July 9, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson
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MAYOR JOHNSON, CITY COUNCIL MAKE VETERANS BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM PERMANENT, EXPAND OPPORTUNITIES FOR VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESSES
In a unanimous vote, the Chicago City Council approved the Veterans= Business Enterprise (VBE) Program as a permanent program within the Department of Procurement Services (DPS), building on the success of the VBE pilot program. This milestone builds on a continued commitment by the City to expanding economic opportunities for veteran-owned businesses and reduce barriers for those who have served our country.