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July 2024

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SBIF Rollout Calendar


The Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) opens for grants each month in various TIF districts across Chicago.

Eligible businesses must submit their application during the month-long application window for their TIF district to qualify for funding.


Upcoming Rollout Dates



July 2024

OPENS: 9 a.m. Monday, July 1

CLOSES: 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 30

  • 24th/Michigan
  • 71st/Stony Island
  • Austin Commercial
  • Roosevelt/Cicero Industrial Corridor
  • Woodlawn

Informational Webinar

1 p.m. Wednesday, July 3


August 2024

OPENS: 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1

CLOSES: 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30

  • 43rd/Cottage Grove
  • Bronzeville
  • Fullerton/Milwaukee
  • Midwest

Informational Webinar

1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7


September 2024

OPENS: 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 1

CLOSES: 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30

  • 63rd/Ashland
  • LaSalle Central
  • Stockyards SEQ

Informational Webinar

1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4


October 2024

OPENS: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1

CLOSES: 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30

  • 111th/Kedzie
  • Addison South
  • Western/Rock Island

Informational Webinar

1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2


November 2024

OPENS: 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1

CLOSES: 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30

  • 79th/Vicennes
  • Elston/Armstrong
  • Western/Ogden

Informational Webinar

1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6


December 2024

OPENS: 9 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 1

CLOSES: 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30

  • Ogden/Pulaski
  • River West

Informational Webinar

1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4


The application must be submitted to DPD’s program administrator, SomerCor. For additional program information or application assistance, visit the SomerCor website at www.somercor.com/sbif.


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Commercial and Industrial Program

The Commercial and Industrial Program provides energy efficiency rebates, resources, expert support and project management for customers. No matter your type of operation, the program team can help your business reduce its energy use. Our team can identify energy-saving opportunities customized for your business.
There are many ways for you to save, including:

  • Free energy-saving products for qualifying customers
  • Custom and prescriptive project rebates
  • Energy studies
  • Expert support







Industrial Strategic Energy Management


By focusing on people and processes rather than just equipment upgrades,,ComEd's Strategic Energy Management (SEM) program motivates employees to consider behavioral and operational changes that lead to long-lasting energy savings without significant capital investments! The program includes a year-long series of workshops and coaching sessions focused on identifying and implementing operational and behavioral changes. Energy models are created for selected sites to monitor energy performance over the program year.

Energy Savings Through Engagement


SEM helps clients achieve energy savings by engaging the entire facility. The process is designed to:

  • Establish organizational commitment
  • Plan and implement energy efficiency best practices and projects, from no-cost opportunities to larger capital investments
  • Measure, monitor, and report on savings

In addition to the direct cost savings from reduced energy use, ComEd also offers various incentives for participating companies.



ComEd Energy Efficiency Program Incentives Click Here




Upcoming Webinars July 2024

 

Tuesday

Tuesday

JULY 9


Employers of Creative Workers: Know Applicable Labor Laws

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Business Operations & Licensing

July 9th 2024

10:00 am to 11:30 am

Presented by Chicago Office of Labor Standards and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events

Art is Labor. In this webinar, you will learn about labor laws that apply to you as an employer in Chicago. The overview will provide information on recent updates to Chicago’s labor laws including Minimum Wage, Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave, Fair Workweek, and Wage Theft. Additionally, there will be an overview of your responsibilities under the new Illinois Freelance Worker Protection Act (FWPA) which protects freelance workers and requires that written contracts be provided, timely payment of compensation, and access to recourse in the event of a violation of FWPA. Resources for your business and/or organization from the City of Chicago and additional organizational partners will also be shared. The webinar will conclude with a Q&A session.

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Wednesday

JULY 10


City Inspections - Ask Questions, Get Answers

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City Inspections

July 10th 2024

3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Presented by the City of Chicago

The Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection, Department of Public Health, and the Department of Buildings will provide insight on how operate a compliant business in the City of Chicago. Topics covered will include how to prepare for inspections, building permits and sign display requirements, food inspection overview and necessary certificates, and zoning review procedures. Learn how to operate safely and avoid common setbacks.

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Friday

JULY 12


Access to Capital

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Finance Business Operations & Licensing

July 12th 2024

9:30 am to 11:00 am

Presented by Allies for Community Business (A4CB)

Allies for Community Business (A4CB) provides the capital, coaching, and connections entrepreneurs need to grow great businesses that create jobs and wealth in their communities. A4CB offers loans between $500 and $100,000 to early, emerging, and established businesses at fair prices. In addition, A4CB provides free coaching to anyone who wants to start or grow a business, and A4CB connects entrepreneurs to trusted partners that can help further. Join A4CB Manager of Community Lending Angel Casas to hear an overview of what is required to apply for a small business loan and details about A4CB’s business coaching service.

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Tuesday

JULY 16


Creative Workers: Know Your Worker Rights

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Business Operations & Licensing

July 16th 2024

10:00 am to 11:30 am

Presented by Chicago Office of Labor Standards and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events

Art is Labor. In this webinar, you will learn about labor laws that apply to you as a creative worker in Chicago. The overview will provide information on Chicago’s labor laws including Minimum Wage, Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave, Fair Workweek, and Wage Theft. Additionally, there will be an overview on the new Illinois Freelance Worker Protection Act (FWPA), which protects freelance workers and requires that written contracts be provided, timely payment of compensation, and access to recourse in the event of a violation of FWPA. Finally, you will learn about new resources and organizations that can support you as a creative worker. There will also be time to ask questions at a Q&A session.

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Wednesday

JULY 17


Property Assessment Basics

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Business Operations & Licensing Finance

July 17th 2024

3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Presented by the Cook County Assessor’s Office

The Cook County Assessor’s office will present some basic information for business owners on property assessments and the property tax system, provide information on how to find information on commercial property assessments, share information on a recent policy change affecting commercial properties as well as provide information on how to appeal your assessment.

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Thursday

JULY 18


Empower Hour: Not Just Cookies

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Business Operations & Licensing Marketing

July 18th 2024

2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This month’s Empower Hour will feature BACP Chief Small Business Officer Lotika Pai with Johnathon Bush, Founder of Not Just Cookies

On the heels of World Youth Skills Day, which is July 15, we are pleased to have Johnathon Bush share his story of youth entrepreneurship. At the age of 13, Johnathon Bush started Not Just Cookies. As a young entrepreneur and passionate baker, NJC focused on providing delicious, quality baked goods the right way. This spirit of “baking hustle” carries on today and is what makes Not Just Cookies Wholesale Bakery a different kind of bakery. NTC donates leftover cookies to local churches and to the homeless. Additionally, they employ youth from Chicago's historically disinvested communities.

The candid conversation will cover the launch of the business, youth entrepreneurship, and community engagement. The webinar will end with a Q&A for attendees to ask questions.

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Friday

JULY 19


Capitalizing Your Small Business: Tips for Financial Success

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Business Operations & Licensing

July 19th 2024

9:30 am to 11:00 am

Presented by Women’s Business Development Center Associate Director Emma Westfall, M.B.A.

Is your business positioned to weather financial challenges, adapt to changing market conditions and take advantage of expansion opportunities? External capital may be a necessary tool. But what should every business owner know about preparing for accessing capital? This session is a must for any business owner hoping to acquire external capital such as grants, lines of credit, business credit cards and/or term loans. Attendees will gain foundational knowledge for navigating the capital landscape successfully. Join Women’s Business Development Center Associate Director Emma Westfall, M.B.A. for this insightful session!

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Tuesday

JULY 23


Empleadores de Trabajadores Creativos: Conozca las leyes laborales aplicables

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Business Operations & Licensing

July 23rd 2024

10:00 am to 11:30 am

Presentado por La Oficina de Normas Laborales de Chicago y el Departamento de Asuntos Culturales y Eventos Especiales de Chicago

El arte es trabajo. En este seminario web, usted aprenderá acerca de las leyes laborales que se aplican a usted como empleador en Chicago. La visión general proporcionará información sobre las recientes actualizaciones de las leyes laborales de Chicago incluyendo el Salario Mínimo, Tiempo Libre Pagado y Tiempo Pagado por Enfermedad, la Semana Laboral Justa y el Robo de Salario. Además, habrá una visión general de sus responsabilidades bajo la nueva Ley de Protección de Trabajadores Autónomos (freelancer) de Illinois (FWPA) cual protege a los trabajadores autónomos y requiere que se proporcionen contratos por escrito, el pago oportuno de la compensación, y el acceso a remedios en caso de violación de la FWPA. También se compartirán recursos para su empresa y/u organización de la ciudad de Chicago y otras organizaciones asociadas. El seminario web concluirá con una sesión de preguntas y respuestas.

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Tuesday

JULY 30


Trabajadores Creativos: Conozca sus derechos laborales

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Business Operations & Licensing

July 30th 2024

10:00 am to 11:30 am

Presentado por La Oficina de Normas Laborales de Chicago y el Departamento de Asuntos Culturales y Eventos Especiales de Chicago

El arte es trabajo. En este seminario web, usted aprenderá acerca de las leyes laborales que se aplican a usted como un trabajador creativo en Chicago. La visión general proporcionará información sobre las leyes laborales de Chicago incluyendo el Salario Mínimo, el Tiempo Libre Pagado y Tiempo Pagado por Enfermedad, la Semana Laboral Justa, y el Robo de Salario. Además, habrá una visión general sobre la nueva Ley de Protección del Trabajador Autónomo (freelancer) de Illinois (FWPA), cual protege a los trabajadores autónomos y requiere que se proporcionen contratos por escrito, el pago oportuno de la compensación, y el acceso a remedios en caso de violación de la FWPA. Por último, conocerá sobre nuevos recursos y organizaciones que pueden apoyarle como trabajador creativo. También habrá tiempo para hacer preguntas en una sesión de preguntas y respuestas.

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Please email BACPoutreach@cityofchicago.org with any webinar questions.

 

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Greater Northwest Chicago Development Corporation...is a delegate agency of the City of Chicago Department of Planning & Development serving the Galewood/Armitage, Pulaski and Northwest Industrial Corridors. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the agency provides assistance and information about incentives and programs for building improvement and development, business retention and sustainability and workforce resources and training. 

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