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- Data shows that street flooding poses a substantial risk to properties in the community, particularly north and south of 35th Street. Sources of impairment include a low-lying topography, changing climate, impervious surfaces, and aging sewer infrastructure. Strategies to integrate and promote stormwater management practices will be recommended in the neighborhood plan.
- Of the 169 zip codes that intersect Cook County, zip codes 60608 and 60609 combined had more flood insurance claims than 121 zip codes and claims payout, 2007-2011. The plan will explore ways to achieving resilience, which require making infrastructure, natural systems, and social structures more durable.
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