Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
Survey in Response to Recent Looting
1. Did you experience property damage and/or loss of product as a result of recent looting on August 9-10?
Yes
No
2. Did you experience property damage and/or loss of product as a result of looting earlier this summer?
Yes
No
3. Do you feel safe operating your business in Chicago?
Yes
No
Not Applicable
4. If you were impacted by recent looting in Chicago, have you been able to reopen your business?
Yes
No
Not Applicable
5. If you answered yes to Question 4, have you been able to bring back employees?
Yes
No
Not Applicable
6. If you were impacted by recent looting in Chicago and have not reopened, how long do you believe it will be before your business reopens?
1-2 weeks
3 weeks
1 month
2 months
More than 2 months
My business has already reopened to the public
I do no plan to reopen my business in Chicago
I am waiting to see what action is taken by City officials before determining if my business will reopen
Not applicable – my business was not impacted by recent looting in Chicago
7. What actions by elected officials need to occur for you to confidently reopen your business?
Economic reforms at the city and state level
Protections from police and/or security guards in front of businesses
The prosecution of perpetrators
Monetary relief to cover damages
Not applicable – my business was not impacted by recent looting in Chicago
8. How confident are you in the future of Chicago’s business community?
Very confident
Somewhat confident
Neutral
Somewhat unconfident
Not at all confident
9. What are the three most impactful actions the City and State can take, in regards to safety, crime and looting, that would best help your business right now?