LB Steel in Harvey is making parts for Amtrak’s high-speed rail project, creating new jobs
“We understand that in order to have a vibrant economy we need to have a vibrant manufacturing community,” said Reggie Greenwood,...
top of page
SOUTH SUBURBAN MAYORS & MANAGERS ASSOCIATION
Search
Nov 15, 2019
New Southland Development Authority seeks to reclaim ‘economic powerhouse’ status for region
Dozens of local leaders celebrated the group’s launch Wednesday night at Thornton Distilling Co. in Thornton. “Decades ago, the south...
Nov 8, 2019
SBDC at SSEGI “Insurmountable You!” Conference reaches scores of perspective entrepreneurs/ business
L-R: Thomas Ketchum, SBDC at SSEGI client; Kristi DeLaurentiis, SSMMA Executive Director; Debbie Meyers-Martin, IL State Rep.; Jay...
Oct 23, 2019
Nov 13: SSEGI Southland Development Authority’s launch reception
When: Wednesday, November 13, 5:00 – 7:00 pm Where: Thornton Distilling Company, 400 East Margaret Street, Thornton, IL 60476 RSVP Here...
Oct 11, 2019
South Suburban communities unveil casino plans
Homewood/East Hazel Crest In the story, Homewood officials back Halsted Street casino plan, citing jobs and economic benefits, the...
Oct 11, 2019
Nov. 1: CSEDC’s Fall Quarterly Forum
Agenda 8:30 a.m. – Coffee and networking 9:00 a.m. – Program begins – Featured topic: $35.8 Million for New Health Facility at SSC ...
Oct 9, 2019
$3 Million invested. RelaDyne creates 50 jobs in Chicago Heights
Image courtesy of the Chicago Heights Economic Development Corporation A $3 million public-private partnership between the City of...
Aug 14, 2019
Chicago Casino Study: Taxes too high to be profitable / Southland is oversaturated
The study by Union Analytics Gaming found that under the current tax structure, a private operator would not be able to make enough of a...
Jul 25, 2019
Officials warn ‘people will die’ if Blue Island hospital closes
The hourslong hearing took place at St. Benedict Church, just a block from MetroSouth Medical Center, whose operators are seeking...
Jul 15, 2019
Blue Island’s MetroSouth Summit draws more than 200 first responders, medical professionals, communi
A crowd of more than 200 gathered for the City of Blue Island’s MetroSouth Summit, held earlier today at the City Hall East Annex. Hosted...
Jul 12, 2019
July 18: Public hearing on Cal Sag Enterprise Zone amendment
COOK COUNTY, ALONG WITH THE VILLAGE OF ALSIP, THE CITY OF BLUE ISLAND, THE VILLAGE OF CALUMET PARK, THE CITY OF COUNTRY CLUB HILLS, THE...
Jul 9, 2019
South Suburban Economic Growth Initiative announces food co-packing expansion opportunity
New Food Strategies: The South Suburban Economic Growth Initiative (SSEGI) announces a food co-packing expansion opportunity in Chicago’s...
Jul 5, 2019
Aug. 2: CSEDC Summer Quarterly Forum
When Friday, Aug. 2, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Where Engbretson Hall, Governors State University 1 University Parkway ...
Jun 4, 2019
New suburban racetrack comes spinning out of the turns of gambling bill
In addition to a new casino, south suburban Cook County is in line for its own separate new “racino” — a combination horse racing track...
May 9, 2019
Vacant businesses may lose Cook County tax incentives
If within two years business properties are not leased, sold or developed, Cook County can take action to revoke the tax incentives. The...
May 3, 2019
Regional leaders urge Pritzker to support South Suburban Airport & more at CSEDC forum
Chicago Southland Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Reggie Greenwood with US Rep. Robin Kelly at the May 3 CSEDC...
Apr 30, 2019
Opportunities and trends within the industrial arena
Speaking at the CIP Industrial Summit were, from left to right, Peter Tsantilis of Liston & Tsantilis, Sam Isaacson of JCR Capital,...
Apr 18, 2019
Apr 17, 2019
April 30: How to Start Your Business Workshop
Professional Guidance for Business Growth Jay Readey of Cook County’s South Suburban Economic Growth Initiative will share key strategies...
Apr 15, 2019
Freight traffic, flooding to be studied in Southland areas
Ford Heights will be some of the issues the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning will study in helping develop comprehensive plans...
ARPA Resources
bottom of page