Lincoln Yards Revised Proposal Public Survey Launches

CHICAGO — Following the Lincoln Yards development proposal community meeting held on Nov. 29, Ald. Brian Hopkins has launched another survey this week for residents to submit suggestions, opinions and questions. During the November meeting, Sterling Bay revealed updates to its latest proposed plan, which includes increased public open space and the removal of more than 100 floors of building height.

"I strongly encourage you to share your thoughts on this evolving proposal, as well as circulate the survey link with friends and neighbors," Hopkins said in a letter to residents. "I will publish the feedback results on my website and leverage it in ongoing negotiations with Sterling Bay."

The survey has been posted to the 2nd Ward website, along with the presentation given at the Nov. 29 meeting.

Some neighborhood organizations have expressed skepticism over the 2nd Ward Lincoln Yards surveys, and said they appear to reflect a rosier public opinion than currently exists; however the 2nd Ward office said it circulates its surveys to as many people as possible for a wide range of opinions and feedback.

In early November, the city's Department of Planning and Development hosted a public meeting at Park Community Church to discuss a proposed tax increment financing district that would support Lincoln Yards. Hundreds of people showed up for the meeting, many of whom loudly objected to tax dollars being used to solely benefit private development. Many residents wanted to know why the TIF was presented without a clearer vision for Lincoln Yards.

Lincoln Yards' latest proposal renderings, maps and details were unveiled to the public during the Nov. 29 meeting.

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Image credit: Sterling Bay/James Corner Field Operations