The Chicago City Council approved the 2026 budget and 2025 tax levy for Special Service Area (SSA) #33, which covers the Wicker Park and Bucktown neighborhoods. The ordinance authorizes a total property tax levy of $1,479,616 to fund a variety of services aimed at improving the commercial district. The Wicker Park & Bucktown Chamber of Commerce will administer the funds. Key budget allocations include $811,000 for public way aesthetics, $237,649 for personnel, and $220,000 for customer attraction. The total 2026 budget, incorporating the levy, carryover funds, and other income, is $1,822,929. The ordinance passed on November 14, 2025.