Arcola Community & Economic Development Arcola Chamber of Commerce

ACED

Promoting the Growth of the Arcola Community

About Arcola Community & Economic Development

The purpose of Arcola Community & Economic Development (ACED) is to:

Promote and support the growth and development of businesses, population, infrastructure, and services to the community
Create and convey a positive brand / message of Arcola by showcasing community strengths in order to unify the community

ACED offers local incentives to new businesses wanting to capitalize on the prime location along the I-57 corridor boasting 17,300 average daily vehicles. The local and state resources will make relocating to the area very fruitful to your business. The opportunity and commercial zoning options are abundant. Don’t forget there are many nearby transportation options and a strong workforce to support your growing business.

Our community is very welcoming and our education and strong city pride will make you want to raise your children here. Please reach out to us by email. We would love to meet with you and help you through every step of your journey to opening a business in Arcola!

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Opportunity & Zoning

With over $155,000,000 in business development opportunity in Arcola, you will be sure to have success planting your business here. Check out the survey below.
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Transportation and Workforce

Our transportation system in the area boasts four highways, three railways, two airports and I-57, Arcola is the hub of a ease for importing and exporting. We also have a growing workforce in the area as well.
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Education and City Pride
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Location and Traffic
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Local and State Resources

EDGE, ETIP, SEDA, and Enterprise Zone resources are a few of the economic development programs we have available for your business growth in Arcola.
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Local Incentives

Our abundant local incentives available with TIF and economic development programs, your business will have prime opportunity for growth.
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About ACED
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Education Pillar 1 and 2

With our expansive digital learning platforms for students and much higher than state average performance scores, Arcola is the ideal community to raise your children.
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