Join the West Central Association, Chamber of Commerce for our upcoming Speaker Series Luncheon featuring Heidi Sperry, Supervising Planner for the Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD), presenting the Central Area Plan 2045.

This forward-looking plan is a 20-year roadmap for the future of downtown Chicago—shaping how our city grows through new development, expanded transit, enhanced public spaces, and a more vibrant, mixed-use urban core.

Attendees will gain valuable insight into how initiatives like riverwalk expansion, transit improvements, and increased residential and commercial development could directly impact the Near West Side and surrounding neighborhoods. From business growth opportunities to infrastructure changes, this discussion will provide a clearer picture of what’s ahead—and how local businesses can prepare and benefit.

Agenda:

12:00pm - Welcome & Networking

12:15pm - Lunch

12:30pm - Central Area Plan 2045 Presentation

1:00pm - Q&A with Heidi Sperry

1:30pm - Networking

2pm - Event close

Street parking or SpotHero are the best options if you are driving.

Register today - seats are limited