Business Partners

The mission of the Business Partners, the Chamber for Uptown, is to provide comprehensive support services and access to technical assistance programs to businesses and economic investors located in and serving Uptown. The assistance furnished by the Business Partners will insure that Uptown businesses have the opportunity and tools to thrive, and that the needs for goods and services in the community are met.

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Fall 2007 Chambergram Newsletter now available


Check out the news in the latest Chambergram. They're in the mail now and a pdf can be downloaded by clicking here, Find out what's been happening and what's happening soon. If you need additional hard copies to distribute at your place of business, simply call the chamber office - 773-878-1184.


Huge Temporary Price Reduction




Banner prices have been temporarily reduced by $100!!! until January 15, 2008. There's no better time to promote your business or honor a special someone than with an Uptown banner. Choose from 5 designs. The more you buy the more you save. Chamber members save even more! Call Bill at the chamber office (773-878-1184) or email him at bvan@uptownbusinesspartners.com.


Storm Damage Relief Loans Available


On Friday, November 16th, 2007, the Governor's Office announced that a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster declaration for Cook County had been granted. This means that homeowners can apply for loans of up to $200,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property. In addition, businesses and private non-profit organizations may borrow up to $1.5 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory and other business assets.

Representatives from the SBA will be available to accept and process loan applications starting Tuesday, November 20, 2007 through Thursday, December 13, 2007. They will be at the Chicago Park District - Eckert Park 1330 W. Division from 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday (exclusive of holidays). For individuals not able to apply in person, they may obtain information and loan applications by calling toll free (800)659-2955; hearing impaired individuals may call (800) 877-8339.

For additional assistance, please feel free to contact Antonio Ruiz, Executive Director, Office of Emergency Management and Communications at (312)746-9111 or Deputy Director Earl W. Zuelke Jr. at 312/743-1828. You may also contact Alderman Helen Shiller's Office at (773)878-4646 or email ward46@cityofchicago.org.



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