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Chamber Updates April 8, 2020

The Colerain Chamber of Commerce monthly newsletter has turned into a weekly update on the township, COVID-19, schools and most importantly a place to get current information about business resources in the area. We are working on posting all of the past updates to our news web page, and I hope that you’ve found the information of value.

We are trying to push out as many updates as possible about Chamber member activities. Please drop a note about your business or any feedback to [email protected] and let me know what is going on in your world.

We continue to promote our Life in Colerain during the COVID-19 Pandemic series with a ZOOM conference call each Friday at 11 am. This week (Friday April 10) we will have State Senator Bill Blessing and State Representative Cindy Abrams on the call to provide updates from the legislature in Columbus. You can register for the event or find the conference call information here.

NEXT Tuesday April 14 at Noon, the Women’s Networking Luncheon will be held in a ZOOM conference environment. There will be a brief presentation/update from the Township on our community preparedness, and this will be another chance to interact with me as the new chamber of commerce president. Register here, and have your lunch by your side. If you have video capabilities, we’ll look forward to seeing your faces and your lunch choice too.

The information contained below will provide you with several valuable links intended to help you and your business survive and thrive this Spring. Much like the garden where you have to plant the seed and fertilize the soil in order to reap the crop, information and energy seem to be a key element in this financial and healthcare crisis. Use this information to build yourself up with knowledge and grow strong in the community. If there are potential chamber members that you know could benefit, please share it with them as well.

Be safe.

Dave Moravec

President, Colerain Chamber of Commerce

Resources Available

We've included three documents below from the US Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship specific to the CARES Act and stimulus update. If you are in need of a resource for a specific question, please let us know. Call Chamber President Dave at 309-838-1947 or email.

CARES FAQ

CARES Explained

Paycheck Protection

The Ohio Chamber of Commerce has provided business owners with necessary information about what is going on at the state and federal levels in regards to the SBA and CARES Act with this link .

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available thanks to a concerted effort by the state of Ohio and the U.S. Small Business Administration. Ohio small businesses are now eligible for SBA's Economic Injury Disaster Loans. Please see below for more information:

Ohio’s Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) announced the deferment of insurance premium installment payments for March, April and May until June 1, 2020. For more information, visit bwc.ohio.gov

Grace Period for Health Insurance Premiums

All health insurers are required to provide the option of deferring premium payments, interest free, for up to 60 calendar days from each original premium due date. This means that employers can defer their premium payments up to two months, giving them some relief on costs, while keeping their employees insured. More information here .

Hamilton County Public Health (HCPH) would be pleased to receive homemade face masks made by those in the community who have these special skills. More information here .

Colerain Fire Department COVID-19 Video Update

Colerain Township COVID-19 Community Action Plan

Healthcare Updates in Ohio

Member Updates

Artis Senior Living is hosting a webinar to help guide you through creative ways to engage, despite restrictions on physical interaction. This webinar will also help you explore the many emotions this pandemic brings when time with loved ones already feels limited due to dementia.

One of the SOCA members, Strategic H/R, Inc. is hosting a webinar entitled: Don't Panic! Tips to Manage Stress and Wellness During the Pandemic! this Thursday April 8 ^th at 1 p.m. EST. Learn tips and best practices to manage stress and wellness during the Pandemic here.

White Oak Garden Center is open for curbside pickup everyday 10am-5pm but closed for Easter. For more information about delivery and pick up options, visit their website White Oak Garden Center or their Facebook Page

Trey Iverson at Mt Airy Gardens Nursing and Rehab Center reported that they have a great opportunity for anybody that wants to make a difference during this pandemic. They have spots available for anybody that is looking to get their foot in the door in the healthcare industry, this is a great place to start. Information from AHCA can be accessed here.

AAA of Colerain has put together a discounted offer to thank our local first responders and healthcare workers for all they are doing for the community. Those workers are helping us stay safe and we’d like to try and help them stay safe as well. For details on the program, be sure to contact Sonya Dziak at (513) 361-7500.

Keep MediGold in mind if you have employees, retirees or others that are currently or will be receiving Medicare Part A and B. MediGold would like to help. For more information contact Angela Malone at 614-546-3013.

Companies can have a tremendous impact on this year's 2020 Census count, and ReadyNation has developed the Business for the 2020 Census initiative to support companies to encourage their employees and customers to complete their questionnaires. For more information contact Michael or his team here.

Chamber Members have discount pricing, time-saving convenience, and administrative efficiencies available with 401(k) retirement plans through Long Schaefer Financial Advisors. Chamber Members can get free quotes on a variety of options by contacting Michael Long or Michael Wolterman 513-245-0300.

Clippard Instruments reported that they received over 200 applicants they needed for temporary positions intended to help with our national ventilator crisis. Thanks goes out to the community for stepping up to help fulfill this need.

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