care deeply about their homes and neighborhoods. That pride shows in how well the community is maintained.” THOUGHTFUL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Economic development in La Grange Park is guided by strategic planning tools that encourage reinvestment while enhancing public spaces. The village uses Tax Increment Financing districts and business development districts to support improvements that benefit both businesses and residents. “These tools allow us to reinvest in our community,” Discipio explains. “They help businesses improve their properties while allowing the village to create safer, more accessible environments.” Cedillo notes that these investments prioritize pedestrian safety, aesthetics, and connectivity, especially along state-managed roads. “We need to improve public spaces so people can campuses, recently completed the first phase of its Arboretum Villas. “These new units focus on independent living with exceptional amenities and green space,” Jarr says. “It allows residents to age in place while staying connected to the community.” Discipio adds that the village provides housing options that appeal to everyone from first-time homebuyers to those seeking new custom home construction. “We have housing at nearly every price point,” he notes. “We see continued reinvestment and redevelopment that keep the community vibrant without losing its character.” Despite being just two square miles and home to approximately 13,500 residents, La Grange Park remains open to growth that aligns with its values. “We are very fortunate,” Discipio says. “Residents 64 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 07, ISSUE 02
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