Chicago Countdown 2025 is an initiative to prepare the city of Chicago for its bicentennial in 2025. The initiative includes a variety of projects and programs aimed at improving the city’s infrastructure, economy, and quality of life.
The initiative was launched in 2019 by Mayor Lori Lightfoot. It is overseen by a task force of city officials, business leaders, and community members. The task force has developed a comprehensive plan that outlines the goals and objectives of the initiative.