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Harold Washington Archives and Collections. Mayoral Records. Infrastructure Sub-Cabinet Series

 Collection
Identifier: spe-h00018

Scope and Contents

The records in this series consist primarily of the files of Robert L. Anderson, Howard Stanback and the departments that reported to the Infrastructure Sub-Cabinet. During Mayor Washington’s administration the Infrastructure Sub-Cabinet was responsible for a number of important projects, including the O’Hare Development Project, a major expansion of O’Hare International Airport: the construction of a direct L (train) connection to O’Hare; the Southwest Transit Project; and capital improvement programs to repair aging streets and sewers throughout the city.

The records in the series reflect the operations, programs and goals of the Infrastructure Sub-Cabinet. Formats include reports, minutes, memos, budget and other financial records, monthly reports and correspondence. For photographs, please see the Press Office Photographs.

Dates

  • 1981 - 1989
  • Majority of material found within 1983 - 1987

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Materials open without restrictions

Conditions Governing Use

Please consult staff to determine ability to reuse materials from collection

Historical Note

The Infrastructure Sub-Cabinet was one of five sub-cabinets Mayor Washington formed when he took office in 1983. Headed by both Robert L. Anderson and Howard Stanback, the Infrastructure Sub-Cabinet oversaw projects in several city departments, including Aviation, Public Works, Streets and Sanitation, Sewers and Water.

The other sub-cabinets were Community Services, Development, Finance and Public Safety/Regulatory. Like Infrastructure the other sub-cabinets were responsible for the coordination, development and implementation of the Mayor’s policies that cut across department boundaries. The head of each sub-cabinet reported to the Chief of Staff.

Extent

18 Linear Feet (in 40 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

When Harold Washington took office in 1983 he formed five sub-cabinets that were responsible for the coordination, development and implementation of policies that cut across departmental boundaries. Departments reporting to the Infrastructure Sub-Cabinet include Aviation, Public Works, Sewers, Streets and Sanitation and Water. Major topics in the collection include an expansion of O’Hare International Airport and the construction of a direct rail link to O’Hare International Airport by the Chicago Transit Authority.

Arrangement

The original order has been maintained as far as possible. The records are arranged into three series:

  • Series 1: Subject Files, 1981-1989, undated
  • Series 2: Street Closing Applications, 1985-1987, undated
  • Series 3: Howard Stanback’s Papers, 1984-1988, undated


Researchers should check all series as there may be overlap.

Physical Location

Materials are stored offsite and advance notice is required for use. Please request materials at least 24-hours prior to your research visit to coordinate access.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The records were acquired by the Chicago Public Library after Harold Washington’s death.

Related Materials

  • Harold Washington, Illinois State Representative Records
  • Harold Washington, Illinois State Senate Records
  • Harold Washington, U.S. Congressional Records
  • Harold Washington, Mayoral Campaign Records
  • Harold Washington, Pre-Mayoral Photograph Collection
  • Harold Washington, Asian American Advisory Committee Records
  • Harold Washington, Central Files Records
  • Harold Washington, Chief of Staff Records
  • Harold Washington, City Council Proceedings Records
  • Harold Washington, Development Sub-Cabinet Records
  • Harold Washington, Finance and Administration Sub-Cabinet Records
  • Harold Washington, Community Services Sub-Cabinet Records
  • Harold Washington, Intergovernmental Affairs Records
  • Harold Washington, Office Manager/Supervisor of Clerical Staff Records
  • Harold Washington, Press Office Records
  • Harold Washington, Press Office Photographs
  • Harold Washington, Public Safety/Regulatory Sub-Cabinet Records
  • Harold Washington, Real Estate Committee Records
  • Harold Washington, Schedules and Evaluations Records
  • Harold Washington, Videotapes
  • Harold Washington Commemorative Year Archives
  • Harold Washington, Political Education Project Records

Title
Guide to the Harold Washington Archives and Collections. Mayoral Records. Infrastructure Sub-Cabinet Series
Status
Completed
Author
Special Collections staff, 2002. Additional processing by Morag Walsh, 2018. Updated and ingested into ArchivesSpace by Sarah Zimmerman 2022.
Date
2002
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Unit at Harold Washington Library Center Repository

Contact:
Harold Washington Library Center, 9th Floor
Chicago Public Library
400 S. State Street
Chicago IL 60605 United States
(312) 747-4875