Chinatown Special Service Area (SSA) #73

The Chinatown Special Service Area (SSA) #73 was initially approved in December 2017 for a ten-year term.

Due to the success of the initial term, the SSA is to be renewed for a second term.

Vision:  The Chinatown SSA makes Chicago’s Chinatown a welcoming destination for visitors, residents, and businesses alike.

Mission:  The Chinatown SSA supports the economic well-being and tourism appeal of the district through programs, services, and promotional events/activities.

Meeting Schedule

January 28, 2026

March 25, 2026

May 27, 2026

July 8 (budget), 2026

October 28, 2026

November 18, 2026

January 22, 2025

March 26, 2025

May 28, 2025

July 9, 2025 (2026 budget approval)

Special meeting:  October 6, 2025, SSA#73 renewal advisory committee meeting at Springhill Suites Hotel, 2357 S. Wentworth Avenue, Chicago, Illinois at 11:00 a.m. in the conference room

October 15, 2025 – there will be a special meeting beginning at 6 pm to discuss the reason for the levy for 2026 being in excess of a 5% increase over the previous year.  Following the special meeting, the regularly scheduled meeting will take place.

November 12, 2025