Coronavirus update for 3.4.2021 – Senate Vote on Covid Aid, Illinois Pension Debt Rises, and the Extension of a Program & Loss of Another
Chamber Members: A few things first about some upcoming opportunities. We have a virtual conference next Thursday March 11 at 11:00 AM with John Ferguson, Senior Vice President & Senior Portfolio Manager with Northern Trust. Please join us! Economic Trends &...
Coronavirus update for 3.3.2021 – Stimulus Check Cutoff Shift, Another White House Budget Delay, and Tips to Promote
Chamber Members: Our State of the City Address with Joliet Mayor Bob O’Dekirk is back on the calendar for Monday, March 22 at 11 AM. Make sure to sign up here. Today’s update contains information on a new cutoff amount for stimulus checks, mask protocol reminders,...
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...