Serving Businesses in Cragin, Hermosa, Humboldt Park & N. Austin Communities
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The
NWCC
CONNECTION
Business & Community
News & Events
January 7th, 2020
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January 7th, 2020
Issue -
Legislative Changes 2020 - Chicago River Project Expansion - Outsourcing - Marketing 101 - Invest South/West Event
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Pro, Con & What to Do Next
New Retirement Legislation
Recent retirement legislation, the Setting Every Community Up For Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act, enacted by the Federal government is the broadest change passed in the past 13 years. The act is three-pronged:
1) modifying required minimum distribution (RMD) rules for retirement plans,
2) expanding retirement plan access, and
3) increasing lifetime income options in retirement plans.
6 Ways The SECURE Act May Impact Your Retirement
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2020 - NEW YEAR, NEW RULES & REGULATIONS
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to read articles
NBC-TV
Carol - Chicago on the Cheap
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NW CONNECTION Chamber of Commerce
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YOU'RE INVITED....
I look forward to meeting community residents,
local organization staff and NWCC Members
at 2020s first....
COFFEE & NETWORKING Drop-In
January 28th, 2020 - 10 AM
Carnicerias Jimenez - 4204 W. North Avenue
It's an informal drop-in - have a cup of coffee, stay as long as you can,
meet business neighbors and learn about area resources and programs. Regards, Pete Schmugge, NWCC Executive Director
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These NWCC Members can help with a variety of tax and accounting advice and services.
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Looking to Buy, Sell or Lease?
Brokers and agents...
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Additional Funding Approved
for Chicago River Project
Per Curbed Chicago "A modular plan for an eco-park along the Chicago River’s highly polluted North Branch Canal is getting $1.4 million more in city funding so designers can implement a two-block floating boardwalk."
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Outsourcing: How It
Can Beneft Your Business
Per the Small Business Administration
more than a third of small businesses
currently outsourc
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some of their operations. Outsourcing allows you to get more done and entrust essential tasks to professionals, without growing your full-time team. It also helps keep costs under control, increases efficiency,
and let you focus on the parts of your business you're good at and on what you enjoy.
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A Guide to
Winning Customers
This SBA webinar gives a basic
overview of marketing for small business owners looking to reach a broader customer base and expand their market. Learn what marketing is, and why it's vital to growth. The 30-Minute course covers how to conduct market research and develop strategies while providing marketing resources for small business owners.
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to learn more.
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Going Green doesn't have to be complicated - it can save your business money, and involve your employees to create a greater sense of community in the workplace. It can be as simple as buying preowned office furniture, to ditching disposables. Drops, fill a bucket. This article from ReWork has some ideas to consider.
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to read.
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COLLECTIVO COFFEE
2261 N. Milwaukee -- 773/687-8078
An open, upbeat place serving a full cafe food menu, espresso, coffee, and tea, as well as Colectivo Keg Beers and Nitro Cold Brew on tap.
Open Sunday thru Monday
6:30 AM to 7 PM
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VICTORY DINER
2246 N. Milwaukee - 773/697-9745
Per a Block Club Chicago article, Victory Diner is the new kid on the block, serving traditional American fare, as well as some vegan choices.
Monday - Thursday & Sunday 10 AM to 3 PM; Friday & Satuday 10 AM to 6 PM
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New Diner in
Logan Square....
Block Club Chicago article
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Victory Grill, Diner Serving Burgers And Boozy Shakes, Opening Next Week In
Logan Square
Mina Bloom - 12/4/2019
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Help Kick-off INVEST South/West
Saturday, January 18th - from 11 AM to 2 PM
Kehrein Center - 5608 W. Washington Boulevard
This free family-friendly Open House includes a presentation
with performances by local artists, youth activities, food prepared by local chefs, and planning exercises for each community area. Organized by the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), community members in Humboldt Park, Austin, and North Lawndale will get an overview of the INVEST South/West initiative and an opportunity to give input on investment priorities.
Learn more about INVEST South*West
HERE
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