Business & Community News Connect to Berwyn.net May 2011 Issue 2
Inside This Issue Buy Berwyn Learn the value in shopping local. This page and continued on page 2. Berwyn Bungalow Preservation Initiative Launched to preserve historic housing & neighborhoods. Beginning on this page and continuing on page 3. Meet the BDC Staff Chamber Services Division on page 5. TIF Project Updates The latest project updates from around the community on page 14. Berwyn Rising Special awards & recognitions on page 13. Grand Openings & After Hours Recent grand opening celebrations & Berwyn After Hours on page 12.
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ou may have noticed that many of our local establishments have started to post colorful signage that says Buy Berwyn. These posters illustrate the pride that our local businesses feel for Berwyn. But even more, they are a sincere reminder to our residents that Berwyn has a diverse business base in our backyards that can fulfill nearly every need. According to the 3/50 project, “for every $100 spent in locally owned independent stores, $68 returns to the community through taxes, payroll and other expenditures. If you spend that in a national chain, only $43 stays here. Spend it online and nothing comes home.” When we decide to Buy Berwyn, the impact can be felt throughout the community. It means we are spending our money in support of
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Chartered in 1970, the Pav YMCA is an independent, communitybased, full-facility YMCA and offers over 200 programs. At the Pav YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. We are working to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. The Y is dedicated to building healthy and confident children, adults, families and communities. Our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good. If you are interested in making a donation or working more closely with the Y, you can contact John Usmial at 708-749-0606 ext 11.
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Berwyn Bungalow Preservation Initiative Launches with vision to preserve historic housing and neighborhoods
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he City of Homes, Inc. (CoHo, an Illinois notfor-profit corporation) and the City of Berwyn recently launched the Berwyn Bungalow Preservation Initiative (BBPI) which aims to preserve, restore, and rehabilitate Berwyn’s historic housing stock by providing technical assistance, resources and financial incentives for bungalow owners. The BBPI is a grassroots project initiated by two Berwyn bungalow owners. After Richard Bruen and Nasri AbiMansour moved from Oak Park and the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago respectively, both residents were increasingly pleased with their decision to buy their home in Berwyn. Both had been attracted by the great
condition and the competitive housing costs of the historic bungalows as well as the great location that Berwyn has in relation to transportation and Chicagoland’s many attractions. After living in Berwyn through the most recent economic downturn, the strength of the community became even clearer. While many of today’s planned developments struggle to create the feeling of a cohesive neighborhood, Berwyn’s bungalow blocks have risen to the challenge. Nasri added, “Berwyn is a treasure. We are in the midst of an economic downturn, but we really believe that this is the time to play to our Continued on page 3
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existing jobs, and if the business is successful, we help them to expand into a position where they can create new jobs. Additionally, when we shop in Berwyn, our tax dollars stay at home and are distributed to our local taxing bodies such as our school districts, park districts, and public library. What’s more, local businesses are typically owned by people who live and work in Berwyn and in all, are invested here with not only with their money but also with their hearts. According to Local First Chicago, local business owners contribute an average of 350% more to support local non-profits than national chains do. Berwyn’s local groups, ranging from community organizations such as the Pav YMCA to our school foundations and park districts, rely on fundraisers and
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donations in order to maintain their level of service to our community. In an age where federal and state dollars are less secure, our local businesses fill in the gaps with their time, talents, and treasures in order to ensure that our local charities and social service agencies are here to stay. Imagine Berwyn without your favorite haunts. Imagine Berwyn without the non-profit groups that improve the lives of children and families here. Shopping locally is neither a mandate to reject chain stores nor a decision to dramatically change how you shop. Instead, it is all about making an effort to shop local independent stores whenever possible. Your support is what makes Berwyn the vibrant, bustling community that we call home.
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strengths. Richard and I felt that we could create an initiative to deal with some of the foreclosures while preserving our housing stock. As they say, necessity breeds creativity. We knew Chicago had similar initiatives so we researched it and proposed it to the City Council. They agreed with us.” Richard Bruen stated, “Berwyn has a clear critical mass with regard to its bungalows – adequate concentration, timeless character and unmatched craftsmanship. The time is ripe. We have a changing aesthetic as people seem to be looking to find more sustainable ways of living like minimizing their footprints and having access to public transportation. Berwyn is perfect for that. BBPI is about helping bungalow owners to properly preserve, restore, and rehabilitate their homes but CoHo’s vision is broader because we want to protect the unique streetscapes and friendly Berwyn neighborhoods.” Primarily focusing on the exterior front 20 feet of the home, the initiative will provide valuable design guidelines that will maintain the historical significance of the structure and the integrity of the streetscape. Participation is voluntary in the program. Interested owners can have their homes designated a
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local historical landmark under the City of Berwyn’s preservation ordinance. Once approved by the Berwyn Preservation Commission and the Berwyn City Council, the homeowner becomes eligible for benefits including a special plaque of landmark designation, the Illinois Property Tax Assessment Freeze, the possibility of certain permit fee waivers, and access to rehabilitation grants as they become available. The City of Berwyn has one of the largest concentrations of Chicago-style bungalows outside of the City of Chicago proper, and the bungalow stands as Berwyn’s principal housing style. Many structures were built primarily between the 1920s and 1940s yet still retain their interior architectural details such as wood floors and trim, fireplaces and stained-glass windows as well as exterior features such as decorative face brick, stone accents, and shingle roofs. In all, Berwyn established a kaleidoscope of unique single-family homes that have stood the test of time and aptly earned Berwyn the right to be called the “City of Homes.” Additional information on the Berwyn Bungalow Preservation Initiative can be obtained through the City of Homes at www.cityofhomes.org.
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Local Resources to Grow Your Business Word of Mouth Advertising-part 2 Get the inside scoop on the good, the bad and the ugly in getting customer feedback.
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ustomers can leave feedback to others about your business through various social media tools, including Yelp and Facebook. Reviews often stem from positive and negative experiences, commentaries on tastes and preferences, and can even include questions from your customer base. Social media is an ideal tool for reaching out to your audience to learn what they need and desire. Best of all, it is free and many of your current customers (and millions of potential customers) are already using these sites.
Using social media
Facebook gives businesses the opportunity to create a web-searchable “fan” page. Customers can “like” a page and then interact directly with the business. Fans can write on your wall to show their support and offer their opinions. This space is an effective way to connect, get feedback and learn about your customers. Yelp is an online business directory where people can write reviews and rank businesses. As of January 2011, more than 45 million people visited Yelp in the past 30 days. As such, even if you’re not active with this site, someone who knows you probably is and may have already commented on your business. Surveys can be as simple as hand-written comment cards or as involved as using online services such as Survey Monkey or Constant Contact.
Good reviews are a business owner’s dream
Now let’s take a look at how to handle reviews because we know that feedback can easily translate into a duel between the good, the bad, and the ugly. Good reviews are a business owner’s dream. By harnessing the power of word of mouth and the conversations already taking place online, your business gets great publicity with no cost! Surely, that is not to say that there will always be good reviews. On occasion you will get that bad review, which might seem like a huge problem. But if you consider that unsatisfied customers can already share their experiences without your permission, it makes perfect sense for them to have an outlet to communicate this to you. If you are aware of a problem, you can change it. While the comments might seem offensive, there is no need to argue. The customer service best practice is to offer a solution to their problem or concern. This is a win-win because it allows you to fix the situation and often gives the customer the voice that they desire. As you build your base, you’ll often find that your customers will come to your defense before you even have a chance to respond. Continued on page 7
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Meet the BDC Staff Chamber Services Division
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DC staff has a diverse set of duties, skills, and experience. Ranging from administering the City’s four TIF districts to providing marketing resources to help grow our local business customer base, the BDC’s employees deliver the organization’s mission with ingenuity and a passion for excellence.
Marketing is available in this newsletter, online and through the street banner program. What’s more, the Chamber Services team manages outreach to our community’s existing businesses in order to educate them on available resources. Judy Saraceno-Swenson supports Chamber Services by maintaining a database of Berwyn businesses. She also assists with membership and marketing program sales and conducts research for special projects. Judy is known for her excellent customer service and in making our members feel welcomed into the BDC family. Gerardo Pictured left to right: Amy M. Crowther, Director of Chamber Services; Zavala, the Marybeth Eurek, Special Events Coordinator; Gerardo Zavala, Business Outreach Coordinator; and Judy Saraceno-Swenson, Administrative BDC’s Business Assistant. Outreach Coordinator, One of the BDC’s core functions is charged with visiting Berwyn’s is business retention. The BDC’s businesses to educate operators Chamber Services division about resources available to help handles all of the organization’s grow their businesses, including membership, marketing, education, BDC marketing programs and networking and community event Score|Chicago’s mentoring program, programs. The four-person team and to solicit feedback on the local puts together an annual report, business climate. He also manages an annual community resource advertising sales for the BDC’s guide (check out this issue’s center marketing programs. Gerardo’s pull-out), quarterly newsletter keen listening skills have helped (that you are reading right now), the division build relationships weekly e-blasts, and keeps an active around the City. Gerardo is also the presence in social media channels. staff liaison to the Latino Business Additionally, the division hosts Committee. numerous networking and grand Marybeth Eurek, the BDC’s Special opening events along with cityEvents Coordinator, works on wide special events that benefit the organizing the BDC’s special events community as a whole. (See the and is the staff liaison to the Depot enclosed resource guide for a listing District Special Events Committee of annual special events.) Team and Route 66 Car Show Committee. members also handle sales of homegrown marketing programs that are accessible by the membership. Continued on page 7
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President’s Column
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not have been possible without TIF assistance and the incomparable staff of the BDC! As for Chamber Services, we are rushing headlong into event season, warm weather or no! The Depot District Mini-Golf Pub Crawl was a swinging success with 55 foursomes participating. We’ve had grand openings in the Depot District at Olive or Twist Restaurant & Bar and Over the Rainbow on Windsor, in Cermak Plaza at Deals and Office Depot, and the aforementioned Berwyn Kia. We also held Berwyn After Hours at Citizens Community Bank and Cinco Hermanos. Coming up, we have a multi-business After Hours at Garv Inn with Proactive Health Center and Giovanni’s. Also in May we have the bloom ‘n zoom Mother’s Day plant sale and the Chicagoland Great American Mutt Show in the Depot. Then we are into summer with the Clean Sweep Garage Sale & Cruise Nights, Fiesta Nuestras Raíces in its new location on 16th & Wesley and the Atara Mart Grand Opening. Our Score|Chicago mentoring sessions continue as well as our other small business training so if you haven’t had a chance yet, come on out! Also, I want to make a special mention not to miss the annual Community Resource Guide that is the center pull-out in this newsletter edition. Ok, well, if reading about all that didn’t warm you up enough, check out the article that Time Out Chicago Kids did about Berwyn being a cool, kid-friendly place to be. Hey, we’re all big kids at heart, right? See you around town!
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There is no price that can be put on having people (customers) talk about you and your business. Let them know you encourage it by placing a sign in your shop saying, “Let Us Know How We Are Doing.” Consider adding this line to a comment card, receipts, marketing materials, in your email signature or mailing. Make sure it is visible and let people know which social media outlets you use. This is a way of empowering customers and letting them know you care about their opinions and concerns and that you are listening. Knowing some of the basics, we urge that you contact the professionals at Score|Chicago to receive additional information and tips on how to create an effective customer service strategy. Score|Chicago, a nonprofit resource partner of the Small Business Administration, works closely with the BDC and Morton College to promote the development and growth of local businesses. Working from BDC’s and Morton College’s offices, SCORE|Chicago provides free small business mentoring from volunteer executives and business owners with years of successful experience. SCORE|Chicago also holds low-cost workshops and seminars at varying locations throughout Berwyn and Cook County. Mentoring is by appointment only at www.scorechicago.org.
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Marybeth also takes the lead in developing all of the BDC’s print and web design for the newsletter, web site, e-blast, membership brochure, annual report and all other marketing materials. Marybeth’s imaginative, artistic sense has helped the BDC land a number of communications accolades. Amy Crowther, the Director of Chamber Services, manages the division. She oversees BDC communications and public relations. Amy leads the Buy Berwyn shop local initiative as well as the Why Berwyn? Integrated Marketing Campaign, which has resulted in positive attention from the press and development community. Since the division’s inception, Amy has brought creativity and program development experience to orchestrate an award-winning Chamber Services team. The unified efforts of the Chamber Services and Economic Development divisions reinforce the organization’s overall mission to improve Berwyn’s quality of life by attracting and supporting Berwyn’s distinctive businesses.
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The vision of District 100 is to rank within the top 25% of the districts in the State of Illinois as evidenced by state testing. As the school year for South BER W TH U Berwyn School District 100 is coming to close, we are now in the planning stage for this H NT AR Y SC year’s Summer School and our next school year. Summer School, this year, will begin on July 11th and end on August 4th. New Kindergarten Families for the 2011-2012 school year should register their child at their school any week day. Registration for current students will be conducted on June 6 and 7. Please call your neighborhood school for further details and information. The South Berwyn Education Foundation will be having three major fundraisers this year. For students to be successful, they need a good foundation. Please save the following dates: • Friday, July 15th Annual Golf Outing at Cog Hill • Thursday, Sept. 8 Kelly Miller Circus – Janura Park • Friday, Oct. 14 Annual Dinner Dance – Skylight West E
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We congratulate the staff and students of Jefferson School for receiving the Illinois Spotlight School Award from the Illinois State Board of Education. The criteria for the selection of Spotlight Schools are as follows per the Illinois State Board of Education: • At least half of the students enrolled are classified as low-income students in 2010. • Schools must have made Adequate Yearly Progress for the last two years, 2009 and 2010, as required by No Child Left Behind. • At least 60% of the students must have met or exceeded standards in both reading and math in 2010, and at least 50% percent of the students met or exceeded those same standards in the two preceding years; 2009 and 2008. The certificate will soon be displayed in the school office along with previous awards. 10
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Check out the fun this summer! We have Day Camp, Soccer leagues, playgrounds & park trails, a children’s activity pool, early childhood programs, adult fitness and art programs. We have a new online registration program for your convenience. If you are already in our system, you can call us at 708-788-1701 for your username and password and then go right to https://programs. berwynparks.org to check out our various program offerings. You can also see our home page, www. berwynparks.org, for general info, event updates, and a pdf flipbook version of our current brochure. If you are not yet in our system, no problem! Just stop by either Proksa or Freedom Park with your ID and we can set you up with a username and password. Be sure to visit our multiple events this summer, like the Carnival of Fun, National Night Out, Back to School Picnic, and multiple Concerts in the Park. North Berwyn Park District Special Golf Outing Dedication “Shaughnessy, this one is for you,” is the theme for the 13th year anniversary of the North Berwyn Park District and the Berwyn North District 98 Educational Foundation’s Partner’s Classic Golf Outing in honor of former Berwyn Mayor Thomas Shaughnessy. Since 1997, this strategic alliance has teamed up with the City of Berwyn, Berwyn Police Department, community businesses and organizations in the effort to improve the quality of life and create new educational opportunities in Berwyn. “The 2011 Partner’s Classic Golf Outing will be dedicated to Mayor Shaughnessy as he was a great advocate for children’s programs in the community,” Joe Vallez said. Through this annual fundraiser, the partnership among governmental, educational and recreational institutions in the community have made it possible to raise over $50,000 for Berwyn’s District 98 schools. The Partner’s Classic Golf Outing’s location has been moved to White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville and will be held on Friday, July 29, 2011. “Golf & Dinner” price is $125 and “Dinner Only” is $35. For tickets or sponsorship, contact Nancy Woods at nwoods@nbpd4fun.org or call 708-749-4900 x11.
This Spring at 16th Street Theater! Our Dad Is In Atlantis by Javier Malpica and translated by Jorge Ignacio Cortiñas weaves the story of an 11 year-old boy and his 8-year old brother who are left behind in a rural Mexican village with their Grandmother whom they barely know when their widowed father goes to ‘the promised land’ to find work. Runs April 15-May 21. The Crowd You’re In With by Rebecca Gilman asks thirty-somethings the question “To breed or not to breed?” at a backyard barbecue. An older couple rattles the party with their argument not to! Runs July 7-August 13. Tickets are $18; shows are Thursday and Friday at 7:30 and Saturday at 5 PM and 8 PM at Berwyn Cultural Center, 6420 16th Street. For more information visit www.16thstreettheater.org or call 708-795-6704. Berwyn Public Health District
Health District Services Medical Services for Berwyn Residents Include: • Free childhood immunizations and Well-Baby Clinic • Low-Cost physicals for school and daycare • Free Flu Shots for children, and low-cost shots for adults • Special Events-Healthy Heart, Well-Woman and Health Fair • Health Screenings • Vital Records Office maintains Berwyn birth and death records. • Sanitation Department conducts inspections of food-related businesses. Berwyn Township Services Berwyn Township Assessor is available to assist Berwyn homeowners with Homeowner, Senior, Senior Freeze exemptions, duplicate tax bills, name changes, and assistance with property tax appeals. Our Township General Assistance Program offers assistance for individuals meeting program requirements including unemployed Berwyn Adults seeking employment or those applying for disability. For further information please call 708-7886600.
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Grand Openings & Berwyn After Hours Olive or Twist “The Restaurant” 6906 W. Windsor Avenue Grand Opening Ceremony, 3/15/11
Berwyn Kia 7051 W. Ogden Avenue Grand Opening Ceremony, 4/14/11
Citizens Community Bank Berwyn After Hours, 4/7/11
Over the Rainbow on Windsor 3836 W. Windsor Avenue Grand Re-Opening Ceremony, 4/20/11
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Berwyn Rising
Paul Zimmermann President Scott Lennon Vice President August “Augie” Kalal Treasurer Dorothy Chiero Secretary Anthony Griffin Executive Director
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Chicago SuburbaNites magazine recognized Cigars and Stripes as the Best Place for Wings and also nominated the venue as one of the suburbs’ Best Comedy Clubs.
The City of Berwyn was awarded a Model Communities grant to develop an Active Transportation Plan and School Travel Plans as well as a Safe Park Zone policy, Complete Streets policy, and signage. Jefferson School received the Illinois Spotlight School Award from the Illinois State Board of Education. Chicago’s TEECH Foundation (Transforming, Educating, & Empowering Children and Humanity) awarded World’s Largest Laundromat with their Humanitarian Empowerment Award for running a socially conscious operation.
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The League of Chicago Theatres has named the 16th Street Theater as a finalist for the 2011 Broadway in Chicago Emerging Chicago Theater Award.
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Baking & Snack magazine named Turano Baking Company “2011 Baker of the Year.”
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Chicago’s Best television program honored Tonini’s Italian Market with the title “Chicago’s Best Balls” for their meatballs.
Illinois PBIS Network (Positive Behavior Interventions BER W TH and Supports) U recognized all eight schools in H the South Berwyn NT AR Y SC School District 100 for implementing effective practices. ELE
This Old House Magazine named Berwyn the “Best Neighborhood for Bungalows.”
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Berwyn has scored big in 2011 with a series of awards and special recognitions.
West Suburban Living magazine called FitzGerald’s Night Club one of the West’s Best Places for Live Music.
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BDC Board Of Directors
DIRECTORS John Aranza Tom Benson Esther Corpuz Jon Fey William Hlavacek, Jr. Jeff Janda Peggy Rose Kwiatek Alba Lovero Jousef Mondragon Beverly Pastorek Joseph Vallez Doug Walega
BDC Staff Tim Angell, AICP Senior Project Manager Sande Brennan Office Manager Amy M. Crowther Director of Chamber Services Marybeth Eurek Special Events Coordinator
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Robert Hodgetts Accountant
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Judy Saraceno-Swenson Administrative Assistant
Christina Ortega Receptionist Kurtis Pozsgay Urban Planner
Evan Summers Project Manager Gerardo Zavala Business Outreach Coordinator
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TIF Project Updates Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins 6601 W. Cermak Road
The applicants were approved for use of TIF funds for redevelopment work at their existing 2,582 sq. ft. commercial space. The TIF scope of work includes, but is not limited to, demolition, site work, carpentry, doors, windows, finishes, plumbing, electrical, fire alarm, and parking/traffic improvements. The work is to update their commercial space, which was the first Dunkin Donuts in Chicagoland over 40 years ago. The last two years have seen their volume decrease by 10.5%, which they feel the planned renovations can reverse.
Depot District Development 6910 Windsor Avenue
The applicants are receiving TIF funds for redevelopment work at their 6,812 sq. ft. vacant commercial space. The TIF scope of work includes, but is not limited to, demolition, exterior work and interior work including: new or upgraded electrical, sewer and water upgrades. This project will create two retail units on the ground floor, measuring 2,557 sq. ft. and 4,255 sq. ft. On the second floor, this project will create three apartment units of approximately 1,300 sq. ft. each. The space was formerly occupied by Abram and Sons Funeral Home and has been vacant since 2006.
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Luigi Gattuso 6716-24 W. Cermak Road
TIF funds will be used for redevelopment work at the applicant’s 4,300 sq. ft. commercial building, which he has owned since 1983. The building holds several businesses including an insurance agency, salon, dental office, video rental, and one vacant storefront. The TIF scope of work includes exterior renovations, mechanical upgrades, and façade improvements. The work will help him perform necessary improvements to the building, and the upgrades will make the vacant space more attractive for lease.
BDC Advertising Deadline
Take advantage of our advertising programs in the BDC newsletter, which include display ads and coupons, and are distributed to over 23,500 households and businesses in Berwyn. Don’t delay! The deadline to submit your ad or coupon for the August 2011 newsletter is July 5, 2011.
Welcome New Members february 2011–april 2011
Accion Chicago
Maria Almeida 1436 W. Randolf St., Ste. 300 Chicago, IL 60607 Tel: 312.275.3000 x 100 accionchicago.org Financial Services
Greg Becker
1900 S. Highland Avenue Lombard, IL 60148 Tel: 708.705.7272 Insurance/Financial Services
Benny’s Pizza
Rino DiNardi 6806 W. 26th Street Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.749.1771 bennyspizzaberwyn.com Restaurant
Berwyn Firefighters Union Local 506
Cinco Hermanos
Misael Villegas 6504 W. 16th Street Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.788.0600 Restaurant
Connie’s Family Restaurant Andy Sotiropoulos 3271 S. Harlem Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.484.3447 conniesberwyn.com Restaurant
Del Galdo Law Group, LLC
Michael T. Del Galdo 1441 S. Harlem Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.222.7000 dlglawgroup.com Attorneys
Illinois Back Institute
Tom Hayes PO Box 441 Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.484.1644 Organization
Berwyn Rt. 66 Museum
Jon Fey 7003 W. Ogden Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.484.9349 berwynrt66museum.org Arts & Entertainment
Infusion Coffeehouse
Roosevelt Road Business Assn
Jimmy John’s
Tootsies Cupcakes
New York Life Insurance Company
Twilight Party Rentals
Jo & Alex Wu 6818 34th Street Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.228.9870 infusioncoffeehouse.com Coffee Shop Jeffrey Fort 7028 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.788.7800 jimmyjohns.com Restaurant Armando Martinez 20 N. Martingale Rd., Ste. 400 Schaumburg, IL 60173 Tel: 312.504.7600 armandomartinez.nylagent.com Insurance/Financial Services
Gina M. Hillesheim 7008 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.795.7040 illinoisbackpain.com Chiropractors & Physical Therapists
Oak Park Coffee News
Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway
Office Depot
Bill Kelly 700 East Adams Street Springfield, IL 62701 Tel: 217.525.9308 illinoisroute66.org Business Organization
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Gary Fisher 7001 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.484.9613 officedepot.com Office Furniture, Equipment & Supplies
Paul Zimmermann PO Box 1393 Oak Park, IL 60304 Tel: 708.763.0987 rrba.biz Business Organization
Rita Olguin 6834 W. Windsor Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 Tel: 708.484.2253 tootsiescupcakes.com Bakery Jerry Jones 9100 W. Plainfield Rd., Ste C Brookfield, IL 60513 Tel: 708.447.9558 twilightpartyrentals.com Rentals-Event Equipment & Party Supplies
Visit Oak Park
Tom Lynch 1118 Westgate Oak Park, IL 60301 Tel: 708.524.7800 visitoakpark.com Business & Tourism Organization
Interested in Advertising or in BDC Membership? Call Gerardo Zavala at 708.788.8100 or email gerardoz@berwyn.net for a copy of advertising rates or if you have any questions regarding this or any other BDC marketing program.
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Properties for Lease/Sale
For more information regarding any of these properties, call Kurtis Pozsgay or Evan Summers at 708.788.8100. Cermak Road/Theater District
Ogden Avenue/Route 66
Address
Possession
Type of Space
Sq. Ft.
Address
Possession
Type of Space
Sq. Ft.
6347 W. Cermak 6444 W. Cermak 6507 W. Cermak 6725 W. Cermak 6801 W. Cermak 7100 W. Cermak
For Lease For Lease For Sale For Sale For Lease Sale/Lease
Commercial Commercial Commercial Restaurant Commercial Commercial
Divisible 2,400 12,450 2,200 7,600 10,000
6236 W. Ogden 6248 W. Ogden 6500 W. Ogden 6539 W. Ogden 6550 W. Ogden
For Sale Sale/Lease For Sale For Sale For Sale
Commercial Mixed Use Land Commercial Land
17,000 5,800 10,000 23,600 39,000
Roosevelt Road/Northern Gateway
6237 W. Roosevelt
For Sale
Commercial
3,400
6701 W. Roosevelt
For Sale
Commercial
15,125
6841 W. Roosevelt
Sale/Lease
Commercial
Call
7001 W. Roosevelt
For Sale
Mixed Use
Call
7021 W. Roosevelt
For Sale
Restaurant
Call
South Berwyn/Depot District
3108 S. Oak Park
For Sale
Commercial
4,900
3320 S. Grove
For Lease
Commercial
Divisible
6727 W. Stanley
For Sale
Commercial
6,250
6816-18 W. Windsor
For Lease
Commercial
5,817
6901 W. Stanley
For Sale
Commercial
19,000
Other Commercial Areas Address
Possession
Type of Space
Sq. Ft.
2215 Oak Park 2400 Harvey 3501 Harlem 6306 W. 26th
For Sale For Sale For Lease For Sale
Commercial Church Medical Office Investment
Call 11,000 Call Call
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