Oswego board approves economic incentive for Holy Granoli, contingent on signed lease
July 14, 2026 | Oswego, Kendall County, Illinois
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The Village of Oswego Board on July 14 approved an ordinance authorizing an economic incentive agreement to support Holy Granoli’s proposed restaurant at 121 South Main Street, subject to a signed lease.
Economic development staff presented the application from WG Oswego 2, LLC and Imperial Investments LLC and recommended approval with two conditions: the applicant must secure a signed lease and commit to opening within six months of approval. Staff read financial figures from the application during the presentation; the transcript lists a grant amount as "$4,040,000 dollars grant," a $125,000 loan, and a stated total assistance of $165,000 on a maximum project budget listed as "365,000." Staff noted the board’s approval would be contingent on the lease and the six‑month opening requirement.
Chris Cieschek, owner of Holy Granoli, described the concept as a breakfast and lunch restaurant focused on natural, nutrient‑dense foods and said the menu includes gluten‑free, vegetarian, vegan and halal options. Cieschek told the board that, with permits and contractor schedules aligned, he would like to open in "6 to 8 weeks at most." He said the project includes installing a new ventilation hood, enclosing the patio as a three‑season room to add seating, new signage and new equipment and furniture.
Board members asked about seating, hours and ADA access. Cieschek said standard breakfast hours would be roughly 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the possibility of using the space for evening private events. Staff reiterated the two contingencies in the incentive agreement and asked that the board make approval conditional on those terms.
The ordinance was moved, seconded and approved by roll call. The board welcomed Holy Granoli to downtown Oswego and the president thanked the owner for joining the community.
What happens next: The incentive agreement is effective only after a signed lease is provided and the village will monitor the six‑month opening requirement in the agreement.
Economic development staff presented the application from WG Oswego 2, LLC and Imperial Investments LLC and recommended approval with two conditions: the applicant must secure a signed lease and commit to opening within six months of approval. Staff read financial figures from the application during the presentation; the transcript lists a grant amount as "$4,040,000 dollars grant," a $125,000 loan, and a stated total assistance of $165,000 on a maximum project budget listed as "365,000." Staff noted the board’s approval would be contingent on the lease and the six‑month opening requirement.
Chris Cieschek, owner of Holy Granoli, described the concept as a breakfast and lunch restaurant focused on natural, nutrient‑dense foods and said the menu includes gluten‑free, vegetarian, vegan and halal options. Cieschek told the board that, with permits and contractor schedules aligned, he would like to open in "6 to 8 weeks at most." He said the project includes installing a new ventilation hood, enclosing the patio as a three‑season room to add seating, new signage and new equipment and furniture.
Board members asked about seating, hours and ADA access. Cieschek said standard breakfast hours would be roughly 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the possibility of using the space for evening private events. Staff reiterated the two contingencies in the incentive agreement and asked that the board make approval conditional on those terms.
The ordinance was moved, seconded and approved by roll call. The board welcomed Holy Granoli to downtown Oswego and the president thanked the owner for joining the community.
What happens next: The incentive agreement is effective only after a signed lease is provided and the village will monitor the six‑month opening requirement in the agreement.
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