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1. Who can apply for a Hotel/Motel Grant?

Any individual or group that can execute a community event within the corporate limits of Warrenville that is in accordance with 65 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/8-3-14 and that is permissible under both the state and federal constitutions. 65 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/8-3-14

2. How do I/we apply for a Hotel/Motel Grant?

Applicants must thoroughly complete an application for submission to the Warrenville Tourism and Arts Commission. Applications can be downloaded from the City's website under Forms & Documents or from the TAC's page under Government > Boards & Commissions > Tourism & Arts Commission.

3. When is the Hotel/Motel Grant application due?

Applications will be due on the second Monday in September. Applications submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered. Applications should be turned into the Administration Department by 5:00 p.m.

4. What is the process for evaluating the application?

The Tourism and Arts Commission reviews the applications and will make recommendations to the City Council with respect to funding the event or program. These application will be first considered by the City Council at the Finance and Public Safety meeting in January (fourth Monday). The City Council reserves the right to request additional information to assist in its consideration of any application.

5. When will I find out if I received a grant?

Applicants may attend the Tourism and Arts Commission's meeting in January to see their recommendation to City Council. City Council will first consider the recommendation at the Finance and Public Safety Committee in January (the fourth Monday). A final City Council decision will be made at the first City Council meeting in February (first Monday). Notification letters will be sent out to all applicants.