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Annual Meeting & Celebration
Thursday, May 20th | 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Hybrid event | Hosted at Coltivare and your home!
This year's Annual Meeting will be an entertaining evening where we celebrate our accomplishments from 2020 and early 2021, recognize our annual award winners, and envision our shared economic recovery, together. We are pleased to host a hybrid event, with award winners and guests, Board and staff, and a limited number of sponsors invited to join us in-person.
Due to continued caution regarding Covid-19 and in an effort to respect social distancing, the Chamber is inviting the general membership and community join us for the virtual Tompkins Chamber Annual Meeting and Celebration! Reserve your ticket now - we are confident this will be a fun, engaging and celebratory virtual event that we can all enjoy!
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Congratulations to Our Award Winners! |
Stephanie Holzbaur
Serendipity & The Backlot
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Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC)
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
Executive Director
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Frank Kruppa
Tompkins County
Public Health Director &
Mental Health Commissioner
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Sincere thanks to Our Award Winner, Production, and Media Sponsors: |
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Thanks also to our Hybrid Table Sponsors:
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Networking @ Noon: Health & Wellness
Thursday, May 27 | Noon - 1:30 p.m.
The May 2021 Networking at Noon will be focused on Health and Wellness Industry Insights, discussing physical, mental and emotional health issues that could be affecting you and your team during this critical time. In this session you will learn about:
- Rising anxiety — How the COVID-19 crisis is impacting mental and emotional health
- Impacts of change on your workforce — How businesses are adapting to a new world
- Supporting your employees — What you can do to help
- Resources — Information and support for you and your employees
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IMPORTANT NEWS and UPDATES for YOUR BUSINESS:
New This Week
Beginning May 19th
Scroll down for additional news, COVID-19 updates, and funding resources.
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Cornell University Four Named the May Community Hero of the Month |
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Tompkins Trust Company, in partnership with the Tompkins Chamber, has named four individuals from Cornell University as the May 2021 recipients of the Community Hero of the Month Awards, which recognize individuals from Tompkins County who have significantly impacted our community.
Gary Koretzky, Vice Provost for Academic Integration, Sharon McMullen, Assistant Vice President of Student & Campus Life for Health and Well-being, Peter Frazier, Associate Professor in the School of Operations Research and Information Engineering, and Patricia Wynn, Assistant Vice President for Student and Campus Life, are recognized for their significant work throughout the last fourteen months to help Cornell University, as well as the Ithaca and Tompkins County communities, respond to the COVID19 pandemic. Their expertise and hard work helped to protect students, staff, faculty, and the community from the possible health and economic consequences brought on by the public health crisis.
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NYS Launches Round XI CFA Application
Round XI Will Award More Than $750 Million Across All 10 REDC Regions to Build Back Better in a Post-COVID Economic Recovery
Last week Governor Andrew M. Cuomo launched Round XI of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative, officially kicking off a new decade of economic development in a post-pandemic recovery. The 2021 funding round includes more than $750 million in state economic development resources. The Consolidated Funding Application will open on May 10, enabling businesses, municipalities, not-for-profits and the public to begin applying for assistance from dozens of state programs for job-creation and community development projects.
Round XI includes core capital and tax-credit funding that will be combined with a wide range of existing agency programs totaling approximately $750 million. The core funding includes $225 million in grants and tax credits to fund high value regional priority projects. The Budget also makes over $525 million in resources from state agencies available to support community revitalization and business growth consistent with the existing REDC plans through the CFA process.
In order to be responsive to the immediate needs of the development community and as the state is making crucial investments to generate economic activity, the $150 million in grant funds from Empire State Development will be made available to projects on a continuous and competitive basis this round. The Regional Councils will identify and recommend priority projects that will be eligible for up to $150 million in capital funds on a rolling basis, meaning projects will be reviewed throughout the round. An emphasis will be placed on project readiness and alignment with each region's strategic plan.
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Women in Business Roundtable
Thursday, May 27th | 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Serendipity Backlot | 950 Danby Rd, Ithaca
Meet up with other women from local businesses and nonprofit organizations for some in-person networking in a fun, supportive, and casual environment.
All COVID protocols will be followed.
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Pandemic Heroes Needed!
The Red Cross is experiencing the lowest donor turnout since the COVID-19 pandemic began. If you are healthy and feeling well, we urge you to make a commitment to save up to 3 lives with a blood donation. There is no wait time after the COVID-19 vaccine if you are feeling well. Make an appointment today!
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Vaccine Pop-Up Clinics Can be Requested by
Employers and Community Based Organizations
As eligibility and supply of the COVID-19 vaccine expands, the Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) is continuing to plan an equitable rollout to residents.
The Tompkins County Health Department plans to continue offering small pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics around Tompkins County, and is gauging interest from local organizations who may want to offer an on-site clinic for stakeholders who are over the age of 18.
These clinics will offer convenient, on-site appointments for individuals who work with you or are a part of your organization or group. The Health Department would also have information available for you beforehand and during the event on the safety and efficacy of vaccines. The TCHD requests that you fill out this form linked below if you anticipate ten or more individuals who would plan to receive a vaccination at your site; this does not guarantee a pop up site.
If you would like to support your workforce or community getting vaccinated through other clinics and local opportunities please visit our resources page and encourage use of the local vaccine registry.
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Visit Ithaca is proud to once again be a Cider Week sponsor!
Cider Week, produced by the NY Cider Association, has been restructured in 2021 as a statewide celebration in the spring May 15-31 and in the fall Oct. 2-17.
Even if you do not participate in one of the official events, consider purchasing locally made cider this month from our area cideries and merchants. Ask for pairing recommendations with your favorite spring dishes!
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The Chamber has On-the-Job Training Grant opportunities through a United States Department of Labor funding award to the Healthy Workforce Consortium. This funding is intended to support people in recovery receiving educational and training supports, new or expanded job opportunities, and maintaining a recovery friendly employer base in Tompkins County. Funds can support new hires and promotion of existing employees.
Learn more about becoming a recovery friendly employer and receiving grant funding for your training needs!
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Member Updates & Events, Development News
We provide a weekly roundup of member news.
To have something included, email Nana.
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Tompkins Trust Company to Host Virtual Small Business Workshop
Thursday, May 20th | 6 - 7 p.m.
Tompkins Trust Company has announced it will be hosting a virtual Small Business Workshop for those looking to start a new business or are existing small business owners seeking to grow their business.
Minority and women-owned business owners are encouraged to attend the workshop which will include a discussion on best practices, resources needed, and other information that may be required, so that you are ready and prepared when applying for financing. The workshop will also feature the criteria banks look at to mitigate their risk when giving a loan and will provide resources to help individuals and businesses get started. Please note, loans are subject to credit approval.
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Funding & Business Resources |
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COVID-19 & Vaccine
Updates
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Restaurant Revitalization Program Launched; Applicants Should Submit ASAP
For the first 21 days, the SBA will prioritize reviewing applications from small businesses owned by women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.
EIDL
PPP Program Announces that Funds Are Expended
NYS Resources
NYS Guidance For:
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Member Job Posting Corner
The following members have shared job postings with us, and appreciate you sharing with appropriate referrals/candidates!
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May & June Meeting Schedule
Annual Meeting
May 20 | 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Special Board Meeting
May 26th | 8 - 9:30 a.m.
Government & Community Affairs
June 7th | Noon - 1:30 p.m.
All meetings require advance registration & will be virtual until further notice. Register with Carly Hansen at chansen@tompkinschamber.org.
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Our team is here to help.
Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is staffed most weekdays from 9-5 for pick up or delivery, and our entire team is available by appointment. Please call 607-273-7080 during normal business hours.
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