Coronavirus update for 3.2.2021 – Vaccine for All by June, Saliva Test Ok’d, and County Lines Up Funds
Chamber Members: With the major announcement of the J&J vaccine entering the mix, projections on when the majority of adults could be vaccinated has jumped tremendously. A usual competitor will be jumping in to assist in the vaccine rollout, a saliva test has been...
Coronavirus update for 3.1.2021 – Green Light for J&J Vaccine, New Aid Bill Passes House, and PPP Update for Self Employed
Chamber Members: It was a busy weekend for news as we now have the green light for a third covid vaccine. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine received two ok’s over the weekend meaning shipments could get out as fast as today. The next round of pandemic relief aid...
Coronavirus update for 2.26.2021 – J&J Vaccine One Step Closer, Min Wage Shot Down, and Eviction Moratorium Ruling
Chamber Members: Happy Friday everyone! Some big announcements today. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is one step away from final approval and shipping possibly as early as Monday. Federal minimum wage has hit a roadblock, the United Center opens up as a vaccine...
Coronavirus update 2.25.2021 – State Moves to 1B+ on Vaccines, Will County Stays with 1B, and the Weekly Jobs Report
Chamber Members: It’s Thursday so that means the latest jobs report is out. We’ll also look at the latest vaccine announcement from the state and how Will County will proceed with those eligible for the vaccine currently. Finally, news about a do-it-yourself covid...
Coronavirus update for 2.24.2021 – Johnson & Johnson and Novavax Vaccine news, FedEx Grant, and a Return Tax Proposal
Chamber Members: Today we hear some new and encouraging news about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine as well as a new entry into the vaccine game, Novavax. Also, information below covers the new PPP opening and a webinar opportunity, a new FedEx grant, and finally a...
Coronavirus update for 2.23.2021 – Build Back Better Plan, Court Victory, and What About Rapid Tests
Chamber Members: As the new pandemic relief aid bill passes through Congress, movement begins behind the scenes on the “Build Back Better” plan. Additionally, today’s update looks at a court victory for restaurants, continuing fraudulent unemployment claims, and what...
Coronavirus update for 2.22.2021 – PPP Changes, Relief Aid Process Starts, and an Economic Update & Virus Status
Chamber Members: So it begins – the House will begin this week to push through President Biden’s pandemic relief aid. An outlook runs below. Additionally, there is a snapshot of where things stand with the virus cases, vaccines, and its variants. Finally, a feel-good...
Coronavirus update for 2.19.2021 – Setup of New Relief, Immigration Info, and Don’t Forget ERTC
Chamber Members: Today’s update takes a look at the beginning of the push for the new covid relief bill and recaps the specifics of what has been proposed. News about President Biden’s immigration bill emerges, Pfizer has a good update to share, and don’t forget about...
Coronavirus update for 2.18.2021 – Relief Aid & Infrastructure, Budget Follow Up, and Jobs Report
Chamber Members: Happy Thursday! It is job report day and also an exciting news day with NASA’s rover “Perseverance” landing on Mars this afternoon – so exciting that Krispy Kreme has created a special Mars doughnut that is only sold today. Additionally, President...
Coronavirus update for 2.17.2021 – State of the State & Budget Address, Reactions, and Biden Town Hall
Chamber Members: Today we will take up the space with two main topics. The first being the combined State of the State and Budget address notes from Governor Pritzker. It was certainly a different setting than usual considering the pandemic departing from a live...
Coronavirus update for 2.16.2021 – Virus Retreat?, CDC Announcements, and Daily Vaccine News
Chamber Members: Good news to share today as newly reported covid cases in the U.S. hit their lowest level in nearly four months. Locally, we’re below 5% on the rolling seven-day average for the first time since the middle of July. The bad news is the continuation of...
Coronavirus update for 2.12.2021 – 200Mil Vaccines on Way, Biden Budget Delay, and Illinois Aid Dollars
Chamber Members: We’ll start off today wishing everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day and maybe this will serve as a reminder for those that may have forgot! Before I forget, the update will take a day off on Monday in observance of Presidents’ Day. Today however, we report...
Coronavirus update for 2.11.2021 – Weekly Jobs Report, IL House Finally Ok’s Virtual Meetings, and Eviction Extension
Chamber Members: Happy Thursday! Today we share the weekly jobs report and it’s not horrible. Additionally, there is information about mortgage relief, eviction bans, new state partners for vaccines, an unfortunate report on the Mainstreet Lending program, and some...
Joliet Chamber Initiates Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council
News Release Contact: Jen Howard, President jhoward@jolietchamber.com 815.727.5371 For Immediate Release Joliet Chamber Initiates Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council Joliet, IL. – February 11, 2021 – The Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry would like...
Coronavirus update for 2.10.2021 – No Income Tax Raise, 1B Vaccine Expanded, and a New Drug Approved
Chamber Members: Today’s big news hints at what will be delivered next Wednesday during the combined Illinois Budget address & State of the State address. There is so much news circulating on vaccines it is hard not to get it out right away, so today’s update is...
Coronavirus update for 2.9.2021 – Governor Budget Talk, New House Rules, Vaccine Assistance, and More
Chamber Members: We have some interesting news coming out of our state and federal capitols today regarding budgets, rules, aid, and of course vaccines. In addition, the Will County Health Department will be getting some needed financial assistance to help with the...
Coronavirus update for 2.8.2021 – Act Quick on New Grant, Stimulus News (Child Addition), and Impeachment Rules
Chamber Members: In addition to the Super Bowl itself yesterday, Verizon also hosted a concert for small business aid and has opened a truly short window for applications. See information below for your opportunity to secure a grant in the amount of $10,000. Today’s...
Coronavirus update for 2.5.2021 – Targeted EIDL Advance Grant, January Econ Report, and New Vaccine Info
Chamber Members: Here’s the wrap to the weekend as we get ready for the Super Bowl. Not sure if you can even say that anymore, but we all know what the “Big Game” is. The SBA has announced a name change for one of their programs so read below about the Targeted EIDL...
Coronavirus update for 2.4.2021 – Relief for Gig Workers & Self-Employed, Aid Package Process Begins, and some Marketing Tips
Chamber Members: In addition to the arrival of the weekly jobs report, we’ve been greeted by some more snow (yay?!?!). Today begins the process to start a reconciliation vote on the Biden administration coronavirus aid package, relief for gig workers and the...
Coronavirus update for 2.3.2021 – Various Vaccine Items, Stimulus and Overall Aid Updates, and a New Grant Program
Chamber Members: Well, the good news may have slowed down as it’s been predicted that we’re in for six more weeks of winter. Of course that comes from a groundhog and we certainly have many other issues to keep an eye on. Today we share a variety of vaccine related...