Our Board's Work in Bartlett, IL: A Timeline

2024
More Brewing Ribbon Cutting

The long-awaited brewery with Bartlett’s first rooftop dining opens in June 2023.

BEDA Program Updates

The board unanimously approves changes to the Business Economic Development Assistance (BEDA) program that was first created in the 2018-2019 fiscal year. The program requires the funds to be used for items attached to the building and not removable items like TVs, tables and chairs. Also, the business must remain…Read More

Aldi Grocery Store Opens

Aldi grocery store opens in February 2024. The Village sought out a grocery store for nearly 10 years after Dominick’s closed off of Route 59. Through several negotiations (and incentives) with Aldi and the owner of Streets of Bartlett, a brand new Aldi building finally came to fruition.

2023
Brewster Creek TIF District Ends

Brewster Creek TIF, established in 1999, reaches its final year of its term. Equalized assessed value of the property within the TIF increased from $3.1 million to $91.9 million during its life.

2022
Village Expands “Merry and Bright” Tree Lighting

The Village and Board push to expand Bartlett’s Holiday tree lighting adds horse-drawn carriage rides, music, food trucks, reindeer and a Cocoa Crawl.