Spotlight
CRN Releases new talking to walls video "a new day: the future of south chicago"
Talking to Walls finest production to date, "A New Day" is a short film about the community of South Chicago. Foreclosures continue to threaten the decades of community development work in the area. Meanwhile, plans to redevelop the former U.S. Steel site are underway. How will these forces impact the future of South Chicago?
upcoming trainings: community development and empowerment series 2010
On July 15 and 16, this series will continue with its sixth workshop this year: Multifamily Housing Development.
There are three workshops left this year. Don't miss out on the Community Development and Empowerment Series of 2010. To learn more, click here.
CRN is Now on Facebook and youtube!
The Chicago Rehab Network has ventured into social media!
Become a fan of Chicago Rehab Network on Facebook and stay up-to-date with CRN activities and affordable housing news in Chicago! It's also a great way to network with others in the field.
Also, visit our YouTube Channel for more Talking to Walls videos and other CRN productions.
AUGUST 24, 2010 - CITY PRELIMINARY BUDGET HEARINGS
With a projected $654 million shortfall in corporate fund revenue in FY 2011, the City is faced once again with a difficult financial outlook. As the impact of the economic recession continues, CRN calls on the City to prioritize affordable housing, maintain funding for the Department of Community Development, and include Tax Increment Financing activities in the City Budget.
Read our Preliminary Budget Comments
Hearings Schedule *please note rescheduled dates*
Registration will begin at 6:00 pm and the hearings start at 7:00 pm
- Thursday, September 9, 2010 at South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 S. South Shore Drive
- Wednesday, September 10, 2010 at Westinghouse College Prep, 3223 W. Franklin Blvd.
- Thursday, September 16, 2010 at North-Grand High School, 4338 W. Wabansia Ave.
Download the 2011 Preliminary Budget
JULY 7, 2010 - SWEET HOME CHICAGO ORDINANCE
Today, a Joint Meeting of the Committee on Finance and Committee of Housing and Real Estate heard testimony on the Sweet Home Chicago Ordinance which would target 20 percent of citywide TIF revenue towards affordable housing.
CRN's Kevin Jackson testified on the need for affordability and that using TIF funds to preserve and create affordable housing can provide a real economic stimulus for Chicago communities.
June 30, 2010 - news from Chicago Rehab Network
Read the latest CRN Newsletter
June 29, 2010 - learn more about foreclosures in your neighborhood
CRN's foreclosure reports, A Picture of Chicago Foreclosures, tracks foreclosure activity throughout Chicago.
- Download the latest Report: May 2010
- Download A Community Snapshot, featuring the Woodlawn, South Shore, Washington Park, and Chatham community areas
june 15, 2010 - CRN PRESENTS ANALYSIS OF FOurth QUARTER HOUSING PRODUCTION
Click below to download CRN's analysis of the City of Chicago's affordable housing production for the First Quarter of 2010. A quarterly hearing is scheduled for June 16, 2010 at 10:00 am in City Hall Council Chambers to present the City's progress.
Analysis of first Quarter Report
The 2010 community development and empowerment series is underway!
CRN's annual training series is designed for staff and board members of community-based affordable housing development organizations. As a participant in each workshop, you will learn technical development skills, discuss strategies for community empowerment and reinvestment, and share your experiences with others in the field.
Chicago Rehab Network - recepient of the macarthur foundation 2006 creative and effective institution award
Read More of the award's coverage in the press.
Watch Kevin Jackson speak about affordable housing.
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