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Oswego EDC reports grants to two downtown food-and-drink startups; fund balance small

5546483 · August 6, 2025
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The Economic Development Commission reviewed recently approved financial incentives for two downtown businesses — Bay 54 and Taco Dolly Cantina — and staff reported a remaining balance in the incentives fund and two amended agreements for ongoing projects.

The Oswego Economic Development Commission on Wednesday reported that two downtown restaurants received financial assistance and that the village has a modest remaining balance in its local incentives fund.

Kevin (staff member) told the commission that Bay 54, a cocktail lounge proposed for the old bike-rack space next to the winery, received a $38,000 grant and a $32,000 loan to be paid over 10 years. He said the owners — the same operators behind The Lewis in St. Charles — will undertake significant interior work and ADA improvements and plan a second phase with additional seating and a small kitchen.

Kevin also said Taco Dolly Cantina, which is taking over…

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