OUR MISSION

To work collaboratively to develop, implement and sustain processes that improve the quality of life for individuals, families and businesses in the West Humboldt Park community.

Mission

VISION

Promote safety and advocate for residents, families and neighborhood support programs.
Advocate for community growth and sustainability.
Encourage business attraction, development, retention and growth.

Vision

ABOUT

The West Humboldt Park Family & Community Development Council (WHPFCDC) was established in 1992 focused on supporting the West Humboldt Park community. As a delegate agency for the city of Chicago we have facilitated numerous community projects and continue to work on the economic and residential development of the community. As our mission dictates, we work in partnership with other community organizations to empower this community towards continued growth and sustainability.

SEE OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

About

STAFF DIRECTORY

Nefertari Cutler

Economic Development Coordinator

nefertari@whpdevelopmentcouncil.net

Charonda Scarelli

Office Manager

Charonda@whpdevelopmentcouncil.net

Adrienne Whitney-Boykin

Executive Director

adrienne@whpdevelopmentcouncil.net

Ray King

Community Outreach

rking@whpdevelopmentcouncil.net

Staff

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

James Simmons

Co-Founder & Board President

Katherine Anderson

Vice President/Secretary

James Williams

Treasurer

Franklin Williams

Director

Kenny Coleman

Director

Shanell Harmon

Director

Don Felton

Director

Board

Special Service Area 63

SSA #63 Commissioners

Kenneth Johnson

Bro-n-Laws Barbeque

John Groene

Neighborhood Housing Service

Topic: SSA #63 and Stakeholders meeting

Virtual Meeting Held Monthly on the 3rd Tuesday at 12:00 noon

2023 Commission and Stakeholders Meeting Schedule

January 17, 2023
February 21, 2023
March 21, 2023
April 18, 2023
May 16, 2023
June 20, 2023
July 18, 2023
August 15, 2023
September 19, 2023
October 17, 2023
November 21, 2023
December 19, 202

Special Service Areas, known as Business Improvement Districts are local tax districts that fund expanded services and programs through a localized property tax levy within contiguous areas. The enhanced services and programs are in addition to those currently provided through the City.

SSA-funded projects typically include but are not limited to:

Public Way Maintenance & Beautification

District Marketing and Advertising

Business Retention/Attraction

Special Events and Promotional Activities

Auto and Bike Transit

Security

Façade Improvements

Other Commercial and Economic Development Initiatives

The City contracts with local non-profits, called Service Providers, to manage SSAs. Appointed SSA Commissioners for each SSA district oversee and recommend the annual services, budget, and Service Provider Agency to the City. There are currently 53 active SSAs in Chicago.