Signs of Change

07/21/2016

Chicago Aldermen: Make it easier for small businesses to announce they’re open for business. Getting a sign permit in Chicago is a lengthy process that invol...

07/15/2016

The SBAC and coalition have been fighting to streamline Chicago's sign permitting process to make it easier for small businesses to announce they’re open for business. An amendment to the sign ordinance was heard in committee yesterday and passed unanimously. A full City Council vote is expected at next week's Council meeting. The passage of this amendment, along with changes to the administrative process, will reduce the time it takes to obtain a sign permit by 50-80% or up to 75 days.

Chicago Aldermen: Make it easier for small businesses to announce they’re open for business. Getting a sign permit in Chicago is a lengthy process that invol...

04/14/2016

Small Business Leaders Galvanize to Tackle Sign Ordinance! Join us at our press conference tomorrow at 8:30am at Inspiration Kitchens in Garfield Park. Together, small businesses and local communities must work to eliminate unnecessary and burdensome obstacles to growing the Chicago economy and creating jobs.

CHICAGO, April 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- WHY: Small and local businesses drive the Chicago economy and create...

04/12/2016

Elliot Richardson from the Small Business Advocacy Council explains the outrageous approval process involved for businesses wishing to hang a simple sign.

03/17/2016

Aldermen keep a tight grip on Chicago's sign laws

A plan to speed up the approval process for signs—a power that some aldermen use as a way to raise campaign cash—has hit a speed bump in the City Council.

11/19/2015

A couple of pictures from our Signs of Change Press Conference. Our sign ordinance was filed today by Alderman Mitts and Alderman Osterman. The ordinance will ease the burden and reduce the time it takes to obtain sign permits for the majority of Chicago small businesses. As small businesses face many challenges, this is a positive step forward in supporting our local job creators!

10/23/2015

Coalition Spotlight: West Town Chamber of Commerce

The West Town Chamber of Commerce provides services to several neighborhoods, including East Village, Humboldt Park, and Ukrainian Village, among others. The West Town Chamber uses this diversity to attract new businesses to the area, as well as retain current businesses.

For more information, visit westtownchamber.org or their page: https://www.facebook.com/WestTownChicago?ref=ts

The best of Chicago’s art, culture and cuisine—all in one Town. Just go West.

10/21/2015

Coalition Spotlight: Lakeview Chamber of Commerce

The Lakeview Chamber of Commerce is organized so that the local business community shall prosper. The Lakeview Chamber puts particular emphasis on retail, professional, educational, and economic interests of the area.

For more information, visit lakeviewchamber.com

10/14/2015

Coalition Spotlight: Andersonville Chamber of Commerce

Originally founded in 1912 as the North Clark Street Business Men’s Association, it was renamed the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce in 1964 after the neighborhood and is support of the community’s Swedish Identity. The Chamber holds many annual events, as well as providing workshops and networking opportunities.

The Signs of Change Coalition is happy to include the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce and is grateful for their support.

10/09/2015

Coalition Spotlight: International Sign Association (ISA)

The International Sign Association is dedicated to the businesses in the sign industry. From advocacy to research, the ISA has many invaluable resources for businesses in the sign industry. Signs of Change is proud to include the ISA among our Coalition Partners.

For more information, visit signs.org

10/07/2015

Coalition Spotlight: Illinois Sign Association

The Illinois Sign Association is a great resource for both businesses and members of the sign industry. With connections to many different organizations related to the sign industry and small business, the Illinois Sign Association is a valued member of the Signs of Change Coalition.

For more information, visit isa-sign.com

10/02/2015

Coalition Spotlight: Lincolnwood Chamber of Commerce

The Lincolnwood Chamber of Commerce holds an Annual Business Expo as a part of the Annual Lincolnwood Fest each summer (and members get a discounted rate). The chamber also offers several events each month which provides networking opportunities for local business owners.

For more information, visit Lincolnwoodchamber.org