GNCDC is bringing you the latest community and business updates!
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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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SBIF Rollout Calendar
The Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) opens for grants each month in various TIF districts across Chicago. The program's three-year funding plan, adopted in December 2020, currently runs through 2023.
Eligible businesses must submit their application during the month-long application window for their TIF district to qualify for funding. To find out if and when SBIF grants are available for your business, search the address on the eligibility page.
Upcoming Rollout Dates
June 2023
OPENS: 9 a.m. Thursday, June 1
CLOSES: 5 p.m. Friday, June 30
Informational Webinar
July 2023
OPENS: 9 a.m. Monday, July 3
CLOSES: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1
Informational Webinar
August 2023
OPENS: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1
CLOSES: 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31
Informational Webinar
September 2023
OPENS: 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 1
CLOSES: 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2
Informational Webinar
October 2023
OPENS: 9 a.m. Monday, Oct. 2
CLOSES: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31
Informational Webinar
November 2023
OPENS: 9 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1
CLOSES: 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30
Informational Webinar
December 2023
OPENS: 9 a.m. Friday, Dec. 1
CLOSES: 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024
Informational Webinar
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338,397SF Industrial Building Chicago, IL$9,900,000 ($29/SF)
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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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Friday, 6/2 at 9:30 AM
Where to go when the bank says NO?!
Presented by Andrew Fogaty, Executive Director ,36Squared Business Incubator
Need funding to start or grow your business? Then this event is for you! Andrew Fogaty, from the 36Squared Business Incubator will be joined by a panel of experts to discuss alternatives to traditional bank lending programs. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about non profit lenders, crowdfunding, micro loans, SBA programs and more.
Friday, 6/9 Webinar at 9:30 AM
Everything You Need To Know About Business Insurance
Presented by Sandra Cavoto Insurance Agency
In this session, attendees will learn the coverages needed for their business. We'll discuss the right questions to ask your insurance professional and how to protect yourself and your business against lawsuits.
Thursday, 6/15 at 2:00 PM
Empower Hour: Taylor’s Tacos
In honor and recognition of LGBTQ+ Month, this month’s Empower Hour will feature BACP Commissioner Ken Meyer chatting with Taylor and Maya Mason, Co-Owners of Taylor’s Tacos.Taylor and Maya met in 2016, two years after the first Taylor's taco was made. Maya brought on the creative direction and unique flavor profiles and Taylor took on the business execution and branding. Together, they officially launched Taylor's Tacos Chicago in 2018. They began with working out of a private commercial kitchen, and now proudly call the UIC/Medical district home to their first brick-and-mortar location. The candid conversation will cover the start of the business, marketing practices, community involvement and building, and utilizing business resources. The webinar will end with a Q&A for attendees to ask questions.
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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, JUNE 2023
Visit us at GNCDC.org
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4506 W. Fullerton Ave
Chicago, IL 60639
(773) 637-2416
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