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E-Developments
Winnetka's Connection to Village Businesses and Events
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 Governor Pritzker Announces Move to Bridge Phase
Governor Pritzker announced today that on May 14, 2021, Illinois will enter the "Bridge Phase" of Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois COVID-19 mitigations. The Bridge to Phase 5 will allow for higher capacity limits and increased business operations. All regions of the State will move through these next phases together based on statewide metrics.
Starting on May 14, the following capacity rules will go into place, and mask requirements will remain in place:
- 60% capacity for health and fitness centers, offices, personal care businesses, retail and service counters, theaters, and meetings and conferences
- Standing areas outdoors to 50% capacity
- Farmers Market capacity to 30 people per 1,000 sq ft outdoors
- Indoor recreation to groups of 100
- Social events to 250 people indoors and 500 people outdoors
Visit the Village's website for more information.
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 Celebrate Mother's Day With Brunch in Winnetka
Celebrate the special woman (or women!) in your life this weekend by dining out in Winnetka!
Use the map of restaurants in Winnetka, which will direct you to contact information you may use to make a reservation. Click or tap on the thumbtack on the map to find hours of operation, website, take-out and delivery information for each restaurant in the Village.
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 Happy 18th Anniversary, Noah's Ark!
Happy anniversary to Angie DeMars, the owner of Noah's Ark at 831 Elm Street in downtown Winnetka! Noah's Ark is an independent pet supply store serving Winnetka and the North Shore.
Noah's Ark offers dog and cat owners fresh whole-food alternatives as well as freeze-dried, dehydrated, canned and dry food. They carry a unique line of treats, pet accessories, and grooming items. Follow them on social media.
They are open Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM, Saturday 9:30 AM - 5 PM, and Sunday 11 AM - 4 PM. Delivery and curbside pickup are available.
Noah's Ark
831 Elm Street
Winnetka, IL 60093
847-784-0125
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 Apply for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund
Winnetka restaurants are encouraged to apply for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF). The RRF will provide funding of up to $5,000,000 per location for applicants who meet certain conditions, not to exceed $10,000,000 total for the applicant and any affiliated businesses. The minimum award will be $1,000. It is a first come, first served program.
Restaurant owners who are women, veterans, or socially or economically disadvantaged will have their applications prioritized through May 24, 2021.
Find more information about the program on the Village's website and the SBA website. Sign up for alerts on the SBA's website.
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 Rebate For New Commercial Fire Sprinkler Systems
Do you need to install a new fire sprinkler system because of a "Change of Use" requirement? Are you looking for financial assistance? The Village can help!
A rebate from the Village of Winnetka is available to any applicant who has applied for a fire sprinkler permit on or after January 1, 2016 for a sprinkler system installed under the "Change of Use" requirement.
The rebate is inclusive of:
- Plan review fees
- Water tap fees
- Street replacement fees
- Right-of-way opening fees
Contact the Winnetka Fire Department for more information: 847-501-6029 (non-emergency number).
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 Find Great Deals in Winnetka
Distinctly Winnetka is a great way to find out about promotions happening at Village businesses.
If you're a business and want to participate, sign up here. Participation is free for Winnetka businesses as this program is sponsored by the Village of Winnetka.
Residents, friends, and neighbors can sign up to learn about great deals from Winnetka restaurants, retailers and service providers delivered directly to your mobile phone. Text WINN to 55678.
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Dates to Remember
First Friday at Vivid Art Gallery
Featuring artists Patricia Dolan
5 PM - 7 PM
Friday, May 7, 2021
895 Green Bay Road, Winnetka
J. McLaughlin & Chestnut Street Flowers Shopping Event
Shop J. McLaughlin's spring line and pick up a flower bouquets from Chestnut Street Flowers
10 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday, May 8
567A Lincoln Avenue, Winnetka
Mother's Day
Sunday, May 9
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) extended application deadline
Wednesday, May 31, 2021
Learn more on the SBA's website
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Contact Economic Development Coordinator Liz Dechant for additional assistance. You can email her or call her at 847-716-3528.
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