From the
EDITOR'S
DESK . . .

All-America Cities experience heightened national attention which aids in the recruitment of industry and jobs to the area. The award reinvigorates a community's sense of civic pride. And most importantly, All- America Cities serve as visible models to communities throughout the nation who are struggling with the same difficult local issues.

Now is the time to start thinking about submitting a 1995 All-America City Award application, due next spring. Applications will be available in the fall. To make sure you are on the mailing list to receive one, call 1-800-223-6004.

The ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL REVIEW continues to be an open forum of expression for municipalities. Articles appearing in the Review do not necessarily express the views of the League or its staff but those of the various authors.

November 1994 / Illinois Municipal Review / Page 3