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Home and Business Protection Program
The City's Home and Business Protection Program (HBPP) provides rebates up to certain limits that cover the costs of outdoor security cameras, one year of cloud storage for video footage, outdoor motion sensor lighting, vehicle GPS trackers, and subscription costs. All Chicago residents, as well as business, religious, and non-profit organizations are encouraged to take advantage of the program. To participate, purchase an eligible device(s) on or after 6/6/2022, take a photo of the installed device(s), submit a completed application, and receive financial reimbursement. The program is first-come, first-serve. It will run through December 31, 2024, or until funds are depleted, whichever comes first.
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Armitage/Pulaski SBIF Open October 3rd-November 2nd
The City of Chicago’s Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) promotes economic development by providing small businesses with reimbursable grants for permanent building improvement costs. SBIF grants use local Tax Increment Financing (TIF) revenue to reimburse you for the pre-approved repair or rehab of your business facilities or adjacent land acquisition. SomerCor is the program administrator contracted by the Chicago Department of Planning and Development.
ELIGIBLE expenses for a SBIF grant are permanent building improvement costs associated with commercial and industrial properties, including, but not limited to:
- Mechanical/heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”), electrical, and plumbing
- Tuck pointing and masonry repairs; façade repair/improvement projects
- Storefront renovations (new storefront frames, windows, and doors; exterior accent lighting affixed to the building)
- Roof repair and replacement
- Interior remodeling and renovation that is significant in nature. (that is, it is done in connection with a larger project that involves HVAC, electrical, or plumbing improvements): framing, drywall, interior doors, restroom renovations, flooring, ceilings (expenses related to a standalone cosmetic upgrade project such as new painting and new flooring not done in connection with other significant work are not eligible; “high-end”/custom fixture and/or finish expenses are not eligible)
- Improvements to accommodate disabled patrons or workers
- Rehabilitation of vacant buildings. Please note that SBIF grants will not paid until the improved property is occupied by an eligible small business tenant or tenants
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Purchase of adjacent property for purposes of business expansion or parking. The applicant must operate an eligible small business and own the directly adjacent property on which the eligible business operates
- Structural components of new signage (business-specific parts of signage are not eligible); sign removal
- Certain landscaping improvements to the public way (exterior private property landscaping is not eligible)
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14,000 SF of Space Available
$1,500,000
- Large open spans, 26-30' ceilings, new HVAC, new windows and entry on Pulaski.
- Building divides into two units, 9,000SF and 5,000SF. In addition there is approx. 2,350SF of mezzanine space (can be removed).
- Building is .3 miles to the Healy Metra stop on Fullerton.
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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
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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.
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Wednesday, 9/7 Webinar at 3:00 PM
City Inspections - Ask Questions, Get Answers
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.
Friday, 9/9 Webinar at 9:30 AM
Inside the Industry: Retail
(Part of the Inside the Industry Webinar Series)
Presented by World Business Chicago and 37 Oaks
The webinar panel will cover retail industry trends, how to connect with customers, handling challenges, and industry outlook. Consumer behaviors are ever-changing in retail and business owners must adapt and assess their strategies. Attendees will be provided with tangible tools to pivot, grow, and navigate opportunities.
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Click on the link to find out what ward your business is in.
What ward am I in??
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Your donations are tax deductible!
Without your support GNCDC would not have grown to be the great organization that it is today. It is through hard work and support from all the GNCDC members that we continue to make a difference and help grow our community. Membership dues help GNCDC provide the grants, events and programs that help members grow their businesses. Please pay your membership dues in a timely fashion. You can submit a payment online at your earliest convenience.
GNCDC would kindly like to remind all of our members - that without your support we would not exist. Renew, Join Sponsor, Donate today!
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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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Newsletter September, 2022
Visit us at GNCDC.org
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4506 W. Fullerton Ave
Chicago, IL 60639
(773) 637-2416
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