Thank you to our E-NEWS Sponsors! |
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Join us for a fun-filled hour of holiday cheer!
50/50 Raffle
Silent Auction
Virtual Holiday Office Tours
Trivia
Grab a snack and a beverage and log onto the Zoom call to connect with members and neighbors and to celebrate the holiday season! Ugly sweaters and festive attire encouraged (though not required).
Silent Auction begins December 1st and will close Dec 15th at 5pm. Winning bids will be announced at the [Virtual] Holiday Mixer. Check back often to view new auction items.
Holiday Office Showcase: Submit a photo of your office, home office or staff showing off your holiday spirit. Photos will be compiled into a slide show presented at the Holiday Mixer and shared on Facebook and Chamber website. Is your staff working remotely? No problem...submit photos of home offices or even a holiday photo taken last year!
Call the Chamber office for details 610-489-6660
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Attention Business Owners...
As COVID-19 case counts reach critical levels in Pennsylvania, the PA Chamber invites businesses statewide to hear directly from Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf and Pennsylvania Department of Health Secretary Rachel Levine as they share insight into the Administration’s latest targeted mitigation orders.
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ALL WELCOME TO ATTEND!
December Book Review: The Happiness Advantage
The 7 Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Succsee and Performance at Work
Everyone welcome to attend the PV Chamber Business Book Club! Please join us for a book discussion, and share what's on your reading wish-list and other relative works (podcasts, movies/documentaries, publications, etc.) that you think fellow business professionals might enjoy.
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Thursday, December 17, 2020
Noon - 1PM
Business Roundtable
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Our monthly Business Roundtable luncheons are now virtual on ZOOM!
Join us for an interactive discussion and sharing of best practices among other business owners and key decision makers, right from the comforts of your home or office. We look forward to “seeing” everyone.
Pre-registration is required. After registering, you will receive a link with instructions to join the meeting.
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PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED to receive meeting link |
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Grow your business by listing a special offer on the PV Chamber Shop Local and Win website. Pfizer will share link in weekly e-news. Let's fill this site with offers!
To learn more, select the “Shop Local & Win” tab from the dropdown menu under “Chamber Events” at the top of our homepage. From there you can submit an offer, enter to win, view promotions, donate a prize and participate in our Annual Silent Auction (starts Dec 1st)!
All welcome to participate (membership not required).
Sponsorships and Grants available. Call Chamber office for details 610-489-6660
Promotions good through February 28, 2021
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Dear Chamber Members and Friends,
I hope you all had an enjoyable Thanksgiving Holiday! I want to bring your attention to a few important items this week.
First, Pennsylvania’s business community is invited to hear directly from PA Governor Tom Wolf and PA Dept. of Health Secretary Rachel Levine as they share exclusive insight into the administration’s latest COVID-19-related mitigation orders during a free webinar on Friday, Dec. 4th at 2:30pm. They will address the status of the pandemic in Pennsylvania and engage in a Q&A segment with participants. See registration details above.
PV Chamber's annual Holiday Mixer and Silent Auction will be on Zoom this year. There are many ways to participate including sponsorship, donating a silent auction item, attending the event, participating in Business Showcase and bid on fabulous silent auction items. Event details can be found in the event block at the top of this email.
Our Shop Local & Win Campaign is underway. Look for details in this email to shop savings offers and promote your business. Program is open to members and non-member businesses. Participation is affordable. Call the chamber office with questions or to request COVID-19 program discount.
A warm welcome to new member, Vinodha Rajaskekaran, owner of True Vine Organics LLC, a family-operated business dedicated to sharing the ancient natural remedy using cinnamon and honey dating as far back as the Old Testament in the Bible. For ages, this remedy has supported and strengthened people with a healthy immune system, prevented and treated several illnesses, diseases, and infections. Now, we want to make it available to everyone who would boldly choose nature and realize the power that nature can offer at its best. True Vine CNMNHNY™ is a natural blend of Organic Ceylon Liquid Cinnamon and Organic US Grade A Brazilian Honey that boosts immunity and stops infections in its tracks. Your family’s health and Wellness is our No.1 Priority. To learn more, contact Vinodha at
Have you picked up your FREE COVID-Prevention Kit? Each kit contains face shields, masks, sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, window cling and floor sign, thermal thermometer and important COVID-19 safety literature.. Kits are available to businesses with 100 or fewer employees. Pickup at the Chamber office on Tuesday, December 8th from 9:00am - 11:00am and 1:00am - 5:00pm, or call for an appointment. Please help spread the word....membership not required. Kits are free - funded through the CARES Act. Contact the Chamber office at 610-489-6660 for reservations and questions. Read more.
Chamber Affinity Program: Sunrise Power & Gas is the company to turn to for affordable, clean energy. Sunrise provides electricity to homes and small businesses that is 100 percent powered by renewable resources. Sunrise customers get to help preserve the planet by using clean energy while being good to their wallet or bottom line. Switching to Sunrise is easy. And for every residential and business customer that subscribes to Sunrise using the promo code “PVChamber2020,” the company will donate $25 to the Chamber. Learn more at www.sunrisepowerandgas.com.
There's still time to renew your membership before the year's end. Contact the Chamber office for questions and assistance.
Stay safe and healthy,
Renee Blomstrom
Executive Director
610-489-6660
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Natural blend of Organic Ceylon Liquid Cinnamon and Organic US Grade A Brazilian Honey that boosts immunity and stops infections
PV Chamber members a free new patient comprehensive exam (D0140), xrays (D0210 or D0251), and routine cleaning (D1110)
We will be erecting a memorial to honor our local deceased Veterans
Sunrise Power & Gas provides clean energy to homes and small businesses in Pennsylvania.
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The following organizations joined the PV Chamber this past year!
Click on a business name for more information.
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Mary Allen - Kelly Williams Realty
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SpringFord Veterans Memorial
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All Current PV Chamber Members can be found in the Directory on our Website |
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No-Cost PPE Kits
Free to small businesses (100 or fewer employees)
Kit PICKUP @ Chamber office on Thursday, OCTOBER 29th from 9AM - 2PM. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Additional pickup times will be available next week.
Each kit includes: (1) thermal thermometer. (5) reusable face masks, (5) face shields, (5) bottles hand sanitizer, (5) containers of disinfectant wipes, (1) #MaskUpMontco Window Cling , (1) #MaskUpMontco Floor Sticker and important literature including CDC COVID-19 Fact Sheet, Safety Procedure Guidelines for Businesses, and more.
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Thanks to a partnership with the newly formed Alliance of Montgomery County Chambers, Montco Department of Commerce and Office of Public Health, 12,000 kits will be distributed throughout the County over a 10 week period. Program funded through CARES Act. Read more
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Montco Cares Program
The Montco Cares Program, a $12 million initiative to support families and Child Care Centers, has been finalized. Program details are available www.montcopa.org/3609/Montco-Cares-Program. The Montco Cares Program provides support to Montgomery County families and child care providers during COVID-19 pandemic.
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Hartbeat of Main Street Grant Program
The Second Round of The National Main Street Center and The Hartford grant program, “The HartBeat of Main Street Grant Program”, will be open for applications on 10/22/2020. The program supports brick and mortar busiensses in commercial districts. A minimum of 50 percent of grants will benefit diverse-owned businesses as defined by the SBA. Program details are available at www.mainstreet.org/howwecanhelp/hartbeat.
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The County received 183 applications for the MontcoStrong Non-Profit Resiliency and Restoration Grant Program. The review process is underway with assistance from a mix of expertise including the County’s Office of Public Health and Health and Human Services Department. Awards will be announced soon.
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PV Chamber COVID-19 Resource Hub |
Bookmark the PV Chamber's COVID-19 Resource Hub for up-to-date information for business owners, employers and residents.
- County, State and Federal Resource Links
- Member-to-Member Resources
- Webinars & Recordings
- Brighter Side
- Event News
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Montgomery County Resource Hubs |
Montgomery County COVID-19 Daily Press Releases can be viewed here. |
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Update: The Department of Treasury announced a simplified forgiveness process for smaller pandemic aid loans. Businesses that borrowed $50,000 or less from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) can sign a one-page document attesting that the money was spent as required by the program and the loans will be forgiven. The loan will be fully forgiven if the funds are used for payroll costs, interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities (due to likely high subscription, at least 60% of the forgiven amount must have been used for payroll). For more Loan Details and Forgiveness details including FAQ's, visit SBA page here.
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Zooming Around the 24th District |
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Senator Bob Mensch presents Zooming Around the 24th District, a series of virtual meetings with local businesses and organizations to discuss the experiences they have had during the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal of these meetings is for businesses to stay in touch with their communities, and for us to spread the word about some of the challenges facing our local businesses during this time. Watch the meetings here: https://www.senatormensch.com/zooming-around-the-24th-district/
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PA Chamber of Business & Industry |
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Bringing PA Back is an initiative of the PA Chamber to help businesses re-open prepared and stronger. The site contains resources to help prepare your workplace, welcome back employees and customers. |
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PA 30 Day Fund , provides forgivable loans for Pennsylvania-based small businesses and is eager to see an increase in applications from eligible small businesses in Montgomery County, particularly in applications from eligible minority and/or women owned businesses. The forgivable loan is intended to provide immediate financial assistance (within maximum 3 days).
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Book a Holiday Mini Photo Session!
Scillia Photography is now booking Family mini sessions just in time for your Holiday Pictures!
Sessions will be held at Waterworks Park; 20 minutes photoshoot; Online Gallery; 6 digital downloads (social media size)
* prior registration required
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Royal Farms Collegeville is Hiring!
We offer Competitive Pay - Advancement Opportunities - Flexible Schedule
FT and PT Positions - 401 K
Weekly Pay - Holiday Pay
FT provides Health Insurance, Dental, Vision & Paid Vacation
Collegeville Location - we are holding ongoing interviews to staff this location. We are monitoring applications closely and sending interview/job fair invitations. Please apply to store #234.
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Nothing Bundt Cakes
Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) is hiring a Guest Service Representative/Crafter. The Guest Service Representative is the first point of brand contact in our bakery and serves in an essential role to engage and bring joy to our guests, create a memorable experience and leave a positive, lasting impression. The Guest Service Representative embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to guest satisfaction as well as excellence and efficiency in the workplace.
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Columbia Cottage
At Columbia Cottage, each person’s role is more than just a job. Everyone is a part of something bigger: providing a safe, warm environment for our residents to age in place with dignity. Positions available:
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Homemaker/Medication Technician (Day Shift PT and Evening Shift PT)
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Part-time cook, shifts vary; approximately 40 hours biweekly
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Resident Wellness Director (RN/LPN Charge Nurse); Evening shift; full-time - $2,000 sign on Bonus!
All positions have weekend obligation unless specified otherwise.
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Part-time Teller positions available at the 1889 E. Ridge Pike, Royersford branch location - Join your local community bank Team!
Previous Bank teller or CSR experience desired; prior cash handling experience considered. Candidates must have strong customer service focus, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and computer/systems aptitude.
Indicate your interest and send resumes by email to: [email protected] or by fax to: 215-513-9393
EOE m/f/d/v
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Signarama Limerick
Full Time positions including fabrication, assembly and installation of signs and vinyl graphics. Send resume to [email protected].
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Medical billing office is seeking FT experienced candidates in Payment Posting/Bank Reconciliation. Qualified candidates should have at least 2-3 years' experience in a medical billing office setting. To learn more and apply, view job listing on PMA Medical Specialists Facebook page.
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A&E Flooring
Installation: A&E Flooring is always looking to add installation teams that can offer a customer-first experience as well as genuine quality installations. Please send resumes to [email protected]
Retail Sales Associate: A&E Flooring is currently looking to hire a retail sales associate to work in the showroom. Our Ideal candidate is someone who puts the customer first and is friendly and outgoing. Strong computer skills are a must. Flooring experience is a plus but not a requirement. Please send resumes to [email protected].
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Kimberton Whole Foods is looking for people who love food, care for the earth and enjoy building relationships with fellow team members and customers. At Kimberton Whole Foods we strive to create an environment where work is engaging and meaningful. Availability on weekends is required. Please note, we do not hire seasonal positions. To learn more and view positions, visit www.kimbertonwholefoods.com/career-opportunities/
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First Financial Group - Philadelphia is looking to recruit Financial Representatives who have an entrepreneurial spirit and who are passionate about helping people live better financial lives. If you’re coming from a financial services background, we can help you take it to the next level. But, it doesn’t matter to us what your background is, as long as you have an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for helping people, are self-motivated, and have character and integrity. First Financial Group Philadelphia is located in the heart of King of Prussia and provides the training, structure, and support to help you create financial security for your clients, while creating a better life for you and your family. Please contact Steven D. Earhart, President (FFG PA, NJ, DE), at [email protected], or by phone at 610-293-8330.
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Touching Hearts at Home is seeking Part-Time Employed In-Home Caregivers to provide one-on-one care for the elderly and disabled. We are a RAPIDLY growing home care agency and are looking for dedicated and compassionate Caregivers with a true calling to help others! Our Caregivers provide individuals with extra support to keep up with life's daily tasks. We value our clients AND those that serve alongside us! Our goal is to give our Caregivers the support, training, and confidence they need in order to be successful. Our territory spans across all of Montgomery County. Call 484-854-9300
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Dirk's Pest Management Specialists |
Purpose: To effectively and efficiently maintain a high level of organization within the office.
Responsibilities will include:
Schedule Routes/appointments; Generate daily route sheets/ work orders and invoices; Coordinate, scheduling and mailing termite renewal notices; Answer phones (with a smile); Enter all new customers / update current customer account information into the computer; Initiate and maintain customer accounts which include follow up; Communicate with technicians and sales staff of any changes to their work schedules and/or work; Add weekly Dirks Pest Management Specialist Facebook status; Responsible for account functions, including but not limited to accounts payable and accounts receivable; Issued Proposals for Termite Renewals/Service Plans
Must be a TEAM PLAYER- work as a competent member of the team and willingly provide back-up support for co-workers when appropriate and actively support team goals; The ability to self-start and work independently. Must be proactive!
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Cafe' 2020 and UC Bookstore Open |
Join us as we celebrate the winter season with Merry on Main, featuring a limited opening of our new welcome center, the Schellhase Commons, home to both Café 2020 and the Ursinus Bookstore.
For hours and more information visit ursinus.edu/MerryOnMain. Read more
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UC 2021 Job, Internship & Networking Fair
February 24, 2021 @ 1PM -2PM
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We are excited to announce that the Ursinus College Virtual Job, Internship, and Networking Fair will be supported by the Maryland & Pennsylvania Liberal Arts Career Fair this year. This event is free of charge.
What does this mean for our employer partners?
You will have the chance to network and share your opportunities with Ursinus College students as usual. Additionally, this fair will include nine other institutions: Gettysburg College, Goucher College, Hood College, McDaniel College, Mount St. Mary’s University, Muhlenberg College, Notre Dame of Maryland University, St. John’s College, and Washington College. This means that you will also be able to recruit students from these colleges, expanding your talent pool even further.
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Online Auction
December 1st - 15th
The Silent Auction and Raffle Giveaways are favorites at the Annual PVCC Holiday Party. Since we can't gather in person this year, the Silent Auction has been moved to online!
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Donations Needed for
CODE BLUE, Overnight Emergency Warming Center
CODE BLUE, Overnight Emergency Warming Center, located below Sacred Heart Church
Provides a cold weather (35*-38*), overnight center for men, women and families. It is open from mid-November to mid-April, 8pm to 8am.
Supplies needed:
- Vinyl Pillow Covers
- Cot/Mattress protectors,
- 2 flat sheets per cot,
- 2 blankets per cot
- 1 pillow per guest
- Lysol spray
- Wipes
- Clear bags to keep linens in
- Nitrile gloves for staff
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Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Donations can be dropped off at Sacred Heart Church, 838 Walnut St, Royersford, PA 19468
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Variety's Holiday Lane Walking Tours
and Drive By Tour
December 3rd - 5th
The Variety’s Holiday Lane is a family-friendly, outdoor event for families and individuals. The exterior of Variety’s cabins and its 1700s Farmhouse will be decorated with lights as well as adorned with decorations by the Norristown Garden Club. Guests can walk a loop to see the lights and enjoy the decorations. At the beginning and end of the loop, hot chocolate will be provided for all ticket holders, and baked goods made by Variety kids will be available for sale. We also will have an indoor/outdoor holiday bazaar of homemade items by our Variety kids located in Variety’s Rec Hall. Themes for the decorations are family friendly and include Santa’s Workshop, Gingerbread House, Candy Land, and Frozen.
Walking Tours
Dec 3rd and 4th, 4-8pm
Dec 5th, 4:30pm - 8:00pm
Drive By Tour: December 5th @ 3pm - 4:30pm
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Collection site for Daily Bread Food Pantry
S&B Event Concepts and Catering, located at 25 Bridge Street, Collegeville, remains a donation location for the Daily Bread Community Food Pantry. As children head back to (virtual) classrooms, many are in need of school supplies, including notebooks, markers, highlighters, backpacks, calculators, pencils, pens, etc. Feel free to call Sodiah Thomas for details 267-263-2616.
Thank you in advance for supporting our community in need.
CURRENT NEEDS:
Any canned meat, cereal, juice, tomato products, spaghetti sauce, juice, jelly, and canned pastas. We also need personal care items: baby wipes, bars of soap, laundry/dish soap, tissues, and any cleaning products. For many of our families your donations are a lifeline. If they do not get it here they must go without! Thank you everyone for your kindness and support!
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THE NUTCRACKER REIMAGINED- The Movie
Ignite your spirits and warm your hearts!
SVRDC.org is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization that has produced a spectacular Nutcracker ballet performance for the community since 1971. This year SVRDC is proud to bring this legendary Yuletide tale to the comfort and safety of your own home in the form of a professionally produced and edited film! Led by the creative choreography of Brittany Ryan and Tim Early, the show features 50 dancers plus professional guest artists.
Featuring the very talented Perkiomen Valley High School Senior Olivia Dupre in a lead role.
Also starring Natalie Leith in the prominent role of Clara.
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Shopping for a Cause
Limerick Chiropractic Center has partnered with Park Lane Jewelry to host a fundraiser event for The Daily Bread Community Food Pantry. This is an easy, amazing opportunity to do some Christmas shopping, all while helping those in need. 50% of all sales will go DIRECTLY to The Daily Bread Community Food Pantry! All sales will ship directly to you and payment is done directly thru the link...there is no having to drive to pick up. Thank you in advance for your support in our local community!
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Ursinus College Offering Business Assistance During COVID-19
During this unprecedented time, Ursinus College is committed to supporting the local community. We recognize that, while these are difficult times for many, small and medium sized businesses are uniquely affected by the quarantine.
Ursinus students seeking remote/virtual work opportunities can assist you with promoting your business, advertising your services, redesigning a business plan, driving commerce, promoting or building online platforms, and more. We believe this will not only help local businesses, but also provide learning and practical opportunities for our students. Possible projects may include: social media and online marketing, website building, payment processing, writing a business plan, and researching assistance for loans.
Please fill out this form with as much details as possible to indicate your interest. We will review the submission within 2 business days. Appropriate opportunities will be shared with our students within 5 business days or less. While we hope you will receive interest from our students, we cannot guarantee applications. Please note that Ursinus College reserves the right to determine the eligibility of a posting and to delete postings deemed unsuitable for our students.
Ursinus College values our local business partners and hopes to play a role in navigating through these difficult times. Please email Olivia Correll, Assistant Director for Employer Engagement, at [email protected], with questions or for additional information.
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Montgomery County Updates |
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Testing
Montgomery County is now offering free COVID-19 testing, for all ages, at six sites across the county. This testing is made possible by CARES Act funding that has been allocated directly to the County.
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PA Career Link of Montgomery County is relocating from 1855 New Hope Street, Norristown, PA to a newly renovated location within the Human Services Center (HSC) at 1430 DeKalb Street, Norristown PA. The new office is scheduled to open to the public by appointment only on August 17, 2020.
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On September 16th, a coalition of Chambers of Commerce, including Perkiomen Valley Chamber, sent a letter to Pennsylvania's State Lawmakers to urge support of temporary, targeted legal safe harbor for those employers and healthcare providers operating in good faith and complying with relevant requirements.
On June 17, 2020, a coalition of 80 Chambers of Commerce sent a letter to Federal and State Lawmakers to support temporary, targeted legal safe harbor protection for employers and healthcare communities operating in good faith and complying with relevant requirements.
An open letter to state lawmakers expressed the deep concern Chamber leaders feel with both the pace and process of reopening businesses in the SE PA region. The letter, sent on May 28, 2020 was singed by 24 Chamber leaders, including myself. The letter urges legislatures to work with the Governor to revise metrics for reopening and with the Chambers' assistance, develop guidance and support to help businesses reopen safely. Read the letter here.
On April 3, 2020, leaders from 50 Pennsylvania chambers of commerce signed a letter to Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf requesting that the Administration allow more businesses to operate under CISA and CDC guidelines to ensure the critical infrastructure supply chains are protected during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the letter here
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Virtual Town Hall with Dr. Brian Broker
The Science Behind COVID-19
To view Dr. Broker's PowerPoint slideshow, copy and paste the link below into a browser:
https://perkiomenvalleychamber.org/wp-content/uploads/The-Science-behind-COVID-19.pptx
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Listen to our virtual town hall discussion with Gene Barr, President and CEO of PA Chamber of Business and Industry.
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https://perkiomenvalleychamber.org/covid-19-updates-and-resources/#1590607836190-37b47b5a-bd28
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We want to share YOUR upcoming events in E-News and Community Calendar. |
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The PV Chamber Board of Directors encourages you to forward this email to friends and associates. For membership information contact Renee Blomstrom, Executive Director.
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521 W Main Street, Suite 103 | Trappe, PA 19426
Telephone: (610) 489-6660 | FAX: (610) 454-1270
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