This is a crucial time for lawmakers to support policies that will revitalize neighborhood business districts and support Chicago small businesses. Therefore, we have formed a neighborhood revitalization caucus where politicians from various facets of government can come together, collaborate with stakeholders, and work to revitalize local economies.
We are very thankful to the following policymakers for their interest in participating in the caucus:
- Senator Lakesia Collins
- Senator Mike Simmons
- Representative Lilian Jimenez
- Representative Margaret Croke
- Representative Lindsey LaPointe
- Representative Hoan Huynh
- Representative Kimberly Du Buclet
- Alderman Jason Ervin
- Alderman Lamont J. Robinson
- Alderman Scott Waguespack
- Alderwomen Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth
- Alderwomen Jessie Fuentes
- Alderman Bennett Lawson
- Alderman Matt Martin
- Alderman Desmon Yancy
- Alderman Matt O'Shea
- Alderman Andre Vasquez
- Alderman Walter Burnett Jr.
- Alderman Derrick Curtis
- Alderman Gilbert Villegas
- Alderman William Conway
- Alderwoman Angela Clay
- BACP Commissioner Kenneth Meyer
We look forward to working with these policymakers to revitalize neighborhood business districts and support local businesses.
Daily Herald 2021 Economic Outlook Webinar
We were grateful for the opportunity to participate in the Daily Herald 2021 Economic Outlook Webinar. Elliot talked about state legislation that can help individuals, families, small businesses and local communities recover from the pandemic. To watch the webinar, visit our “In The News” section or simply CLICK HERE.
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Elliot Richardson and Neli Vasquez-Rowland on WCPT with Joan Esposito On December 3rd, Elliot Richardson, President and Co-Founder of SBAC and Neli Vasquez-Rowland, Founder and President of A Safe Haven were hosted on WCPT Chicago with Joan Esposito discussing the situation of homelessness and small businesses in Chicago. With the pandemic affecting small businesses on…
Congress Must Provide Relief to Local Chambers and Business Organizations
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