Business and Economic Development Advisory Group

• Business Development Organizations

The Business and Economic Development Advisory Group has the following duties and responsibilities:

• Supports community programs that promote City business and economic development;
• Provides advisory recommendations related to the Business Development Strategic Plan;
• Provides advisory recommendations related to projects, programs, or policies the City is pursuing related to business and economic activity; and
• Provides assistance with business development outreach and communications.

Beautification Award
The Mayor's Beautification Awards recognize businesses that have enhanced their storefronts and created a welcoming atmosphere that invites and attracts prospective customers with pleasing aesthetics. Award recipients go above and beyond to improve the visual appeal of their property and serve as an example to all businesses and property owners within Highland Park to remain committed to beautifying our community.
Submit a Nomination

2022 Beautification Award Recipients

Hillco owned Businesses:
Beanstalk, Sprout Kids, Wild Willow, Harper & Ash, Central Cafe & Central Boutique, 654-678 Central Avenue



Business Recognition Awards
Business Recognitions Awards honor those businesses that have been part of the community for over 50 years.

For more information, please contact Carolyn Hersch, staff liaison to the Business and Economic Development Advisory Group, at 847.926.1027 or by chersch@cityhpil.com.

Information about the former Business and Economic Development Commission can be found here.