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We are pleased to share the following news, happenings, and collaborations with you! The information contained in this week's newsletter was shared with the Chamber on or before noon on the Thursday before it was sent. To have your information considered for inclusion in future issues, please submit your information on or before noon on the Thursday before you'd like it published. |
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- Travel Guide & Brochure Exchange
- Conde Nast Traveler Waterfall Pick
- Partner Updates
- Hints from Hardy
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- Apps open: Debra Harrington Scholarship
- Help to find employees
- Chamber looking for mural artist
- Cow Cuddling Comes Home
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Visit Watkins Glen
& Schuyler County
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Watkins Glen
Area Chamber
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NY Forward & Other
Government News
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#SleeveUpSchuyler
2022 NYS budget announced
Shuttered Venue Operators update
Small Business Loan Info
COVID Guidance: Small Business
Connect with the State
Health Insurance Deadline Extended
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2021 Travel Guides are here
The 2021 Travel Guide has arrived at the Chambers Information Center at 214 N. Franklin Stree. Members are welcome to stop by and pick up supply. Each box has 100 guides and weighs 20 pounds. View the Travel Guide online.
Travel Guides will also be available at the annual Brochure Exchange, scheduled for May 7 at Grist Iron from 8:30 to noon. Register to participate in the brochure exchange. Pick up the Travel Guide, brochures from your business colleagues, and share your marketing materials with other Chamber members who can help you spread the word about your offerings and opportunities.
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Rainbow Falls: one of 8 must-see waterfalls!
So says Conde Nast
Conde Nast Traveler featured eight waterfalls in a recent edition. Rainbow Falls, one of the waterfalls in the Watkins Glen State Park, made the list, which included locations from Alaska to Hawaii. Read the full story here.
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April Mixer focused on WGI
Engines roared once again at Watkins Glen International last weekend during the track's Opening Weekend. Season details, special promotions, and community-wide collaborations headlined the Chamber's monthly mixer in April (held on 4/7). Members were invited to join via zoom. The community was invited to attend this mixer via Facebook Live. Exciting things happening and collaborations forming! If you missed it, watch the recording. And ... mark your calendar: the May mixer will be May 5. Our last planned virtual event, the May After Hours Mixer will highlight the Finger Lakes Boating Museum (just in time for the boating season!). And ... mark your calendar for the return of live events in June at Idlwilde Inn.
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Debra Harrington Scholarship: Class of '21
Schuyler County members of the Class of 2021 / graduating students from Bradford, Odessa-Montour, and Watkins Glen Central School are invited to apply for the Debra Harrington Scholarship. Debra was a passionate advocate for leadership development and enhanced educational programs for students. The winner will be announced at the graduation ceremony, and the $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to the student after successful completion (3.0 GPA or better) of the first semester of college of training. Details and application are available here. Submissions will be accepted through April 30, 2021.
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Calling All Artists
The Watkins Glen Chamber of Commerce is seeking applications to paint a mural on the southeast side of the Chamber’s Information Center at 214 N. Franklin Street. When completed, the mural should assist in attracting visitors to Watkins Glen, Schuyler County, and the Finger Lakes (Wine Country). Finished size should be between 150- and 200-square feet. The applicant selected to create the mural will receive $2,700 (inclusive of labor and supplies), presented by the ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes. Applications should be submitted to the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce by April 15, 2021. The winning artist will be notified by April 22, 2021, and expected to commence work on or before April 24, 2021. The mural must be completed by May 15, 2021.
To be considered, please submit the following:
- Resume
- Portfolio of previous work
- Sketch of proposed mural that supports the mural’s theme: Farm Country’s Farm Friends
- References
Preference will be given to local artists. Submissions will be judged on the following:
- Artistic merit of the design
- Appropriateness of the design for the location, including the scale, content, color and design in relation to the site
- Concept promotes the theme (Farm Country’s Farm Friends Mural) and incorporates winged creatures (e.g., butterflies, birds, bees, dragonflies, and/or bats) with patterns made from local attractions (e.g., forest, park, lake, cars, grapes, crops, farm animals
- Concept incorporates opportunity for selfies
- Artist’s qualifications
- Originality of the design
The selected artist will be expected to prime the surface, paint the mural using acrylic, exterior paint, and protect the mural against weatherization.
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Welcome to new members
Mattress by Appointment: Montour Falls, (607) 742-0058
Arrowhead Creek on Waneta Lake: Dundee, (607) 292-3370
Red Kettle Inn Bed and Breakfast (rejoin): Watkins Glen, (607) 210-4552
Dodson Destinations Consulting: Pittsford, (585) 387-0839
Seneca Sailing Adventures (new ownership): Watkins Glen, (607) 742-5100
We look forward to sharing their news and highlighting these businesses on our website: explorewatkinsglen.com!
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Let the Chamber know about
your events and spring traditions
Let us help you celebrate spring traditions, holidays, and festivities! We want to share your events on our social media platforms and newsletters. Like us on all our social channels (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter), and we’ll return the favor! Using this form, please submit your public event to notify the Chamber and its staff. Pending membership the Chamber will assist in promoting the event to visitors and locals alike!
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Hints from Hardy
Business and hospitality hints
from Michael Hardy
Work Smarter
Hint 1
You’ve probably all heard me say it: “We need to work smarter, not harder.” As we all prepare for what is predicted to be a banner summer, there’s no denying that we will have more projects than hours in the day to accomplish them. I encourage you to take inventory of the tools you have access to at and from the Chamber and prioritize using them.
The Chamber staff are here and happy to help you however we can. We are your pit crew team, and we are committed to making your goals our priority. To do this, we work hard at offering informational sessions and creating up to date, relevant, and useful calls-to-action in our monthly printed publication (The Engager), our weekly electronic newsletter (The NHC), social posts, and ongoing updates and enhancements to www.explorewatkinsglen.com.
We design and share these tools for you, your staff, and your clients and guests (those who are already reserved as well as those who have yet to reserve). The maps available in our 2021 Travel Guide, the events listed on our web calendar, and the web sections that highlight places to stay and to eat are ideal mechanisms to encourage our visitors to come earlier than they expected, stay longer than they imagined, and return again with family and friends.
We work behind the scenes to provide information and tools that can be used to realize your objectives. Now that the Travel Guide is published (watch for updates on where and how it’s being distributed to bring visitors to our community), we are fully committed to filling in the blanks on the website. Please help us. We need members to add pictures, a description of your operation, and keywords to the web content. Below, you’ll find information about this month’s training for Simpleview, the back-end tool to manage your presence on the Chamber website.
Let me close with one more saying: “The web is never done.” Once we get the pictures, descriptions, and keywords done, we’re excited to launch couponing – one more way for you to get clients and guests in your doors.
Hint 2
As a follow-up to a hint in last week’s NHC, here is a link to a webinar I sat in on from the Business Council on the Legalization of Cannabis. I hope it helps to raise awareness and conversations that will help to set your organizations’ procedures and policies in the days, weeks, and months ahead.
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Register today for the
Brochure Exchange
The annual Brochure Exchange will be on May 7 at Grist Iron from 8:30 to noon. Online registration is open (and required). Pick up the Travel Guide, brochures from your business colleagues, and share your marketing materials with other Chamber members who can help you spread the word about your offerings and opportunities.
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Join us April 13
for "Talking Tuesdays"
Chat with Executive Director Michael Hardy about the pressing issues for tourism-based businesses. The next "Talking Tuesdays" will be 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 13. These sessions are comprised of brainstorming, planning, information from the Chamber, and from time to time a guest speaker. All tourism-based members and partners are welcome. All sessions are held via Zoom, and advance RSVP is not required. Coffee break, snacking and /or brown-bag lunches during zoom are encouraged.
Zoom link:
Meeting ID: 874 4108 3852
Passcode: 896020
Mark your calendar for the next Talking Tuesday: April 27 from noon to 1pm with Cindy Kimble, from Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance. Cindy will share the share National Heritage initiative (see below) and take your questions. Login for this Zoom meeting will be the same as above.
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The next Simpleview training is Tuesday, April 20
Mark your calendar for this month’s Simpleview training from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 20. The web is your best marketing tool and the Chamber’s new website (explorewatkinsglen.com) offers many benefits for members. This month’s training will help you make the most of these benefits. Discover all of your options to connect with potential customers and ask questions during this live training.
One of the benefits is the ability to list your business in up to four sub-categories. Each member is assigned a category upon joining the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce. Members are able to choose descriptive sub-categories. Please make up to four selections of sub-categories by downloading this document. You can submit the document with updates, including business name and contact information, via email, in person, or by mail. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, please let us know!
Zoom link for the April 20 training:
Meeting ID: 845 7188 3465
Passcode: 505818
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Next B2B Meet Up
is Wednesday, April 21
The next Business to Business (“B2B”) will be Wednesday, April 21 from 2 to 3 p.m. via Zoom. Attendees will have the opportunity to share updates regarding their business/organization during our "Around the Screen" portion of the program. The "B2B Meet Up" is a monthly networking and business exchange program. The guest speaker will be Angela LaVecchia, who will be discussing franchising and small business. Angela is a Franchise Consultant for FranNet of Rochester & the Finger Lakes. She provides consultation services at no cost to individuals who are serious about seeking business ownership opportunities. Angela is a matchmaker- matching personal, professional, and financial goals of her clients with carefully pre-screened national franchise companies. She coaches her clients on how to thoroughly search and evaluate franchise opportunities. Angela's intention is to guide her clients safely toward their dream of business ownership. RSVPs are required. Please RSVP at info@watkinsglenchamber.com.
Meeting ID: 815 3020 0081
Passcode: 538028
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Spring Wine and Cheese returns
to Seneca Lake Wine Trail April 16
The Seneca Lake Wine Trail is hosting Spring Wine and Cheese on Friday, April 16. This self-guided tour will take attendees to six participating wineries, with each featuring a wine of their choice paired with a delicious, cheese-themed dish for event attendees to enjoy.
The dishes will be served with carefully selected wines, to showcase both the wine and the food and foster learning about the art of pairing wine and food. The knowledgeable servers that staff member tasting rooms are eager to share their knowledge and to make wine approachable and fun.
"This event will look and feel quite different than our 'usual' wine trail events, but we promise that the core hasn’t changed — fantastic wine and delicious food in a friendly, low-key setting," said Brittany Gibson, executive director of Seneca Lake Wine Trail. "Our wineries have really gone the extra mile to be able to host an event of any kind and we hope visitors will make a weekend of it. Spend the day at the event wineries on Friday and use the rest of the weekend to visit the many other wineries along the trail."
As has been the case since reopening last June, Seneca Lake Wine Trail member wineries remain safe, compliant, and open for business. The wineries comply with all protective measures related to COVID-19. Please respect their efforts and do the same, including wearing a mask and practicing social distancing.
Tickets to Spring Wine and Cheese are $160 and sold as tables of four. Due to capacity restrictions, there are a limited number of tickets available. Tickets are on sale now at www.senecalakewine.com.
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Better Business Bureau offers
free webinars focused on websites,
Google, and cybersecurity
As a member of the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, you are able to benefit from offerings of the Better Business Bureau, including three free upcoming webinars:
Reach Customers Online with Google
Wednesday, April 21
1 to 2 p.m.
Cybersecurity During Challenging Times
Thursday, April 22
10 to 11:30 a.m.
For more information please contact Melanie McGovern
at (716) 276-3738 or mmcgovern@upstatenybbb.org.
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2021 Waterfront Festival cancelled
The Waterfront Festival Committee, part of Watkins Glen Promotions, has announced that this year’s planned Festival (originally scheduled for Father's Day) has been cancelled because of the continued concerns surrounding the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic.
Members of the Committee and of the board of directors of Watkins Glen Promotions said they made this decision after a great deal of discussion and evaluation of the health risks involved in any large gatherings which might spread the virus which causes Covid-19.
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Events for agricultural community
Assessing Farm Capital Investment Decisions
April 13, 2021, 12:30-1:30pm. $5.00 per person, which includes a link to the recorded webinar. To register: https://caahp.ccext.net/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=122
NY Beef Quality Assurance Virtual Classroom Training
April 14, 2021, 7:00-8:30 pm. Register by April 13: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYod-uvrDguHdPhY1eJ4ZLV6t48O_hmx0nQ
Farm Business Transfer Planning
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Member News & Collaborations |
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Looking for Employees?
Consider These Options
To help employers in the tourism industry find employees, the New York State Division of Tourism together with the New York State Department of Labor offer the following:
- A tourism-specific page on the NY Hire Now job bank
- Stand-alone tourism-specific virtual job fairs and/or tourism tracks. In anticipation of the spring/summer season, consider these virtual job fair dates:
- April 15: Tourism Pavilion at Finger Lakes Regional Job Fair
- April 29: Tourism Pavilion at Southern Tier Regional Job Fair
Sign up for a free booth at the appropriate job fairs. Questions? Contact Kelly Garafalo-Wilkins at kelly.garofalo@esd.ny.gov.
In addition, the New York State Department of Labor is partnering with CSS Workforce NY, SUNY Corning Community College, and the Greater Southern Tier BOCES to host the Southern Tier Regional Virtual Career Fair, held on April 29, from 11am to 2pm. Recruiters will enjoy a customizable exhibitor booth equipped with high-resolution avatars, and special tabs to share video content, brochures, job vacancies, company overviews, and more, at no cost. The virtual fair enables real-time interaction between recruiters and candidates. Registration is requested by April 14. For more: https://nysdolvirtual.getyourbooth.com/event2
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Seneca Lake Wine Trail: "Wineries are hiring."
Seneca Lake wineries are hiring and are eager to recruit and train candidates in preparation for the 2021 season. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to work hard, a positive attitude, the ability to work within a team, and a heart that's rooted in hospitality. If you are interested (or know someone who might be), but don't know wine, that’s probably okay! Most wineries can (and are willing) to train and educate the right candidate.
The perks? Every day is something different, a beautiful work environment, zero standing around, meeting new people, learning about wine, and potentially growing in the industry.
Interested candidates are invited to contact Brittany Gibson (brittany@senecalakewine.com).
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Finger Lakes Wine Country:
"We are feeling positive."
Reports from a leading market research consultancy that Finger Lakes Wine Country works with is sharing that travel optimism is growing. According to their study, "Eight in ten American travelers have travel plans during the next six months. This remains steady...and is approaching pre-pandemic levels." This increase in travel intentions is driven by fewer travelers determining travel plans based on COVID-19, as compared to the same period of time last year. Read more of the findings here.
Considering drive destinations are among the most likely to be at the top of the list for most American travelers, Finger Lakes Wine Country is well positioned to have strong visitation this year. Our region is perfectly situated within a five-to-six-hour drive from several major metropolitan areas in the Northeast. In addition, the rural nature of our region is extremely attractive to visitors seeking safe, socially distanced experiences.
All this considered, the team at Finger Lakes Wine Country is busy "spring cleaning" its program of work, brushing up their communications plan, and optimizing their marketing channels. FLWC leaders recommend you do the same for your business!
- Make sure your website and social media have up-to-date business hours, updated imagery with socially distanced experiences or your team members wearing face masks.
- Set appropriate expectations for your guests--perhaps reservations are now encouraged or certain experiences are limited at this time.
- Check your business listing on the Finger Lakes Wine Country website.
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Acquisition ramps up resources
Perry & Carroll, Inc. announced today it has been acquired by High Street Insurance Partners (HSIP), an independent insurance brokerage firm. Founded in 2018 in Traverse City, Michigan, High Street provides an array of business insurance and risk management, employee benefit and human capital management, financial and retirement services, personal insurance, and specialty risk solutions. High Street consists of over 450 coverage specialists and consultants across the country and was recently recognized as a Top 100 Insurance Agency. Perry & Carroll and High Street share similar beliefs and values surrounding the importance of community. High Street seeks to partner with community-focused agencies and strives to provide superior levels of service to their clients.
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Forest in Focus
Perry The National Forest has been busy all winter with updates and preparations for the 2021 season. Lots of trails to hike and spots to enjoy nature. The Park asks that we respect the trails. Some of them may be muddy and easily damaged. Sassafras Pond is one of the hidden gems in the National Forest system. Although unmarked, it's a great destination. Located on the north side of the Picnic Area road, look for a mowed trail leading to the Pond. Thanks to a National Environmental Policy Act decision, visitors will be able to access the pond after safely parking off the roadway.
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Library adds services
The Montour Falls Library is now a member of the New York State Talking Book and Braille Library ensuring patrons have access to Braille talking books, newspapers, magazines, and other print or audio materials. Questions? Call (607) 535-7489
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Farm to Chef Winners announced
From March 22 to April 4, some of the region’s top chefs competed to make the most delicious and memorable dishes using farm goods produced in Schuyler County, in the first-ever Harvest Schuyler Farm-to-Table Chef Competition. Votes from the public helped determine the outcome and which chefs won the prizes. The winners were:
- Most creative dish – New Zealand Style Beef and Havarti Pies, chef Elin Dowd of Idlwilde Inn
- The dish voters would most like to try – Grass Fed Black Angus Beef & Veggie Potpie topped with Garlic Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuits, chef Samira Baida of Ryan William Vineyard
- Best presentation –Upside Down Hamburger Pie with Root Vegetable Gravy, chef Hilary Niver-Johnson of Finger Lakes Wine Flour
Also competing were chef Lisa Shrout of Hidden Valley 4-H Camp (Ying Yang Meatballs) and chef Nick Thayer of Nickel’s Pit BBQ (Beef and Verjooz Ricotta Ravioli and Maple Apple Dumplings). The Harvest Schuyler Farm-to-Table Chef Competition was held virtually, with the chefs documenting their progress on the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County Facebook page and website (www.cceschuyler.org).
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Cow cuddling has come to Schuyler County and the Finger Lakes. Beginning in May, Sunset View Creamery, located in Odessa, NY, will open its doors for embraces, reflection, and some stress-free time with their bovine beauties. Thirty-minute sessions, both group and private sessions, with hand-picked cows will be available.
“The idea has been percolating for a bit,” said Sunset View Creamery owner Carmella Hoffman, who credits Jess May (her daughter-in-law) with breathing life into the idea. “We listen to our visitors and believe there’s a real demand for this experience. People are looking for opportunities to de-stress. Nature – and everything nature has to offer, like spending quiet time with a cow – is a terrific way to do that.”
Originally from – and well established in – the Netherlands, cow cuddling can be connected to science that supports the elemental magnetism of cows. Because bovines are large and warm and have a heartbeat slower than ours, the theory suggests that wrapping your arms around a cow – or simply petting them – can increase oxytocin levels in humans — the hormone released in social bonding.
Cow cuddling is an extension of Sunset View Creamery’s main focus: producing artisan milk cheese crafted with knowledge from five generations of family dairy farming on a nearly 350-acre farm.
Also coming soon … cornhole and outdoor checkers, played with "cow-inspired checkers.”
“We understand that not all of our guests will want to cuddle with cows,” said Carmella. “We work hard to be progressive and meet our customers’ needs.”
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Kindness, Compassion, & HEART!
Exploring the Lives of Farm Animals: Lessons that Teach Compassion is a guide for early education learners. Created by Farm Sanctuary and HEART this curriculum helps nurture students’ compassion for animals and each other through teaching strategies aligned to Common Core Standards and SEL Core Competencies. Our local Farm Sanctuary is not open, due to COVID concerns, but to read more about the program that is currently available, visit the web.
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Apps Open for Grow-NY
The Grow-NY initiative provides funding, mentorship, business development support, and key resources to leading food and ag start-ups. A total of $3 million in prizes will be awarded to 7 start-ups. Applications for the 2021 Grow-NY competition may be submitted through July 15. Read more.
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Finger Lakes Farm Country
Visitors to the Finger Lakes continue to enjoy agri-tourism experiences. Touring farms, visiting with animals, learning about agricultural operations and nature's sweetness are sought after experiences. Please share what you're doing with the Chamber and Finger Lakes Farm Country so we can share your news too!
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Schuyler County Historical Society goes digital
The Schuyler County Historical Society has received federal funds to digitize and distribute its collections. One of 98 organizations selected, the Society will begin with the history of the Squires Drum and Bugle Corps and extend to oral histories and a photography slide show. Contact the Historical Society for volunteer opportunities and ways to assist.
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Virtual Ag Solutions Fair
In partnership with National Grid and NYSERDA, the Institute for Rural Vitality will be offering a two-week webinar series that provides resources for farm and food businesses to access capital and markets. Participants can register for any of the six webinars now through April 16. All webinars and resources discussed will be made available on the Ag Solutions Fair website following the event. To register and to access the full schedule of events, please visit https://www.cobleskill.edu/institute/.
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PPP assistance available
Chemung Canal Trust Company is a resource for those who would like to learn about the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Manager Bruce Boughton is available to discuss your situation and potential options to access a PPP loan. Contact Bruce at bboughton@chemungcanal.com. He looks forward to guiding you through the process.
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Public input sought
to designate FLX region
National Heritage Area
The Finger Lakes region of New York is under consideration for designation as a National Heritage Area. Currently, the National Park Service is studying the feasibility of designating 14 counties of the Finger Lakes region as a National Heritage Area.
Public input is sought by the National Park Service, with the 90-day comment period under way and continuing through June 1, 2021. To offer your thoughts, please submit your comments via this link: NPS PEPC - Documents Open For Review
“Input from the public regarding the creation of a national heritage area in the Finger Lakes is critical to the study process. We also hope to learn more about the region from the people who know it best,” said Allen Cooper, regional chief of planning, National Park Service. “The information, interest and inquiries we receive from the public help inform our work as we assess the Finger Lakes as a potential National Heritage Area.”
The lengthy process of designating an area as a National Heritage Area has continued virtually during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can learn more here about what is a National Heritage Area. Visiting this link will take you to updates about the study on making Finger Lakes a National Heritage Area.
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THIS SPACE RESERVED FOR LODGING MEMBERS
Any and all lodging members are welcome to share their spring specials
with the Chamber, to help spread the word here in our e-news
and on our social media platforms and website. Send us a note, please!
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#SleeveUpSchuyler social media campaign debuts |
Schuyler County Public Health is kicking off their #SleeveUpSchuyler social media campaign to promote COVID-19 vaccination in Schuyler County. Community members can participate in the campaign a few different ways. They can:
For information about COVID-19 vaccines and vaccination site options available for Schuyler County residents, visit Schuyler County Public Health’s website at: SchuylerCounty.US/PublicHealth. The website includes Schuyler County COVID-19 vaccine clinic registration links (when available), information and links for pharmacies, Frequently Asked Questions, and more.
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FY 2022 budget released & explained
Governor Cuomo released the fiscal year budget last week to reimagine, rebuild, and renew the State. Many provisions are included, including a bill that establishes the COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program for providing $800 million in grants to assist small businesses affected by lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic, administered by the Empire State Development Corporation. Details of Cuomo's announcement are here.
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It's open: Shuttered Venue Operators grant application
The Small Business Administration's Shuttered Venue Operators Grants for Applications opened at noon on April 8. $16.2 billion is available for venues, theatres, and more. Get the details: https://www.svograntportal.sba.gov/s/
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PPP small-business loan program deadline
extended to May 31 with Senate vote
Senate passed a bill Thursday extending until May 31 the deadline for Paycheck Protection Program applications. The PPP Extension Act of 2021 also gives the SBA an additional 30 days beyond May 31 to process those loans. The House-passed measure now goes to President Joe Biden for his signature. Click here to learn more
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Small business guidance and
loan resources during COVID-19
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SBA offers several different relief options to help businesses, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations recover from the impacts of COVID-19.
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In the know: follow actions at the state level |
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New York's health insurance
Open Enrollment Period now extended
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that New York's health insurance Open Enrollment Period will be further extended to May 15, 2021, aligning with states across the country. Click here to learn more
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PROMOTE YOUR NEWS AND EVENTS
Add your happenings to the Public Events Calendar on our website!
Add your event quickly, easily, and at no cost. Click here for the submission page.
SHARE YOUR NEWS — VIA CHAMBER SOCIAL MEDIA & ENEWS
We will gladly feature your upcoming events and news on our social media channels and in our newsletter.
Contact Michael at (585) 721-6032 or send him your news
CONNECT WITH THE CHAMBER TEAM
Office Phone: (607) 535-4300
Katherine Jack, Visitor Center and Office Administrator email
Abby Lane, Events and Membership-Engagement Manager email
Stephanie Specchio, Director of Communications and Marketing email
Karen Dodson, Membership (Part-Time/Contract) email
Michael Hardy, Executive Director email and (585) 721-6032 (cell)
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