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Chamber
Executive Indiana Intelligence Report
March 18,
2020
Corona Virus (COVID-19) information from chambers across Indiana:
Gov. Holcomb Announces More Steps to Slow the Spread of COVID-19
In a continuing effort to slow the spread of novel coronavirus
(COVID-19), Governor Eric J. Holcomb has announced additional efforts.
The governor and other state officials will conduct a COVID-19
briefing today at 2:30 p.m. in the south atrium of the Indiana Statehouse with
the latest updates on testing and cases.
View the additional directives here.
Indiana
Chamber Coronavirus Update
March 16th, 2020
The Indiana Chamber’s top priority is the safety of its employees,
members, investors and other partners/guests. While there is a large volume of
information being circulated about the coronavirus pandemic from a wide variety
of sources, we encourage you to utilize the information below in helping make
the decisions that are best for your organization.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers
Indiana State Department of Health: State-Specific Updates
Indiana Department of Workforce Development: Unemployment Insurance and other Workforce Topics
Ice Miller: Indiana Chamber legal counsel has Resource Center on Coronavirus in the Workplace
U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Coronavirus Response Toolkit
Department of Homeland Security (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency): Security in Remote Working Situations
Johns Hopkins: Coronavirus at a Glance
Small Business Administration survey: Information to be used to assist in requesting an economic injury disaster declaration and identifying greatest areas of need
Additionally, the Indiana State Department of Health hotline is (317) 233-7125 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and (317) 233-1325 outside those hours.
Effective Monday, March 16:
The Indiana Chamber office will be closed to visitors. The majority of staff will be working remotely, with a limited number of team members also in the office. Both groups will be available to help meet your needs
Employee training conferences and seminars will be either rescheduled or conducted on a virtual basis. Registered attendees will be informed of changes impacting their events, and the Chamber web site will be updated with the latest information
The April 30 Best Places to Work in Indiana awards dinner and program has been rescheduled for June 4 at the Indiana Convention Center
Policy and committee meetings, as needed, will take place virtually for the time being
We will, of course, be monitoring ongoing developments, re-evaluating and keeping you informed of changes. We encourage you to take the best steps necessary for your individual organization. We are confident that the many positive attributes of Hoosiers will help us all persevere through these challenges and thrive once again for many years to come.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers
Indiana State Department of Health: State-Specific Updates
Indiana Department of Workforce Development: Unemployment Insurance and other Workforce Topics
Ice Miller: Indiana Chamber legal counsel has Resource Center on Coronavirus in the Workplace
U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Coronavirus Response Toolkit
Department of Homeland Security (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency): Security in Remote Working Situations
Johns Hopkins: Coronavirus at a Glance
Small Business Administration survey: Information to be used to assist in requesting an economic injury disaster declaration and identifying greatest areas of need
Additionally, the Indiana State Department of Health hotline is (317) 233-7125 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and (317) 233-1325 outside those hours.
Effective Monday, March 16:
The Indiana Chamber office will be closed to visitors. The majority of staff will be working remotely, with a limited number of team members also in the office. Both groups will be available to help meet your needs
Employee training conferences and seminars will be either rescheduled or conducted on a virtual basis. Registered attendees will be informed of changes impacting their events, and the Chamber web site will be updated with the latest information
The April 30 Best Places to Work in Indiana awards dinner and program has been rescheduled for June 4 at the Indiana Convention Center
Policy and committee meetings, as needed, will take place virtually for the time being
We will, of course, be monitoring ongoing developments, re-evaluating and keeping you informed of changes. We encourage you to take the best steps necessary for your individual organization. We are confident that the many positive attributes of Hoosiers will help us all persevere through these challenges and thrive once again for many years to come.
From Indiana Chamber Executives Association's (ICEA) Shelli Williams
For ICEA, we have expanded the
resource library to include a
portal of info for local chambers to access. Of course we have
postponed our Hoosier Chamber Academy first two classes, hoping we can be on
track come May/June time frame.
Indy Chamber Rapid Response Hub:
What are some of the best sources of up-to-date health information?
Virus overview from Marion County Public Health - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vaE_z6VmWWICp_eaO_PVh9jblpIomy_u/view
Subscribe to Indiana State Department of Health updates
for the latest information on how to respond to COVID-19 developments.
Subscribe to CDC updates on COVID-19
for latest guidance from the federal government.
Can you share the contact info for health departments?
Indiana State Department of Health
2 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Indiana COVID-19 Call Center: 877.826.0011
General Information: https://www.in.gov/isdh/
Coronavirus: https://www.in.gov/coronavirus/
Marion County Public Health Department
3838 N. Rural Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205
P: 317.221.2000
General Information: http://marionhealth.org/
Public Health Emergency Preparedness: http://marionprepares.org/
Hamilton County Health Department
18030 Foundation Drive, Suite A, Noblesville, IN 46060
P: 317.776.8500
General Information: https://www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/254/Health-Department
COVID-19 Information: https://www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/1595/COVID-19-Coronavirus-Information
Hancock County Health Department
Hancock County Annex, 111 American Legion Place, Suite 150,
Greenfield, Indiana 46140
P: 317.477.1125
General Information: https://hancockcoingov.org/hancock-county-government-departments/hancock-county-health-department
Johnson County Health Department
460 N Morton St., Suite A, Franklin, IN 46131
P: 317.346.4365
General Information: https://co.johnson.in.us/health/
Shelby County Health Department
1600 E State Road 44, Suite B, Shelbyville, IN 46176
P: 317.392.6470
General Information: http://health.shelbycounty73.us/
Morgan County Health Department
180 S. Main St., Ste. 252, Martinsville, IN 46151
765.342.6621
General Information: https://www.morgancountyhealth.com/
Emergency Preparedness: https://www.morgancountyhealth.com/emergency-preparedness
Hendricks County Health Department
355 S Washington St, #G40, Danville, IN 46122
317.745.9214
General Information: https://www.co.hendricks.in.us/department/index.php?structureid=16
Boone County Health Department
Boone County Office Building, 116 W Washington St, Suite B202
Lebanon, IN 46052
765.482.3942
General Information: https://boonecounty.in.gov/Offices/health-department
Madison County Health Department
206 E 9th St #200, Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-9524
Coronavirus Update: https://5ad2f38c-85c6-4702-b0a8-4b8a6b4c1687.filesusr.com/ugd/3f7b74_fceb20b95a744984b338b03122cde275.pdf
General Information: https://www.madcohealth.org/
Aspire Economic Development: COVID-19: Aspire Operations, Programs, Information
By Aspire Economic Development + Chamber Alliance | | 3.17.20
Like you, we have been closely monitoring the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation and the latest guidance on how to best respond. As you have seen, the situation is evolving quickly as our federal, state and local health leaders act swiftly to mitigate its impact.
We want you to know the health and safety of our staff and member investors are extremely important to us. Below are some important resources and operations updates.
Aspire Offices
During these unsettling times, we remain committed to leading our area’s business community. Our Greenwood office continues to be open for business. We want to assure you all member investor services will continue at the same high level of support.
Within the office, we have increased the intensity and frequency of our cleaning routines, with a special focus on public surfaces. The safety and well-being of our staff, member investors and visitors is our top priority. As a result, we are also discontinuing shaking hands and other direct contacts with one another. We do also ask individuals who are feeling sick – no matter how minor the symptom – to stay home or meet with us virtually.
Originally planned for this week, the opening of our Franklin office and Festival County Indiana Visitor Center will be postponed until April (date TBA).
Aspire Programs
Out of an abundance of caution and to help slow the spread of the coronavirus, all Aspire programs and group meetings through April 30 will be conducted virtually or postponed.
Registered attendees will be informed of their event changes, and the online events calendar will be updated with the latest information. Registration remains OPEN for all virtual events, and we invite you to join us!
Helpful Information for Our Members
Below are resources to helpful information and guidance for our member investors regarding COVID-19.
Health Guidance for Businesses
Preparing for Business Disruption
Buy Local
Legal Resources for Business
Financial Support for Business
The heart of our mission is to drive business success and economic development. Your business success is very important to us. Please let us know what information you need to stay informed and respond to COVID-19. We will continue to monitor this closely and you will be the first to be informed of further important Aspire updates.
Ever onward,
Christian Maslowski
President & CEO
Indiana #BestChamber Practices; Duneland Chamber: Gather
Information, Discuss, Act and Communicate
The Duneland Chamber has been closely following updates from
Governor Eric Holcomb and the Indiana State Department of Health regarding the
spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Indiana, as we are gearing up to have
not one … but two large events for the community this week.
Governor Holcomb announced additional steps the state will take to
reduce the spread of COVID-19 in Indiana that affect public gatherings.
“This is a time when we must do all we can to reduce the spread of
COVID-19, protect our most vulnerable populations and reduce their potential to
acquire or spread this virus,” said Gov. Holcomb. “While some actions are
drastic, now, not later, is the time to act.”
Here are the actions Gov. Holcomb is initiating today that affects
our decision to postpone Corkscrew & Brew as well as the Reality Check:
· Non-essential gatherings must be limited to no more than 250
people. This includes any event or gathering of people who are in one room or a
single space at the same time. This guidance applies to professional, social,
community and similar other gatherings. Detailed guidance will be posted on the
Indiana State Department of Health website by the end of the day.
· Individuals over 60 years of age or those with a known
underlying health issue such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes or chronic
respiratory disease should limit their public exposure.
· Encourage businesses to utilize telework policies, if available
More information may be found at the ISDH website at https://on.in.gov/COVID19 and
the CDC website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.
Corkscrew & Brew is rescheduled for Saturday, June 20 from
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Click here for tickets!
Sincerely,
Maura Durham, Duneland Chamber President
Plymouth Chamber of Commerce Informational Links
COVID-19 Informational Links
Center for Disease Control > Link
Interim Business & Employer Guidance CDC > Link
Mass Gatherings CDC > Link
State of Indiana > Link
Marshall County > Link
Valpo Chamber Update:
Due to the current situation concerning COVID-19, the Valpo
Chamber offices will be closed to the public. We will be re-evaluating the
situation on a weekly basis. Our staff will be in the office working, so if you
need assistance please don’t hesitate to call us at 219-462-1105.
We wanted to send a quick note provided by the Indiana Economic
Development Corporation (IEDC) related to COVID-19 to Indiana small businesses
that have or anticipate being impacted by the pandemic and the related
closures. The Administration has allocated $50 billion to the Small Business
Administration (SBA) for Economic Injury Disaster Loans. For Hoosiers to gain
access to this funding, we need to collect small business economic impact data
from every county in Indiana so that Governor Holcomb can declare an economic
injury disaster.
The IEDC is working diligently to gain access to this funding and
would greatly appreciate your help. If you know of an entrepreneur or small
business that has been or anticipated being impacted by the coronavirus, please
ask them to complete this form HERE. Information obtained from
this form will only be used to assist in requesting an economic injury disaster
declaration from SBA and identifying greatest areas of need. Once a disaster
declaration is made for designated areas within Indiana, information on the
application process for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance will be
updated at www.SBA.gov/disaster.
From the South Bend Regional Chamber:
We are keeping this landing page
updated with information and resources to help you and your business during
these unprecedented times surrounding the COVID-19/novel coronavirus. The short
link to this page is sbrchamber.com/coronavirus. We will continue to monitor
the situation and work with our partners at the county, state and federal levels
to help you navigate through various concerns.
Business Resource Kit
Economic Injury Disaster Loans
President Trump has allocated $50
billion to the Small Business Administration (SBA) for Economic Injury Disaster
Loans. If your business has, will, or you anticipate being impacted by
COVID-19, please complete this form.
The data collected will help the governor in declaring an economic injury
disaster in the state of Indiana.
Share the Good
While our business community is
facing unprecedented challenges, we are also hearing of good things our
businesses are doing by partnering and working together for the greater good.
Help us tell those stories, and we'll use our communication channels to share
this information. Share the Good here.
Preparing and Responding to COVID-19
South Bend Clinic Hotline
574.307.6870
Beacon Answerline 855.523.2225
Call 211 for those people without
access to a health care provider
Need Help With...
Childcare Resources
Disinfecting/Sanitizing
Mental Health and Well-Being
Tourism\Events\Restaurants
As of March 16, Indiana Governor
Eric Holcomb ordered no in-person events of more than 50 people, while also
ordering bars, nightclubs and restaurants closed through the end of March.
Restaruants can still provide takeout and delivery services. As of March 16,
the CDC recommended gatherings of no more than 10 people.
Hygiene and Social Recommendations
- Practice social distancing, six feet apart. Note: the
CDC is recommending gatherings of no more than 10 people.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20
seconds. If soap and water is unavailable, use hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed
hands.
- Cover your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing,
preferably with your elbow.
- Avoid handshakes.
- Avoid contact with people who are sick.
- If you don't feel well, stay home.
From the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber
As a resource for our local businesses, the Chamber wants to aid
where we can. Below are some links to business resources that may help those
feeling the effects of the COVID-19 situation. We hope you utilize these
resources and spread the word to other fellow business owners in the area who
may need assistance as well.
URGENT: If you know of an entrepreneur or business that
has been or anticipates being impacted by the coronavirus, please ask them to
complete this form
- President Trump has allocated $50 billion to the Small
Business Administration (SBA) for Economic Injury Disaster Loans. For
Hoosiers to gain access to this funding, we need to
collect small business economic impact data from every county in
Indiana so that Governor Holcomb can declare an economic injury
disaster. Information obtained from this form will only be used to assist
in requesting an economic injury disaster declaration from the SBA and
identifying greatest areas of need.
- If
you are looking for information and guidance, we suggest you visit the
following links:
- Indiana Department of Labor COVID-19
Guidelines and FAQs
- State of Indiana COVID-19 Response
- Small Business Administration
Guidance for employers
- Webinar: COVID-19 Guidance for
Individuals & Employers, presented by the Indianapolis Bar
Association
- SBA Economic Disaster Loans
- COVID-19 Symptoms and Testing
Information
- Department of Labor (DOL)
Compensation Program
If you have any further questions or concerns, be sure to contact
your Chamber staff.
Thank you,
Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Staff
From The Jasper Chamber of Commerce
EFFECTIVE: 3/17/20
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FROM THEODORE WAFLART, MD, DUBOIS COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER
At this time, no Dubois County residents have been tested. The test is a nasal swab. Test kits are available in the county however there is a screening process for the critically ill.
The Indiana State Department testing guidelines are as follows
1.) Severe illness with fever and lower respiratory symptoms, constituting:
a. Admission to the hospital and needing addition critical care support (high flow oxygen, bipap, intubation or admission to the intensive care unit)
b. Negative for other respiratory illnesses, i.e. – influenza
2.) Healthcare workers (inpatient, outpatient, nursing homes, etc.)
a. Symptomatic with fever and lower respiratory symptoms and in their role has potential or unknown exposure to at risk patients
3.) Long-term care facility residents or prison/jail residents and staff with fever and respiratory illness and otherwise no known COVID-19 contact.
a. Negative for other respiratory illnesses i.e. – influenza
The Dubois County Health Department is prepared for any monitoring that may be necessary, however, to date, no one has been identified that has required monitoring.
Keep in mind that things change quickly at this current time.
The Indiana Emergency Operations Center has set up a Private Sector hotline and email.
Please direct inquiries you may receive from businesses and others in the private sector offering to help in any way to the following:
The email address for the Private Sector coordination desk is: PrivateSector@dhs.in.gov
The telephone number is 317-238-1715
This is currently being staffed 7a to 7p, 7 days per week.
Hoosiers helping Hoosiers. That's how we do it!
Be
safe and practice good health!
Best,
John Dussman
John Dussman | Chamber Partner
PLEASE NOTE NEW ADDRESS – 95 W. Algonquin Rd. Suite 300; Arlington
Heights, IL 60005
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