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Revitalize Local Businesses and Neighborhoods

Thriving commercial corridors support local communities across Chicago and Cook County.  Prior to the pandemic, however, many corridors struggled.  As Chicago emerges from the pandemic and local communities confront a new economic landscape, a strong coalition of stakeholders is needed to advocate for policies and initiatives which will revitalize, empower and connect commercial corridors and neighborhoods.

  • Advocacy Initiatives:
    • Reduce Commercial Vacancies:  We are advocating for an ordinance that will reduce commercial vacancies in struggling Cook County commercial corridors.  One line and the ordinance
    • Encourage Local Investment: We are researching and formulating policies that will encourage local investment in local businesses and neighborhoods
    • Reduce Red Tape:  We are formulating policies to reduce red tape which impacts small businesses in struggling commercial corridors

Check out the full Neighborhood Revitalization Coalition (NRC) website here.

Insights Archive

Your Ideas Can Have a Big Impact!

By patti@sbacil.org | July 21, 2021

The resurgence of Illinois’ economy will strongly correlate to the recovery of the small business community. Do you have an idea? Let us know your ideas on policies, initiatives, and programs that may help the small business community by filling out this form! Please translate this page to the language of your choice. Supporters Fifth…

Small Business Advocacy Council Applauds Niles Township Job Skills Development Grant Program

By patti@sbacil.org | July 8, 2021

Small Business Advocacy Council Applauds Niles Township Job Skills Development Grant Program “It is uplifting to see Niles Township take a proactive approach to help their businesses and residents recover from the pandemic. This program is an excellent example of how local governments can help spark economic development by supporting small businesses and creating good…

The REST Act Supports Small Businesses! (H.R.3725)

By patti@sbacil.org | June 28, 2021

The REST Act Supports Small Businesses! (H.R.3725) The SBAC is strongly supporting legislation filed by Representative Newman designed to cut taxes on entrepreneurs and small businesses across the country. The Relief and Equity for Small Businesses through Tax (REST) Act adjusts Section 199A of the Internal Revenue Code to increase the deduction of qualified business…

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