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| News from Our Business Districts |
February & March
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Dear Neighbor,
The Edgewater Development Corporation strives to attract new businesses to Edgewater, shape developments in our business districts to best serve the entire community and give voice to a community vision for our business districts. Read on to hear about some of our recent work or visit our web site to read more about us.
Sincerely, Edgewater Development Corporation 773-506-4016 |
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Edgewater Environmental Plan
March 12, 2009 Community Meeting:
Discussion & Input on Edgewater Environmental Plan
Due to Global Climate Change it is critical to manage our energy usage and the other large impacts we have on our environment. How can we do this as a community? Please join us to help develop our environmental plan, and your impact will be felt by generations to come!
Agenda - Community Input:
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Turn Edgewater into the model green community within Chicago
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Presentations on 10 Plan Elements by Subject
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What Can We All Do Next
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Break Out Discussions
Moderated by Harry Osterman
Location: Emanuel Congregation; 5959 N. Sheridan Road;
Time: 7:00 p.m.
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| P&D Meeting
Planning & Development
March 5, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
Broadway Armory Park
5917 N Broadway
2nd Floor Ballroom
Parking lot next to Armory at corner of Thorndale/Broadway
Agenda:
1. Incidental Liquor License - Abyssinia Restaurant, 5842 N Broadway, Abraham, Owner. Local block club is EPIC, which has approved the request.
2. Introduction of "New Concept" ALDI store for The Clarovista (previously called "The Granville") at Broadway/Granville. Bill Platt, building owner, with representatives from ALDI and CB Richard Ellis. Local block club is NEBA.
The purpose of the Planning & Development meeting is for the community to hear presentations on proposals for new developments & new businesses, zoning change requests, special permit requests, and community planning issues. The presentations are followed by informative discussions with input from individuals with skills and knowledge relevant to the topics.
This is an open public meeting. Come and get informed!
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Side Walk Café Application
 GET A SIDEWALK CAFE APPLICATION NOW!
It may be sub zero temperatures outside, but it's never too cold to start thinking about Sidewalk Cafe Season! Sidewalk cafe season is from March
1st - December 1st, and applications are currently being accepted and may be submitted in person or via mail. Please make sure you are reviewing the
latest version of the Package (Version 01-Jan-2008) since previous versions of the application will not be accepted.
Also, on Wednesday, January 21st, BACP will be offering a workshop "How to Obtain and Renew Your Sidewalk Cafe Permit" taking place at city hall, room 805. The workshop is free and open to the public, as all our workshops. You can download a sidewalk cafe application or the January workshop calendar by visiting BACPs website at cityofchicago.org/businessaffairs. For questions about Sidewalk Cafe Permits, or any public way use permits call 312-74-GOBIZ / 312-744-6249.
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Osterman Holds 9th Annual Senior Fair
State Rep. Harry
Osterman invites local senior citizens to attend his 9th
Annual Senior Health Fair on Saturday, March 28th from 10:00 a.m. to
2:00 p.m. at the Broadway
Armory Park,
located at 5917 N. Broadway St.,
in Edgewater. The event is open to the
public and free of charge. Guests will
receive a complimentary gift bag and enjoy entertainment and refreshments.
"This event is an opportunity for senior citizens to learn
about government and community resources available to them, and it is a great
opportunity to interact with representatives from local organizations and
network with other area seniors," said Representative Osterman.
Attendees at the fair will have the opportunity to learn
valuable information from local social service organizations, healthcare providers
and government agencies on various topics related to health, safety, and
finances. Health screenings, flu shots
and the Secretary of State's Mobile Unit will also be available. Also at the event will be informational speakers, fitness
activities, and a raffle.
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 City Info
News from the Department of Business Affairs & Licensing
It's official, as of January 2009, the Department of Business Affairs and Licensing has changed it's name to the Dept. of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP). The Department's mission is to promote and ensure a fair and vibrant marketplace for businesses and consumers. As a new department, they will continue to provide businesses as well as consumers education workshops and business development programs. They will also continue providing you up-to-date information on legislation, programs and resources.
AMUSEMENT TAX CHANGES
This tax applies to owners, managers, or operators of amusements or of
places where amusements are being held, and resellers of tickets for
amusements. This tax is collected from customers. Beginning January 1,
2009, the amusement tax increases from 4% to 5% for live performances
including concerts (for venues with capacities exceeding 750). The
amusement tax for other amusements, like sporting events, increases from 8%
to 9%. For tax questions call 312.747.IRIS or visit the Department of
Revenue homepage @ cityofchicago.org
PARKING TAX CHANGE
This tax applies to businesses that operate parking facilities and/or valet
operators. This tax is collected from customers. Changes are as follows
effective February 1, 2009:
--- Daily Parking: The parking tax increases from $2.25 to $3.00 when the
charge is $12 or more;
--- Weekly Parking: The parking tax increases from $11.25 to $15 when the
charge is $60 or more;
--- Monthly Parking: The parking tax increases from $45.00 to $60.00 when
the charge is $240 or more.
For tax questions call 312.747.IRIS or visit the Department of Revenue
homepage @ cityofchicago.org
PARKING METER RATE CHANGES
Parking meter rates as well as days and times required for payment are
changing in 2009. Motorists should read signage, which will be posted, on
meters to determine if requirements have changed. Meter holidays have been
discontinued. For information on parking related matters, please call
312.744.PARK or visit the Department of Revenue homepage @
cityofchicago.org
The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) mission is to empower businesses to grow and succeed by providing information and services to help businesses act responsibly and create economic vitality and vibrant communities for the people of Chicago. DBA's "one-stop-shop" for businesses provides business consultants to guide businesses through the government process.
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 Business Development Resources
JVS Classes
The Jewish Vocational Service offers various workshops for business development, the following are upcoming workshops:
February 25, 2009
Starting A Business In Illinois
Information that is applicable to all small business start-ups.
Workshop
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
JVS Chicago, 216 W. Jackson Blvd., #700, Chicago
Illinois SBDC/Duman Microenterprise Center
March 2 - Entrepreneurial and Business Assessment
March 2 - How to Write a Business Plan
March 25 - How to Start a Business in Illinois
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As part of our efforts to advance improvements to the Red Line and all of our transportation infrastructure, we encourage you to take part in the moving beyond congestion campaign. Sign up to receive regular updates on their efforts to improve capital funding and to learn how to contact your legislators to voice your support for a state capital plan.
Mass Transit Capital Funding: Why we need it now!
What the January 2008 mass transit legislation did:
The legislation that became law in January 2008 after a year of work provided additional operational funding to the transit system. The legislation allowed the system to keep operating without service cuts and massive fare increases when revenues were short of expectations. The legislation also enhanced coordination and efficiency.
What the January 2008 mass transit legislation did not:
The mass transit legislation did not provide for replacing outdated or worn railroad cars, elevated and subway cars, engines, locomotives, buses, vans, equipment, tracks, structures, stations platforms and facilities.
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