Archive for February 2022
Neighborhood Development and Investing with Community Investment Corp. & Woodlawn
Neighborhood Development and Investing with Community Investment Corp. & Woodlawn Please join the Woodlawn Chamber of Commerce and the Community Investment Corporation (CIC) via Zoom to discuss targeted investments and working with the organization. Hear about community investment ideas. Learn about the Woodlawn – specific lending program. Understanding steps to work with CIC. …
Read MoreOur Annual SBAC Golf Outing is BACK!
Our Annual SBAC Golf Outing is BACK! IT’S OFFICIAL! WE’RE GOING GOLFING! We are thrilled to announce that registration for the 13th Annual SBAC Golf Outing is NOW OPEN! The annual golf outing is a chance to relax and have fun with fellow SBAC members and guests! And it’s in-person! So invite your golf buddies and…
Read MoreLegalization of Sandwich Signs to Help Local Businesses
Legalization of Sandwich Signs to Help Local Businesses After persistent support from the SBAC to legalize sandwich signs, in June 2021, Chicago Alderman voted to adopt a new policy on sandwich signs, which will go into effect NEXT WEEK. On March 1, 2022, Chicago small businesses can officially use “A-frame” or sandwich signs on the…
Read MoreREVITALIZATION IN THE NEWS: Two Locally Owned Grocery Stores Underway on West Side
REVITALIZATION IN THE NEWS: Two Locally Owned Grocery Stores Underway on West Side This comes after decades of disinvestment. After decades of disinvestment, two new grocery stores are being built on Chicago’s West Side – something residents have long awaited as other grocery store chains close up shop. The SBAC and our robust collation…
Read MoreOpEd: Crains Chicago Business
OpEd: Crains Chicago Business February 08, 2022 11:34 AM A Labor Shortage Creates an Opportunity to Help the Homeless Illinois politicians should engage those leading the fight against homelessness and also engage small-business advocates to explore how to prepare homeless individuals for a return to the workforce. NELI VAZQUEZ ROWLAND ELLIOT RICHARDSON Read the…
Read MoreRevitalization in the News: Chicago Recovery Plan Funding Available!
Revitalization in the News: Chicago Recovery Plan Funding Available! There’s still funding bids available through the City of Chicago and the Chicago Recovery Plan. “The Chicago Recovery Plan invests over $1.2 billion in new and existing initiatives. Over the lifespan of the Chicago Recovery Plan, there will be frequent opportunities to partner with Chicago organizations…
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