Infrastructure Investment, Land Use and Economic Development in the Southern Suburbs

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1 Infrastructure Investment, Land Use and Economic Development in the Southern Suburbs ULI Chicago Chicago Southland Economic Development Corporation April 20, 2011

2 Welcome & Agenda I. Infrastructure, Land Use, and Economic Development The ULI Chicago Game Changing Infrastructure Model Stephen B. Friedman, S.B. Friedman & Company, Co-Chair, ULI Chicago Infrastructure Committee II. Panel Discussion: South Suburban Game Changing Infrastructure City Manager Thomas A. Thanas, Joliet Mayor Michael S. Einhorn, Crete Village Administrator J. Wynsma, South Holland Director Susan Shea, Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Aeronautics Jim Giblin, TranSystem, Inc. III. Discussion

3 About the Urban Land Institute (ULI) and ULI Chicago ULI, the Urban Land Institute, is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit research and education organization founded in 1936 and supported by its members. Members in 95 countries worldwide, representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines. ULI Chicago provides leadership for the region in land use planning, growth patterns and sustainable development. Program of work includes partner initiatives, technical assistance and member engagement

4 Local and Regional Context the Opportunities 1.49 million people to be added between 2009 and 2030 Est 60,000+ people per year (7th greatest nationally but census shows fewer) Where will we put them to provide: Sustainability Efficiency Opportunity Competitiveness

5 Local and Regional Context the Challenges Cannot do only infill: 300,000 to 1,000,000 Shouldn t do what we have been doing Housing / Jobs mismatch Limited access to opportunity Transportation energy use / inefficiency Limited experience of place Freight congestion

6 How can ULI Chicago Infrastructure Initiative connect these dots? Underscore the importance of infrastructure that will: Enhance global competitiveness Support positive development patterns in the region and communities Increase economic and land use opportunity

7 Infrastructure Initiative Objective Identify criteria to qualify infrastructure investment that can catalyze game changing economic development Create a model that integrates and improves local decision making surrounding land use and infrastructure ULI Chicago Infrastructure Committee Create Game Changers Model Deploy Model in Two Areas o o Lakeshore Industrial Heritage Corridor Suburban Infrastructure of Regional Significance Equip Decision Makers with Findings

8 Create Game Changers Model Develop criteria and process to compare and evaluate proposed infrastructure projects Criteria 1. Economic Competitiveness 2. Opportunity 3. Environmental Sustainability 4. Support 5. Funding and Financial Feasibility Process Step 1. Select a region, sub-region, or district. Step 2. Scan planned infrastructure projects for the selected area. Step 3. Evaluate projects according to criteria. Step 4. List priority infrastructure projects and land use implications. Step 5. Conduct research and outreach. Step 6. Document final projects and ULI land use recommendations.

9 Deploy Model Apply the model on 22 projects in two study areas across the region Lakeshore Industrial Heritage Corridor CTA Redline Extension Arterial Connecting Roads South Shore Expansion HSR Gary Terminal Gary Chicago Int l Airport Cline Ave. Repurposing South Shore Lakefront Revitalization North Harbor Redevelopment Whiting Lakefront Project Hammond Lakes Project South Works Project East 134 th Street Calumet Open Space Reserve Suburban Projects of Regional Significance CREATE HSR West Loop and Joliet Stations O Hare Modernization (OMP) and Elgin- O Hare West Bypass Lake County Water IL-120 Bypass / IL-53 Extension Metra Southeast Service I-294 / I-57 Interchange South Suburban Airport Illiana Expressway / Inland Port

10 Lakeshore Heritage Subcommittee

11 Suburban Subcommittee Infrastructure to Support Regional Growth Projections Concentrated in Economic Nodes and Corridors Use Infrastructure as a Tool to Foster Sustainable Development

12 Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois HSR Joliet Stations Two local stations are proposed that are critical to the region s role as the hub of the planned Midwest high-speed-rail (HSR) network. The Regional Joliet HSR Transportation Center and West Loop Transportation Center connects HSR with Metra and Amtrak commuter lines as well as local transit lines and regional transportation systems to integrate intermodal transportation and land use.

13 HSR West Loop and Joliet Stations Evaluation Economic Competitiveness The region would enjoy $6.1 billion in new business and 42,000 jobs by 2035 as an HSR hub. Improved connectivity to local and regional transit networks. Opportunity Significant land use and development opportunities around stations. The project will increase Chicago s and Joliet s potential workforce and talent pool substantially. HSR stations will make Chicago and Joliet more attractive places in which to live and do business. Environmental Sustainability Both stations will be in walkable, transit-friendly districts. The city of Joliet will incorporate sustainable design elements in a multimodal station, including solar panels, green roof, and bicycle facilities. Support The Joliet station has broad political support. Financial Feasibility The Joliet Regional Multimodal Center has a cost of $42 million; it will be funded with $32 million in Illinois Jobs Now! funds, $7.5 million from the city of Joliet, and $2.2 million from BNSF Railway. Joliet is studying Champaign s transportation center to evaluate potential commercial tenants for the station.

14 Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois Illiana Expressway This project proposes a new expressway to connect communities and industry on either side of the Illinois and Indiana border. It promotes bi-state cooperation and complementary land use strategy. It provides an opportunity for a bi-state public/ private partnership model to build and operate the road. Cargo-oriented development (COD) and land use strategy will effectively increase mobility and support freight capacity.

15 Illiana Expressway -- Evaluation Evaluation Economic Competitiveness Add up to 4,300 short-term jobs and 13,800 long-term jobs Add $291.3 million to gross regional product by Increased regional transportation efficiency. Opportunity Increase traffic safety. Attract additional developments and jobs for local communities. Environmental Sustainability The expressway is expected to increase total regional auto trips by 10,941 and decrease total transit trips by 8,531 in 2040 compared with a no-build scenario. Support Listed in the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning 2030 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). Governors Quinn (Illinois) and Daniels (Indiana) signed a Memorandum of Understanding expressing a joint commitment. Financial Feasibility The estimated cost for full corridor construction is $2.87 billion. Illinois and Indiana enacted legislation that enables each state to enter into a public/private partnership to develop, finance, construct, manage, or operate the Illiana.

16 Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois Metra Southeast Service This proposal includes 33 miles of new Metra track to connect 20 communities on the Southside and southern suburbs to downtown Chicago. It improves transportation options to southern communities and connects the workforce with the central business district. It leverages existing infrastructure and capitalizes on existing land use. It provides multiple opportunities for transitoriented development along the proposed route.

17 Metra Southeast Service Evaluation Economic Competitiveness The proposal would increase access to jobs in existing and future employment centers near stations. Opportunity The proposal would link almost 20 communities in the south suburbs, where population growth is currently outpacing employment opportunities. It is expected to spare the state from more than $4 million in annual highway construction and maintenance costs. Environmental Sustainability The project is expected to increase total regional transit trips by 7,923 in 2040 compared to a no-build scenario. Support Included in the draft CMAP GO TO 2040 RTP fiscally unconstrained major capital project list but not the constrained list. Significant support in all 12 municipalities adjacent to the train line. Financial Feasibility The project uses existing transportation and utility infrastructure for greater cost-efficiency. Local municipalities will pay for station area construction costs.

18 Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois South Suburban Airport This project capitalizes on 2,444 acres of existing land acquisition toward development of the long planned South Suburban Airport (SSA). The airport s character and use should complement the existing and projected regional airport system. An airport in the southern suburbs could serve as a node to intermodal transportation projects and surrounding land use plans.

19 South Suburban Airport Evaluation Economic Competitiveness Create 7,735 direct jobs, 16,908 indirect jobs, and 25,833 induced jobs for the region by An estimated $1.49 million in annual revenue to the states of Illinois and Indiana is anticipated by 2030 (2001 dollars). Opportunity Proximity to Burlington Northern Santa Fe, Union Pacific, and Canadian National intermodal facilities. Emphasis on freight will complement existing local intermodal infrastructure. Environmental Sustainability The tier 1 EIS approved the location of the airport site and the acquisition of land by the state of Illinois. Environmental impacts of the construction and operation of the SSA will be assessed during the upcoming tier 2 EIS process. Support Active public commentary in support and in opposition. The Record of Decision for tier 1 EIS has been issued, allowing IDOT to begin land acquisition. Financial Feasibility To date, $33.13 million has been spent on property acquisition.

20 Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois I-294 / I-57 Interchange This project creates an interchange for two major highways. It decreases arterial road congestion, reduces local road repair costs, and increases local transportation safety. The project provides an opportunity to attract regionally focused periphery development. It encourages interjurisdictional cooperation around land use and development.

21 I-294 / I-57 Interchange Evaluation Economic Competitiveness The project is expected to create 2,000 permanent jobs throughout most of the Chicago region by Increased efficiency may attract freight facilities, intermodal facilities, cargo-oriented developments, and airport developments. Opportunity 4,049 direct and indirect jobs are forecast to be created as well as 1,842 induced jobs in areas with high unemployment rates. The project will improve job and education accessibility for the local economically distressed population. Environmental Sustainability The project will include the enhancement of wildlife habitat and approximately 28 acres of degraded wetlands. Expected to decrease carbon dioxide emissions by 2.1 tons daily. Support Listed in the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) Transportation Improvement Program National, state, and local elected officials have provided letters and resolutions of support. Financial Feasibility Of a total estimated $510 million to $619 million capital cost, $127 million has been pledged from various sources. The Illinois Jobs Now! program committed $28 million in capital funds to reconstruct the I-57 overpass over I-294. Annual expected incremental toll revenue of $8.22 million is expected along I-294 by 2030 at the current rate of $0.80 per toll.

22 Panel Discussion Joliet Regional Multimodal Transportation Center City Manager Thomas A. Thanas, Joliet The Illiana Expressway Mayor Michael S. Einhorn, Crete Metra Southeast Service Village Administrator J. Wynsma, South Holland South Suburban Airport Director Susan Shea, Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Aeronautics I-294/I-57 Interchange Jim Giblin, TranSystem, Inc.

23 Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois -- HSR Joliet Stations City Manager Thomas A. Thanas, Joliet

24 Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois -- Illiana Expressway Mayor Michael S. Einhorn, Crete

25 Village Administrator J. Wynsma, South Holland Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois -- Metra Southeast Service

26 Director Susan Shea, Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Aeronautics Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois -- South Suburban Airport

27 Regional Infrastructure in NE Illinois -- I-294 / I-57 Interchange Jim Giblin, TranSystem, Inc.

28 Discussion What are your Game Changing infrastructure projects?

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30 More Information For more information: Cindy McSherry Christine Kolb