In fulfillment of its state mandate, NIPC provides numerous programs and services to the region, as described briefly below.  If you need assistance in any of the following areas, contact info@nipc.org.

Data Research and Forecasting Services.  Including retrieval and analysis of Census information; preparation of population and employment estimates and forecasts; Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping, analysis, and user training.

Model Ordinances and Best-Practice Manuals.  Including stream and wetland protection; soil erosion and sediment control; stormwater drainage and detention; fair housing; local human relations commission; traffic management.

Environment and Natural Resources Technical Assistance. Including lake monitoring and protection; watershed protection; stream stabilization; stormwater management planning; hydrologic modeling; greenway planning.

Administrative and Technical Support. Including help for Corridor Planning Councils, regional solid waste planning agencies, and other intergovernmental organizations addressing shared planning issues.

Notification and Review of Projects. Including amendments to wastewater facility planning areas and funding requests to state agencies including the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and the Illinois Housing Development Authority.

Publications. Including regional policy plans; aerial photographs (1970-75-80-85-90-95-2001); maps of flood hazard areas, wetlands, and bicycle paths; regional base maps.