"Why Far South Chicago" Series. This is to highlight why our municipal leadership should consider Chicago's far south side as part of its economic growth plan. Tuesday Edition: Amenities Did you know that the 26-mile Cal-Sag Trail stretches as far west starting at Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve and the Desplaines River east to Calumet City Prairie and Marsh Nature Preserve? Did you also know that Chicago's far south's southern border connects with the Cal-Sag Trail, including the 6-mile historic Major Taylor Trail? Fun facts from the Cal-Sag Trail website (https://lnkd.in/ejqTfzN3): 1) The Trail connects five regional multi-use trails, creating a Chicago Southland trail system that stretches more than 100 miles. 2) America’s CEOs rank public greenways second in importance when choosing a new location, just behind access to skilled workers. 3) Small business owners consider recreational opportunities and green space as their top priority when choosing a new location. 4) The Cal-Sag Trail links together three marinas, three golf courses, and six nature and forest preserves. 5) The Cal-Sag Trail connects more than 185,000 residents that live within a 1-mile radius of the trail; and within 15 minutes, nearly 1.2 million residents in the southland (including Chicago's far south side).
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