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A Message from the Chamber President January 2021
Hello BGLCC Members and Happy New Year:
A year ago was the start of 2020 and the jokes about a year of perfect vision were plentiful. No one predicted what was on the horizon. We, as a community, as a country and planet, were blindsided. Now we enter 2021 with new hope for health, happiness and a desire for connection and to leave the state of almost hibernation that has enabled us to endure.
The business environment has changed. Some of our members have thrived while others have been forced to close their dreams in an unexpected way. Beyond the Corona Virus, there was upheaval and a re-examination of social norms and mores that benefited some, as others were harmed.
As we begin a New Year, let us focus the efforts of the Buffalo Grove Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce to building back better. We all need to focus on our businesses, but let’s also commit to each other by supporting our community, the businesses and the people that make this a special place to live and work. President John F. Kennedy is famous for almost saying, “Ask not what your [community] can do for you – ask what you can do for your [Community]”.
So what can the BGLCC do to help you?What can I do for you?What can we do for each other?BUILDING BACK AND DOING SO WITH AN EYE TOWARD BETTERING OUR COMMUNITY AND BEYOND IS WHY THE BGLCC IS HERE FOR YOU.
May 2021 be filled with success, health and justice for all.Bradley L. Schencker, President, BGLCCLaw Office of Bradley L. Schencker400 West Dundee Road, Suite 6 Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089(847) 686 - 3626 www.blslawoffice.com -
Business Interruption Grant (BIG) program
GRANT FUNDS STILL AVAILABLEThe Business Interruption Grant (BIG) program is a $636 million program developed by Governor Pritzker and the Illinois General Assembly to provide economic relief for small businesses hit hardest by COVID-19. BIG leverages federal funding provided by the CARES Act to help offset COVID-19 related losses for Illinois small businesses. FAQs (Updated 10/7/2020)Your copy should address 3 key questions: Who am I writing for? (Audience) Why should they care? (Benefit) What do I want them to do here? (Call-to-Action) -
UPCOMING EVENTS - Illinois Chamber
Can you Ask Employees Medical Questions during a Pandemic? The EEOC’s Guidance on Complying with the ADA during COVID-19By: Allison P. Sues, SmithAmundsen LLCAs COVID-19 rates are rising throughout the country, employers may want to review the safety measures they are taking to prevent spreading the coronavirus in the workplace. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently released additional guidance on the interplay between COVID-19 and an employer’s legal obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Key questions and answers regarding steps that employers can lawfully take to safeguard their workplace are summarized in the article. -
(October 26, 2020)
Governor Pritzker has announced resurgence mitigation for Region 10 (suburban Cook County).
As of Wednesday, October 28, 2020, resurgence mitigations go into effect for bars, restaurants, and meetings and events. These mitigations will be removed once the positivity rate averages less than or equal to 6.5% for 3 consecutive days.
These mitigation efforts include:
Bars
· No indoor service
· All outside bar service closes at 11 p.m.
· All bar patrons should be seated at tables outside
· No ordering, seating, or congregating at bar (bar stools should be removed)
· Tables should be 6 feet apart
· No standing or congregating indoors or outdoors while waiting for a table or exiting
· No dancing or standing indoors
· Reservations required for each party
· No seating of multiple parties at one table
Restaurants
· No indoor dining or bar service
· All outdoor dining closes at 11 p.m.
· Outside dining tables should be 6 feet apart
· No standing or congregating indoors or outdoors while waiting for a table or exiting
· Reservations required for each party
· No seating of multiple parties at one table
Meetings, Social Events, Gatherings
· Limit to lesser of 25 guests or 25% of overall room capacity
· No party buses
· Gaming and casinos close at 11 p.m., are limited to 25 percent capacity, and follow mitigations for bars and restaurants, if applicable
For more information, see the Illinois Resources for your business below:
· Full Resurgence Mitigation Documentation
· Illinois Department of Public Health
Should you have additional questions or need clarification, please call DCEO direct at 800.252.2923 or email DCEO at CEO.support@illinois.gov.
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Ribbon Cutting Event November 19: The Institute of Dermatology and Aesthetics and The Institute of Oral Maxillofacial and Implant Surgery
Village of Lincolnshire Mayor Elizabeth Brandt (R) andNick Wians, (L) BGLCC Board Member, complete theofficial ribbon cutting with business ownersDr. Alexander Katsnelson and Dr. Julia Katsnelson.Mayor Elizabeth Brandt presenting plaque and officialdecree welcoming The Institute of Dermatology andAesthetics and The Institute of Oral Maxillofacial andImplant Surgery to the Lincolnshire Business Community.The Institute of OralMaxillofacial and Implant SurgeryDr. Alexander KatsnelsonBoard-Certified OralMaxillofacial SurgeonPhone: (847) 279-5200The Institute of Dermatology and AestheticsDr. Julia KatsnelsonBoard-Certified DermatologistPhone: (847) 303-8900231 Olde Half Day Rd.Lincolnshire, IL 60069 -
CHAMBER EVENTS are listed in the events section at the top of this web page.
Contact Pat McGettrick to have your event added to the calendar or publicized.
pmcgettrick@bglcc.org.
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COMED
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ComEd Media Relations312-394-3500Newest ComEd Program Provides Bill Assistance to Struggling Small Businesses During Pandemic
Small-Business Assistance Programs offers one-time grants and flexible payment options
“Small and family-owned businesses are the backbone of our communities. When they struggle, our neighborhoods struggle.” said ComEd CEO Joe Dominguez. “By offering a new bill-assistance option targeting small and family-owned businesses, we hope to do our part to ensure that the businesses that we all love and depend upon continue to be a part of our lives.”
ComEd’s Small Business Assistance Program provides eligible small-business customers that are past due on their energy bills with a one-time grant equal to 30 percent of their total ComEd balance (up to $1,000) for a limited time. Customers whose electric service has not been disconnected can then set up their remaining balance due on a payment plan of up to six months.
Small-business customers can visit ComEd.com/SmallBizAssistance or call 1-877-4-COMED-1 (1-877-426-6331) to learn more or apply for the Small Business Assistance Program.
Assistance through the Helping Hand program is administered directly through ComEd, which expedites the verification process so that customers can receive grants more quickly. Residential customers can apply for Helping Hand grants at ComEd.com/PaymentAssistance.
Assistance Options to Help Residential Customers
Helping Hand and the Small Business Assistance Program are the latest in a number of assistance options ComEd has developed since the pandemic to help customers, including a $18 million bill-payment assistance program for residential customers announced earlier this summer.
ComEd has continued the suspension of service disconnections for low-income customers and those who express a financial hardship through March 31, 2021. For other customers, it’s important that they continue to stay current to avoid higher past-due balances into the spring that will be harder to address.
ComEd’s bill-assistance programs also include flexible payment options, financial assistance for past-due balances and usage alerts for current bills. Any customer who is experiencing a hardship or difficulty with their electric bill should call ComEd immediately at 1-800-334-7661 (1-800-EDISON-1), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to learn more and enroll in a program.
ComEd also offers usage alerts and energy-management tips to help customers manage energy use to save money now and on future energy bills. For information, visit ComEd.com/OnlineTools.
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Indian Trails Public Library
Indian Trails Public Library - Main Library 55 Schoenbeck Rd., Wheeling, IL 60090 (847) 459-4100
CLICK HERE FOR THE LATESTLIBRARY INFORMATIONhttps://www.indiantrailslibrary.org/Don’t Let Covid Stop Your CareerIndian Trails Library offers programs for those with seasoned careers and those just starting out. And yes, it’s free!- SCORE Business Mentoring (day and time options)
- Resume Review Appointments (day and time options)
- How to Improve your Presentations
Need something else? Email:flevin-oleary@indiantrailslibrary.orgDRIVE-UP SERVICE OPENEasily pick up your holds at the drive-up window.BEGINNING JUNE 15:Monday-Friday, 9 am-9 pmSaturday, 9 am-5 pmSunday, 12-5 pmClick here for: Digital Downloads- Virtual programs on Zoom and webinars
- YouTube storytimes
- Live chat help from librarians
- 1:1 assistance via phone and so much more!
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Vernon Area Publlc Library
Vernon Area Public Library
November news & events from your libraryArriving once a month to keep you informed and connected.https://www.vapld.info/Chat or text a helpful librarian300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 MAIN: 847-634-3650Get school work help on Scholastic GO! or World Book Online, learn new skills on Lynda, brush up on a language with Mango, get investment insights on Morningstar, research your family history on Ancestry.with your Vernon Area Library card. -
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