Tinley Park businesses have until 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15 to apply for the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity's (DECO) Business Interruption Grants (BIG), which provide more than $200 million in economic relief for small businesses hit by COVID-19.

DCEO has $270 million remaining to disburse. The average grant provided to date is $25,000. Grant funds may be used toward operational expenses, including PPE, rent and utilities, payroll and more.

Be sure you don't miss the chance to join the 23 Tinley Park businesses that have already received funds! To apply, fill out the Business Interruption Grant Application. For more information, visit the DCEO website.

ComEd is offering its Small Business Customer Assistance Program, which provides eligible small business customers with a one-time grant of as much as $2,000 for a past-due balance.

Eligible customers may also place a remaining balance into a payment plan of as much as six months. ComEd will apply assistance to a business’ bill in 2021 if they meet all qualifications.

To apply for the Small Business Assistance Program, please call (877) 426-6331.

Just a friendly reminder that any enclosures, including ones for winter dining, require a Village of Tinley Park permit.

Please reach out to the Village's Building Division at (708) 444-5100 if you plan to enclose your outdoor space.

The Village of Tinley Park has created a brand-new Facebook page just for Tinley Park businesses!

Visit the new Tinley Park Business Community page and "Like" it to receive business-related information right in your Facebook feed.