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HomeMy WebLinkAboutICRC - 02/24/2011 - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING RECEIVED MAR 14 2011 Industrial Commercial Revitalization CommissionV �rCtesK'S OFFICE Date/time: February 24, 2011 @ 5:30 P.M. Location: Engineering and Community Development Conference Room Present: Trustee Lissner, Co-Chair Trustee Petri, Co-Chair Ronald J. Behm John J. Connelly Thomas A. Farrell Scott C. Golbeck George Johnson Bob Kleckauskas Alex Prochno Ed Ruskowski Absent: Giovanni Gullo Frank E. Lateano Thomas J. Porte (comments sent via E-mail and were presented to the Commission by Staff) Staff: Josh Grodzin, Director of Business Development & Marketing Mary Jo Pye, Acting Director of Engineering & Community Development Brian Lovering, Senior Engineer Presentation on Economic Development and Marketing The Director of Business Development & Marketing presented the Commission with an overview of his main goal "Maintain and Enhance the Economic Vitality of Elk Grove Village'. He also outlined his short term and long term objectives. The Commission was informed of some activities that the Director of BD/M is currently working on. The first being a recent program held by the Village's Police Department called "Prevention of Workplace Violence". This program allowed the Police Department to interact with the business community and inform them of some programs the Village offers. The next item was Zoom Prospector, an interactive tool on the Village's website that allows viewers to see available sites and buildings within the Village limits. ICRC Budget — FY 2011/2012 The ICRC FY 2011/2012 Budget was presented to the Commission. The budget includes fifteen (1S) Capital Improvement Projects representing ongoing project studies and construction activities outlined in the ICRC Master Plan. Discussion items included Salaries & Wages (1100), Career Development (4200), Contract Maintenance-Landscaping (5611), Professional Services (6100), Private Sector Fagade Grants (6912), Contingency (6913), and Capital Projects (8500). The Commission unanimously approved the ICRC FY 2011/2012 Budget. Project Implementation Status The Commission was given a summary of ongoing construction projects within the Village. Staff also notified the Commission that the Village is looking at installing LED Illuminated Street Name Signs at traffic control lights throughout the Business Park. Consensus of the Commission was that it would enhance appearance and driving conditions on the arterial streets. Master Plan Update Report Staff informed the Commission that a Draft report is anticipated to be completed in April, 2011. This report will be handed out at the May 12, 2011 meeting along with a brief presentation of the report by the consultant. Several Commissioners voiced concerns about their input into the updated report. Staff reassured the Commission that they will have a chance to review and comment on the report prior to finalizing the report. New Business The following,fin eeting,dates were agreed upon May 12, 2011 and September 15, 2011. Staff also advised the Commission that interim meetings may be needed as the 2011 Master Plan Update Report is being finalized. In addition, the Commission requested that the existing Fagade Grant Program be promoted and the dollar amounts awarded be increased to meet today's dollars. Village staff will work on updating the Fagade Grant Program handouts and will look into increasing the award amount. Attachments: Continuum of ED Activities, Prevention of Workplace Violence, Business Security Survey, On-Site Visit Form and Existing Fagade Grant Program Forms C: Mayor & Board of Trustees, ICRC Commissioners, Village Manager, Deputy Village Manager, Village Clerk, Village Attorney, Director of Business Development & Marketing, Acting Director of Engineering & Community Development, Director of Public Works, Director of Finance, Fire Chief, Police Chief C d n c o c m d u m a`gi u 5 v c w U "c O 'ot cw .E = ? O w co.. 9 m'm o o y. Eo ¢ � Edm u > m « ww � Ec dd5m m0c°m $ Ecc dU p'm d 3uu d o p d u c N c .:mE E in�W ` a>> - N•• SSR � \cOC>v'° E c ' dAd �=¢¢ !�Ndm qd .'d"Uo $E'Z3 wd G•°''tElNZ' d>'>$ m�.d �'. oooWo W U U . : J W C 4 U N " Ln W C D O C d }r d ° n L..) 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VIOLENCE BY STRANGERS AND OUTSIDERS • Use physical barriers to protect yourself. • Install a silent alarm system or panic button. • Use mirrors; make sure the place where money is exchanged can be seen. • Use bright and effective lighting. • Use a drop safe so limited amounts of cash are on hand. Make sure signs indicate that limited amounts of cash are kept. • Use height markers on exit doors. • Use surveillance equipment so that activity is always monitored. • Install locks on doors that lead to staff-only areas. VIOLENCE BY PEOPLE RECEIVING SERVICES • Make sure that workers never work alone. • Allow workers to carry pagers, mobile phones, etc. • Train workers so that they know what to do in a violent situation. • Meet often with your employees so they can voice concerns about safety issues. VIOLENCE BY ACQAINTANCES OR EMPLOYEES • Have close contact with employees. Make sure that everyone is feeling a part of the organization. • Review any act of violence that has occurred in the workplace, even if it is considered minor. • Have a WRITTEN policy explaining how violence in the workplace will not be tolerated. State clearly what workplace violence is and what is and is not accepted behavior. • Train all staff on how to react to violence if it occurs. Remain calm if confronted. 901 WELLINGTON AVENUE • ELK GROVE VILLAGE.ILLINOIS • 6(m7-7499 ILL -; TELEPHONE(847)419-1900 • FAX(947)357-4144 • TTD,(847)357-4098 EMERGENCY CALL 9-1-1 -- - "COMMITTED TO THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY" STEPHEN F. SCHMIDT Chief of Police ELK GROVE VILLAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT A Nationally Accredited Police Agenev Business Security Survey One of the many services provided by the Elk Grove Village Police Department is to conduct security surveys. Officers from the Crime Prevention Section, who are specially trained in the area of physical security measures, will provide security surveys for any home or business within Elk Grove Village. Homes or businesses will be evaluated for their potential to be burglarized. Crime Prevention Officers will offer suggestions as to what improvements can be made to reduce this potential. Normally, if these services are provided by a private company it could easily cost upwards of$Z004300, however the Elk Grove Village Police Department conducts all its security surveys free of charge. The following tips can be used to improve your home and business security: • Lighting is the number one deterrent to crime. Make sure all exterior lights are functioning properly and if needed add additional lighting to areas which provide a criminal with cover. • Check landscaping around your home or business. Trees or bushes that are too high or over grown can also provide cover for a burglar. Also, make sure landscaping is not obscuring your address numbers. This will greatly assist police or fire personnel in the event they are needed. • Check all exterior door locks. Any exterior door should have a dead bolt locking system and a solid doorframe. • Lastly, our village residents are our greatest resource. You know your neighborhood best. If you see any activity that seems suspicious contact the Elk Grove Village Police Department to have it checked. Simply call 911 for a police response. While these tips are meant to assist our residents, they are not a substitute for having a security survey conducted for your home or business. Remember, there is no charge for this service and in some cases it may help to lower insurance rates. For more information contact the Elk Grove Village Police Departments' Crime Prevention Section at (847) 357-4151. 401 WELLINGTON AVENUE • ELK GROVE VILLAGE,ILLINOIS • 60007-3499 nn ILL�y�s - TELEPHONE(847)439-39(H) • FAX(847)3574144 • TTD(847)357-4088 e EMERGENCY CALL 9-1-1 U� -COMMITTED TOTHE NEEDS OFTHE COMMUNITY" STEPHEN F. SCHMIDT ' Chief of Police ELK GROVE VILLAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT y A Nationally Accredited Police Agency One of the many services provided by the Elk Grove Village Police Department is to conduct security surveys. Officers from the crime prevention section,who are specially trained in the area of physical security measures, will provide security surveys for any business within Elk Grove Village. This survey will evaluate the potential of a business to be burglarized. Crime prevention officers will offer suggestions as to what improvements can be made to reduce this potential. The Elk Grove Village Police Department conducts all its security surveys free of charge. The following tips can be used to improve your home and business security: • Lighting is the number one deterrent to crime. Make sure all exterior lights are functioning properly and if needed add additional lighting to areas which provide a criminal with cover. • Check landscaping around your home or business. Trees or bushes that are too high or over grown can also provide cover for a burglar. Also, make sure landscaping is not obscuring your address numbers. This will greatly assist police or fire personnel in the event they are needed. • Check all exterior door locks. Any exterior door should have a dead bolt locking system and a solid doorframe. • Some business properties have railroad access. Many times these areas of the property are seldom used, over-grown with brush and poorly lit. It is not an uncommon burglary point of entry at these seldom alarmed access points. • Be aware of suspicious activity at vacant properties in your area. Burglary crews will enter and remove all the copper piping,wiring etc...often without being noticed. • Lastly, if you see any activity that seems suspicious contact the Elk Grove Village Police Department to have it checked. Simply call 911 for a police response. While these tips are meant to assist, they are not a substitute for having a security survey conducted for your business. Remember, there is no charge for this service and in some cases it may help to lower insurance rates. For more information contact the Elk Grove Village Police Departments' Crime Prevention Section at(847)357-4151 or(847)357-4152. 901 WELLINGTON AVENUE • ELK GROVE VILLAGE,ILLINOIS • 60007-3499 ,4�h,iLLIrlNS - TELEPHONE(847)439-3900 • FAX(847)357-4144 • TTD(847)357-4088 - 'I'4'a'r� EMERGENCY CALL 9-1-1 "`- "COMMITTED TO THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY" v ON-SITE VISIT FORM - INDUSTRIAL To be filled out by the interviewer—Information is confidentialI-6iiiffli�'BACIIK.GRdUNDT61tM Information Company Name Date of Visit(mm/dd/yy) Contact Name cityistatelzip Phone �""-RA Lead Interviewer Organizatlon Other Interviewer(s) Organization 'x4 "W, iAl 1. What is your company's greatest achievement in the last three(3)years? DNAIK Del 2. Where is the company's primary product/service in its life cycle? El Emerging E] Maturing DNAIK Del E] Growing 0 Declining 3. Has the company introduced new products/services/capabilities in the last five [j Yes ❑ No DNA/K Del (5)years? 4. Are new products/services anticipated in the next two years? El Yes El No DNAIK Del 5. As a percent of sales, how much does the company spend on R&D? F-1 0% 03%-6% DNA/K Del El Under3% 0 Over6% As a percentage, approximately how is the R&D budget divided New product development % DNA/K among: Product improvement(s) % Del Production improvement(s) % Where is the R&D facility located? Product/Service Notes Marko 6. Is the company's primary market: El Loral El Regional El National 0 International DNA/K Del 7. Are total company sales: E] Increasing El Stable El Decreasing DNAIK Del 8. -is the market share of the company's key product(s): ❑ Increasing 0 Stable E] Decreasing DNAIK Del If changing, please explain: FDNA/K-Does not applylknow;Del-Dectn'. Synchromist l3usiness Information Systenn1 0 Blane,Canada Ltd. ON-SITE VISIT FORM - INDUSTRIAL To be filled out by the interviewer—Information is confidential Page 2 9. Does the company plan to expand in the next three years: ❑ Yes ❑ No DNA/K Del If yes,estimated total investment $ Approximate percentage equipmentRechnology % Approximate percentage real estate % Estimated number of jobs added or lost(-) Estimated facility size increase sq.ft. Approximate date of expansion (mmlyy) Comments: 10. Are export sales as a percentage of total sales: ❑ increasing ❑ Stable ❑ Decreasing ❑ No exports DNAIK Del If exporting, approximately what percentage of sales comes from export sales? 1-20% 41.60% 81-100% 21-40% 61-80% Where are your export markets? 11. Is the percentage of products and/or components imported by the ❑ Increasing ❑ Decreasing company: DNA/K Del El Stable Ll No imports 12. Does the company have production facilities outside the country? Q Yes ❑ No DNA/K Del If yes, are they contract production or a company facility: ❑ Contract production Q Company facility ❑ Both What is the function of the overseas location(s) Where is foreign production located? - - Market Notes Industry" 13. Where are primary international competitors located(City and Country)? DNA/K Del 14. Is overseas production by domestic competitors: ❑ Increasing ❑ Stable Q Decreasing DNA/K Del Please explain: 15. Is merger, acquisition or divestiture activity in your industry: ❑ Increasing Q Stable ❑ Decreasing DNA/K Del 16. In your industry, is production: ❑ Under rapacity ❑ Balanced ❑ Over capacity DNA/K Del 17. Do you anticipate any federal,state, or local legislation changes that will adversely affect QYes El No DNA/K Del your business in the next five years: If yes, what changes? How will they affect the company? Synchronist Business Information Systems 0 Blane,Canada Ltd. ON-SITE VISIT FORM - INDUSTRIAL To be filled out by the interviewer—Information is confidential Page 3 18. Do you anticipate any federal, state,or local legislation changes that will benefit your ❑Yes ❑No—�DNAIK Dcl business in the next five years: If yes, what changes? How will they affect the company? Industry Notes :.Management 19. Has the company's ownership changed in the last 18 months,or ❑Changed ❑ Change Pending ❑No DNA/K Dcl do you anticipate a change: If changing, please explain: Has the company's top management changed or is it expected to ❑ Changed ❑ Change Pending ❑ No DNA/K Dcl change in the next 18 months: If changing, please explain: If changed,what impact will this/these changes have on the local operation? 20. Are the projected employment needs for this facility: ❑ Increasing ❑ Stable ❑ Decreasing DNAIK Dd 21. What are the Community's strengths as a place to do business? DNA/K Del 22. What are the Community's weaknesses as a place to do business? DNA/K Dcl 23. Are there any barriers to growth in this Community? ❑Yes ❑ No DNA/K Del If yes, what? 24� Does the attitude among executives at corporate headquarters toward this Community as ❑Yes ❑ No DNA/K Del a place to do business differ from local management: If yes, please explain? Synchronist Business Information System® 0 Blane,Canada Ltd. ON—SITE VISIT FORM - INDUSTRIAL To be filled out by the interviewer—Information is confidential Page 4 25. Are there any reasons the Community may not be considered for future expansion? []Yes ❑No DNAnc Del /f yes, please explain? 26. Are there suppliers or service providers that the company would like to have located closer to ❑Yes ❑ No DNAIK Del this facility: If yes, product/service, company, and current location? Management Notes `,Workforce Low 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 High 27. How do you rate the availability of workers in this area: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl 28. How do you rate the quality of workforce in this area: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNAIK Dcl 29. How do you rate the stability of workforce in this area: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del 30. As compared to other company facilities, how would you rate El El El El F] ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl productivity in this facility: 31. Is the company experiencing recruitment problems with any employee positions or skills: ❑Yes ❑No DNA/K Del If yes, what problems, positions,skills? 32. Is the number of unfilled positions: ❑ Increasing ❑ Stable ❑ Decreasing DNA/K Dcl Estimated number of unfilled positions today: Approximately when will these jobs be filled? (mm/yy) 33. Have you experienced or do.you anticipate any significant changes in the make-up of your ❑Yes ❑ No DNA/K Dcl workforce? If yes, how did/will you deal with this change? 34. Are primary recruitment problems limited to: ❑Location ❑Industry DNA/K Dcl 35. Is company investment in employee training: ❑ Increasing ❑Stable ❑ Decreasing ❑ None DNA/K Dcl If investing in employee training,what percentage of the training budget is for: New job skills training % Proficiency training Remedial skill training Workforce Notes Synchronist Business Information System' 0 Blane,Canada Ltd. ON-SITE VISIT FORM - &DUsmm To beftlled out by the interviewer Information is confidential Page 5 Technology 36. Is there new technology emerging that will substantially change either your company's ❑ Yes ❑ No DNA/K Del primary product/service or how it is produced? Comments: 37. Compared to your business segment, how would you rank your company's use of technology for: Use Low High Internal office operations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 DNA/K Del Business administration 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 DNA/K Del Sales and inventory management 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 DNA/K Del Marketing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 DNA/K Del Comments: 38. Compared to your business segment, rate your company's Low High DNA/K Del technology investment: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Comments: 39. Is the Community's technology infrastructure adequate for your company's growth plan? ❑ Yes ❑ No DNA/K Del Comments: Technology Notes Utility Services 40. How is the consumption of the following utilities changing? 41. Please rate your satisfaction with your utility providers Low High Type of Utility 1. S. D" 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A)Water ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del B) Sewer ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del C) Natural Gas ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del D) Electric ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del E)Telecom (voice) ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del F) Cellular service ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del G) Internet access ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del H) Internet speed ❑ ❑ ❑ - DNA/K Del ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del I=Increasing,S=Stable, D=Decreasing Synchronist Business Information System" C Blare,Canada Ltd. ON-SITE VISIT FORM - /NDUSMIAL To be filled out by the interviewer—Information is confidential Page 6 For any utility services with satisfaction rated 3 or below, please comment: Utility service issue 1 (circle one) Low Rank Comment 1: A B C D E F G H Utility service issue 2(circle one) Low Rank Comment 2: A B C D E F G H Utility service issue 3(circle one) Low Rank Comment 3: A B C D E F G H Utility Notes ;Community Services 4 42. Please rate the quality of the following services provided by the community on a scale of 1 to 7, 7 being high. Low High 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A) Police protection ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del B) Fire protection ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del C) Ambulance paramedic service ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del D) Health care services ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl E) Child care services ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del F) School(K-12) p ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNAIK Del G) Tech college ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl H) Community college p ❑ ❑ p ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del 1) College(s)and university(ies) ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl J) Public transportation ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del K) Traffic control ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del L) Streets and roads(local) ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del M) Highways(State& Federal) ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl N) Airline passenger service ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl O) Air cargo service ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl P) Trucking ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Dcl Synchronist Business Information System 0 Blane,Canada Ltd ON-SITE VISIT FORM - INDUSTRIAL To be filled out by the interviewer—Information is confidential Page 7 42. Continued - 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Q) Property tax assessment(fair&equitable) ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del R) Zoning changes and building permits ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K Del S) Regulatory enforcement(fair&equitable) ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNAIK Del T) Community planning ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNAIK Del U) Community services ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNA/K DG V) Community services ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNAIK Del W)Chamber of Commerce or business association ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNAIK Del X) Economic development organization ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DNAIK Dc1 For services with satisfaction rated 3 or below, please comment: Service issue 1 (circle one) Low Rank Comment 1: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Service issue 2(circle one) Low Rank Comment 2: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Service issue 3(circle one) Low Rank Comment 3: A B C D E F G H I J K L MNOPQRSTUVWX Community Service Notes 43. If your company is expanding or considering an expansion in the future,are you aware of the technical and financial assistance programs available through public agencies such as the Illinois Department of Commerce,workNet Cook County, the Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce, Harper College,etc.? ❑ Yes ❑ No 44. Using a scale of 1 to 7,where 1 means not at all likely and 7 means very likely, if in the future you were to expand or relocate your business, how likely would you be to select Elk Grove Village for your location? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Thank you for your assistance. Synchronist Business Information SystemW 0 Blanc,Canada Ltd. ELK GROVE VILLAGE BUSINESS PARK INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION PROGRAM FACADE GRANT PROGRAM Planning on upgrading the condition of your building ? Interested in changing the appearance of your building ? Need help ? THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE IS OFFERING BUSINESS AND PROPERTY OWNERS FACADE GRANTS WHICH PROVIDE : $ 2,000 FACADE GRANT PROTOTYPE DESIGN TREATMENTS $ 500 PERMIT FEE WAIVER Read on for Program Details Sponsored by: Elk �� N'� �F Grove �;M: Village FACADE PROGRAM Buildings Less Than 20,000 Sq. Ft. • Facade grant in the amount of$2,000 to be applied to the construction of the fagade improvement. • Prototype Facade Designs are being developed by the Village for typical buildings within the Business Park. The prototype designs will present five (5) design treatments for your consideration, identify potential construction materials, and outline preliminary construction costs. The prototype designs will be available for review and use in April 2000. Buildings Greater Than 20,000 Sq. Ft. • Facade grant in the amount of$2,000 to be applied to the construction of the fagrade improvement. • Permit Fee Waiver up to a maximum of$500 for facade improvements. OBJECTIVE Improve building conditions by upgrading to current standards. • Enhance the aesthetic quality of buildings within the Elk Grove Village Business Park. • Strengthen the business park,through revitalization. ELIGIBILITY Who is eligible ? • All businesses and property owners within the Elk Grove Village Business Park (See Map). What improvements are eligible? • Facade improvements shall require renovation of the front elevation of the building to enhance the visual appearance and functionality of the property. • Facade improvements should include a combination of the following elements: new store front system, wall panels; entryway improvements, window replacement, exterior lighting and signage;painting, and tuck pointing. • The facade improvement must contain a new facade element. Simple building maintenance such as painting and sand blasting, alone, would not qualify for this program. APPLICATION • Applications will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. A maximum of$50,000 per year will be allocated from the ICRC Fund to this program. It is anticipated that approximately 22 projects per year will receive funding. • Applicants must submit a letter requesting inclusion in the Facade Grant Program. The letter should include the business name, property owner, building square footage, general description of improvement, and project schedule. • Applications will be reviewed by the Village Engineering and Community Development Office within a 10 day period. The business/owner shall receive confirmation of project eligibility. The applicant's place on the facade grant program will be reserved for a 90 day period to allow for the submittal of permit documents to the Village. Upon approval of the permit, the. Village will issue grant certification which will secure the grant for a one year period to accomplish construction. • Payment of the grant to the business/owner shall be made upon the acceptance of final construction by the Village. • Applications submitted after the annual funding limit is exceeded will be placed on a waiting list for the following year's program. THE VILLAGE THANKS YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THIS PROGRAM. YOUR SUPPORT IN MAINTAINING THE STRONG ECONOMIC PRESENCE OF THE ELK GROVE VILLAGE BUSINESS PARK IS APPRECIATED. OUR PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP WILL ENSURE THE CONTINUED STRENGTH OF THE BUSINESS PARK. CALL FOR INFORMATION ON OTHER INDUS TRIAU/COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION PROGRAMS: ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY CONCRETE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM LOCAL BANK LOAN PROGRAM TREE PLANTING PROGRAM QUESTIONS • Facade prototype designs maybe viewed(after April 3, 2000) at the Elk Grove Village, Municipal Complex Engineering and Community Development Office between 8 AM and 5 PM. Questions regarding the program may be directed to the Assistant Director of Community Revitalization at(847) 357-4248 or e-mail: ICRC@elkgrove.org TERMS AND CONDITIONS • Facade grants shall be limited to one per building. • Permit fee waivers for greater than 20,000 sq. ft. buildings shall apply to facade improvement elements only. • Applications shall be subject to the approval of the project scope by the Director of Engineering and Community Development. • The business/owner shall comply with Village ordinances and obtain necessary permits. Village of Elk Grove Village Engineering and Community Development 901 Wellington Avenue Elk Grove Village, Illinois (847) 357-4220 FAX(847) 357-4222