2009 Commission Applications Due August 1, 2008
Eligible candidates must be owners or lessees of residential or commercial property within the SSA boundaries. The Clark Street SSA boundaries include all properties fronting N. Clark Street from Diversey on the north to Armitage on the south and all properties fronting the southside of Diversey from Orchard on the west to Lakeview on the south.
Commissioner responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- exercise powers granted by SSA government statutes;
- reommend and approve tax rate, budget and Sole Service Provider;
- supervise, control and direct commission affairs; and determine SSA policies
Commissioner Application Form (PDF)
If you have questions contact the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce at (773) 880-5200 or click on “Contact” above.
Get Involved - Join a Clark Street SSA #23 Committee!
The Clark Street SSA is currently accepting applications for 2008/2009 Committees. Eligable candidates must live or work in the SSA district or immediate vicinity. On average committees will meet once per month and their scope of work is directed by the Clark Street SSA Commission. All candidates will be reviewed for placement by the Clark Street SSA Executive Committee.
Committee Application (PDF)
If you have questions contact the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce at (773) 880-5200 or click on “Contact” above.
Clark Street SSA #23 Expansion and Reconstitution (Renewal)
The Clark Street Special Service Area (SSA) is going through a small expansion and reconstitution (renewal) process in 2008. An advisory committee has been formed to evaluate current SSA programs and services and to make recommendations regarding the tax rate. Two community meetings were held in April to discuss the proposed project and receive feedback from property owners affected by the SSA district. Click on “About” above for more SSA information.
Click here for frequently asked questions: Clark SSA #23 FAQ (PDF)
SSA Program Overview
The Special Service Area (SSA) is an economic development tool that utilizes the levy of the real estate property tax in raising funds to provide special services for a targeted area. Property owners choose to tax themselves in order to provide these services. The services funded through the SSA tax are in addition to services generally provided by the City. These services must predominantly benefit those properties that are located within the boundaries of the SSA. Examples of special services include: sidewalk maintenance and beautification, landscaping, advertising and marketing, business recruitment/retention, parking, and safety programs.
Mission
To maintain and strengthen Clark Street as a vibrant commercial and residential district. To ensure the SSA District #23 is a clean and attractive environment for the community while fostering a collaborative partnership among all stakeholders.
For more information or to request an SSA Commissioner application, contact the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce at (773)880-5200.
Read more about the Clark Street SSA here.
