SSMMA Offers Southland Reactivation Incentive Toolkit for the Public |
Local leaders recently convened to officially launch the Southland Reactivation Act - a tax abatement incentive to property developers who purchase tax-exempt commercial and industrial property within Bloom, Bremen, Calumet, Rich, Thornton, or Worth Townships in Cook County.
SSMMA has released a toolkit for municipalities that includes a step-by-step guide to the process of designating non-tax-generating commercial and industrial parcels as Southland Reactivation properties. Access the toolkit here (https://www.ssmma.org/sra-toolkit).
Additionally, the Southland Reactivation website provides an interactive web map of eligible sites and offers resources and guidance for developers and local municipalities interested in certifying eligible properties under the new law. In addition to the toolkit, the FAQ section provides extensive details for local leaders who want to gain a better understanding of how the Southland Reactivation Act can benefit their communities.
Overall, the Southland Reactivation Act will provide investors and business owners with significant property tax relief, bring jobs to the South Suburbs, and revitalize neighborhoods where abandoned properties are not being utilized.
To learn more about the Southland Reactivation Act and how to get started check out SSMMA's website.
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Register Now! SSMMA to Speak About Economic Development in South Suburbs October 11 |
• SSMMA will serve as a panelist for the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce monthly legislative series on Tuesday, October 11 at 11:30am.
• The monthly topical conversation will take place on zoom. Register here.
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Upcoming Meetings and Events
Little Calumet River Watershed Planning Council - Thursday, October 20 at 4:30pm
SSMMA Business Meeting - Thursday, October 20 at 6:00pm
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SAVE THE DATE!
SSMMA'S Annual Jingle and Mingle will be on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 6:00pm. This year's event is hosted by the Village of Alsip and will be held at the Alsip Double Tree Hotel.
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Public Health Information |
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• Monkey Pox vaccinations are now offered at several clinics throughout suburban Cook County. Learn more.
• Cook County Department of Public Health will be releasing the Cook County Health Survey to learn more about environmental, neighborhood and social factors related to health.
On October 8, CCDPH will partner with United Christian Church to offer Monkey Pox and COVID-19 vaccination Find a clinic.
• Organizations can request COVID-19 PPE and other resources from CCDPH. Learn more.
• Will County Health Department offers vaccination clinics for residents. Learn more.
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• As of October 7, the positivity rate for Suburban Cook County reports low according to the CDC level.
• IDPH Urges All Who Are Eligible to Get Up to Date With Newly Approved Bivalent Booster Shots. Learn more.
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CCDPH MPV and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in Suburban Cook County |
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Business & Residential Resources |
• Gov. Pritzker Announces $15 Million to Expand Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program. Learn more.
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• Pritzker Administration Relaunches "Opening Doors" Homebuyer Program. Learn more.
• Gov. Pritzker Announces $300 Million in Funding for Energy Bill Assistance for Illinois families. Learn more.
• Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) offers a list of FY23 grant opportunities for eligible organizations. Learn more.
• Check out the latest list of Federal and DCEO grant opportunities here
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News from Community Partners |
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Stormwater Partnership Program & Voluntary Flood Prone Property Acquisition Program |
• The Stormwater Partnership Program will be accepting applications to provide technical assistance for Conceptual Projects and provide partnership funding for Design and Shovel-Ready Projects. Applications are open until January 13, 2023.
• Attend an informational webinar on Oct 11. Learn more.
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FEMA Announces Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) and Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Programs |
• The BRIC program funds capital projects that reduce the risk of future disasters, including flooding.
• The Flood Mitigation Assistance Program funds are available to local communities to reduce or eliminate the risk of repetitive flood damage to buildings and structures insured under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
• The application for both programs opens on September 30.
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• UIC Cancer Center invites the public to participate in a community lab mixer to discuss solutions to support prostate health among African American men.
• This event will be held on October 18 from noon-2:00pm. Participants will receive $75 for attending.
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• RTA has extended the open call for public feedback regarding their 2023 strategic plan until October 21.
• This strategic plan will guide how RTA's transit system will adapt to the impacts of the pandemic to provide safe, reliable, accessible public transportation that connects people to opportunity, advances equity, and combats climate change.
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U.S. Department of Transportation Hosting Webinars for Reconnecting Communities Grant |
• Tribal, rural, small local governments, nonprofit applicants, and applicants newer to applying to DOT grants are highly encouraged to apply. Find a list of webinars here.
• The deadline for applications is on Thursday, October 13, 2022. Learn more.
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Job Postings & Requests for Proposals |
• Municipalities and organizations can send job openings and proposals here to be publicly posted.
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SPC News
Register Today for the Fall Surplus Vehicle & Equipment Auction
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The last live Surplus Vehicle & Equipment Auction of 2022 will be held on Tuesday, October 18 at noon at America’s Auto Auction in Crestwood. America’s AA offers a wide variety of convenient services to prep your vehicles and garner the highest possible price, and as previously noted, prices for used cars are up 40% year-to-year due to chip shortages and high demand.
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Please note that vehicles and equipment can be listed for disposal right up to the morning of auction day. Sell them now before winter and the dreaded lot rot sets in. Please keep in mind that a portion of the proceeds helps support the operations of the organization. In addition, America’s Auto Auction hosts online sales on par with other government surplus Internet auctions. Contact staff or Berry Ellis, at berry.ellis@americasautoauction.com or call 312-371-5993 for more information.
Click here for more information about the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative and to view the current SPC Catalog.
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