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

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

Secretary/Treasurer

Yakela Hall

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

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

2025 Commissions Meeting Schedule

January 15, 2025
February 18, 2025
March 18, 2025
April 15, 2025
May 20, 2025
June 17, 2025
July 15, 2025
August 19, 2025
September 16, 2025
October 21, 2025
November 18, 2025
December 16, 2025

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.