May 4, 2020
MONDAY MEMO
Our Mission: Promote economic growth of the business community.
Are You Open For Business?

The stay-at-home order has officially expired and the Lewisville Area Chamber would like to know which of our chamber members are opening during Phase 1 of Open Texas .

Let us know so we can highlight YOU on our social media channels. Email [email protected] and she will get you featured.

Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn .
Virtual Healthcare Alliance
This Wednesday, May 6
9 - 10 AM

Join us this Wednesday on Zoom for our monthly Healthcare Alliance meeting. In addition to our usual networking, we will be joined by our special guest speaker, Dr. Dennis Song, who will walk us through resuming normal life after COVID-19.

The Healthcare Alliance is a networking and information sharing group of the Lewisville Area Chamber whose purpose is to create more lasting partnerships, share best practices, and elevate the overall healthcare and vitality of our community.

No charge to attend by Zoom!
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One easy way to stay connected is by signing up for our text alerts. We promise not to overload you, but this is an easy way to make sure you stay up-to-date on everything that's going on at your Lewisville Area Chamber .

It's easy to sign up - just text the phrase "LewisvilleAlerts" to 76226 or follow the instructions in the video to get started.
Join us every Friday morning for our weekly VIRTUAL LEADS NETWORKING meetings so we can stay connected - and also because we miss your face!

We hope to see you Friday through Zoom. We'll even have door prizes for those who RSVP through the Chamber website!!
COMING SOON!

The 551 Event Center, powered by the Lewisville Area Chamber, will open as soon as allowed by the governor!! This is a destination for events large and small. Whether you're planning a corporate event, a wedding, a party, or any other type of event - for anywhere from 10 to 100 - the 551 Event Center is the place for you!

Stop by and see our space - you'll love it!

Also, if you are a member business in any of the following areas and would like to be on our preferred vendor list, please contact us and let us know:
Florists
Caterers
DJ's
Musicians
Restaurants
Bakeries
Salons
Rental companies
Photo booth
Photographers
Wine shops
Officiants
Makeup/lashes
Valet services
Wedding planners
Bartenders
Promotional products
With most everyone working from home, this is a great time to catch up on a few episodes of  Mind Your Business , the Lewisville Area Chamber's radio show and podcast!

Check out the podcasts anytime or tune in Saturday evenings at 8 PM to join us for a business round-table covering subjects affecting both small and large business owners and representatives.
“Mind Your Business” Radio Show & Podcast ALWAYS ON!
660AM The Answer
Saturday evenings, 8:00PM
Listen to our episodes currently available:
  • The Power of Networking
  • Building FierceStrategic Partnerships
  • Bridging the Generation Gap
  • What Your Body Language is Really Saying
  • Marketing to Your Target Audience
  • How to Value Your Employees
  • From Corporate World to Business Owner
  • Effectively Working Remotely
  • Pivoting Your Business Model
  • Leading Through Crisis
Sponsorship opportunities for weekly or monthly programming are available at reasonable rates. Contact Lisa Vanatta or Lori Fickling for more information.
The 2020 Census is underway and households across America are responding every day.

In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the U.S. Census Bureau has adjusted 2020 Census operations in order to:

• Protect the health and safety of Census Bureau employees and the American public.
• Implement guidance from federal, state, and local health authorities.
• Ensure a complete and accurate count of all communities.

This table summarizes the adjustments to operations. Should any additional adjustment become necessary, the Census Bureau will promptly publish the change in an updated document.

Are you curious about how many people in your community are responding to the 2020 Census? Stay up to date with a map of self-response rates from across the United States. Find out here.
We are constantly updating our website with the latest COVID-19 news , including updated information on the Coronavirus Emergency Loans, as well as helpful articles. If you need assistance sorting through these resources, please contact us at 972-436-9571 or at [email protected] .
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Celebrate Bike Month on the A-Train Bike Trail

The A-train Rail Trail runs alongside DCTA’s commuter rail line and was designed to complement its surroundings and adjacent facilities. The 19-mile trail is part of the agency's efforts to provide safe, customer-focused, efficient mobility solutions to Denton County, connecting transit facilities with key destinations within DCTA's member cities – Denton, Lewisville, Highland Village - and surrounding areas.
CoServ sets up relief fund to help Members and Customers

Our hearts go out to all North Texans who are suffering from COVID-19 and the financial hardships resulting from the shutdown of so many businesses.

Many of our neighbors have lost their jobs and can’t cover everyday expenses. To help these residential Members and Customers during this challenging time, CoServ has established the CCF COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund. (Note: This only applies to residential accounts; if you are a small business and need assistance, please visit  this special page  established by the U.S. Small Business Administration.) 

Working through the  CoServ Charitable Foundation  (CCF), CoServ has designated $200,000 to  seven social service agencies  to help provide financial assistance during this challenging time. Members and Customers financially affected by the pandemic are encouraged to contact one of the agencies listed below. The CoServ Charitable Foundation is an IRS-recognized 501(c)3 charity. All donations are tax-deductible, as allowed by law. 

In addition, please know that CoServ:
  • Has extended the suspension of residential disconnections for nonpayment through Thursday, April 30, 2020
  • Offers payment due-date extensions that will give customers the time they need to initiate the application process and receive assistance
  • Has created a secure online form that allows one-time tax-deductible donations to the relief fund by Members and Customers who would like to contribute. Log in to your SmartHub account for details.

To request COVID-19 financial assistance, please contact one of these agencies:

If you have questions about your account or need additional assistance, please  contact us .

Click here  for more COVID-19 resources and links. 
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