DSBDA advocates for the residents and businesses of Paseo Boricua in city and with local-sponsored organizations. The DSBDA holds strong to its’ belief in keeping Paseo Boricua a strong ethnic & economic presence in Humboldt Park, while also diverting the harmful effects of gentrification.
Under the DSBDA’s agenda focused on economic empowerment as the key driver for social change, we advocate on behalf of:
- Coordinating And Strengthening Social Cohesion Through Cultural Events
- Bringing New Businesses And Jobs To The Street
- Facilitating Access To Banks
- Facilitating Access to Home-ownership
- Offering Façade Renovation Rebate Programs
- Facilitating New Entrepreneurs
- Supporting Existing Businesses
- Project Management Of City SBIF Program
- Assistance Expediting Permits And Licenses
- Neighborhood Tours To Promote Awareness
- Business Planning Courses With The Addition Of The “FastTrac To Business” Program
- Beautification Of Paseo Boricua
- Asset/Property Development And Acquisition Of Commercial Space
- Technical Assistance To Local Businesses
- The Paseo Boricua Business Directory
There are other examples of DSBDA’s advocacy at work all over the Chicagoland region and by becoming a member you can be a part of helping improve the overall community. Being a part of DSBDA isn’t just about the events and social activities, it’s about being an important part of the community.