Available Properties & Sites
Business Retention and Expansion
Business Retention and Expansion
Thank you for choosing Westchester as the location for your business. Did you know that 80% of net new job growth comes from existing businesses (Job Creation in America (Birch 1987)). We truly value and appreciate your business in town. I am a resource and advocate for you, the business owner and operator. I would love to have the opportunity to get to know your business and receive feedback on how the Village can better serve you. Would you like to schedule a visit? Please call me at 708-223-3052 or e-mail me at email, so we can work out a date.
You can also get regular updates on businesses expanding in or moving to the Village, new business development programs, and the latest economic data by following us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/WestchesterEDC/ or on twitter at https://twitter.com/WestchesterIL. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your business plans or to get feedback on how we are doing. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email me.
Business Financing
Business Financing Resources
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations, SBA delivers its services to people throughout the United States. The SBA administers various programs for small businesses.
DCEO’s Office of Business Development administers a wide array of programs and services designed to help Illinois businesses thrive in todays economy. They offer expansion incentives, technology support services, access to capital, global marketing expertise, and job training and education for workers. Their trained staff is committed to forging partnerships with the private sector in an effort to build upon Illinois’ reputation as a world class center for business and industry. This includes a strong emphasis on programs designed to provide small businesses with the resources they need to succeed and grow their business opportunities.
The Economic Development Division of the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) manages programs designed to help businesses grow, expand and create jobs. Our programs include:
- Property Tax Incentives (Class 6b, Class 7, Class 8)
- BUILT in Cook Loan Programs
- Industrial Growth Zones
- Private Activity Bonds
Loan amounts between $300 to $250,000
Loans between $150,000 AND $4,000,000. Funds for commercial real estate, business acquisition, equipment, debt refinance, and permanent working capital.
Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide a wide array of technical assistance to small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs supporting business performance and sustainability and enhancing the creation of new businesses entities. These small businesses in turn foster local and regional economic development through job creation and retention as a result of the extensive one-on-one long-term counseling, training and specialized services they receive from the SBDCs. The SBDCs are made up of a unique collaboration of SBA, state and local governments, and private sector funding resources.
Facade Improvement Grant
The Village is offering a façade improvement program for commercial areas located along Roosevelt Road, Cermak Road between Mannheim Rd & Sunnyside Ave and Mannheim Road. The Village continues to encourage private investment in commercial buildings through a program, which offers incentives to property owners that improve the quality of their storefronts. The façade improvement grant is designed to promote significant storefront improvements in the Village's commercial areas. Under the Façade Improvement Program, property owners are eligible to apply for grants of up to 50% of the cost of improving their storefronts or building facades. These grants are provided in recognition of the positive impact that individual façade renovations can have on the overall appearance of the image of the area.
Purpose
To support rehabilitation and preservation of commercial property; encourage new business; and retain, revitalize, and expand existing business in Westchester.
Approval
Based on the merit and design of project upon review by Economic Development Committee (EDC) and Village Board. The Village reserves the right to prioritize applications on the basis of scope of work, level of private investment, and relative impact of the proposed improvements on the business district.
Assistance
Property owners who propose to install at least $5,000 of total improvements, are eligible to receive a grant equal to 50% of eligible costs, up to a maximum grant of $7,500. The maximum amount of the grant will be computed on the basis of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) per linear foot of building frontage.
Eligible Improvements
- Brick cleaning
- Tuck pointing
- Painting
- Awnings
- Window display area remodeling
- Exterior lighting
- Replacement of windows or doors
- Landscaping adjacent to building
- Restoration of original architectural features
- Sign replacement or repair
- Other improvements which are visible from the street and have a positive impact on the appearance of the building
Program Documents
Façade Improvement Grant Program Guidelines
Façade Improvement Grant Application
Façade Improvement Grant Agreement
For more information on the program, please contact Melissa Headley, Director of Community Development at 708-345-0199.
Major Employers
| Employer |
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| Commscope Technologies LLC |
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| A & R Janitorial Service Inc * |
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| Ingredion Incorporated |
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| Follett Higher Education Group, Inc |
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| Insurance Auto Auctions |
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| Sterling Staffing, Inc * |
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| Brainlab, Inc |
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| Twin Cleaning Professionals, Inc. * |
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| Material Service Corporation |
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| Westchester School District 92 1/2 |
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| Jewel - Osco, Inc |
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| CVM Solutions, LLC |
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*Denotes a staffing firm where many employees most likely do not work at the employers address
Source: Dun & Bradstreet, 2019
New Businesses
Welcome New Businesses
The Village would like to welcome these new businesses into our community. Stop in and visit. Remember, it is always great to support our local businesses.
June 2021
Embellished Studio
10526 Cermak Rd
312-933-4425
Permanent Make-Up
Fountain District
Mind & Body Esscentials
10526 Cermak Rd
773-294-9413
Aromatherapy
Fountain District
LVJ Consulting Group
10526 Cermak Rd
708-498-6971
Business Consultant & Travel Agent
Fountain District
A&R Realty
10526 Cermak Rd
773-443-7542
Real Estate
Fountain District
C&W Building Services
10550 Cermak Rd
312-829-4680
Building Services
Fountain District
Syles Elevated
10000 Roosevelt Rd
312-622-4555
Hair Salon
Addison Creek District
T-Mobile
10356 Roosevelt Rd
708-483-8740
Cellular Phones
Municipal District
Maribis of Chicago
1137 Mannheim Rd
708-458-5000
Cannabis Dispensary
Municipal District
February 2021
Treasure Tresses Luxurious Virgin Hair & Shikindezynes
9867 Roosevelt Rd
708-655-9129
Fashion Design
Addison Creek District
Focus Time Escape Room
9856 Derby Ln
331-201-4605
Escape Room
Addison Creek District
HobNob Beauty
9846 Roosevelt Rd
708-955-6104
Hair Salon
Addison Creek District
MCF Operating LLC
1 Westbrook Corporate Center
630-967-0077
Sales office for Food Manufacturing
Tower District
Ivory Financial Services
10031 Roosevelt Rd, Ste 202
872-888-7944
Accounting/Business Consulting
Addison Creek District
HB Oils Center
9860 Derby Ln
773-744-8875
Sales
Addison Creek District
Kim Thomas Pro Services LLC
9999 Roosevelt Rd, Ste 206
630-470-1281
Tax & Business Service
Addison Creek District
Pinkee Nails & Hair Studio
10526 Cermak Rd
630-337-3841
Nail & Hair Salon
Fountain District
Patrice Beauty Inc
10526 Cermak Rd, Ste 200
312-788-8167
Salon
Fountain District
December 2020
TAT HVAC & Maintenance
10031 Roosevelt Rd
773-655-0951
HVAC
Addison Creek District
Chicago Express Auto Sales Inc
10031 Roosevelt Rd
773-745-4577
Auto Sales
Addison Creek District
Fast Freaky Expediting LLC
1 Westbrook Corporate Center, Ste 300
773-524-8139
Delivery Service
Tower District
Studio 85
1937 Mannheim Rd
312-520-7639
Hair & Weave Salon
Fountain District
November 2020
Extreme Heating & Cooling
10405 Cermak Rd
708-932-2347
HVAC
Fountain District
Xzeyla Rose Beauty
10020 Roosevelt Rd
773-484-7363
Beauty Salon specializing in waxing
Fountain District
October 2020
Super Natural
1151 Portsmouth Av
773-842-1689
Hair Salon
Addison Creek District
April 2020
Shikindezynes
9909 Roosevelt Rd
708-655-9129
Fashion Design
Addison Creek District
L&L Transport Inc
1 Westbrook Corporate Center, Ste 300
800-382-8211
Trucking Company, Hauling General Freight
Tower District
February 2020
Powell’s Way of Kenpo
1921 Mannheim Rd
630-447-9073
http://www.wayofkenpo.com/
Martial Arts School
Fountain District
January 2020
Print Labb 2.0
9834 Roosevelt Rd
708-688-9522
Printing
Addison Creek District
Impulse Rehab & Wellness PLLC
3075 Wolf Rd
708-223-8011
Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy & Wellness
Prairie District
Latonia Harris Insurance Agency
1907 Mannheim Rd
708-498-6968
Insurance Agent
Fountain District
Jeannie’s Hair Company
3015 Wolf Rd
708-531-1991
Salon
Prairie District
Chicagoland Home Mortgage Services
10555 Cermak Rd
773-557-1000
Mortgage Broker
Fountain District
Corner Realty
1600 Westchester Blvd
630-263-4897
Real Estate Broker
Historic Boulevard District
December 2019
CAG Wholesale
10311 Roosevelt Rd
708-397-4944
Arts & Crafts
Municipal District
Brick Body Studio
9909 Roosevelt Rd
708-996-7820
Body Sculpting
Addison Creek District
Dollar General
10201 Roosevelt Rd
708-947-6756
Discount Retailer
Municipal District
November 2019
Susy’s Nutrition Club
1937 Mannheim Rd
Nutrition & Samples
708-407-6168
Fountain District
Ashanti Signs & Graphics
9825 Roosevelt Rd
Graphic Design & Signs
708-203-5329
Addison Creek District
July 2019
M&M Counseling Inc
9869 Roosevelt
Counseling & Healthcare
708-288-2658
Addison Creek District
Corazon’s Nail & Hair Salon Inc
10054 Roosevelt Rd
Beauty Salon
708-562-7222
Addison Creek District
D&E Accessories Boutique
1905 Mannheim Rd
Boutique
702-401-4772
Fountain District
Promotional Opportunities
Opportunities to Promote your Business
Village Newsletter
In an effort to drum up more customers for our businesses, the Village is offering businesses the opportunity to advertise in the Village newsletter. About 7,200 homes receive the newsletter. There are various sizes to choose from and cost starts at $54. If you would like to advertise, please contact Anna Marie Orseno at 708-345-0020
Business Directory
The Village recently updated our website and we are in the process of adding businesses to our online directory. If your information is not included please email us the following information:
- Business name
- Address
- Phone number
- Fax number
- Email address
- Website
- Owner/manager/supervisor name (please indicate title)
- Type of business with a brief description
New Resident Packet
The Village distributes packets of information to new residents when they come in to set up their new utility bills and register new vehicles. The Village is offering the opportunity to businesses to include literature in the packet for new residents.
New Business Packet
Similar to the New Resident Packet, the Village distributes packets of information to new business owners when they come in to pick up their business license. The Village is offering the opportunity to businesses to include literature in the packet for new businesses to help marketing efforts.
Chamber of Commerce
The WCC holds various networking opportunities each month and member benefits include:
- Monthly networking events
- New member recognition within the chamber ad of the monthly Village of Westchester Newsletter mailed to over 7,000 homes and businesses in Westchester
- Free advertisement in the chamber ad of the monthly Village of Westchester Newsletter’s “Member Milestone” promotion box and “Member Highlights”
- Advertisement opportunities in WCC’s E-blast promotion
- Opportunities to present at local small-business workshops
- Opportunities to host a chamber event, such as Breakfast, Lunch or “After Hours”
- Business listed in the Chamber Member Directory and on the chamber website
- Promote your business
- Ribbon cuttings for businesses
- Monthly events opportunities
- Chamber decal to display at place of business to represent your chamber affiliation
- Governmental representation
- Business referrals
- Chamber Directory in the new resident packet and available at the Village
Sign Information
A sign permit is required for installation of ground signs, wall signs, and temporary signs and governed under the Village's Sign Ordinance. The Sign Ordinance provides regulations for the size, number, and placement of signs. Sign regulations can be found in Chapter 18.58 of the Municipal Code. Signs must be renewed on an annual basis and are based on the current year fee schedule. Contractors must have a valid Village of Westchester Contractor's Registration before issuance of a sign permit.
If you have any questions pertaining to the permit application or process, please contact the Community Development Department at (708) 345-0199.
Statistics
Location and Statistics
About Westchester
Strong demographics and central to the entire Chicago region make Westchester a perfect choice for businesses. We are conveniently located, and offer a long list of attributes attractive to many businesses, investors and developers. For more detailed information, please see the reports below.
Village’s Demographic Reports
Roosevelt Road and Mannheim Road (1, 3, 5 mile radius)
Cermak Road & Mannheim Road (1, 3, 5 mile radius)
Wolf Road and 31st Street (1, 3, 5 mile radius)
Cermak Road and Wolf Road (1, 3, 5 mile radius)
Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening Ceremony
Interested in a ribbon cutting ceremony?
Is your business celebrating a grand opening, anniversary or other celebration? The Village and Chamber of Commerce welcome the opportunity to be a part of your celebration with a Ribbon Cutting! Numerous local businesses have taken advantage of this welcoming ceremony to share their special day with the community while promoting their business at the same time.
Typically, ribbon-cutting events are attended by elected and appointed officials, representatives from the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Committee as well as residents and others interested in learning more about your business.
Ribbon Cutting ceremonies are typically held for the following occasions:
- Welcoming a New Business
- Celebrating an anniversary
- Celebrating a major renovation or remodel
- Breaking ground on a new development
A ribbon cutting is a great way to kick off the opening, renaming, relocating or remodeling of your business:
- GREAT way to announce your new business to the Westchester community!
- GREAT photo opportunities!
- GREAT way to meet your business neighbors!
- GREAT way to start networking in the business community!
- GREAT way to expand your social media audience!
- GREAT FUN!
I want to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony!
If you are interested in holding a ribbon-cutting/grand opening ceremony, contact Melissa Headley at 708-223-3052 or via email. Contact the Village at least 15 days in advance to schedule your ceremony.
Disaster Preparedness & Recovery
Business Disaster Preparation Resources
An estimated 25 percent of businesses don’t open again after a major disaster, according to the Institute for Business and Home Safety. Protect your small business by identifying the risks relevant to your location, both natural and man-made. Then, keep your plan of action updated. Businesses and their staff face a variety of hazards:
- Natural hazards like floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes.
- Health hazards such as widespread and serious illnesses like the flu.
- Human-caused hazards including accidents and acts of violence.
- Technology-related hazards like power outages and equipment failure.
There is much that a business leader can do to prepare his or her organization for the most likely hazards. The following links have resources related to disaster preparation.
US Small Business Association
Ready
Illinois Emergency Management Agency
Resources for Business Related to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Westchester is committed to assisting and connecting businesses in the Village with the resources they need during this time. Below is a list of business and industry resources related to COVID-19.
For more information, questions, or if your business is in need of assistance, please contact Jim Novosel via email.
Click here for general information related to Coronavirus in the Village
State & Federal Resources:
- Illinois District Office: Click here
- Follow @SBA_Illinois on Twitter for more updates
- Local staff is on hand ready to assist. To reach the District or Branch Office, please contact:
Illinois Economic Injury Disaster Loan
Illinois Small Business Emergency Loan Fund:
- Low-interest loans of up to $50,000 for small businesses in every industry outside of Chicago. Applications will be available on DCEO’s website by Friday, March 27.
Hospitality Emergency Grant Program:
- This new $14 million grant program aims to help small hospitality businesses make ends meet, providing up to $25,000 to eligible bars and restaurants and up to $50,000 for eligible hotels. Applications are available today on DCEO’s website and are due by April 1 at 5 p.m. All valid, eligible applications received within the five-day window will be entered into a lottery, and grant winners will be notified on April 4.
US Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Coronavirus Information: Information and resources to help small businesses plan for and respond to the pandemic
State of Illinois COVID-19 website
Illinois Small Business Development Center
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES Act)
Small Business Owners Guide to the CARES ACT PDF from US Senate Committee
The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was just passed by Congress are intended to assist business owners with whatever needs they have right now. When implemented, there will be many new resources available for small businesses, as well as certain nonprofits and other employers. This guide provides information about the major programs and initiatives that will soon be available from the Small Business Administration (SBA) to address these needs, as well as some additional tax provisions that are outside the scope of SBA.
Struggling to get started? The following questions might help point you in the right direction from the Guide. Do you need:
- Capital to cover the cost of retaining employees? Paycheck Protection Program might be right for you. (p2)
- A quick infusion of a smaller amount of cash to cover you right now? Emergency Economic Injury Grant. (p7)
- To ease fears about keeping up with payments on your current or potential SBA loan? The Small Business Debt Relief Program. (p6)
- Just some quality, free counseling to help you navigate this uncertain economic time? Resource Partners. (p9)
Navigate the Guide’s table of contents if you know what resources you are looking for to direct you to the program or assistance product you may need:
- Paycheck Protection Program Loans (p2)
- Small Business Debt Relief Program (p6)
- Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Emergency Economic Injury Grants (p7)
- Small Business Counseling (p9)
- Small Business Contracting (p10)
- Small Business Tax Provisions (p11)
COOK COUNTY RESOURCES:
Cook County COVID-19 website
Westchester Resources:
Village of Westchester: This page will be updated as it relates to the Village of Westchester’s response to the Coronavirus.
Utilites
Industry Resources
Guidence For Businesses
Other Resources:
Facebook Small Business Grants Program: We know that your business may be experiencing disruptions resulting from the global outbreak of COVID-19. We’ve heard that a little financial support can go a long way, so we are offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits to help during this challenging time.
SCORE Mentors: SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, with more than 10,000 volunteers in over 250 chapters. They have information on resources available to businesses
This page is will be updated throughout the next few weeks. Check back for more information about Westchester business resources related to COVID-19.