The Caucus provides a forum for metropolitan Chicago’s chief elected officials to collaborate.
04/23/2025
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04/21/2025
We're excited that the Caucus won the Innovative Community Program/Special Project Award for our EV Readiness Program from the IAMMA - Illinois Association of Municipal Management Assistants!
This recognition celebrates our team and partners' collaborative work to help municipalities prepare for—and thrive in—an electric vehicle future. Thank you to IAMMA for this incredible honor and to ComEd for continued program support!
Congrats to the other award winners for their inspiring efforts to move communities and local government professionals forward!
Village of Deerfield City of Warrenville Government Village of Western Springs
04/11/2025
Big thanks to the Village of Streamwood Fire Department 🚒 for hosting a "Responding to EV Incidents" first responder training as part of our EV Readiness Program!
On Wednesday, first responders from across the region came together to learn critical skills for safely managing emergencies involving electric and hybrid vehicles. We greatly appreciate the Illinois Fire Service Institute for teaching this course, which included hands-on training with several EVs and a hybrid—giving attendees a close look at how safety components vary across makes and models.
Special shoutout to the Village of Streamwood for securing EVs from local dealerships to support the training.
Programs like this help communities earn points toward EV Readiness designation—and, more importantly, help keep both first responders and the public safe in an evolving transportation landscape.
Thank you also to ComEd for supporting the EV Readiness Program and helping make this training possible.
02/11/2025
Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns, Environment and Energy Committee Chair and Immediate Past Executive Board Chair, spoke about our EV Readiness Program at a ComEd press conference last week at the Chicago Auto Show. At the event, ComEd announced $100 million in EV rebates, including all-electric fleet rebates and make-ready charging infrastructure rebates for the public sector and businesses. For residents, ComEd is offering rebates on EV charger and installation costs.
"ComEd's support of our EV Readiness Program and commitment to expanding EV adoption and infrastructure has been a game-changer for the communities we serve," Mayor Burns said. "By supporting our local initiatives to advance policies and build infrastructure for a sustainable future, ComEd’s investments will play a key role in reducing emissions, improving air quality, and ensuring an equitable transition to clean transportation across northern Illinois."
The Powering Safe Communities Grant Program application is now open! The program, which is a partnership between ComEd and the Caucus, provides grants of up to $10,000 for local public safety and electrification projects. Find out more and apply by March 28th at:
Powering Safe Communities Grant Program Opens The Powering Safe Communities Program funds electrification and public safety projects and equipment, such as an automated external defibrillator (AED). CHICAGO (Jan. 23, 2025) – The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus is proud to partner with ComEd to administ...
01/22/2025
Let your residents know that the application cycle for the Illinois EPA Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate Program is now open through April 30, 2025. State residents who purchase a new or used all-electric vehicle from an Illinois licensed dealer may be eligible for a $4,000 rebate for an EV and a $1,500 rebate for the purchase of an all-electric motorcycle. Rebate applications must be submitted within 90 days of vehicle purchase.
Funding is limited, and low-income applicants are given priority for rebates. Timely submittal of an application will improve the chance of receiving a rebate.
Only individuals can receive a rebate. Businesses and local governments are not eligible.
The Caucus will be awarded $14 million through the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) grant program to install EV chargers throughout the region.
“We are thrilled to receive this CFI grant, which will expand equitable access to EV charging, help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the region, and improve community resilience,” said City of Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns, Caucus Environment and Energy Committee Chairman, and Immediate Past Executive Board Chairman. “We are also proud of this accomplishment because this is the largest competitive, federal grant the Caucus has received in its history.”
Caucus Awarded $14 Million to Install EV Chargers in Region An electric vehicle (EV) charges at a DC Fast Charger station in Illinois. The Caucus was awarded nearly $14.5 million in grant funds to install 196 EV charging stations and one compressed natural gas fueling station in the region. Funding....
12/09/2024
City of Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering was unanimously elected as the Caucus' next Chair.
“Mayor Rotering will be a wonderful asset for the Mayors Caucus,” said Neil James, Executive Director of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus. "She has extensive local government experience, a passion for the work, and a strong network of relationships throughout our region and the state as well as an impactful voice on the national and international stage.”
Joining Mayor Rotering as 2025 Officers are Mayor Brandon Johnson, City of Chicago, 1st Vice Chair; Mayor John Noak, Village of Romeoville, 2nd Vice Chair; Mayor Jeff Sherwin, City of Northlake, Treasurer; and Mayor Donald “Donny” Schmit, Village of Fox Lake, Secretary.
Find out more:
Region’s Mayors Elect Highland Park Mayor Rotering as Next Chair Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering | Photo courtesy of the City of Highland Park Chicago (December 6, 2024) – The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus recently announced that Nancy Rotering, Mayor of the City of Highland Park, was unanimousl...
12/03/2024
We’re pleased to join ComEd to announce a third cohort of communities who will participate in the , a unique initiative designed to support local governments as they prepare to meet the growing demand for ! With ComEd's support, the EV Readiness Program will help 20 communities prepare policy and take steps so that more residents and businesses can access EVs and related infrastructure safely and equitably. Find out more:
Caucus, ComEd Announce EV Readiness Program Third Cohort Communities The EV Readiness Program team members give an overview of the program at the kickoff meeting. Newest cohort of 20 communities takes steps to become EV Ready; First-of-its-kind program helps local governments plan to meet growing de...
11/15/2024
Happy America Recycles Day! ♻️ We celebrated by formally kicking off our Chicago Metro Recycling Education and Outreach campaign, which is funded by a $2 million U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant.
We're leading this highly collaborative project to "get residents excited about recycling" and to improve the recycling rate across the region. Project partners include DuPage County, Kane County, Will County, McHenry County Government, Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County, Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO), with support from the Illinois Counties Solid Waste Management Association and the Illinois Recycling Foundation. We thank LRS for hosting our kickoff event at their Exchange Materials Recovery Facility.
Tomorrow is America Recycles Day and in honor of the annual event, the US EPA just announced a $2 Million Recycling Education Grant to our area! The purpose of the funds are to increase the collection of recyclable materials and decrease contamination of the recycling stream in hundreds of communities in northeastern Illinois. Click for TV coverage: https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/1547485
11/14/2024
We're issuing a marketing services RFP to assist with the Chicago Metro Recycling Education and Outreach (REO) Campaign. https://bit.ly/3O9nlxJ
We are seeking proposals from marketing firms to assist with achieving the three primary goals of the REO Campaign:
1) To increase recycling participation throughout the Chicago Metro region (defined as the 275 municipalities falling within Cook, DuPage, Lake, Will, Kane and McHenry Counties), and especially in areas that have not historically had strong participation in recycling programs.
2) To improve the quality of materials placed in the recycling stream by reducing contamination and “wish-cycling” by waste generators.
3) To include information about the availability of products made from post-consumer recycled content materials for residents and businesses.
The deadline for proposals is Dec. 20. The deadline for submitting questions is Nov. 27.
Marketing Services RFP Issued for Recycling Education and Outreach Campaign CHICAGO (Nov. 8, 2024) – The Caucus is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to assist with the Chicago Metro Recycling Education and Outreach (REO) Campaign. Please see the Marketing Services RFP (PDF file) or review the ...
11/14/2024
Congrats to the Powering the Holidays grant recipients! Twenty-four communities received grants of up to $2,500 to power their holiday lighting events through the program, which is a partnership between ComEd and the Caucus. Find out more and get into the holiday cheer by checking out the light display closest to you: https://bit.ly/40JaWYK
Village of Bartlett - Illinois Village of Broadview Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch Humboldt Park Health Village of Hanover Park- Government Itasca Park District Village of Lincolnshire - Government Village of Roselle Village of Westchester Village of Woodridge, Illinois – Government
11/08/2024
Flashback Friday 🎉 Reminiscing about the unforgettable night at our 2024 Gala! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended and supported this event. Wish we could do it all over again!
The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Gala was held on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Wrigley Field. Check out some of the event highlights in this reel.
10/22/2024
🚨 The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus 2024 Gala is right around the corner, and we've added exciting special guests to the lineup! Don’t miss your chance to join us—ticket sales close tomorrow! Tickets: MetroMayorsGala24.eventbrite.com
10/19/2024
Only 1️⃣ WEEK left until the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus 2024 Gala! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
10/16/2024
We're hiring a Recycling Education & Outreach Specialist! Applications are due on Nov. 20th.
Find out more and apply:
We’re Hiring: Recycling Education & Outreach Specialist CHICAGO (Oct. 16, 2024) – The Caucus is hiring a Recycling Education & Outreach Specialist. Please see the position description below and fill out an application by Nov. 20, 2024. Recycling Education & Outreach Specialist Position Descripti...
10/10/2024
Good news! 🎉 The ticket deadline for this month’s big event has been extended, so you still have time to secure your spot! Join us on October 26 at Wrigley Field: MetroMayorsGala24.eventbrite.com
10/02/2024
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The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus brings collaboration to the Chicago region’s 284 cities, towns and villages. Founded in 1997 by then Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley and leading Mayors from nine suburban municipal groups, the Mayors Caucus pushes past geographical boundaries and local interests to work on public policy issues. It provides a forum for metropolitan Chicago’s chief elected officials to collaborate on common problems and work toward a common goal of improving the quality of life for the millions of people who call the region home.
One of the great strengths of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus is its informal organization. With freedom and flexibility built in, the Caucus is structured for success. While each of its meetings has an agenda, discussion is wide-ranging and free-wheeling with Mayors sharing ideas and developing joint solutions and positions of consensus on critical municipal and regional issues.
The Mayors Caucus respects the different perspectives that all of its independent municipalities bring to the organization. All these voices are heard, differences are aired, and then consensus is built on a single vision and focus so the Caucus can leverage the strength of a unified position on key issues.
The municipal organizations that participate in the Caucus include the City of Chicago and nine partner suburban municipal groups – the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference, Lake County Municipal League, McHenry County Council of Governments, Metro West Council of Governments, Northwest Municipal Conference, South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, Southwest Conference of Mayors, West Central Municipal Conference and Will County Governmental League. The member municipalities of each of these organizations are considered to also be members of the Mayors Caucus.
The above partner organizations each appoint one director and one alternate to serve on the Caucus’ Executive Board. The Board meets every other month and is charged with the responsibility of overseeing the general operations of the Caucus. The Board selects a Chairman, Vice Chairman Secretary and Treasurer.
Consensus remains the basis for decision-making and actions taken by the Caucus as a whole. For this reason, the decisions and positions taken by the Mayors Caucus are advisory to the City of Chicago, participating suburban municipal groups, and individual member municipalities. Each partner organization and each mayor may act on recommendations of the Caucus as they see fit. The organization remains strong and viable because it recognizes the power of unity while never forgetting the importance of independence, flexibility, and freedom.
The Caucus provides a forum for metropolitan Chicago’s chief elected officials to collaborate.
