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Economic Development - Forest Park IL Since the first settlements in the mid 1800’s, this area drew both industry and residents. Today, Forest Park is still experiencing constant steady growth. It is ideal for any venue of trade or service, located only eight miles west of Chicago, with busy outbound and inbound city traffic passing through our community. We are home to a young, educated, culturally and economically diverse population with a wide range of business and commercial enterprise. We maintain both long established companies such as Ferrara Pan Candy and recent additions such as Bed Bath & Beyond, as well as popular eateries. The cooperation of our local government, Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Association, and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has led to new business attraction and progress within our community. Grants and low-interest loans are available for new business and expansions. We are in an ideal location, with easy access to a variety of modes of transportation, a skilled workforce, access to capital and a cooperative government and business climate. Forest Park, Illinois has “Big city access, with small town charm!” economic, development, businesses, redevelopment