March 23, 2021

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For Business Growth
Thank you to our
March eNews Sponsor:
EDH CHAMBER'S WORK WITH UCAN
EDH Chamber Advocating for You
UCAN - the United Chamber Advocacy Network, is a coalition of seven local chambers of commerce working together since 2018 to amplify the voice of their 10,000 plus combined membership across four counties in the greater Sacramento region.

2021 Priorities:

Reopen California
Rebuild Small Business
Repeal AB 5
Rollback burdensome taxes, fees, and regulations
EDH CHAMBER MONITORS NEW $1.9 TRILLION RELIEF FUNDING
The New American Rescue Plan Act will deliver immediate relief to small businesses and hard-hit industries, including restaurants, as well as continuing the efforts to fight the COVID-19 Pandemic.
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
The El Dorado Hills Chamber is advocating for our regional economy in collaboration with our elected officials at the county, state, and federal levels. We will continue to provide you updated information and funding opportunities as they become available.

Key Elements:
·    Direct aid for restaurants in the form of grants, additional aid through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)
·    $7.25B in new funding for PPP 
·    Expansion of existing credits such as the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC), along with other tax benefits
·    Updates to the Shuttered Venue Operators (SVO) grant program
·    Direct payments to individuals, extended unemployment benefits, and expansion of the Child Tax Credit
·    Funding for states and localities, including schools
·    Funding for food programs such as Special Supplemental Nutrition Program and meals for seniors 
·    Funding for public health to help fight the Pandemic and increase vaccine programs
Rental Assistance
BUSINESS ADVISORY: SCAMS
Jennifer Leach, Associate Director, FTC Division of Consumer and Business Education
“The pandemic is still taking a toll on your customers, your employees – and your business. The new American Rescue Plan, just signed into law, gets the ball rolling to help out on many people’s financial well-being. Payments will soon be coming by direct deposit, checks, or a debit card to people eligible for the payment. You can learn more about who’s eligible, and the timing, at IRS.gov/coronavirus. Share that link with your staff to help keep them informed.”
VIRTUAL SILENT AUCTION LAUNCH
Big Early - Bid High - Bid Often

Thank you for your support as we raise funds to help programming throughout our region, including our Chamber Scholarship Program for graduating seniors from local high schools.

We appreciate our supporters for donating and bidding!
Open March 25th - April 8th
Take a sneak peak now for our 1st Virtual Silent Auction, opening March 25th @ 9 AM and closing April 8th @ midnight. So many great items need you to claim them!
3DH Vlog: Three tips from the El Dorado Hills Chamber.

3 Words: Virtual. Silent. Auction. #KeepItLocal365
CONNECT WITH SENATOR DAHLE
Senator Brian Dahle
California State Senator
District 1
Thank you to our Luncheon Sponsor: El Dorado County Republican Party
Lunch & Learn with Senator Brian Dahle
Who: Chamber Members & Affiliates
What: April Lunch & Learn: Legislative Updates and Q&A with California State Senator Brian Dahle, District 1.
Where: EDH CSD Pavilion Room (maximum 25 guests) and on Zoom (link will be sent after registering)
When: Wednesday, April 7, In-Person: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM or Zoom only 12:00 - 1:00 PM. ($5-$15/Members or $10-$20/Non-Members)
Why: You are invited to join our Chamber with important legislative updates from California State Senator Brian Dahle. Join us in-person with limited seating and safety guidelines in place. PPE supplies will be provided. RSVP is required. Enjoy a delicious lunch catered by Off the Vine Catering.
COVID-19 TENANT RELIEF ACT
Rent Relief & Guidelines
With as many as 1.5 million California renters behind on rent and at risk of eviction because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program will be a lifeline to renters and landlords. It clears accumulated rental debt, keeps the hardest-hit families in their homes, and will lead to a more equitable economic recovery.
PPP FUNDING DEADLINES
Apply by March 31, 2021
In order to reach the smallest businesses, SBA is offering Paycheck Protection Program loans to businesses with fewer than 20 employees and sole proprietors. President Biden has also announced additional program changes to make access to PPP loans more equitable.

This 2nd PPP program expires on March 31, 2021.
POP-IN FOR POP-UP IN WELCOME CENTER
Pop-Up Artisans & More
California Welcome Center
2085 Vine Street, Ste. 105
El Dorado Hills Town Center
#KeepItLocal365
Expanded Gifts & Supporting Local
In an effort to support local businesses and artisans, who have been adversely affected by the restrictions due to COVID-19, the California Welcome Center in El Dorado Hills Town Center is offering complimentary space and tables to promote small business.

“Pop-Up Artisans & More” is the program through March 31st. Guests to the Welcome Center can shop for a variety of gifts and products from local crafters and artists.
BUSINESS DIRECTORY & RELOCATION GUIDE 2021/2022
Advertising & Marketing Opportunity

We're excited to once again partner with Style Media Group to produce the El Dorado Hills Business Directory & Relocation Guide.
This publication is mailed to every home and Chamber member in El Dorado Hills, available to new residents, and is promoted online heavily after its print release!
Q&A WITH SBA & BBB: COVID-19 ECONOMIC RELIEF
Free Webinar: Ask the Business Experts
Please join us for an interactive webinar on SBA programs available through the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (the Economic Aid Act) on March 25, 10:30 - 11:30 AM on Zoom covering:
-Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
-Debt Relief on SBA 7(a), 504 and Microloans
-Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and Targeted EIDL Advance
-Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG)
-Grant Program Details –Targeted EIDL Advance, SVOG
-Additional Assistance & Resources
ELDO YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
MARCH MIXER
Happy Hour Hangout
Who: Young Professionals & Affiliates
What: ELDO YP Happy Hour Hangout
When: Thursday, March 25, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Why: You are invited to join ELDO Young Professionals for their March Mixer! PPE supplies will be provided at this in-person event, with limited attendance and COVID-19 guidelines in place.
Please RSVP so we can plan happy hour drinks and apps.
MEMBER ORIENTATION
Orientation Sponsored by Marshall Medical Center
Maximize your Membership
Who: New Chamber Members & Members needing a Refresher
What: Member Orientation
Where: Online; Zoom link will be sent after registering or the California Welcome Center TBD
When: Wednesday, March 31, 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Why: New to the El Dorado Hills Chamber or want more information about what the Chamber can do for you? Come join us at our Member Orientation to learn more about how we are a tremendous resource for you, as well as the opportunities that await your business or organization!
BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS
2021 California & Federal Employment Posters: You must post a compliant Employment Poster in a conspicuous place in the workplace where all employees and applicants can see it. The poster also must include information about your workers’ compensation benefits, payday schedule and emergency contacts. You may need to order several to ensure that your business, branches and satellite offices are displaying the poster according to the law. Failure to comply can result in severe penalties and fines by the state of California. If any of your company’s workers are Spanish-speaking, you will need to order the Spanish version.

Substantial discount when you purchase through the El Dorado Hills Chamber.
HARASSMENT TRAINING: We have partnered with the California Chamber of Commerce to bring you required California Harassment Prevention Training. Under the new law, SB 778, all employees, supervisory and non-supervisory, must be trained. Enter priority code EHHPT at check-out for special pricing.
 
BUSINESS LICENSING: Remember to keep your business license current, whether you are home-based, remote, or in-person.
MEMBER PERKS: JOB LISTINGS & PPE
Employment Opportunities: Job Postings are now upgraded and continue to be FREE for Chamber Members and competitively priced for non-members. You can now post your own job listings HERE.
 
Your Chamber Membership at work:
FEATURED Upgraded Listing Non-member: +$15.00, Member: +$0.00 
FREE PPE Supplies:

El Dorado County businesses and nonprofits with 100 or fewer employees may receive FREE face masks (50 per box) and hand sanitizers (16.9 oz) per employee/staff.
MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS
Little League CA District 54

For the first time, you can now support 13 Little Leagues directly by giving online. Your donations will help District 54 which supports Leagues in Placer County, Sacramento County and El Dorado County in 2021!
Join us for our 30th Anniversary and experience the unrivaled beauty of El Dorado County one sip at a time with Passport to THE GREAT OUT THERE. Over 20 wineries will share their innovative spirit over three fun-filled days between April 16–18! Not only will they delight your taste buds with incredible food and wine pairings, but each winery will engage you in an experience that captures the essence of their unique story. Your journey to THE GREAT OUT THERE will create treasured memories of wine, food and fun!
STAYING CONNECTED
Tag Us on Social Media: @ElDoradoHillsChamber and we will help with engagement, advertising, and promotion of your business or organization. #KeepItLocal365 #StrongerTogether #ElDoradoHillsChamber
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2085 Vine Street, Ste. 105
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762