Clark Street SSA #23 Expansion and Reconstitution (Renewal)

The Clark Street Special Service Area (SSA) will be 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 will be 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.
*All property owners within the SSA district and proposed expansion will receive a notice via mail

Click here for frequently asked questions: Clark SSA #23 FAQ (PDF)

Community Meetings

Community Meeting #1
Date: Tuesday, April 1
Time: 8:00 - 10:00 AM
Location: Sunrise Assisted Living, 2710 N. Clark Street

Community Meeting #2
Date: Thursday, April 10
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Francis W. Parker School, 330 W. Webster Avenue

**Both meetings will cover the same material

Clark Street SSA #23 is accepting Commission applications

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.

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

If you have questions or would like to request an application package, contact the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce at (773) 880-5200 or click on “Contact” above.

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.