Regional Studies

Advances grant readiness in Will County by reducing barriers to federal funding and equipping project sponsors with practical tools for success. Includes a full-day workshop guidebook covering NOFO fundamentals, application preparation, compliance, and best practices.

Builds on the Will County Freight Mobility Plan and Joliet Intermodal Transportation Master Plan to equip project sponsors with tools for federal funding. Reviews 59 priority projects, identifies eligible grant programs, compiles project data, and provides summaries to strengthen competitive applications.

Includes detailed appendices to the Grants Strategy, featuring project status and grant program matrices, project–grant alignment, supporting data, and comprehensive summaries.

Addresses rapid freight growth by guiding policies and investments that improve mobility, support the economy and workforce, and enhance quality of life while ensuring sustainable, community-focused development.

Evaluates transportation infrastructure and transit needs for the region surrounding the former Joliet Arsenal. The study also explores the feasibility of a Transportation Management Association (TMA) to improve workforce mobility and reduce congestion.

Outlines JADA’s long-term redevelopment vision, guiding infrastructure investments, economic expansion, and sustainability efforts. Establishes benchmarks to measure progress and refine policies as needed.

Identifies key strategies for improving transportation access to support growing logistics and business operations. Recommends solutions to enhance freight and commuter movement while ensuring sustainable infrastructure development.

Updates the 2004 Transportation Plan to reflect new development, population growth, and evolving infrastructure needs. Integrates planning from state, regional, and local entities to ensure long-term efficiency and connectivity.

Analyzes the potential benefits of a TMA in Southwest Will County, evaluating its impact on businesses, municipalities, and employees. Determines whether a dedicated transit association could enhance mobility and reduce commuter challenges.

Documents the historic transformation of the Joliet Army Ammunition Plant, showcasing how government agencies, private partners, and local communities collaborated to redevelop a former military site into a thriving economic hub.