WEEK OF OCTOBER 26, 2020
UPCOMING WEBINARS
Post Election Analysis
November 5 @ 1 pm
Timely update with AHLA President & CEO Chip Rogers and EVP, Government Affairs Brian Crawford as they break down the Election results from across the country.
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WISCONSIN NEWS
New Wisconsin tourism office reports outdoor recreation adds $7.8B to gross domestic product
Wisconsin State Journal 
The Wisconsin Department of Tourism's Office of Outdoor Recreation worked with Headwaters Economics, an independent, nonprofit research firm, to produce a report on the success of the newly created office.
As virus surges in Wisconsin, GOP leader open to more aid
Associated Press
Coronavirus cases that hit record highs this week in Wisconsin continued to soar on Wednesday, and a Republican legislative leader said he was open to approving more aid to combat the virus in the face of a new poll that shows sinking approval ratings for lawmakers less than a week before Election Day.
Travel confidence is growing in Wisconsin heading into holiday season
WKTO
As Wisconsinites are making plans for the holiday travel season, a new AAA survey shows the pandemic is impacting how people feel about hitting the road.
Application for for WI Lodging Grant Program closes tomorrow at 2:00 pm
WH&LA
The Wisconsin Department of Administration today released a list of questions and answers about the lodging grant program that will be distributing $20 million to Wisconsin's lodging properties impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The deadline to apply has also been extended to Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 2:00pm. Apply at the COVID 19 Lodging Grant Program Website.
NATIONAL NEWS
AHLA
The latest version of the Safe Stay protocols includes newly-released CDC guidance on hotel operations including meetings and events. Safe Stay includes enhanced guidance on elevator operations, food service operations and workplace health safety plans.  The Safe Stay guidelines also feature the latest CDC recommendations on daily room cleanings to limit in-person contact. The CDC recommends, "guestrooms occupied by the same customer over multiple days should not be cleaned daily, unless requested." 
New Fact Sheet on Public Demonstrations
Department of Homeland Security
Protecting Infrastructure During Public Demonstrations, fact sheetThe Protecting Infrastructure During Public Demonstrations fact sheet was created by CISA to offer security recommendations for infrastructure owners and operators who may encounter unlawful acts during public demonstrations. To mitigate potentially adverse effects when individuals commit unlawful acts during or concurrent with public demonstrations, infrastructure owners and operators should consider implementing a series of cost-effective security measures to protect their businesses.
Will Meetings And Events Ever Be The Same? 41 Clever Things Hotels Are Doing To Make Them Safe
Forbes
The meeting and wedding planning industries have been rocked during the Covid-19 pandemic, and they may continue to feel the effects for years to come.  
How Hotel Sales Performed in Q3
GlobeSt
Today's global travel sector, which many characterize as being "on the brink of collapse," is simply unprecedented. 
WH&LA NEWS 
2020 WH&LA Annual Meeting
WH&LA
All members are invited to the virtual 2020 Annual Meeting to learn about the current state of the organization and elect the 2021 Board of Directors. 
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 
Time: 9:30 am 
Access information: After submitting your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with access information.

Strong start to the 2021 Lodging Directory Cover Contest 
WH&LA
Voting has now been underway for about a week, and we need your help to reach our goal of 6,500 votes! With only seven days of voting, we have a strong start at over 1,750 votes, but we still have a long way to reach our goal. Follow us on Facebook & Twitter, and share our posts to your family and friends. Help WH&LA get out the vote!
In case you missed it: Update on the 2020 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show 
WH&LA
We will be reimagining the 2020 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show, originally scheduled for November 8 - 10, 2020 at the KI Center in Green Bay. Save the date for a WH&LA educational and networking event March 7-9, 2021. Watch your email for details coming soon. 
In case you missed it: Membership Renewal Information
WH&LA
Due to strain put on our industry, we are understanding of the possible need to extend payment terms. In the event that you are unable to pay at the requested due date on your membership invoice, please do not hesitate to contact the WH&LA office to set alternate arrangements.