SSA #18

What is SSA #18?

In 1997, Special Service Area #18 (SSA #18) was established as a special taxing district spanning from Belmont to Irving Park on Halsted Street. Generated revenue from this taxing district is directed back to the neighborhood and is spent according to the annual SSA work plan. A Mayorally-appointed SSA #18 Commission, which is comprised of local property and business owners within the area, develops the work plan. The Northalsted Business Alliance is the Sole Service Provider for SSA #18 and is responsible for implementing the SSA work plan.

What does the SSA do?

SSA #18 provides funding and leadership to address concerns of property and business owners along Northalsted. SSA #18 helps keep Northalsted an attractive place to work, play, invest, and do business by providing:

Planters, landscaping, and street tree care
Sidewalk snow removal
Maintenance within the public area (public trash bins, sidewalk power washing, etc.)
Banners and holiday decorations
Funding to support marketing efforts and special events within the area.

Map of SSA #18

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SSA Audits

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SSA Agreements

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City Guidelines

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More Information

Commissioners

James Ludwig
President
Roscoe’s

Elizabeth Fuld
WeeCare Preschool

David Gassman
DLG Management

Kearby Kaiser
Drummond Advisors

Timothy Klump
Dexter Lock & Key

Mike Raffety
3500 block of North Halsted St. resident

Cindy Rudman
NoteworthyNotes

If you are interested in serving as an SSA #18 commissioner please contact us for additional information.

Meetings

Location

All meetings are open to the public at 9:00 AM.

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2021 Meetings

2020 Meetings

2019 Meetings

2018 Meetings

2017 Meetings

2016 Meetings

2015 Meetings

Programs

Eligibility

Businesses located within SSA #18 and/or Northalsted IN & PROUD Member businesses may be eligible for a variety of rebate/grant programs offered by Northalsted Business Alliance to support the business community. All rebates and grants will be processed on the 1st and 15th of each month.

2021 COVID-19 Rebates & Grants

Northalsted SSA 18 Service Fee Rebate Program
Apply by July 31, 2021
Eligible businesses may receive a rebate of up to 50% ($250 maximum) for eligible service fees such as food delivery, credit card processing, third-party merchant fees.

Northalsted SSA 18 Health & Sanitation Rebate
Apply by July 31, 2021
Eligible businesses may receive a rebate of up to 50% ($250 maximum) for sanitation expenses, such as cleaning supplies, services, and more, related to the COVID-19 crisis.

Northalsted SSA 18 Healthy Air Rebate Program
Apply by July 31, 2021
Eligible businesses may receive a rebate of up to 50% ($250 maximum) for the purchase of eligible healthy air expenses that improve air quality. Eligible projects include HVAC upgrades, air purifiers, air filters, and window upgrades in response to COVID-19.

Northalsted SSA 18 Digital Marketing Rebate
Apply by July 31, 2021
Eligible businesses may receive up to a 50% rebate ($250 maximum) for marketing expenses related to the COVID-19 crisis.

Non-COVID-19 Grants & Rebates

Northalsted SSA 18 Facade Rebate
Eligible businesses may receive up to a 60% rebate ($2,500 maximum per storefront) for facade projects costing at least $1,000. Eligible projects include improvements on awnings, doors, windows, signage, and more.

Northalsted SSA 18 Security Rebate
Eligible businesses may receive a rebate of up to 50% ($1,500 maximum per business) for security expenses, such as purchasing surveillance systems, safety lighting, and more.