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Economic Development updates and outreach

Hoffman EstatesSep 3, 20253 min read

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The commission advanced several business-facing efforts, including a new economic development website, business retention outreach, and planning for the North Hoffman Business Blitz and a C-Suite event.

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The commission reviewed a new website aimed at businesses, which is expected to launch in about two weeks. Members also discussed outreach to local businesses through postcards, a Business Blitz, and future retention meetings meant to gather feedback on what businesses need. Staff also shared that the HelloHoffman comprehensive plan is in an early phase focused on public input, and transportation ideas from Hoffman in Motion may be folded into that broader plan.

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Approved the March 12, 2025 minutes by voice vote.
Advanced the draft Economic Development website for launch in about two weeks.
Moved forward with business retention outreach, including postcards and planned meetings.
Discussed the North Hoffman Business Blitz and the October 28 C-Suite event at Edge Electrical.

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Economic Development Commission

Sep 3, 2025, 2:00 PMHoffman Estates Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates IL 60169completed

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1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. March 12, 2025
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Decision: APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. Review Draft Economic Development Website
Decision: NEW BUSINESS
B. C-Suite Discussion: October 28th at Edge Electrical
Decision: NEW BUSINESS
C. Review Business Retention & Expansion Program
Decision: NEW BUSINESS
1. Discuss North Hoffman Business Blitz
Decision: NEW BUSINESS
D. Discuss Market & Business Conditions
Decision: NEW BUSINESS
5. OTHER
6. ADJOURNMENT

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