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National Small Business Week September 20-26

NEWS RELEASE PRESS OFFICERelease Date: September 21, 2020Release Number: 20-74                         Contact:Carol.Wilkerson@sba.govFollow us on Twitter, Facebook, Blogs & Instagram President Trump Proclaims National Small Business Week September 20-26WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2020 National Small Business Week celebrations officially commence this week with a virtual three-day award ceremony recognizing national award winners from across the country and U.S. territories for

Girl Scouts Host Online SnapShots and In-Person Drive-Thru Events for New Members

Girl Scouts Host Online SnapShots and In-Person Drive-Thru Events for New Members  Northern Illinois – Recent health and safety guidelines affected many youth serving organizations, and Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI) is no different. The organization turned to technology and safe, in-person outdoor events to provide girls with the necessary benefits of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.  The organization started offering Girl Scout SnapShots—20-minute virtual activities for girlsin

Elgin Community Partners Collaborate in Designing Early Learning Signage For Festival Park

For Immediate Release: September 15, 2020      Contact: Elgin Partnership for Early Learning       Amber Peters, Executive Director847-452-2457amberpeters@elginpartnership.org    Elgin Community Partners Collaborate in Designing Early Learning Signage For Festival Park  New signage at Festival Park encourages children and families to learn through play while building kindergarten readiness

Gov. Pritzker Announces $245 Million in Grants for Businesses and Communities Impacted by COVID-19 and Civil Unrest

Gov. Pritzker Announces $245 Million in Grants for Businesses and Communities Impacted by COVID-19 and Civil Unrest$220 Million Available for Business Owners through Second Round of the Business Interruption Grants; $25 Million Available for Communities through the Rebuild Distressed Communities Program. CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today in the Bronzeville community to announce the latest in a series of grants made available for

Cornerstone Partners Horticultural Services Employees Receive Industry Designations for Snow and Ice Management

Cornerstone Partners Horticultural Services (CPHort) is proud to announce that two of its employees have been recognized by the Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA), one of the largest trade associations dedicated to the industry. Nick Topf, production director, was awarded the 2020 Snow Operations Employee of the Year Award for his leadership and work in snow operations. Nominees were considered based on their roles within an organization and how they impact the successful execution of field

Gov. Pritzker Announces $16 Million Investment to Connect Out of Work Illinoisans with 1,300 COVID-19 Response Jobs

Gov. Pritzker Announces $16 Million Investment to Connect Out of Work Illinoisans with 1,300 COVID-19 Response Jobs Funding from the U.S. Department of Labor will Boost Training and Hiring for Roles Created by Ongoing Crisis; Residents Impacted by COVID-19 will be prioritized ROCKFORD – Governor Pritzker announced a new $16.6 million investment to expand job opportunities for Illinoisans who have lost their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through two new grants received from the U.S. Department of

PorteBrown NewsBlog

The PB NewsBlog: Sept. 10, 2020Welcome to the weekly roll-up of the Porte Brown NewsBlog. Want to skip this summary? Go directly to NewsBlog now >>   Questions?     NEXUS: Do You Have Exposure?    We are bringing this issue to your attention and would like to address this area of concern with you as this will become a highly audited area in the next two years. We realize that some companies have already identified this...  Continue reading

Should You Be Testing Your Employees for COVID-19?

Should You Be Testing Your Employees for COVID-19?Published by  Synergy at  August 31, 2020Categories Tags  Maybe you’ve already had employees return to work. Perhaps you’re still forming a plan to bring them back. Either way, you’ve likely already begun debating if you should be testing employees for COVID-19. To put it simply, there is no hard and fast rule that’s applicable to every workplace. However, there is government guidance that outlines specific scenarios where testing can be appropriate.Testing

1.4 Million Jobs Were Added in August, Yet a Large Gap Remains

1.4 Million Jobs Were Added in August, Yet a Large Gap RemainsLast Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the economy added 1.4 million jobs in August. Those jobs drove the unemployment rate down to 8.4% from 10.2% in July. The labor force grew by almost 1 million workers and wages rose. That is great news, of course. But the broader context of the labor market’s recovery is needed to fully understand where the labor market is right now.  Mind the gap: In March and April, the

Mueller Newsletter for September 8

Personal InfoSaved ArticlesUnsubscribeFeedbackYour PrivacyDisclaimer of Liability© 2020, Powered by Thomson Reuters Checkpoint    About Us    Services    Industries    International    Media & Events    Here is your Mueller Newsletter for September 8, 2020.   Timely Opportunities   Spotlight on Individual Tax Matters in the 2020 ElectionAs the presidential candidates continue to hit the campaign trail, federal taxes will be a top concern for voters. In addition to affecting the amount of

OrthoIllinois Welcomes Dr. Amrit Anand to Medical Team

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For further information contact: Lynne Pratt Marketing Communication Director OrthoIllinois 815-381-7382 lynnep@orthollinois.com ____________________________________________________________________________________OrthoIllinois Welcomes Dr. Amrit Anand to Medical TeamELGIN, Ill. (Sept. 1, 2020) – OrthoIllinois, a leading bone and joint provider in northern Illinois, welcomes rheumatologistDr. Amrit Anand to its growing medical team this month. Dr. Anand, a fellowship-trained and

Salvation Army and Community Crisis Center Collaborate for the Holidays

SALVATION ARMY AND THE COMMUNITY CRISIS CENTER ANNOUNCE COLLABORATION FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON“Elgin’s Hope for the Holidays” will provide toys to children in need  ELGIN – The Salvation Army Elgin Corps Community Center and The Community Crisis Center are joining together this holiday season to provide toys to local children in need. The two organizations are launching a unified assistance program called “Elgin’s Hope for the Holidays.” The organizations will collaborate to meet a need that’s expected to be

Fox Valley Orthopedics Expands To Meet Growing Community Need

In an effort to meet a growing community need for orthopedic specialists, Fox Valley Orthopedics (FVO) is expanding with the addition of five new orthopedic surgeons in the Barrington/Algonquin/Elgin area. The surgeons, formerly with the Midwest Bone and Joint Institute (MBJI), include Sports Medicine Surgeons Dr. Michael Kogan, Dr. James Seeds, and Dr. Joshua Alpert; Joint Surgeon Dr. Vincent Cannestra; and, Spine Surgeon Dr. Anthony Savino.   Barrington/Elgin/Algonquin area residents will continue to

Elgin Announces 2021 Municipal Election Information

Elgin Announces 2021 Municipal Election Information  Elgin City Council to Have Four Councilmember Seats for a Four Year Term Open in the 2021 Election   Petitions for candidacy for the 2021 Elgin municipal election are available in the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall, Room 202, located at 150 Dexter Court in Elgin. The Elgin City Council will have the position of four Councilmember seats for a four year term open in the 2021 election. Prospective candidates can begin circulating petitions beginning

SBA's New PPP Interim Rule Regarding Owner-Employee Compensation Loan Forgiveness

SBA’s New PPP Interim Final Rule Regarding Owner-Employee Compensation and Eligibility of Certain Nonpayroll Costs for Loan Forgiveness  August 2020  The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued additional guidance in the form of another Interim Final Rule (IFR) relating to the percentage of a borrower’s ownership that triggers the treatment of an employee as an owner.  The IFR also provides for limitations on certain rental and mortgage interest expenses a borrower might otherwise have

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois to Host 16th Annual Thin Mint Sprint as First-Ever Virtual Race!

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI) will host the organization’s 16th Annual Thin Mint Sprint virtually from September 1–30! Adults and school-age children can choose from a 2-Mile Walk, 2-Mile Competitive Race, or 8K Race. Participants will choose their ideal course and complete their race or walk anytime in September 2020. A virtual leader board will track runner time through the end of the race! Online registration is open at www.runsignup.com/gsnitms.  2-Mile Walk is just $10! Both the 2-Mile

Pritzker Administration Launches $150 Million in Emergency Mortgage Assistance

Applications Now Available to Help 10,000 Homeowners at: ema.ihda.orgCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) announced the opening of the state’s new Emergency Mortgage Assistance (EMA) program to assist homeowners who have seen their income decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the EMA program, IHDA will allocate grants up to $15,000 to help income-eligible homeowners who have struggled to make their mortgage payments as a result of the pandemic.

STATE OF ILLINOIS UPDATES SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR RESTAURANTS AND BAR ESTABLISHMENTS TO PROTECT PATRONS AND WORKERS FROM COVID-19

STATE OF ILLINOIS UPDATES SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR RESTAURANTS AND BAR ESTABLISHMENTS TO PROTECT PATRONS AND WORKERS FROM COVID-19To further prevent spread, face coverings use will be required during interactions with wait staff and food service workersTuesday, August 25, 2020 - Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Department ofCHICAGO—The State of Illinois today announced revised guidelines for restaurants and bar establishments statewide to operate safely and help prevent the spread of COVID-19.  Based on a

Elgin Announces 2021 Municipal Election Information

Elgin Announces 2021 Municipal Election Information             Elgin City Council to Have Four Councilmember Seats for a Four Year Term Open in the 2021 ElectionElgin, IL - Petitions for candidacy for the 2021 Elgin municipal election are available in the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall, Room 202, located at 150 Dexter Court in Elgin. The Elgin City Council will have the position of four Councilmember seats for a four year term open in the 2021 election. Prospective candidates can begin

Gov. Pritzker Announces Eight Principles for a Clean and Renewable Illinois Economy

Gov. Pritzker Announces Eight Principles for a Clean and Renewable Illinois Economy Administration to Restart Working Groups Focused on Prioritizing Consumers and the Climate CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker today announced eight principles that will serve as a foundation to begin transitioning Illinois to a clean energy economy. Building upon the progress Illinois has made as a leader in fighting climate change, the Governor is committed to supporting Illinois’ communities as the state moves toward a

CHASE is Hiring!

Employment Opportunities at Chase Elgin Credit Card Service Center 2500 Westfield Dr. Elgin, IL 60124 Are you ready to start a career at Chase? Submit your application on our website today!www.chase.com/careers200028578 -Specialist I - Collections - Elgin, IL  We now have full-time opportunities in the Collection’s Group. Our Collections group creates and delivers the right solutions to our customers to resolve account delinquency, directly impacting the risk of loss to the Bank.  We are looking for

EAC's Business Review Newsletter for March 2020

 EAC's Business Review Newsletter for February 2020  

EAC's Business Review Newsletter for February 2020

 EAC's Business Review Newsletter for February 2020

What's in Store for the Local Economy in 2020?

    The U.S. economy is in its 126th month of expansion that dates to July 2009, and Elgin businesses have been riding the wave. The question everyone has been asking themselves is how long can the longest expansion in U.S. history continue? Will the economy contract, continue expanding, fall or flatten is anyone’s guess? Here are a few quotes from Elgin’s business leaders on what 2020 has in store:     “Ziegler’s Ace customers continue to invest in new Weber and Traeger grills, Ego mowers and snowblowers,

EAC'S Business Review Newsletter for January 2020

Welcome New Chamber Members!

Welcome to these new Chamber members in January!   Culver's of Elgin Ross Thomas 1175 N. McLean Boulevard Elgin IL 60123 OPENING SOON!!www.culvers.com Food & Beverages/Restaurants   H.B. Fuller Lesandro Gonzalez 1575 Executive Drive Elgin IL 60123 (847) 841-7002www.hbfuller.com Industrial/Adhesive – Manufacturer   Innerspire, Inc Nate Lindquist 164 Division Street, Suite 406 Elgin IL 60120 (904) 385-9017www.TheMinimalistCEO.com Business Services/Consulting   Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers,

Darwin Realty Arranges Sale of 90,000 SF Industrial Building in Elgin, Illinois

Darwin Realty has arranged the sale of a 90,000-square-foot industrial building located at 501 Davis Road in Elgin. Consideration for the sale was in excess of $5 million. The property features seven loading docks, three drive-in doors, 5,000 square feet of office space and a clear height of 24 feet. Noel Liston of Darwin brokered the transaction. Chicago Logistic Service owned and occupied the building. Navis Industries, which provides plastic packaging films, purchased the building and plans to relocate