SSA #10 47th and Ashland Retail District

Program overview:

The Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council is the sole service provider for Special Service Area (SSA) #10, the 47th and Ashland Retail District.  The Special Service Area program is a mechanism for commercial areas to fund expanded services through a localized tax levy.  Click HERE for a map of SSA #10.

The Back of the Yards Special Service Area #10 boundaries have remained the same since its creation in 1989.  These are:

  • Ada Avenue on the east
  • 42nd Street on the north
  • 49th Street on the south and
  • Hoyne Avenue on the west

The Special Service Area funds small scale capital improvement projects and a variety of programs which include:

Public Way Maintenance

  • Street Cleaning is done Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. covering all SSA retail stores.
  • Snow removal is done as needed during the winter.

Beautification

  • Holiday and Seasonal Decorative Banners
  • Graffiti Removal
  • Sidewalk Pressure Washing
  • Streetscapes

Facade Improvements

  • Awning Rebate
  • Artistic Board Up

Area marketing and promotions, “Promoting Your Business” – The BYNC SSA #10 organizes the following activities to attract more shoppers to your business:

  • Fiesta Back of the Yards - Click HERE for more information
  • Sidewalk Sales
  • Seasonal Promotions

Advertising - The SSA will assist in advertising new or existing businesses in many ways!

Senior Shuttle Bus Service – The BYNC shuttle bus transports seniors to shops and medical appoinments within the SSA #10 boundaries.

Advocating for Your Business – The BYNC, as the sole service provider for SSA #10, works with local business owners, elected officials, and city departments at all levels to provide a services for the entire business district.

For more information, contact Fabiola Flores at (773) 247-5100.