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QUAD CITIES BANKS AND CREDIT UNIONS LEND OVER $775M IN PPP FUNDS
Until 2020 it was hard to imagine competing banks and credit unions working together for the common good. Then COVID-19 hit.
Jim Huiskamp, President of Blackhawk Bank & Trust, remembers the Sunday night phone call he made in March immediately after seeing the federal funds rate drop a stunning 150 basis points. Unprecedented news needed unprecedented action; so, in the collaborative spirit of the Q2030, Huiskamp called Quad Cities financial institution leaders he knew personally to express his concerns and request an immediate follow-up meeting with more people.
"I sensed that there was going to be a real need for us all to come together and act in unison to protect the community," Huiskamp said.
Over the last two months, as the nation has been in the grip of an economic downturn, area banks and credit unions have worked overtime to secure essential funds for businesses and nonprofits through the federal Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP. The Chamber received PPP loan data from 18 financial institutions and aggregated their total support for the business community: 5,903 PPP loans totaling $778,496,719. The numbers are likely higher, however, the Chamber's data does not include sizable PPP loans from large national banks, such as Wells Fargo, which assisted many more businesses in the Quad Cities region.
The Chamber promoted the opportunity to businesses to apply for funds through these lenders and guided a lot of entities through the process. On behalf of the Quad Cities business community, the Chamber applauds all of the following institutions for their efforts to maintain and grow a prosperous regional economy.
1. Ascentra Credit Union
2. American Bank & Trust
3. BankORION
4. Blackhawk Bank & Trust
5. Blue Grass Savings Bank
6. Capital One
7. CBI Bank & Trust
8. Deere Employee Credit Union
9. DeWitt Bank & Trust
10. DuTrac Community Credit Union
11. First Central State Bank
12. First Midwest Bank
13. First National Bank
14. First Trust Savings Bank
15. Fortress Bank
16. Gas and Electric Credit Union
17. Great Southern Bank
18. Green State Credit Union
19. IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union
20. Liberty Trust & Savings Bank
21. Marine Credit Union
22. Midwest Bank
23. Northwest Bank & Trust Company
24. Quad City Bank & Trust
25. RIA Family Credit Union
26. SENB Bank
27. Service Plus Credit Union
28. Sterling Federal Bank
29. TBK Bank
30. The Family Credit Union
31. U.S. Bank
32. Vibrant Credit Union
33. Walcott Bank & Trust
34. Wells Fargo
PPP loans still forgivable despite changing rules
Brian Laufenberg, President and CEO of IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union, was involved since very early on in the effort.
"It was really a rare thing and so special to see this group come together where everyone can put competition aside and collaborate for the good of the entire community," Laufenberg said.
According to the Paycheck Protection Program, 75% of the money can only be used for payroll while the other 25% can be used for other expenses, including health care, retirement, rent, utilities and mortgage interests. The other 25% has sparked a lot of discussion between lenders and borrowers.
"The problem is this thing was rolled out so fast the rules kept changing, sometimes literally by the hour," Huiskamp said. "We're still trying to get guidance on this program and get forms for submitting things. It's been extremely difficult on all of us."
Getting loans forgiven has been another concern among business owners. Huiskamp said if funds were used for the purposes intended, the loan will be forgiven.
"For example, if you had 10 full-time employees (pre-COVID), they'll expect you will still have 10 full-time employees," he said. "If you don't, you'll have a reduced amount of forgiveness."
20. Liberty Trust & Savings Bank
21. Marine Credit Union
22. Midwest Bank
23. Northwest Bank & Trust Company
24. Quad City Bank & Trust
25. RIA Family Credit Union
26. SENB Bank
27. Service Plus Credit Union
28. Sterling Federal Bank
29. TBK Bank
30. The Family Credit Union
31. U.S. Bank
32. Vibrant Credit Union
33. Walcott Bank & Trust
34. Wells Fargo
PPP loans still forgivable despite changing rules
Brian Laufenberg, President and CEO of IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union, was involved since very early on in the effort.
"It was really a rare thing and so special to see this group come together where everyone can put competition aside and collaborate for the good of the entire community," Laufenberg said.
According to the Paycheck Protection Program, 75% of the money can only be used for payroll while the other 25% can be used for other expenses, including health care, retirement, rent, utilities and mortgage interests. The other 25% has sparked a lot of discussion between lenders and borrowers.
"The problem is this thing was rolled out so fast the rules kept changing, sometimes literally by the hour," Huiskamp said. "We're still trying to get guidance on this program and get forms for submitting things. It's been extremely difficult on all of us."
Getting loans forgiven has been another concern among business owners. Huiskamp said if funds were used for the purposes intended, the loan will be forgiven.
"For example, if you had 10 full-time employees (pre-COVID), they'll expect you will still have 10 full-time employees," he said. "If you don't, you'll have a reduced amount of forgiveness."
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Applauds Gov. Whitmer’s Announcement That Region 5 Can Move to the Next Phase in Restarting the Economy
Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced that Michigan’s Region 5 is advancing to the Phase 4: IMPROVING status under her Michigan Safe Start Plan for relaunching the economy. The following statement of support of the Governor’s announcement can be attributed to Steven Japinga, vice president public affairs, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce:
“We appreciate Governor Whitmer moving REGION 5 as part of her MI Safe Start Plan to PHASE 4 “IMPROVING.” We’ve done the right thing by staying home and have carefully created plans through the RELAUNCH Greater Lansing Task Force to assist employers on re-opening operations, while ensuring the safety of employees and customers . The time is right to continue to open business operations and we’ll do it safely through our collective efforts for REGION 5, which includes clinton, eaton, gratiot, ingham and shiawassee counties.”
RELAUNCH Greater Lansing: Economic Rehabilitation Task Force has produced a resource guide to serve as a blueprint for organizations to follow as the region restarts its economy. Organizations can view the resource guide on the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce website: www.lansingchamber.org/
Arlington Heights Chamber: Re-Launch Arlington Heights Businesses Fund
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Batavia Chamber: #LookfortheHelpers - Congratulations to Jamie Saam, Our 2020 May Ambassador of the Month!
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that the May Ambassador of the Month is Jamie Saam! Jamie owns, and is the social media mastermind for LocalConnect LLC. She is also a co-owner of Bulldog Plumbing with her husband, Doug. But this is only the tip of the iceberg of Jamie’s involvement in the Chamber and Batavia. (She must have a secret way to pack more hours in the day!) The Chamber is fortunate to have Jamie as a valued member, a seasoned chamber ambassador, and as a member of our Board of Directors.
She is a past executive director of Batavia MainStreet, so we value the expertise she brings while facilitating our restaurant/retail interest group. During this spring’s pandemic shelter at home order, Jamie was instrumental in creating and managing a GoFundMe, Taking Care of Our Caretakers - Batavia, which raised more than $31,000. The money was used to purchase food from Batavia restaurants to provide meals to many front-line heroes. There is no doubt that she is a fantastic ambassador and we are so happy that she represents us so well. Jamie is a front-line spokesperson for the Batavia Chamber at public and Chamber-sponsored events and activities.
Jamie, as an Ambassador, your dedication, time efforts are appreciated and highly valued by the Board of Directors, Chamber staff and membership! Thank you!
#BestChamber practices: Greater Starkville Development Partnership: Timely and Concise Business Assistance Program Information
Friday May 29, 2020
Dear Members of the Partnership,
Within the last few hours, Governor Tate Reeves released the first information and public
guidance on The Back to Business Mississippi Grant Program which is, in part, the result of
Senate Bill 2772. The purpose of this state legislation is to provide grant funding to our small
business community that has been negatively impacted by the public health crisis and the
subsequent executive orders. Specifically, there is $300M in the state legislation designated for
small business owners/taxpayers that have been negatively impacted.
The $300M appropriation is divided into two separate programs. The first $240M is a grant
program, up to $25K, to be administered by the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA).
The funding can be used for mortgage, rent, utilities, and payroll. The most up-to-date
information on this grant opportunity can be found at Back to Business Mississippi. According
to information released this afternoon, the formal process will launch sometime next week when
the application is finalized and placed on the above program website; and we want you to be
ready. If you intend to apply, I encourage you to get your documentation ready now. This is not
an unlimited amount of funding and we want to ensure that every business owner in our
community has the opportunity to participate, should they choose to do so.
The remaining $60M is an assistance program and will be used to provide qualified business
owners/taxpayers with a single direct $2000 payment which is scheduled to be released during
the week of June 1st . Eligible business owners/taxpayers do not need to do anything in order to
receive this payment. The Department of Revenue already has your contact information. The
list of eligible businesses qualifying for this one-time direct payment is based on the North
American Industry Code (NAIC) for businesses that were and continue to be impacted. If you
do not know your code, please check here or let me know if I can help.
More information on qualifications, needed documentation, and the application process can be
found at Back to Business Mississippi. A list of frequently-asked questions about the grant can be
found here. As always, we are here to help. Please call on me if you have any questions.
Remember to stay healthy, stay local, and stay strong.
Sincerely,
Mike Tagert
President & Chief Executive Officer
200 East Main Street | Starkville, MS | 39759
Phone: (662) 323-3322 | (800) 649-8687 | Fax: (662) 323-5815
Starkville.org
Dear Members of the Partnership,
Within the last few hours, Governor Tate Reeves released the first information and public
guidance on The Back to Business Mississippi Grant Program which is, in part, the result of
Senate Bill 2772. The purpose of this state legislation is to provide grant funding to our small
business community that has been negatively impacted by the public health crisis and the
subsequent executive orders. Specifically, there is $300M in the state legislation designated for
small business owners/taxpayers that have been negatively impacted.
The $300M appropriation is divided into two separate programs. The first $240M is a grant
program, up to $25K, to be administered by the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA).
The funding can be used for mortgage, rent, utilities, and payroll. The most up-to-date
information on this grant opportunity can be found at Back to Business Mississippi. According
to information released this afternoon, the formal process will launch sometime next week when
the application is finalized and placed on the above program website; and we want you to be
ready. If you intend to apply, I encourage you to get your documentation ready now. This is not
an unlimited amount of funding and we want to ensure that every business owner in our
community has the opportunity to participate, should they choose to do so.
The remaining $60M is an assistance program and will be used to provide qualified business
owners/taxpayers with a single direct $2000 payment which is scheduled to be released during
the week of June 1st . Eligible business owners/taxpayers do not need to do anything in order to
receive this payment. The Department of Revenue already has your contact information. The
list of eligible businesses qualifying for this one-time direct payment is based on the North
American Industry Code (NAIC) for businesses that were and continue to be impacted. If you
do not know your code, please check here or let me know if I can help.
More information on qualifications, needed documentation, and the application process can be
found at Back to Business Mississippi. A list of frequently-asked questions about the grant can be
found here. As always, we are here to help. Please call on me if you have any questions.
Remember to stay healthy, stay local, and stay strong.
Sincerely,
Mike Tagert
President & Chief Executive Officer
200 East Main Street | Starkville, MS | 39759
Phone: (662) 323-3322 | (800) 649-8687 | Fax: (662) 323-5815
Starkville.org
WMC: Wisconsin small business grant applications to open June 15
Wisconsin will take applications for the state’s COVID-19-related “We’re All In” grant program for small businesses starting Monday, June 15, with a deadline of midnight on Sunday, June 21. The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. (WEDC), which is overseeing the $75 million program, plans to make grants of $2,500 each to 30,000 businesses.
Click here to learn more
Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives Excellence Awards Deadline extended to June 15
My, how times have changed since this was first sent out.
We are still ALL about our Excellence Awards and want you to have time to submit. SO, we are extending our deadline.
Let's celebrate all the great things you've done this past year!!
You have experienced wonderful moments over the past year. Whether it be an event, membership growth or an exceptional staff person, we want to celebrate it all! The best way to do that is to apply for a KCCE Excellence Award.
These awards will be presented at our annual conference Awards Dinner, September 14th, 2020.
Click the link below to get started.
Spoiler Alert: We've added TWO more categories!!
Apply Now
Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives Excellence Awards Deadline extended to June 15
My, how times have changed since this was first sent out.
We are still ALL about our Excellence Awards and want you to have time to submit. SO, we are extending our deadline.
Let's celebrate all the great things you've done this past year!!
You have experienced wonderful moments over the past year. Whether it be an event, membership growth or an exceptional staff person, we want to celebrate it all! The best way to do that is to apply for a KCCE Excellence Award.
These awards will be presented at our annual conference Awards Dinner, September 14th, 2020.
Click the link below to get started.
Spoiler Alert: We've added TWO more categories!!
Apply Now
Ameren Illinois Offers Hardship Grants to Small Businesses and Non-profit Organizations
COLLINSVILLE, IL (May 29, 2020) – Ameren Illinois announced that funding is available for small businesses and non-profits that have fallen behind on their electric bills. Under the company's COVID-19 Economic Hardship Recovery Program, one-time grants of up to $500 will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis until June 30, or until the funds are exhausted.
"This has been a challenging time for many small businesses and non-profits that have experienced economic hardship due to COVID-19," said Richard J. Mark, chairman and president of Ameren Illinois. "As these organizations begin to re-establish their operations, it's my hope that this funding will help them along the road to recovery."
To be considered, businesses must have an active, non-residential account, 50 or fewer full-time employees, and a principal office in Illinois. Eligibile businesses may include, but are not limited to: small commercial enterprises, restaurants, clothing stores, hair salons, flower shops, and fitness facilities. Eligible non-profits may include, but are not limited to: schools, day cares, senior centers, religious organizations, community organizations, and charitable organizations.
Grant recipients will have the funds applied to their Ameren Illinois electric account. To apply, visit AmerenIllinois.com/Recovery or call the Ameren Illinois Business Center at 800.232.2477.
Ameren Illinois also announced several new energy efficiency offerings to help small businesses and non-profits to reduce their energy usage and save money. Eligible customers can receive a free lighting assessment, free smart thermostat, and a free energy analysis tool. Call 866.800.0747 or visit AmerenIllinoisSavings.com/Recovery.
Wauconda Chamber on May 29: It's a Beautiful Day In Your Neighborhood!
It's a beautiful day to celebrate and embrace (virtually) our small mom and pop shops that can open for the first time in awhile or expand to the great outdoors. We wish calm, patience and appreciation on these businesses as they navigate this new beginning. As for customers we ask for the same calm and patience.
Be a good neighbor, just like Mr. Rogers!
The Chamber is Now Accepting Applications for Leadership Fredericksburg’s 2021 Class
FREDERICKSBURG – The Chamber is now accepting applications for Leadership Fredericksburg’s 2021 Class. On June 1, 2020, the online application went live on the Chamber website allowing interested participants to apply. The class of 2021 will be Leadership Fredericksburg’s 14th class. Since 2008, the program has graduated nearly 400 fellows.
The 27 people selected will attend an orientation session in October for the eight-month program. They will also receive a personal assessment and executive coaching session, learn skills to create a personal leadership development plan and mission statement, and have a trained program mentor from the business community.
“Leadership Fredericksburg provides motivated individuals with a unique opportunity to broaden their horizons – both professionally and personally,” said Susan Spears, Executive Director. “Our previous graduates are making a difference in our community while enjoying a tremendous new networking resource with their fellow alumni. Truly the strongest network of leaders in the Fredericksburg Region, we continue to seek professionals who are ready to lead using guiding principles of integrity, service and dedication.”
To apply for Leadership Fredericksburg, go to www.fxbgchamber.org, call the Chamber office at (540) 373-9400 or email Kyle Allwine at kyle@fxbgchamber.org.
Wauconda Chamber on May 29: It's a Beautiful Day In Your Neighborhood!
It's a beautiful day to celebrate and embrace (virtually) our small mom and pop shops that can open for the first time in awhile or expand to the great outdoors. We wish calm, patience and appreciation on these businesses as they navigate this new beginning. As for customers we ask for the same calm and patience.
Be a good neighbor, just like Mr. Rogers!
The Chamber is Now Accepting Applications for Leadership Fredericksburg’s 2021 Class
FREDERICKSBURG – The Chamber is now accepting applications for Leadership Fredericksburg’s 2021 Class. On June 1, 2020, the online application went live on the Chamber website allowing interested participants to apply. The class of 2021 will be Leadership Fredericksburg’s 14th class. Since 2008, the program has graduated nearly 400 fellows.
The 27 people selected will attend an orientation session in October for the eight-month program. They will also receive a personal assessment and executive coaching session, learn skills to create a personal leadership development plan and mission statement, and have a trained program mentor from the business community.
“Leadership Fredericksburg provides motivated individuals with a unique opportunity to broaden their horizons – both professionally and personally,” said Susan Spears, Executive Director. “Our previous graduates are making a difference in our community while enjoying a tremendous new networking resource with their fellow alumni. Truly the strongest network of leaders in the Fredericksburg Region, we continue to seek professionals who are ready to lead using guiding principles of integrity, service and dedication.”
To apply for Leadership Fredericksburg, go to www.fxbgchamber.org, call the Chamber office at (540) 373-9400 or email Kyle Allwine at kyle@fxbgchamber.org.
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Three hopefuls running in special election for County Board seat left vacant by Erik Gutshall's passing
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce will hold the 2020 Arlington County Board Special Election Candidate Forum on Tuesday, June 9. This business-themed forum features a moderated discussion of topics important to the Arlington business community with the three candidates running for the Arlington County Board seat left vacant by Erik Gutshall's passing. The event will provide candidates the opportunity to address the key issues affecting the business community.
Tuesday, June 9 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. ET. The program will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m.
Bob Cambridge, Independent Susan Cunningham, and Democrat Takis Karantonis are running in the special election on July 7. Alex Koma of the Washington Business Journal will serve as the moderator. The program will be held as a webinar via the Zoom platform. All registered attendees will receive the meeting link upon confirmation.
This is a free event but advanced registration is required. Registration will be open until 5:00 p.m. on June 8. Sign up here.
Prince William Chamber Celebrates Phase 1 Opening with Sanitation Drive
Chamber Partners With PWC Economic Development & Emergency Management Departments to Provide Masks and Sanitizer for Area Businesses
Manassas, VA – The Prince William Chamber of Commerce celebrated the kickoff of the Phase 1 Reopening in the Region by partnering with the Prince William County Economic Development and Emergency Management Departments to provide area businesses with masks and hand sanitizer as they begin to reopen.
Staff and volunteers from all three organizations as well as two members of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors manned three locations throughout the region, providing over 4,000 masks and close to 500 gallons of sanitizer to around 200 area businesses.
Ross Snare, the Director of Communications and Government Affairs with the Prince William Chamber of Commerce spearheaded the effort to man the stations and provide volunteers from Chamber Membership and Staff said, "This was great way to kick off the reopening of Prince William. We touched hundreds of businesses today, and everyone one of them was incredibly grateful for the work we did and continue to do on their behalf and most importantly, we all are happy that our Region has entered Phase 1".
Supervisor Andrea Bailey from the Potomac District, who assisted in the distribution efforts stated, "I am always excited to work as a team with the Chamber and Economic Development. Serving and encouraging our business owners as they have always served and encouraged us. This was a great first step in ensuring Phase 1 begins safely. We will build a stronger economy."
Supervisor Margaret Franklin of the Woodbridge District said of the event, "I'm grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development in supporting businesses throughout Woodbridge and Prince William. While this pandemic has shutdown many of our businesses, we're happy to provide protective gear to help them and their employees stay safe".
For more information, contact Ross W. Snare IV, Director of Communications and Government Affairs, Prince William Chamber of Commerce, 9720 Capital Ct., Suite 203; Manassas, VA 20110
703-618-1422
Naperville Area Chamber: Back-to-Business Tool Kit
We wanted to bring REOPENING RESOURCES to your fingertips. Communication templates, posters, guidelines, State and Federal links, resources for cleaning measures for all business, and much more…
Download full printable pdf of the Back-to-Business Tool Kit
Wauwatosa Chamber: Tosa Restarts Loan Program
McLean County Chamber: Virtual Lunch & Learn with Ameren
Thursday, June 11 at 12 pm | FREE Lunch from Jimmy John's
The Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program will present on ways to reduce your electric and natural gas use, as well as, available incentives to help offset the initial costs of an energy efficient equipment upgrade. You will also be updated on Ameren Illinois Covid-19 assistance for non-residential and residential customers. By attending, you may be eligible to receive a FREE smart thermostat for your business. Until then, to learn more about the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program or Covid-19 assistance, go to AmerenIllinoisSavings.com or AmerenIllinoisSavings.com/Covid19 .
Via zoom but you will pick up lunch from Jimmy John's prior to the lunch start.
Register Here
Owensboro Chamber to Host Webinar with Secretary of State Michael Adams to Discuss Primary Election Updates
Prince William Chamber Celebrates Phase 1 Opening with Sanitation Drive
Chamber Partners With PWC Economic Development & Emergency Management Departments to Provide Masks and Sanitizer for Area Businesses
Manassas, VA – The Prince William Chamber of Commerce celebrated the kickoff of the Phase 1 Reopening in the Region by partnering with the Prince William County Economic Development and Emergency Management Departments to provide area businesses with masks and hand sanitizer as they begin to reopen.
Staff and volunteers from all three organizations as well as two members of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors manned three locations throughout the region, providing over 4,000 masks and close to 500 gallons of sanitizer to around 200 area businesses.
Ross Snare, the Director of Communications and Government Affairs with the Prince William Chamber of Commerce spearheaded the effort to man the stations and provide volunteers from Chamber Membership and Staff said, "This was great way to kick off the reopening of Prince William. We touched hundreds of businesses today, and everyone one of them was incredibly grateful for the work we did and continue to do on their behalf and most importantly, we all are happy that our Region has entered Phase 1".
Supervisor Andrea Bailey from the Potomac District, who assisted in the distribution efforts stated, "I am always excited to work as a team with the Chamber and Economic Development. Serving and encouraging our business owners as they have always served and encouraged us. This was a great first step in ensuring Phase 1 begins safely. We will build a stronger economy."
Supervisor Margaret Franklin of the Woodbridge District said of the event, "I'm grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development in supporting businesses throughout Woodbridge and Prince William. While this pandemic has shutdown many of our businesses, we're happy to provide protective gear to help them and their employees stay safe".
For more information, contact Ross W. Snare IV, Director of Communications and Government Affairs, Prince William Chamber of Commerce, 9720 Capital Ct., Suite 203; Manassas, VA 20110
703-618-1422
Naperville Area Chamber: Back-to-Business Tool Kit
We wanted to bring REOPENING RESOURCES to your fingertips. Communication templates, posters, guidelines, State and Federal links, resources for cleaning measures for all business, and much more…
Download full printable pdf of the Back-to-Business Tool Kit
Wauwatosa Chamber: Tosa Restarts Loan Program
The Tosa Restarts Loan Program is now open. To help businesses retain employees and cover reopening expenses, the loan program provides working capital loans to businesses located in the City with an active storefront or office that also meet the following criteria:
· employ 50 or fewer employees
· have been in operation on or before March 12, 2020
· demonstrate profitability in 2019 (subject to staff review if newly opened in 2019)
· have no outstanding taxes, special assessments, fines, fees, code compliance violations, or involvement in a current lawsuit or criminal case
Businesses can receive a loan for up to $10,000 with:
· a five to seven loan year term
· an interest rate of 2% per year;
· payments (principal and interest) deferred for the first six months
· loan funds will be available for six months from the dates businesses are allowed to reopen in accordance with applicable law, unless program funds are fully disbursed sooner
Applicants must submit a loan application and supporting documentation including:
· an executed affirmation verifying eligibility and commitment to use loan funds for sustaining business operations
· a personal guaranty from each owner with a 20% or more equity stake
· a general business security agreement
· a 3 month budget starting from date of business reopening that identifies and provides documentation of loan expenses
· other typical loan closing documents
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All businesses receiving assistance will be requested to complete a follow-up survey at a later date after the forgivable loan is awarded. Recipients must are encouraged to maintain detailed records on reopening dates, documentation of loan expenses, and staff and payroll records.
Apply at www.wauwatosa.net/business
The Tosa Restarts Regulatory Relief Program expedites review and approval processes for a variety of activities that would normally require board approval. The goal is to generate vibrancy within Wauwatosa’s commercial districts and eliminate or reduce fees where allowed.
Following the submission of an application, city staff will provide information, application review, and appropriate approvals within 72 hours or less.
Activities businesses can undertake as part of this program include:
· Outdoor seating on sidewalk, public property, or private property in a new or expanded way
· Sidewalk sales for retail shops
· Food trucks on public land or areas not ordinarily used for parking a vehicle (note: food licensing and safety regulations continue to apply in full)
· Temporary signage
· Special events, parking lot uses, road closures, and block party fees waived, but charges for any extraordinary services
· Liquor licenses for curbside delivery areas, expanded sidewalk cafes, special events, and parking lot uses
Business owners can start a request by contacting staff through submission of an online form that can be found at: https://www.wauwatosa.net/Home/Components/News/News/2010/17
Jen Ferguson
Economic Development Manager
City of Wauwatosa
Development Department
7725 W North Avenue
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
McLean County Chamber: Virtual Lunch & Learn with Ameren
Thursday, June 11 at 12 pm | FREE Lunch from Jimmy John's
The Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program will present on ways to reduce your electric and natural gas use, as well as, available incentives to help offset the initial costs of an energy efficient equipment upgrade. You will also be updated on Ameren Illinois Covid-19 assistance for non-residential and residential customers. By attending, you may be eligible to receive a FREE smart thermostat for your business. Until then, to learn more about the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program or Covid-19 assistance, go to AmerenIllinoisSavings.com or AmerenIllinoisSavings.com/Covid19 .
Via zoom but you will pick up lunch from Jimmy John's prior to the lunch start.
Register Here
Owensboro Chamber to Host Webinar with Secretary of State Michael Adams to Discuss Primary Election Updates
Owensboro, Kentucky – The Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce will host a webinar this Thursday, June 4 at 2:00 p.m., with Kentucky Secretary of State Michael G. Adams to discuss the changes Kentuckians will see for the upcoming Primary Election.
“Our advocacy efforts include offering opportunities to remind our community the importance of voting,” said Candance Castlen Brake, Chamber President and CEO. “Secretary Adams will provide us with useful information on how to vote during this primary season. We deeply appreciate his willingness to offer his time to Greater Owensboro.”
Autumn Kirk selected as new Princeton chamber, tourism director
PRINCETON — The Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce Board has selected Autumn Kirk as the city’s new chamber and tourism executive director.
Kirk, 42, while a native to the central Illinois area, currently resides in Hilton Head Island, S.C., where she is a design center director for Ethan Allen.
She will be relocating to Princeton where she plans to begin her new role on Monday, Feb. 3. Kirk replaces Kim Frey, whose last day on the job is Friday, Feb. 14.
Kirk is no stranger to the area. She has family and strong ties to Bureau County and is looking to get back to her roots. For the last several years, she said she’s been actively searching for a career in the area that would support what she wants to do in a place that has a strong sense of community.
Over the years, Kirk said she has visited Princeton numerous times. She said her first impression of Princeton was that it was “a wonderful town” that has a strong sense of community she was seeking.
“They celebrate one another, they celebrate the children, they celebrate life and they celebrate being a part of something together. That sense of community is what sets Princeton apart from others,” she said.
Kirk earned a degree in political science from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. After college, she went to work as a project manager for a wind turbine company. After a few years, she moved to Austin, Texas, where she left the wind energy company and landed a job at a global publishing company working as a global demands planner for schools in the U.S. She worked with companies like Barnes and Noble and Borders in planning school demands.
Read More: BCRNEWS.com
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Autumn Kirk selected as new Princeton chamber, tourism director
PRINCETON — The Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce Board has selected Autumn Kirk as the city’s new chamber and tourism executive director.
Kirk, 42, while a native to the central Illinois area, currently resides in Hilton Head Island, S.C., where she is a design center director for Ethan Allen.
She will be relocating to Princeton where she plans to begin her new role on Monday, Feb. 3. Kirk replaces Kim Frey, whose last day on the job is Friday, Feb. 14.
Kirk is no stranger to the area. She has family and strong ties to Bureau County and is looking to get back to her roots. For the last several years, she said she’s been actively searching for a career in the area that would support what she wants to do in a place that has a strong sense of community.
Over the years, Kirk said she has visited Princeton numerous times. She said her first impression of Princeton was that it was “a wonderful town” that has a strong sense of community she was seeking.
“They celebrate one another, they celebrate the children, they celebrate life and they celebrate being a part of something together. That sense of community is what sets Princeton apart from others,” she said.
Kirk earned a degree in political science from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. After college, she went to work as a project manager for a wind turbine company. After a few years, she moved to Austin, Texas, where she left the wind energy company and landed a job at a global publishing company working as a global demands planner for schools in the U.S. She worked with companies like Barnes and Noble and Borders in planning school demands.
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Town Square Publications Chamber Membership Directories and Community Profiles: The best Chamber Partner in the USA!
Town Square Publications, a division of the Daily Herald Media Group, is a national chamber custom publishing group that specializes in developing partnerships by producing high-quality print and digitally integrated publications along with other added value programs dedicated to creating relevancy for local chambers of commerce and other membership focused organizations interested in raising non-dues revenues.
Town Square Publications parent company, Paddock Publications, has over 100 years’ experience of print product development and dedicated customer service in communities throughout the Midwest. Our experience allows Town Square Publications to offer you attractive royalty and non-dues revenue share streams, provide direct distribution of your custom designed printed publications, including digital and mobile integration, and all with the quickest turn-around times available in the industry. Town Square also offers multi-media maps in both print and online formats, both with our No-Cost guarantee. More information: Town Square Publications
Chambers of Commerce and member focused organizations serve as a valuable resource in the local marketplace. The networking opportunities and representation with a wide variety of diverse businesses in your community is the catalyst of a successful organization. For further information about Town Square's publishing partnership with chambers of commerce and our No-Cost guarantee and Earned Revenue Share Program, To request your chamber publication or map proposal, contact Town Square Chamber Proposal or email John Dussman with the subject line: Chamber Magazine RFP Requested. Thank you!
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