (levee and
pumping stations) along the Upper
Des Plaines River at Prospect Heights
and northeast Mount Prospect.
Currently, options are being
considered to increase the capacity
of the existing pumping stations to
reduce the flooding of residential
areas west of the levee.
APPENDIX A - Our Community
Figure A-74: Map showing the different flood zones within Mount Prospect
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Appendix B,,*, Community Engagement
A survey titled Community Survey was created to get feedback on key
issues, including land use, transportation, service, and other related
topics. A copy of the survey was made available in English and Spanish
(included in Figures B-1 and B-2) and was distributed through the project
website, at open houses and at different public facilities in Mount Prospect.
A total of 460 responses were received. Assuming a sample size of 20,290
households in Mount Prospect, the survey had a 95% level of confidence
with a confidence interval (margin of error) of 4.6. This means that the
responses were 95% within a +/-4.6% of the recorded values.
The survey was organized into different sections that included questions
pertaining to the respondent's age group, housing preferences, the overall
community, their neighborhood, transportation choices and issues, and
third places. A summary of the responses received for each question is
included on the following pages, along with the survey results for each
question.
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Planning our future together
DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Mount Prospect Comprehensive Plan
The Village of Mount Prospect is currently updating the Comprehensive Plan for the community. This plan is a visionary document
that guides future development. It addresses housing/residential development, transportation, economic development, land
use, natural resources and the environment, and other key community issues. How do we plan to accommodate new residents
while making it easier for the older residents to age in place, foster a sense of community and enhance the quality of life in
Mount Prospect? These are just some of the many questions that the comprehensive plan will help address over the year-long
process. Having the community engaged in this process is key to creating a truly community based plan, so your participation is
important! Stay informed and participate by going to www.envisionmp.org
You can begin participating NOW, by taking the survey below and helping to plan our future together.
- Community Development Department, Village of Mount Prospect
Community Survey
about ,you
Based on the adjacent map, where do you live in
Mount Prospect? (This will be your 'neighborhood' for the Neighborhood map, Mount Prospect
purpose of this survey)
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❑ H ❑ 1 ❑ J ❑ K ❑ L ❑ M
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❑ 1 attend community events in Mount Prospect
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❑ 14 to 19 years old ❑ 65 to 79 years old
❑ 20 to 34 years old ❑ 80+ years old M
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4 What made you select Mount Prospect as your
home? all that apply to you.
❑ Close to family
❑ Close to friends
❑ Close to work
❑ Price of housing
❑ Type of housing
❑ Metra access
❑ Randhurst Village
❑ Shopping centers
❑ Kensington Business Park
❑ Schools
❑ Parks and amenities
❑ Public Library
❑ My place of worship
❑ Municipal services
❑ Community services (nursing and social services)
❑ Tree -lined streets
❑ Community events
❑ Not applicable/Other:
your community
5 If provided, which of the following services would
you or your family use? Sall that apply.
❑ Job skills training programs or workshops
❑ Adult education (e.g.: financial planning class)
❑ Senior education (e.g.: computer class)
❑ Bilingual education/language assistance
❑ Youth services (e.g.: counseling, crisis intervention)
❑ Affordable summer programs for kids
❑ Drug/alcohol counseling
❑ Physical disability services
❑ Mental health services
❑ Non -emergency number for senior services
❑ Immigration services
6 What community events would you like to see in
the future? all that apply.
❑ Health awareness events (e.g.: 5K runs)
❑ Environmental events (e.g.: electronics recycling drive)
❑ Interfaith events (e.g.: celebration of different festivals)
❑ Cultural event celebrating my heritage (e.g.: Polish,
Indian, etc. Please specific which: )
❑ Other:
your neighborhoQt4
10 How do you perceive the following in your neighborhood?
Is a concern
Not currently a concern
Rising price of rental units
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Rising cost of living
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Renting of units or rooms on Airbnb/other websites
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Pedestrian and biker safety
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Ability to walk safely to community amenities like schools,
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parks, neighborhood retail, etc.
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Crime
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Convenient access to public transportation
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Inaccessible sidewalks
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Drive-through traffic
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Idling (running the engine while parked) delivery vehicles
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4 What made you select Mount Prospect as your
home? all that apply to you.
❑ Close to family
❑ Close to friends
❑ Close to work
❑ Price of housing
❑ Type of housing
❑ Metra access
❑ Randhurst Village
❑ Shopping centers
❑ Kensington Business Park
❑ Schools
❑ Parks and amenities
❑ Public Library
❑ My place of worship
❑ Municipal services
❑ Community services (nursing and social services)
❑ Tree -lined streets
❑ Community events
❑ Not applicable/Other:
your community
5 If provided, which of the following services would
you or your family use? Sall that apply.
❑ Job skills training programs or workshops
❑ Adult education (e.g.: financial planning class)
❑ Senior education (e.g.: computer class)
❑ Bilingual education/language assistance
❑ Youth services (e.g.: counseling, crisis intervention)
❑ Affordable summer programs for kids
❑ Drug/alcohol counseling
❑ Physical disability services
❑ Mental health services
❑ Non -emergency number for senior services
❑ Immigration services
6 What community events would you like to see in
the future? all that apply.
❑ Health awareness events (e.g.: 5K runs)
❑ Environmental events (e.g.: electronics recycling drive)
❑ Interfaith events (e.g.: celebration of different festivals)
❑ Cultural event celebrating my heritage (e.g.: Polish,
Indian, etc. Please specific which: )
❑ Other:
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15 Third places can be defined as anyplace you spend time other than work or home (e.g.: a coffee shop, bar, park,
gym, etc.) that help create a sense of place. What are your favorite third places in Mount Prospect and your
neighborhood? Mark them on the map with a * and state what they are (e.g.: Starbucks!).
16 What are your favorite places outside Mount Prospect that you visit?
What else would you like to see in Mount Prospect? Add them to the map!
PUBLIC SERVICE BUILDINGS
What else would you like to have/see more of in your neighborhood? tau that apply.
your home
7 Which of the following best describes your
living situation?
❑ Owner Renter
is Temporarily living with family/friends
❑ Senior services
8 What type of unit do you
9 What type of unit would you
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currently live in?
move to in the future?
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Townhouse
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Condominium
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Apartment
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15 Third places can be defined as anyplace you spend time other than work or home (e.g.: a coffee shop, bar, park,
gym, etc.) that help create a sense of place. What are your favorite third places in Mount Prospect and your
neighborhood? Mark them on the map with a * and state what they are (e.g.: Starbucks!).
16 What are your favorite places outside Mount Prospect that you visit?
What else would you like to see in Mount Prospect? Add them to the map!
PUBLIC SERVICE BUILDINGS
What else would you like to have/see more of in your neighborhood? tau that apply.
❑ Community garden ❑ Neighborhood watch
❑ Senior services
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❑ Affordable childcare/daycare ❑ Park/recreational opportunities
❑ Library services
❑ Neighborhood events/block parties ❑ Other (provide any details here):
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to see/use in the community? V all that apply. neighborhood.
Please drop-off your completed survey at either of these
locations by November 7°h 2D16:
❑ Transportation service to shopping centers
Community Development Dept.,
❑ Transportation service to community events
Mount Prospect Village Hall (50 S Emerson St)
❑ Transportation service for personal appointments
Community Connections Center
❑Electric vehicle fueling stations
„,,,,...,
(1711 W Algonquin Rd, Mount Prospect)
❑ Car share/ride share programs
Add your email address here to stay informed:
❑ Dedicated bike lanes
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❑ Other:
Questions? Please contact
Moliko Hainer Aica, Long Range Planner with the Village of Mount Prospect at 847.818.5312.
APPENDIX B Community Survey Summary A-64
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Figure 13-2: Copy of the Community Survey in Spanish
DRAFT (October5,2017)
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Mount Prospect Plan Integral
La Villa de Mount Prospect est6 actualizando el Plan Integral para la comunidad. El Plan Integral es un plan de largo alcance para
el crecimiento y clesarrollo de la villa clurante los pr6ximos 20 ahos. El plan guia la ubicaci6n y el carActer del clesarrollo privado
y p6blico, vivienclas, clesarrollo econ6mico, use de la tierra, transporte, recursos naturales y el medio ambiente, y otros temas
importantes de la comunidad. zC6rno planeamos para nuevos residentes, y al mismo tiempo tener en cuenta las necesiclades
de los residentes que est6n estableciclos en la comunidad, promover un sentido de comunidad y mejorar la caliclad de vida en
Mount Prospect? Estas son solo a1gunas de las preguntas que el Plan Integral ayudar6 a resolver sobre el proceso de un aho. La
participaci6n de la comunidad en este proceso es importante para crear un plan basado vercladeramente de la comunidad, por
eso su participaci6n es importante! Mant6ngase informado y participe yendo a www.envisionmp.org para ayuclar a mejorar su
comunidad. r--7
- Departamento de Desarrollo de /a comunidad, Villa de Mount Prospect
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0 Jardin de la vecindario 0 Eventos vecinales/fiestas de barrio El Vigilancia de la vecindad
0 Cuiclado econ6mico de nihos/guarderfa 0 Parque/ oportuniclacles de recreo 0 Servicios de la biblioteca
0 Servicios para personas mayores de edad 0 Otro:
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4 4 Porqu6 selecciono a Mount Prospect corn
su hogar? M"Seleccione todo to que corresponda
• Cerca de la familia
• Cerca de los amigos
• Cerca del trabajo
• Precio de las vivienclas
• Tipo de vivienda
• Acceso al Metra
• Randhurst Village
• Centros comerciales
• Kensington Business Park
• Escuelas
• Parques y comodidades
• Biblioteca P6blica
• Lugar de adoraci6n
• Los servicios municipales
• Servicios comunitarios (enfermerfa v los ser%
• Calles con arboles
• Eventos de la comunidad
• No aplica/otro:
su comunidad
5zCu6l de los siguientes servicios usted o su familia utilizaria
si fueran disponibles? Aunque usted no es residente.
rdSeleccione todo to que corresponda.
• Capacitaci6n laboral, programas de entrenamiento y
seminarios
• Educaci6n para adultos (clase de planificaci6n financiera)
• Educaci6n para personas mayores de edad (clases de
computadoras)
• Educaci6n bilinguel
• Servicios para los j6venes (consejeria, intervenci6n en crisis)
• Programas de verano econ6micos para los nihos
• Consejeria para las drogas y el alcohol
• Servicios para discapacitaclos
• Servicios de salud mental
• N6mero que no sea de emergencia para personas mayor de
edad
• Servicios de Inmigraci6n
• Otro:
6ZQuL& eventos de la comunidad le gustaria ver en el futuro?
St Seleccione todo to que corresponda.
• Eventos de salud (carrera de S km)
• Eventos de reciclaje
• Celebraci6n de festivales
• Evento cultural celebrando mi herencia (Polaco, Indio)
• Otro:
su hogar
7 4 COI de las siguientes opciones describe mejor su situaci6n de vivienda?
0 Dueho Inquilino Viviendo temporalmente con familia / amigos
8 Z En qu6
tipo de casa
9 4 En qu6 tipo de casa le
vives ahorita?
gustaria moverse en el futuro?
Casa para una sola familia
0
0
Casa para una sola familia que se divide por solo una pared
0
0
Casa unifamiliar
0
0
Condominio
0
0
Apartamento
0
0
Casa m6vil
0
0
Uniclad accesorio
0
0
Centro de asistencia de vivienda (unidades a precio de mercado)
0
0
Centro de asistencia de vivienda (unidades asequibles)
0
0
Instalaci6nes de vida asisticla
0
0
Asilo de ancianos
0
0
Centro de atenci6n a de la memoria
0
0
El desarrollo de use mixto (tiendas en el primer piso y apartamentos arriba)
0
0
Otro
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15 Tercer lugar se pueden clefinir corno cualquier lugar que le gusta pasar el tiempo que no sea el trabajo o en
el hogar (cafeteria, barra, parclue, ginnnasio) que ayudan a crear un sentido de lugar. ZCuAles son sus terceros
lugares favoritos en Mount Prospect y su vecindario? MArcelos en el mapa con una 7- * y diga lo que son.
16Z Cu6les son sus lugares favoritos fuera de Mount Prospect que visita?
Z Qu6 mAs le gustaria ver en Mount Prospect? M6rcelos en el maps!
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en la comunidad? fi(todo to que corresponda.
transporte en su vecindario.
encuesta! Por favor, deje su encuesta completacla en
cualquiera de estos lugares antes de Novievnbre 7 de 2-016:
• El servicio de transporte a los centros comerciales
0 Departamento de Desarrollo de la Comuniclad,
• servicio de transporte a los eventos de la comunidadMount
Prospect Village Hall (50 S Emerson St)
0 Community Connections Center
• servicio de transporte para citas personales
(1711 W Algonquin Rd, Mount Prospect)
• Estaciones para vehiculos el6ctricos
Pirecci6n de correo efectr6nico:
• Compartir coche y compartir programas de viaje
• Area cledicada para bicicletas
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�Preguntos?Fovorde contactor Molika Hciner Alcp, Long Range PlannerVillage of Mount Prospect (847)818-5312.
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�R �E V �� �E w D R A F T (October 5, 1
Pacnonce summarla
Summary of responses received
for Questions 1, 2 and 3:
Survey results indicate that the
survey was completed by residents
�
Q1. Based on the adjacent map, where do you live.
from all neighborhoods in the
Village.
G L J
Of the total responses received,
B
ninety-five percent (95%) of the
A
respondents were residents of
KENSINGTON RD A
Mount Prospect. Respondents992°
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included all age groups. The
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majority of the respondents were
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between the ages of 35 and 64.
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Q2. Which statement best describes you?
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Live in Mou nt Mou rat Mou nt
Go m munity (pleas
O U n t Prospect Prospect Prospect
eve i is in S pecify).
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Flaunt,..
Q3. Select the age group that you fall within.
12.3%
0.4% 0. D '0.4%
0%
to 13 14 to 19, 20 to 34 35 to 49 50 to 64 65 to 79 80+
gears old years aid years old years old years old years old years old
APPENDIX B Community Survey Summary A-66
R E V I E w D R A �F 'T Pctober 5, 20 17)
Summary of responses received
for Question 4:
Respondents were asked to identify
the reasons they selected Mount
Prospect as their home. Sixty-seven
percent (67%)of the respondents
selected schools as their top reason,
and around fifty percent (50%)
selected price of housing. The
third reason for choosing Mount
Prospect was the Metra access.
Q4. What made you select Mount Prospect as your home?
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roofship
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services
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services.,.
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E D R A �F T (Ou'tober 5, 20 17)
Summary of responses received
for Question 5:
Respondents indicated that they
would take advantage of several Q5. If provided, which of the following services would you or
services if provided in Mount your family use?
Prospect. Respondents indicated
the highest interest in affordable 7 r
summer programs for kids at
fifty-seven percent (57%), adult 40%
education at thirty-eight percentr��i
i���{ 1% 18%
(38%), and senior education at 200/6 ._.. 8 7 f
twenty-one percent (21%). 0
} 1%
Among the "other" service ideas, 0
Joh skills, training programs or workshops Drug/alcolholcounseling
responses that were mentioned Adult education, (e.g.: financial planning class) Physical disability services
multiple times included a senior Senior education (e.g.:computer class) Mental health services
center, affordable school before Bilingual education/language assistance Born -emergency number for senior services
Youths services (e.g.: counseling, crisis intervention) immigration services
and after care, and a splash pad. Affordable summer programs for kids Other (please specify)
"Other" service ideas included*: Park district amenities; activities for children;
Computer classes in Spanish and English (especially for younger people); more
interaction with community police; reduce costs associated with running the
village; senior transportation and services; senior center; affordable school
before and after care; Splash pad, better kids park, Randhurst Village similar to
the Glen; and a high quality nursing home.
Summary of responses received Q6. What community events would you like to see in the future?
for Question 6:
When asked about types of
community events they would
like to see in the future, the
majority of respondents indicated
environmental events at seventy-
one percent (71%) and health
awareness events at fifty-nine
percent (59%). Additionally, over
a quarter of the respondents said
they would like to see cultural
events celebrating their heritage
and interfaith events.
Among the "other" event ideas
responses that were mentioned
multiple times included kids/family
events, family oriented events,
events on all cultures, Polish and
Irish events, and Christmas parade.
APPENDIX B
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36 Health awareness events (e.g.: 5K runs)
Environmental events(e.g.: electronics recycling drive)
interfaith events (e.g.: celebration of different festivals)
Cuttura.l event celebrating my heritage (e.g.: Polish. Indian, etc.
Please specify specific events, below:
"Other" community event ideas included*: Welcome Wagon for New Residents,
Getting -to -Know -Your Neighbor Groups; British and Greek cultural events.
Fitness related events like zumba; celebrate diversity; Kids/family events; Family
oriented entertainment; Caribbean history month; Irish; all cultures including
different religions; holiday events; movies in the park - at different parks; get to
know each other events; Polish; Italian; Indian; Irish; German; Korean; Hazardous
waste disposal; electronics recycling; tech events for/ with youth programs
integrated with Schools and library; gay pride; CPR training; Christmas parade;
history of MP; craft fair; vintage markets; food trucks; beer and wine tasting;
food drives; adopt a family for the holidays; Local business support days; Fine
Arts Festival; Dog/kid friendly events; community bicycle events; More festivals
or public gatherings for entertainment.
Community Survey Summary A-68
REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Summary of responses received
for Questions 7, 8 and 9:
To better understand the responses
received for questions 7, 8 and
9, a separate analysis was run to
understand respondents' housing
preference in the future. Ninety-five
percent (95%) of the respondents
currently own a home in Mount
Prospect. Of these, sixty-four
percent (64%) intend to continue
to live in or move to a single-family
home, nineteen percent (19%)
intend to move into a townhome
or condo, and ten percent (10%)
intend to move to an independent
living facility or an assisted living
facility. Of the four percent (4%)
that currently live in rental units,
fifty-seven percent (57%) said they
would move into single-family
homes, twenty-one percent (21%)
indicated they would move into an
apartment, and seven percent (7%)
indicated they would move into a
condo.
Another separate analysis was
completed to understand the
housing needs for those aged 50
and over. Only thirty-five percent
(35%) of those currently living in
a single-family home indicated
an interest to continue to live in a
single-family home in the future.
Survey question responses:
Q7. Current living situation:
95% owners 4% renters 2% temporarily living with family/friends
Q8. What type of unit do you currently live in?
Apartment
2'}/D
Umdominium
4% rr�.
f�r
fr
fr
Townhouse
4% �
single family
house (detached)
Single family
{
house (attached)
Q9. What type of unit would you move to in the future?
Other (please .4
specif Y)
6%
Condominium
Townhouse
10J/D � ingle family
house (detached)
Single family
house (attached) TA
"Other" types of units included: Independent senior housing unit, Continuing
Care Retirement Community (i.e., multiple levels of care like), senior housing.
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REVIEW DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Summary of responses received
for Question 10:
Regarding neighborhood concerns,
the top concerns identified were
pedestrian and biker safety at
seventy-six percent (76%), the rising
cost of living at sixty-seven percent
(67%), ability to walk safely in their
neighborhood at sixty-four percent
(64%), and speeding at fifty-nine
percent (59%). The rising price of
rental units, renting of units/short-
term rentals through AirBNB or
other websites, and idling delivery
vehicles were not noted as concerns
in the neighborhoods.
Survey question responses:
Q 10. How do you perceive the following in your
neighborhood? Concern,, or not currently?
Rising price of
rental units
Rising cost of
living
Renting of units or
rooms on AirBNB
Flooding 37
Pedestrian and
biker safety
Ability to walk to
community facilities
Crime
Convenient access to j
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public transportation�� �
Inaccessible
sidewalks
Drive-through
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traffic
Speeding
Idling delivery
vehicles
W1 Is a concern Not currently a concern
Summary of responses received for Q1 1. What else would you like to have/see more of in your
Question 11: neighborhood?
Respondents indicated theywould like Community
to see more neighborhood events/ gardens
Neighborhood
block parties, parks/ recreational watch
opportunities, neighborhood watch, Senior services 21
and community gardens the most. Affordable
childcare 24%
Park/ recreational
opportunities
Library services %
Neighborhood events/ block
parties'
Other 17%
0% 1110°la 20% 30% 40 50% 50A{a 704
APPENDIX B Community Survey Summary A-70
REVIEW DRAFT (October5,2017)
Summary of responses received
for Questions 12 and 13:
To better understand the primary
ways residents travel within
the Village, the survey included
questions about mobility. Over
half the respondents said they
either walk or use a personal car
to reach destinations within their
neighborhood, the Downtown and
Metra Station, the Community
Connections Center, or community
events. Sixty-seven percent (67%)
of respondents indicated that they
would like to see more dedicated
bike lanes within the community
in addition to other transportation
services, such as car/ride share
programs, and electric vehicle
fueling stations.
Survey question responses:
Q 12. What is your typical mode of transportation to these
destinations?
Within your neighborhood 4% W")
Downtown/ Metra Station "WOUNE"I
Community Connections
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Center
Community events 1_% 36% 0
0% 100/a 20% 30' /a 40% 50'x'c 60-}-c 701/o 9101�-c 100'1:Fc
Personal Car 0 liber Bi ke Walk Pace I)LIS
ADA para -transit N Mt. Prospect Senior CitizensService
Other (add detafts hi the COMment box below) MI NOT APPLICABLE
Q13, What other transportation services would you like to
see/use in the community?
Transportation service to 2
shopping centers
Transportation service to
22�1`)
communityevents
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Transportation service for
14%
personal appointments
Electric vehicle fueling
12
stations
Car share/ride share
programs
Dedicated bike lanes
Other
13%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 600/0 70(�Iu
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R E V I EW
Summary of responses received
for Question 14:
All this feedback received for this
question has been included on the
transportation maps in Appendix A.
In general, based on this feedback,
the community has a strong desire
to walk and bike in the community.
Summary of responses received
for Question 15 and 16:
Third places are informal public
spaces separate from the two
primary environments of home
("'first place") and the office ("'second
place"). They can be defined as any
place one spends time at other than
work or home. The most common
third placed identified was the public
library. The map in Figure A-33 shows
the third places that were identified.
The adjacent graphic indicates the
respondents' favorite places outside
Mount Prospect. The top places
included restaurants, downtowns,
shopping malls, recreation and
entertainment venues outside
Mount Prospect. With respect to
what residents want to see more
of in their neighborhood, the key
ideas included more activities
for teens, play areas for young
children such as a splash pad, a local
grocery store downtown, continued
development in the downtown area,
providing more restaurant options,
higher density housing, and facade
maintenance.
APPENDIX B
DRAFT (October 5, 201 7)
Q15. Identification of third places.
(Response map included on page A-21)
Q 16. What are your favorite places outside Mount Prospect
that you visit? What else would you like to see in Mount
Prospect?
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Grocer M rl nds North brook M all
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Kids Play Areas Splash Pd
Bike Tra i Is
'cration & Paths
itnes Ch i�o Lak fr€ rrt PickJeba1 IBusse Woods Lakes
Parks
Tenni-Mor ori Arboretum et s,,1 Cerate
Courts C• eI 11 9 e� s C e n t-' IrR.•":i g Green County Club Fore �4# s/Fore t Preserves
Community Survey Summary A-72
REVIEW DRAFT (October5,2017)
�� Feedback from, the open haijec-es, and othar community engagement event!;,.
When asked what they wanted to see more of in Mount Prospect, the top ideas included downtown development,
more restaurants and businesses in the Village, especially in the downtown area.
R eta] VDaily Shopping Stores
Bookstore ln&pendent Buri nesse
Sporting s; Store Indepe, ruent CDffeShop Shops for Wora n/Fa m 11 les
Home G oods/Gifts/C raft"s Target Independent Restaurants lore Bu5ines5es
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Spaces & Activities for Kids Splas Rad
Activities Downtown Performing Arts Even, ts6paces
'ealthy Food
Asian Cuisine
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Improve Vibrdnk.. Y More'yVa I ka b i I ity
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