Ravenswood COVID-19 Prep Rebate Program

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Using funding from Special Service Area (SSA) #31, the Ravenswood COVID-19 Prep Rebate Program assists local small business and property owners in making necessary upgrades to improve their ability to safely operate their business as we advance through the Restore Illinois public health plan. By funding the procurement and installation of key safety and sanitation supplies, the program will aid in the revitalization of Ravenswood.

Eligible projects should receive a rebate of up to 50% of the total cost, with a maximum rebate of $250. Equipment and supplies purchased prior to January 15, 2021 will not be eligible for the program. Rebates are issued only after all equipment installation has been completed and/or all supplies have been paid for AND adequate documentation has been received by the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce.

Applications will be accepted between January 25 and March 1. Funds will be distributed in a first come, first serve order. If more applications are received than funding allows, a lottery will be conducted to determine funding order.

Eligible Properties: SSA boundaries

Only properties within the boundaries of SSA #31 are eligible for rebates. SSA #31 Boundaries: - Lawrence Avenue (Leavitt to Clark) - Clark Street (Ainslie to Montrose) - Montrose Avenue (Clark to Seeley) - Ravenswood Avenue (Lawrence to Addison) - Damen Avenue (Wilson to Argyle) - Wilson Avenue (Hermitage to Wolcott) - Irving Park Road (Ravenswood to Ashland, north side of street)

Eligible Improvements

plexiglass shields/dividers, sanitizer pumps/stands/dispensers, sanitizer and/or disinfectant, face masks, gloves, deep cleans, signage related to COVID-19, messaging changes in business operations, “We’re Back” signs, etc., and other necessary supplies (must be specified).

Program Requirements and Guidelines

1. Applicant must fully and promptly comply with all the requirements and deadlines set forth in the Application. 2. Applicants must be the entity paying for the improvements. 3. The property must be free of liens and legal questions as to ownership of the property, excepting any mortgage liens. 4. Applications are considered on a rolling basis. There is no guarantee that funding will be available upon request of rebate.

Application Process

A Program application package must be submitted to the SSA Service Provider agency. Incomplete applications will not be considered for approval by the SSA Commission or its designated Review Committee. The application package must include the following items: 1. Completed application form, including the Summary of Cost Estimates form and signed Statement of Understanding 2. Detailed plans and specifications of the proposed project area 3. Certificate of Good Standings from the state of Illinois for all tenanted business

Business Information

Name of Contact Person

First Name *

Last Name *

Business Name *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Business Address

Address Line 1 *

Address Line 2

City *

Zip/Postal Code *

Has this business or property received any rebates through this or any other programs before? *

Yes No

If yes, please name rebate and describe details:

Indicate whether the Applicant is an individual or legal entity and, if legal entity, indicate the type of entity below. *

Individual Limited Liability Company Business Corporation Joint Venture Not-for-Profit Sole Proprietorship General Partnership Limited Partnership Other Entity

If other, please specify.

Eligible Improvements & Supplies

Plexiglass shields/dividers Sanitizer pumps/stands/dispensers Sanitizer and/or disinfectant Face masks Deep cleaning services Signage related to COVID-19, messaging changes in business operations, "We're Back" signs, etc Gloves If other, please describe below

Please select which improvements and/or supplies you will be purchasing through this program.

If other, please specify.

Project Description & Need Statement *

Please submit a PDF of your project description and needs statement. In the project description, please describe the proposed improvements (include any necessary photos or plans). For your project needs statement, please describe how funding from this Program will enhance the proposed project and why the improvements are necessary for your business.

Certificate of Good Standing from the State of Illinois *

Statement of Understanding

The applicant (undersigned) agrees to fully and timely comply with the guidelines and procedures of the SSA Service Provider’s COVID-19 Prep Rebate Program and the outlined specifications as agreed to by the applicant and the local SSA Commission. APPLICANT RELEASES AND AGREES TO DEFEND AND INDEMNIFY THE LOCAL SSA SERVICE PROVIDER (TOGETHER WITH THEIR OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AND AGENTS), THE LOCAL SSA COMMISSION, AND THE CITY OF CHICAGO FROM ALL CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION OF ANY KIND (KNOWN OR UNKNOWN) IN CONNECTION WITH THIS REBATE PROGRAM.

By entering your first and last name, you agree to the statement of understanding.

First Name *

Last Name *

Date and Time *

Format: M/d/yyyy

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