The Urban Land Institute Chicago District Council (ULI Chicago), with support from the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development and Chicago Loop Alliance, convened a multi-disciplinary panel to develop recommendations to reenergize and “Elevate” State Street.

The panel was tasked with recommending strategies to establish State Street as a vibrant, mixed-use district. During a two-day workshop, the group reviewed extensive background materials, met with more than 70 stakeholders, and developed recommendations. ULI Chicago will host a community meeting to present these ideas on August 16.   

“Reclaiming State Street as Chicago’s great street, a place for world-class culture, entertainment, education, and quintessential Chicago experiences for residents and visitors alike, is essential for the vibrancy and long-term health of the downtown and the city,” said Mark Kelly, ULI Chicago Panel Chair and former Commissioner. The State Street plans are part of a broader initiative to revitalize Chicago amid recovery efforts post-pandemic.  

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