The Village is exploring the idea of creating a Facebook page just for Tinley Park businesses and would like to know if you would be interested in receiving information this way.

To take the survey, either scan the QR code included in this story or visit the questionnaire on Survey Monkey. The Village is interested to know what you think!

The Illinois Restaurant Association will host a webinar titled "Exploring New Revenue Streams for Restaurants" at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19.

Panelists from Airbnb, Prairie Grass Cafe and Vermilion/Let's Talk will join the Illinois Restaurant Association to provide restaurant operators ideas for generating new revenue by offering new options or serving different audiences. Register today to participate.

ComEd is offering a Small Businesses Assistance Program for eligible small businesses struggling to stay open in the face of COVID-19.

Businesses whose service has not been disconnected can receive a one-time grant equal to 30% of their total ComEd balance (as much as $1,000) that will be applied to the past-due balance. The remaining balance can be spread over a payment plan of as much as six months

Small business customers whose service has been disconnected within the past 30 days may be eligible for a one-time grant equal to 30% of the total ComEd balance (as much as $1,000) to help reconnect their service if accompanied with a payment of the remaining balance due.

Visit ComEd's website for more information on the program, or call (877) 426-6331 to apply.

Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park, is open for property tax appeals at the Cook County Board of Review now through Tuesday, Dec. 15.

If you own a single-family home, small apartment building or mixed-use property (commercial/residential) with less than seven total units and less than 20,000 total square feet, you can file a residential appeal. If you own a commercial property, you can file a commercial/industrial appeal.

For more information on filing a property tax appeal, please visit the Orland Township website or call the Orland Township Assessor’s Office at (708) 403-4712.

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DECO) is offering the second wave of grants as part of its Business Interruption Grant (BIG) program to provide more than $200 million in economic relief for small businesses hit by COVID-19.

The second wave aims to provide relief for all types of small businesses, but with a particular focus on businesses downstate, in disproportionately impacted areas (DIAs) and for heavily impacted industries and regions that have been unable to reopen or are operating at a severely diminished capacity since the spring.

To apply, fill out the Business Interruption Grant Application. For more information, visit the DCEO website.

The Village of Tinley Park is committed to supporting restaurants through the Winter Dining Grant, which was created to help businesses comply with public health requirements while expanding their seating capacity through the winter months.

An applicant may be reimbursed for as much as $5,000 for the purchase or rental of barriers, outdoor coverings, heating equipment, lighting equipment, outdoor furniture and other costs associated with outdoor dining. A $1,000 owner investment is required. Expenses previously incurred starting Aug. 1, 2020 may be considered for reimbursement with proof of purchase.

Interested business owners can submit an application with supporting documents to pcordero@tinleypark.org. Community Development Department staff will confirm receipt within one business day. If the grant is approved, the Village will schedule an inspection.

The process is for the use of private property only. If a restaurant is seeking the use of public sidewalks or roadways, please contact the Community Development Department at (708) 444-5110.

Eligible businesses must hold a current business license and, if applicable, a current liquor license. The restaurant must also be in compliance with all of the Village’s liquor codes.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted. Visit the Village website to apply or for more information.