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Chamber encouraged bill providing protection from COVID-19 lawsuits
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Legislation was passed in the final days of the session that will protect businesses against Covid-19 related claims. Your Chamber was a strong voice in passing Senate Bill 359. The following position statement was communicated to all members of the delegation:
The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce encourages the Georgia General Assembly to pass a measure that offers appropriate protections for the business community from Covid-19 lawsuits. In these unprecedented times of economic uncertainty and scientific uncertainty about the spread of Covid-19, businesses cannot endure the struggle of recovering economically while at the same time diverting its attention and finances towards fighting lawsuits based on liability that cannot be reasonably proven and despite reasonable and responsible actions on the part of businesses to protect their workers and the public.
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Gov. Kemp Extends COVID-19 Executive Orders
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On Monday, June 29, 22 Governor Brian P. Kemp signed two executive orders extending the Public Health State of Emergency and existing COVID-19 safety measures...
Executive Order 06.29.20.01 extends the Public Health State of Emergency through 11:59 PM on August 11, 2020. The Public Health State of Emergency allows for enhanced coordination across government and the private sector for supply procurement, comprehensive testing, and healthcare capacity.
Executive Order 06.29.20.02 continues to require social distancing, bans gatherings of more than fifty people unless there is six feet between each person, outlines mandatory criteria for businesses, and requires sheltering in place for those living in long-term care facilities and the medically fragile. The order also outlines that the State Board of Education must provide "rules, regulations, and guidance for the operation of public elementary and secondary schools for local boards of education" in accordance with guidance from Dr. Kathleen Toomey, the Department of Public Health, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. The order runs through 11:59 PM on July 15, 2020.
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July 2, Covid-19 Small Business Information Session #2
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Hosted by Grow Augusta, this LIVE event will provide tips for submitting an eligible application for the City of Augusta's COVID-19 Small Business
Relief Program.
LIVE on Facebook & Instagram Thursday, July 2 at 3:30 pm. Round 2 applications will be accepted July 6-10 and can be submitted online, in person or by mail (must be received by deadline). Questions can be submitted via email to
devans2@augustaga.gov
or by calling 706.821.1797 and speaking with Destinye Johnson.
Session capacity is limited. Reserve a spot and confirm details to attend.
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Candidate Forums II - Commission Districts 1, 3 and 9 Runoff
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The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with WFXG-TV FOX 54 and the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to host a second round of Candidate Forums for the Augusta-Richmond County Commission District 1, District 3 and District 9 Election Runoff.
- July 14, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. for Commission District 1
- July 14, 2020 at 7:35 p.m. for Commission District 3
- July 14, 2020 at 8:10 p.m. for Commission District 9
Led by moderator Jay Jefferies, Meteorologist for the WFXG-TV Fox 54 Weather Team, the candidate forums, sponsored by Sherman & Hemstreet Real Estate Company, will be available for viewing via livestream on wfxg.com and via the Augusta Metro Chamber and WFXG-TV FOX 54 social channels.
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Celebrating our Members
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Ribbon Cutting Celebrations
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Chamber Chat with Augusta, Georgia Land Bank Authority
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The Augusta, Georgia Land Bank Authority is living up to its mission by expanding their network of developers to really help our city be revitalized. The Chamber helps with this mission as we continue to encourage and enable growth in our business community.
Listen in to learn more!
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Chamber Events & Programs
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Third Thursday Business Builder Zoom Webinar, Save the Date
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7.16.2020
- High Touch in a No Touch Environment: Delivering Your Best to Customers!
Although you may have adjusted your operations, this informative webinar presented by a panelist of experts will address key elements to delivering your best, provide ways to communicate with customers through branded materials and advise you on how to train staff to continue representing your 'brand' and service despite the differing methods needed to serve customers.
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Celebrating Top 10 in 10, Member Economic Series
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7.28.2020
- In recognizing the
2020 Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch
, the Chamber not only honors the achievements in their respective industries, but also the sense of community and passion to move things forward demonstrated by each of these future leaders.
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Speaking further on this focus,
guest speaker Justice Carla Wong McMillan
, who was born and raised in Augusta where her family immigrated over 100 years ago. Learn how and why she became a judge and about the people who helped her and her family along the way.
Join us
Tuesday, July 28 from 4-5:00 pm at the Miller Theater
. Event tickets are $25; Reception to follow catered by Fat Man's Cafe. Capacity is limited due to social distancing guidelines.
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20th Annual Golf Classic at Topgolf Augusta
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9.28.2020
- The 20th Annual Augusta Metro Chamber Golf Classic,
presented by Cadence Bank
, marks a milestone for this traditional golf outing, and the Chamber is pleased to host this year’s event at
Topgolf Augusta on September 28, 2020
. Held at the new, entertaining golf and party venue in Augusta, teams will compete in tournament games from 12:00-2:00 pm followed by Happy Hour with appetizers and drinks in the VIP Pavilion.
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Updates, Initiatives & More
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Chamber hires new Leadership Augusta Coordinator
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The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Natalie Butler has been hired as the new part-time Leadership Augusta Coordinator. Her responsibilities will include assisting and supporting Leadership Augusta volunteers with the execution of the Leadership Augusta program, its events, alumni activities and program marketing.
Read more...
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Welcome Joana Arreola, Students2Work Summer Intern
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Joana Castro Arreola, a Glenn Hills High school Honor graduate, participates in our Students2Work summer program as an intern for the Chamber. Joana is one of the top three students in her 2020 graduating class. During her high school years, she took part in tennis, yearbook committee, math club, ring committee, and homecoming court. She was also vice president of the Beta club and National Honor Society Club at Glenn Hills High. After high school, Joana plans to attend college to study nursing.
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