Special Service Area Description of Services:
Special Service Areas (SSA) are local tax districts that fund expanded services and programs through a localized property tax within a designated area. The services provided through an SSA are in addition to those that are already provided through the City of Chicago.
Cooperative efforts are the key to success and many business owners are participating in activities that encourage an open exchange of ideas and concerns. Business owners join forces to unlock economies of scale and advertise their products and services while they are all sharing the cost. Monthly meetings are held in order to responsibly plan and manage the funds.
- See more at: GADC SSA Website
GADC currently manages SSA 32 and SSA 69. View a map of SSA 69 and SSA 32 to see their boundaries. Take a look at the 2017 calendar of monthly SSA 32 and SSA 69 meetings. All meetings are open to the public.
- See more at: GADC SSA Website
Promoting Success
Both the SSA and CSS services include business technical assistance that helps launch new businesses and supports the growth of existing businesses. Our business technical assistance includes the following: GADC SSA Website
Business assessment
Our skilled professional team will work with you to explore business potential, assess market dynamics, review and analyze your business plan concepts.
Connecting owners with properties
Whether opening a new business or simply moving your business to a new location, our database of buildings for sale and rent inside the 63rd Street business district helps you select a site that suits your needs - See more at: GADC SSA Website
Consulting and strategy development
Take advantage of our experience with the local business market and global market trends through individualized support with developing cost-effective online and print media marketing; enhancing sales cycle methods; and identifying needs and accessing flexible financing and grants. - See more at: GADC SSA Website
Technology Lab
Our technology lab, combined with our business workshops, helps business owners to build technology skills, such as using business software, accounting software and databases; effectively using online banking and e-commerce tools; accepting payments securely online; and social media engagement strategy. - See more at:
Call Norma Sanders for general Neighborhood Business Development assistance or Cheryl Johnson or Khayeem Anderson for SPECIAL SERVICE AREA (SSA) assistance at 773-483-3696 (GAGDC Main) or 773-723-3557 (SSA). - See more at: GADC SSA Website
Connecting owners with properties Whether opening a new business or simply moving your business to a new location, our database of buildings for sale and rent inside the 79th Street business district helps you select a site that suits your needs. - Check back for recent listings or give us a call!