Coalition calls for a bold vision for reconstruction of North Lake Shore Drive

Coalition calls for a bold vision for reconstruction of North Lake Shore Drive

Chrissy Mancini Nichols
Bike, Chicago, Planning, Strategic Investments, Transit

By Chrissy Mancini Nichols

Jul 25, 2013

This post first appeared at metroplanning.org

On July 25, MPC joined with a coalition of 15 regional organizations to release a civic platform for the reconstruction of North Lake Shore Drive, calling for a bold vision to better meet the needs of everyone who uses the lakefront. The platform is based on seven principles and includes a host of recommendations for the Ill. Dept. of Transportation and Chicago Dept. of Transportation as they embark on a planning study for the reconstruction of North Lake Shore Drive from Grand to Hollywood avenues. 

MPC joined the coalition because we believe this study offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to “Redefine the Drive.” Rather than reinforce the slow shift toward a superhighway, we urge Chicagoans to weigh in with your ideas to ensure North Lake Shore Drive serves neighborhood residents, tourists, pedestrians, bicyclists, runners, transit users and park-goers. To make your voice heard, attend an upcoming public meeting about North Lake Shore Drive reconstruction on Aug. 6, 7 or 8.  

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