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The Petcoke Fields of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois
The City of Chicago is allowing the Koch Brothers to dump their petcoke dust right next to the river. This affects both the water quality and the living quality of the people in the surrounding area. The problem stems from the fact that petcoke is...
water public-space land-use

Roseland Park

Chicago, Illinois
I'm trying to build a new park in roseland park on the south side of chicago . the park is going to have two sets of swings and three sets of slides for the older kids . on the other side of the park its going to be a kids / babies park with littl...
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Add More Water Taxis

Chicago, Illinois
More water taxi trips between Navy Pier and Museum Campus Image: Antonio Rubio
museum-campus-transportation-study

How Englewood Can Become More Sustainable

Chicago, Illinois
We will explore the Englewood neighborhood in Chicago and talk about the main environmental, social, and economical issue in the neighborhood and how they can be resolved so Englewood can become a more sustainable place.
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B.Y.O.B (Build Your Own Boulevard)

Chicago, Illinois
We are creating a design for one the Chicago Boulevards. We are focusing on increasing the overall appeal of the Boulevard in an eco-friendly manner to encourage people to utilize it for positive purposes.
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Riverfront Water Feature

Peoria, Illinois
Create an Attraction
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Add Water Taxi Service

Chicago, Illinois
Idea posted on behalf of an Outreach Meeting 2 Attendee: Would it be possible to have a water taxi dock adjacent or nearby the site? It would serve those who may be employed at a business within the site (or nearby) and nearby residents — both...
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Develop Building Solutions that Consider Flood Conditions

Peoria, Illinois
Conduct a careful study of flood conditions and FEMA regulations in order to elaborate a variety of solutions that would contribute cumulatively to the quality and character of Peoria’s riverfront.
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Conserve Water , Sprout Life

Chicago, Illinois
To collect rain water , Preserve plant life and change the enviorment.
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Family Fun, there's enough bars and concert attractions DT

Peoria, Illinois
We need a family fun experience that will be for the entire-year-round! Peoria lacks anything for the family that is indoors that you can go to for all seasons of Illinois weather. An indoor water park, indoor playground, (the one at Grand Prairi...
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More parks

Chicago, Illinois
More parks are fun
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Water Slides to Provide Alternative Transportation

Columbus, Ohio
Why not? Installing waterslides on downhill slopes throughout the city to fill a much needed gap between motorized transportation and walking/biking.
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Downtown Riverfront

Peoria, Illinois
If the idea is to create a park along the riverfront, features that draw people in to the park & surrounding area are important such as splash pads/areas for kiddos, dog parks, paved trails, shaded areas for picnics & hammocks, art installations, ...
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Opportunity to Mitigate Local Flooding

Chicago, Illinois
During heavy rainstorms flooding occurs throughout nearby neighborhoods. Can future redevelopment incorporate sustainable storm water mitigation strategies or, at the very least, not cause the situation to get any worse? - Submitted on behalf ...
north-branch-river-works

Tourism & Cultural Economic Development

Chicago, Illinois
Join us as we discuss the opportunities and developments taking place on the South Side under the broader umbrella of Tourism and how we can use "Cultural Economic Development" to socially and economically develoment pur communities.
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Public Rest Rooms near Washington City Square

Washington, Illinois
Washington Square hosts many community events throughout the year. However, public restrooms are lacking for convenience and necessity. Washington Shopkeepers allow use of public restroom, if they are open. While traveling in Colorado, we are a...
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Fish, Poop, and You - The natural way of eating!

Chicago, Illinois
Ms. Love's and Mrs. Benjamin's Chemistry and Biology students at Kelly High School will develop an Aquaponics farm within the school, with the goal of producing educational and celebratory events that will encourage the members of the surrounding ...
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Reclaim Monroe Harbor

Chicago, Illinois
Make Monroe Harbor a functional and interesting destination next to the museum campus. Start by expelling most or all of the marina. It is presently a subsidized playground for the rich with great city views and few rules. However, that atmos...
museum-campus-transportation-study

Pocket Park: Calumet Fisheries Environs

Chicago, Illinois
The Calumet Fisheries Environs is an open plot of abandoned land behind the famous Calumet Fishery shack. Unlike most restaurants, this store's customers buy their smoked fish and french fries inside the shack and proceed to eat in their cars. The...
water park land-use

Transform the Caterpillar Garage

Peoria, Illinois
Encourage the addition of a new "skin" for the Water Street facade of the Caterpillar garage.
renovation building

Improve Wrightwood Park

Chicago, Illinois
Wrightwood Park is a beautiful, medium-sized park located at Ashland and Wrightwood. For many people in the Lincoln Park and Bucktown areas, Wrightwood Park is the closest and most convenient park to visit. However, in recent years, there have bee...
public-space park

A Harbor Park

East Peoria, Illinois
I think Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has the perfect design for a riverfront park that will attract visitors all year round. There is plenty of visual interest along with space to relax. There is a skating rink that can be used all seasons and ple...
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Riverfront Sculpture Garden

Peoria, Illinois
Establish a Sculpture Garden for large scale outdoor sculptures to enhance the public art and culture of Peoria. My suggestion is that this be a large park with plenty of green-space for multi-use purpose but includes these large outdoor sculpture...
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How Englewood can Become More Sustainable

Chicago, Illinois
We will look over the Englewood neighborhood in Chicago to take a look at some environmental, social, and economical issues within the community. This project will provide realistic suggestions about how these issues can be resolved to help Englew...
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