eNews: Thank YOU for supporting small businesses

THANK YOU for your support of our gift card giveaways. Because of our community's passion for supporting small businesses, we were able to give away more than 100 gift cards to local restaurants and retailers. This week's round was our last, but if you notice another community with a great program that could be implemented in Stillwater, let us know ! We always appreciate your feedback and will welcome any suggestions on how we can continue to support our business community .

PREFERRED MEMBERS

Hideaway

Houck Agency Insurance

Houston, Osborn, Sexton & Thomas

Chase Bank

COMMERCE LAUNCHES REBOOT PROGRAM

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce announced the creation of the Oklahoma Manufacturing Reboot Program which will address the negative effects the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Oklahoma businesses, specifically manufacturers. Awards will range from $25,000 to $150,000, depending on market potential and long-term impact of the new production capabilities on Oklahoma’s economy.

Learn more & apply
Let us know if your organization has extra PPE equipment OR is in need of equipment

MORE RESOURCES

If you missed our virtual town hall with Senator Lankford, the audio and other resources on how to help your business (and yourself) can be found on our resource page .

HR Impacts of COVID-19

What are the future concerns for small businesses as they prepare for the next phase of the economic response of COVID-19? Join this free town hall event as part of the Startup Stillwater series, "In This Together." Local HR experts will explore the legalities of the FFCRA as well as the current actions for small businesses to lessen the impact of this economic blip. Registration will be open soon, so mark this town hall on your calendar and plan to "attend!"

Wednesday, April 22 | 10-11 a.m.

Census Bedlam

In the words of Mayor Will Joyce , " Bedlam never sleeps ." Norman Mayor Breea Cleark challenged our community to fill out the Census. The loser has to wear an OU or OSU hat at a City Council meeting, so don't let Mayor Joyce wear crimson! Currently, Norman has a 50.8% while Stillwater has a rate of 45% . Please encourage members of your organization to respond, and help us spread the word about the importance of reporting in Stillwater . If you have any questions, paynecountycensus.org has answers.

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Who to follow on social media:

Mayor Will Joyce : Facebook Page , Twitter

Stillwater Emergency Management : Facebook Page , Twitter

Oklahoma Department of Commerce : Facebook Page , Twitter

Center for Disease Control : Facebook Page , Twitter

Governor Kevin Stitt : Facebook Page , Twitter

Small Business Administration : Facebook Page , Twitter

Startup Stillwater : Facebook Page

Stillwater Chamber of Commerce

(405) 372-5573

stillwaterchamber.org