|
|
|
|
|
News from Our Business Districts |
July 2010
|
|
|
|
|
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   |
|
| Edgewater Development Corporation Presents..... |
|
This year's Taste of Bryn Mawr dinner crawl featured eleven restaurants and four businesses along Bryn Mawr Historic and Commercial District. This event, according to the participants was a huge success- bringing hundreds of people to the restaurants to sample their cuisine.
Food samples were available at each of the participating restaurants and as well as exclusive deals at the participating businesses.
The goal of the event is to help alter the shopping and dining patterns of residents and to showcase Bryn Mawr Ave. as a thriving commercial district. Studies have shown that many locals travel outside of the neighborhood for dining, shopping, and entertainment. However, on June 10 this year, they were regaled by the exciting opportunities provided closer to home. The event started at 6:00 PM and went to 9:00 PM. No one was complaining about still being hungry at the end of the three hours!
The decorated street was festive with the air of excitement as the participants strolled down the street eating and enjoying the evening's entertainment highlights which included many local artists. A wonderful performance outside That Little Mexican Café included artists that just came to "Jam Out" with Daniel Tabion and his fellow performers. A new performer, Kirk Scott, played the bass guitar outside Apart Pizza; Maria Garcia played her acoustic guitar and sang some songs off her album outside of Francesca's Bryn Mawr; and Traysee Leonard blew the crowd away in front of Flourish Bakery on his saxophone. Chicago Apartment Finders, one of the event sponsors, provided a wonderful acoustic performance from one of its employees. Of the participating businesses, Northside Toyota drew a huge crowd by showcasing some of the newest model vehicles alongside the street.
 
This is the fifth event of its kind to be hosted by the Edgewater Development Corporation. Twice a year, the EDC puts on the Taste events to showcase the extensive commercial options that exist within the community. Be on the lookout for the Taste of Edgewater event coming up (or should I say Crawling up) soon in September!
For more on the Taste of Bryn Mawr, watch Michael Lehet's video as he walks you through the entire event!
Thank you to our participating businesses and sponsors!
* Apart Pizza Apart Pizza Company* Ben's Noodles & Rice Ben's Noodles & Rice* Bryn Mawr Deli Bryn Mawr Deli* Flourish Bakerly Cafe Flourish Bakery Cafe* Francesca's Bryn Mawr Francesca"s Bryn Mawr* Shinobu Japanese Restaurant Shinobu Japanese Restaurant* Hella's GyrosHella's Gryos*Starbucks Coffee Starbucks Coffee* That Little Mexican Cafe That Little Mexican Cafe* The Little India Restaurant The Little India Restaurant* Salon 64Salon 64 * Chicagoland GamesChicagoland Gamres * Ramsey Florists Ramsey Florist* 7-Eleven7-Eleven *Anna Held FloristAnna Held Florist* Lakefront Group Realty AssociatesLakefront Group Realty Associates * Bridgeview Bank Bridgeview Bank * Chicago Apartment Finders Chicago Apartment Finders* That Little Mexican Cafe That Little Mexican Cafe* Chicago Northside ToyotaChicago Northside Toyota * The Admiral on the LakeThe Admiral on the Lake |
| Interested in participating in next years event? As an Event Sponsor, Participating Business, Volunteer on a committee? Contact us at 773-506-4016 or email us at info@edgewaterdev.org |
|
EDC ADOPT A STATION PROGRAM
CTA Red Line stations at Bryn Mawr and Granville received makeovers under Edgewater Development Corporation new Adopt a Station Program. In partnership with 48th Ward Alderman Mary Ann Smith, Chicago Transit Authority and City Year Chicago, on June 8th over fifty volunteers painted the Bryn Mawr and Granville Red Line Stations. Rain deterred the exterior work and viaduct painting that will be completed later this year. The program is designed to do beautification projects at the L stations. The work at the Edgewater stations is part of an initative to make improvements in the neighborhood.
|
|
This Month's Featured Properties |
Featured Properties
1333 W Devon Ave
1600
SF available. Central heat and air, taxes included, B3-2 zoning. A
corner space, walking distance from Loyola University, this retail
property would be perfect for a restaurant or office. For more
information, contact Miraya Vlacho (312) 738- 9502
1415 W Devon Ave
Exquisite Office Space: Newly renovated, bi-level, move-in ready,
1000SF, Full Bath, Laundry accessible, Internet Ready. Also available
for rent is a 4 car (3600SF 2 level) garage. Contact Patrick A. Hulne
at (312) 656-0245.
1414 W Devon Ave
This storefront space is
on the first floor of a great looking mixed- use building. Devon Ave.
is home to an eclectic blend of shops, restaurant, offices, and a host
of other businesses. These merchants thrive from the diverse residents
and the 15,000 students enrolled at nearby Loyola University. Potential
users include: Food General, Retail Office, Clinic, Florist, Cellular,
Salon, etc.
1104 W Bryn Mawr Ave
1400
sq. ft. first floor commercial space. Being renovated. A new Nookie's
restaurant will be opening in the corner space at Winthrop and Bryn
Mawr. Contact Dr. Alexopoulos at (312) 399-3873 |
|
Business Tax Credit for New Hires!
With the economy recovering from the last couple years of trauma, small businesses are going to see (if they are not already seeing) a boost in their sales or an increasing demand for their services. Typically a good environment for hiring, businesses now have even more incentive to hire new people as a result of the new government tax credits.
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), a part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, expanded the criteria for tax credit to include unemployed military veterans and disconnected youth (ages 16-24). Also, this act opens the door for another 10 groups of unemployed Americans.
The Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment, or the HIRE Act, creates tax breaks for businesses employing persons who have been previously employed (not necessarily by the hiring business). Information from Business Credit Services |
| What's Happening In Edgewater? |
|
Edgewater Artists in Motion |
|
Edgewater Artists in Motion is an ongoing initiative to celebrate creativity and artistry in the neighborhood by displaying artwork in Edgewater storefronts. We invite you to take a stroll through your neighborhood to enjoy the artwork. |
|
|
Performing Artists Galeries de Granville Art Fair on Granville from Broadway to Winthrop Saturday July 17th - 10am - 5pm DJ Music provided by Fig Media
Continuous Performing Artists
on two street stages
GRANVILLE/BROADWAY STREET STAGE
Harmony Dance Collectize....................Uzbekistan Dance
Ensemble Esparol .................................Spanish Dance
Brikenbrak Theatre project ..................Theatre
Piel Morena Comtempory Dance .........Dance
Cohabitation Collaboration(CoCo) ......Jazz Alternative
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre ..............Dance
Barbaric ..................................................Experimental Rock
Sovereign Jazz Quintet ........................Jazz Band
Mejo ........................................................Rock/Spoken Word
DJ LA Jesus ...........................................Dance
John Jones ..........................................Singer/Guitar Player
GRANVILLE/WINTHROP STREET STAGE
DJ DI ..............................................Dance
Dwayne ..........................................Jazz Alternative
Poetry Party ...................................Various Poets/Open Mic
Flow Theory ...................................Jam Band/Funk Reggae
Heather Riordan ............................Accordion
Young Man .....................................Experimental Rock
Schedule subject to change
|
Looking forward to seeing you all Saturday for Galeries de Granville at Third Saturdays!
Thanks all,
Rae Ann Cecrle EAIM Chair
Tracy Poyser EAIM Co-Chair
|
|
|
|
|
Edgewater
Edgewater Arts Festival
Celebrating Edgewater Community Council's 50th Anniversary
When: July 17-18 from 10am to 5 pm
Where: Berger Park- Sheridan and Granville
Presented by: Edgewater Community Council
Lighting the way for 50 years!
Juried Art Fest, featuring original art, music and drama Admission freel
Further information Contact Reggiggie Griffin at ergriffin@prodigy.net or
Marion Volini at marionvolini@comcast.net
|
|
Business
News You Can Use
|
|
Need Financial Assistance to Improve Your Business
SBIF Grants of up to $150,000!
Overview
Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) Program
SBIF helps make improvements to small business properties in select Chicago neighborhoods. The program uses tax increment financing (TIF) revenues to help owners of commercial and industrial properties within specific TIF districts to repair or remodel their facilities for their own business or on behalf of tenants.
Description
Program participants can receive matching grants to cover up to half the cost of remodeling work, with a maximum grant amount of $150,000. The grant does not have to be repaid.
Objective
To help local companies expand and create employment oportunties for Chicago residents. Qualifications and Restrictions Expenses eligible for a SBIF grant include:
-
New windows, floors or roof
-
Sign removal and replacement
-
Tuckpointing
-
New heating, ventilation and air conditioning
-
Improvements to accommodate disabled patrons or workers
-
Purchase of adjacent property for building expansion or parking
SBIF grants are provided to property owners after remodeling work is completed and all expenses are paid. Residential property, residential components of mixed-use buildings, and property leased to fast-food chains and certain other businesses are not eligible for the program. Vacant business property is eligible, but grants are not paid until the space is occupied by a business tenant.
Applications are processed by SomerCor 504 Inc.
(312)- 744-0678
|
|
Property Owners!!!
Do you have
Property for Sale or Lease?
Call us at 773-856-5191 or email us info@edgewaterdev.org and we will place your property information on our website for free!! |
|
"Edgewater Artist in Motion"
Spice Up That Empty Store Front
Edgewater Development Corporation is attracting new businesses into the community by sponsoring Artist in Motion, in conjunction with Edgewater Community Council, Edgewater Chamber of Commerce and Edgewater SSA#26. Let's work together to beautify the area with gorgeous art displays from local Edgewater Artists. For more information contact Megha at (773) 856-5191 or Rae Anne at 773-878-9004 | |
|
|
|
|
|
|
