Legislative News
July 29, 2010 :: Legislative
New Face Enters Race for 43rd Ward Alderman
On July 22, 2010 the pool of candidates for 43rd Ward Alderman began to take shape.
July 28, 2010 :: Community, Legislative
Mobile Food Facility Ordinance Introduced to City Council
After several drafts, long debate and discussion, Lincoln Park Aldermen Scott Waguespack (32nd) and Vi Daley (43rd) introduced the "Mobile Food Facility" ordinance into the Chicago City Council chambers on Wednesday, July 28, 2010.
June 30, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
Vacation Rental Ordinance Hurts Businesses
It is no secret that Chicago is a destination locale on a global scale. With visitors traveling to Chicago from all corners of the globe, the diversity of accommodations offered is a valuable marketing tool for the city’s tourism industry. The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) is opposed to the new ordinance regulating Vacation Rental properties as the new fees associated with the legislation will hurt small business owners and the neighborhoods in which they operate.
June 29, 2010 :: Business, Legislative
Minimum Wage Increase
On July 1st, Illinois' minimum wage will increase from the current $8.00 per hour to $8.25 per hour. This increase is the third and final annual increase established under the current law.
June 25, 2010 :: Business, Community, Legislative
Sales Tax Holiday on Clothing, Footwear and School Supplies
Effective August 6, 2010 through August 15, 2010 a state sales tax holiday will be implemented and certain items purchased during this time period will have a reduced sales tax rate.
May 24, 2010 :: Business, Legislative
Put Illinois to Work
The Put Illinois to Work program is an initiative of Governor Pat Quinn to create jobs throughout Illinois and provide employment experience to those hardest hit by this recession.
May 4, 2010 :: Business, Legislative
New Hire Tax Credit
The Internal Revenue Service today released a new form that will help employers claim the special payroll tax exemption that applies to many newly-hired workers during 2010, created by the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act signed by President Obama on March 18.
May 4, 2010 :: Business, Legislative
NEW Health Insurance Tax Credit IRS 04-01-10
Many small businesses and tax-exempt organizations that provide health insurance coverage to their employees now qualify for a special tax credit, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
April 15, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Featured in Chicago Tribune
After fighting on behalf of members and the massage industry, the LPCC was quoted in an article about the ordinance's potential redrafting and tabling.
April 14, 2010 :: Business, Legislative
Chicago Sign Permit Amnesty Program
Does your business have a sign, canopy, awning, marquee or banner? Do you have all the required permits? Is there a sign, canopy, awning, marquee or banner outside your business? If so, 2 types of permits may be required.
April 13, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Responds to Proposed Ban on Massage Parlors
As signs point slowly toward economic recovery the focus in Chicago and across the country should be on job creation and new business development. The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) appreciates and encourages entrepreneurial spirit as a key element in filling empty storefronts along key commercial districts and as a result, strictly opposes the proposed ordinance banning massage parlors in business areas near residential properties.
April 7, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Responds to Proposed Vacation Rental Ordinance
Chicago is a diverse city with international charm and visitors. Helping welcome thousands of tourists each year from across the globe is the city’s equally diverse stock of hotels, motels, guest houses and other accommodations for visitors. With this in mind, the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce is against the proposed Vacation Rental Ordinance and $500 per unit fee associated with it.
April 2, 2010 :: Business, LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Joins Chicagoland, Illinois Chambers for Technology Legislation
The LPCC is proud to join more than 160 Chambers of Commerce across Illinois, including the Chicagoland Chamber and Illinois Chamber, to support modernizing Illinois’ outdated Telecommunications Act during this legislative session.
March 22, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Announces 2010 Legislative Agenda
The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) today announced that they approved and announced its 2010 Legislative Agenda.
January 21, 2010 :: Business, Legislative
City Council Passes Several Business Ordinances
The following legislation makes it easier for businesses to remain profitable and navigate their requirements with the City of Chicago.
January 11, 2010 :: Business, Community, Legislative
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LPCC Joins Mayor Daley at Grand Opening of Fullerton "L"
The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) joined Alderman Tom Tunney, Alderman Vi Daley, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) representatives and Mayor Richard M. Daley Saturday to officially open the Fullerton “L” station in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood.
January 5, 2010 :: Business, Legislative
City of Chicago Offers Assistance for Small Businesses
According to the Chicago Tribune and Chicago Public Radio, on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 Mayor Richard M. Daley announced plans to offer small business loans to promote business growth and a series of enforcement and policy changes to ease the burden on city staffing needs.
December 30, 2009 :: Business, Community, Legislative
Parking Meter Rates Increase Jan. 1, 2010
Starting January 1, 2010, it will cost you a little more to park in Lincoln Park - and throughout Chicago.
December 14, 2009 :: Business, Community, Legislative
ACCION Chicago Offers Loans for Small Businesses
On December 8th, Mayor Daley announced that ACCION Chicago is the first organization to receive funding through the City of Chicago's Small Business Development Fund Program.
December 2, 2009 :: Legislative
2010 City of Chicago Budget Passes
On Wednesday, December 2, 2009 Chicago's City Council voted 38-12 in favor of Mayor Richard M. Daley's 2010 operating budget.
December 1, 2009 :: Legislative
Cook County Commissioners Again Vote to Repeal Sales Tax
For the third time in the past year, the Cook County Board of Commissioners voted to repeal a portion of the County's sales tax - the highest sales tax rate in the United States.
October 20, 2009 :: Event, LPCC, Legislative
State Senate President John Cullerton Joins LPCC for Legislative Event
As an exclusive benefit to the members of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC), the largest neighborhood chamber in Chicago, State Senate President John Cullerton joined representatives from the United States Chamber of Commerce and community anchors DePaul University and Children’s Memorial Hospital for a comprehensive Legislative Breakfast.
August 31, 2009 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Joins U.S. Chamber Federation Partnership Program
The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) is happy to announce that it has partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to provide its members with valuable new programs and services.
July 16, 2009 :: Business, Legislative
Illinois Sales Tax Changes September 1, 2009
On September 1, 2009 there will be changes to the Illinois sales tax laws to account for the recent definitional changes to the definitions of "Grooming and Hygiene Products" and "Soft Drinks" as well as the addition of a "Candy" definition.
May 14, 2009 :: Legislative
Dumpster Tax Approved
After tabling the vote on the City's new tax of private metal waste containers in late April, the Chicago City Council approved the so-called "Dumpster Tax" on Wednesday, May 14. It is important to note, however, that the approved fees represent a decrease from the originally-introduced ordinance.
April 29, 2009 :: Legislative
TIF Sunshine Transparency Ordinance Passes
On April 22, the Chicago City Council voted 48-0 in favor of the TIF Sunshine transparency ordinance requiring the Department of Community Development to post online all publicly available Tax Increment Financing District documents.
March 23, 2009 :: Business, Legislative
Don't Forget: Door Hangers Prohibited in Chicago
A LPCC reminder: The distribution of doorhangers is strictly prohibited by City ordinance.