News & Announcements

Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Coronavirus update for 3.20.2020

Chamber Members: Here are updates for Friday, March 20th. We shared earlier the information and link to the application for a Small Business Administration loan. Here it is again: disasterloan.sba.gov . We awaited the much rumored announcement of a “shelter in place”...

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SBA Loan Application and Updates

All Illinois small businesses can now apply for disaster loans The SBA's Economic Injury Disaster Loan program provides low-interest loans of up to $2 million to small businesses and private non-profits affected by the coronavirus pandemic. These working capital loans...

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Coronavirus update for 3.19.2020

Chamber Members: We hope that everyone is doing as well as possible in these times. Here are updates for Thursday, March 19. The State of Illinois has posted a new web site to provide updated information and covers all of the executive orders from the Governor. Visit...

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Coronavirus update for 3.18.2020

Chamber Members: We hope that you are all staying healthy during this time of tremendous change. In an effort to make sure that you are all receiving as much helpful information about the Coronavirus and its impact on businesses and organizations, we have set up a web...

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Coronavirus updates for 3.16.2020

Chamber Members: As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, we would like to share some updates with you regarding assistance programs and potential legislation. In addition, with concern to all regarding health and safety, we have decided to keep the Chamber...

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Message regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease)

Message and Resources from the Joliet Chamber regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease) The Joliet Chamber Staff and the Board of Directors are actively monitoring the continuing developments regarding the spread of COVID-19. At this time, we encourage all of our...

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March Government Affair Update

From Mike Paone – Chamber VP As we near the Illinois primary election on Tuesday, March 17 the Chamber urges everyone to get out and vote. In addition, consider both urging employees to exercise their right to vote and allowing for some flexibility on giving time...

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Press Release: Joliet Chamber’s Leadership to Expand

News Release Contact: Katie Jablecki, Marketing & Communications Director 815.727.5371     kjablecki@jolietchamber.com For Immediate Release Joliet Chamber’s Leadership to Expand Joliet, IL. – February 13, 2020 – As one of the largest chambers and advocates for...

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January Government Affairs Update

January Government Affairs Update From Mike Paone – Chamber VP LOCAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS: The Joliet City Council voted to begin development on a new city water source. The plan will be to bring Lake Michigan water to Joliet by building a pipeline to Indiana. The...

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