Ensuring Compliance with Programmatic and Funding Requirements (City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development)

• Employers must submit required documents up front, with a detailed list of requirements shared during the application process.
• Grantees enter into a formal agreement that clearly defines employer compliance requirements.
• Step-by-step templates and ongoing technical assistance help businesses navigate the application process and provide a point of contact for questions throughout the project.
• The Project Manager conducts regular check-ins to support and verify adherence to the grant agreement.

This content is based on interviews or email correspondence with Lijia Evariz in 2024. This content was approved by the organization in March 2025.