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Featured Articles & News

Sarah Barden Named One of ACCE's 40 Under 40

Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives annually recognizes and supports the most talented professionals in the chamber industry. Sarah, our Director of Community Initiatives has helped to plan and implemented key initiatives for our organization and community. Congratulations Sarah!

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Several Important Updates from Albany/Washington

from The Business Council's Labor & Human Resources Committee

Clean Slate Act: This past November, New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the Clean Slate Act, the new law becomes effective on November 16, 2024. The law provides certain individuals with an automatically sealed criminal record for who have completed their sentences.

OSHA Rule Could Impact Your Company: More employers will be required to submit workplace injury and illness information under a final rule released by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The new rule will take effect on January 1, 2024.



2024 Minimum Wage Updates: Earlier this year, the New York State Legislature passed, and Governor Hochul signed, a minimum wage increase beginning in 2024. Last week, the Department of Labor published proposed changes that are required to accompany such an increase.

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Ithaca Aikikai Celebrates One Year Anniversary

On December 15th, Ithaca Aikikai will be hosting an open house and invites all those interested in participating in a beginner-friendly intro class, followed by drinks and snacks to celebrate their first anniversary.

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Apply by Friday!

Downtown Ithaca Local Development Corp. Seeks Board Members

The Downtown Ithaca Local Development Corporation (LDC) seeks candidates to serve as At-Large Members of its Board of Directors for one-year terms starting in January 2024. Applications are due Friday, Dec 15th. Applicants will be contacted via email by the Nominating Committee with next steps. Please contact info@downtownithacaldc.org with questions.

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Our team is here to help.

Just call the Chamber at 607-273-7080, or email us at info@tompkinschamber.org. For specific need areas:



Juwan Anderson, Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Zachary Ballance, Member Engagement Coordinator

Sarah Barden, Director of Community Initiatives

Shelby Green, Office Assistant

Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR

Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper

Mary Holland-Bavis, Event & Program Manager

Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO