SSA #50
Special Services Area
Special Service Areas are financed by localized taxes to assist and support commercial corridors defined by the City of Chicago.
About
So, What is an SSA Anyway?
A Special Service Area (SSA) is a powerful tool designed to make neighborhoods like ours shine brighter. We're here to be your contact with the City, your resource center and biggest cheerleader.
Think of it as a partnership between local property owners and the community. These services go beyond what the city provides, focusing on enhancements like cleaner streets, eye-catching landscaping, dynamic marketing campaigns, and safety initiatives. By pooling resources and working together, an SSA transforms our area into a vibrant, inviting place for businesses, residents, and visitors alike.
What We Do
We Specialize in Four Areas
From year-round business support to marketing and safety, SSA #50 delivers services that strengthen our commercial corridors.
Pillar 01
Year Round Services
Business licenses, facade grants, community development initiatives, and your liaison to city officials.
Pillar 02
Led by Local Businesses
A commission of local business owners and community stakeholders govern the operations of the SSA.
Pillar 03
Specialized Help
One-on-one consulting for permits, zoning, signage, and connecting you with the right city departments.
Pillar 04
Marketing
Promoting local businesses through events, social media campaigns, print media, and community partnerships.
Service Area
Our Service Area
SSA #50 — Calumet Heights / Avalon
Wards 5 & 8 · Calumet Heights, Avalon Park, South Chicago, South Shore
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Wards 5 & 8 · Calumet Heights, Avalon Park, South Chicago, South Shore
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Commission
Meetings
Meeting dates and locations are announced via our newsletter and social media. Commission meetings are open to the public and typically held at 8701 S. Bennett.
Take Action
Get Involved With SSA #50
Your tax dollars at work for the community.