Hello Chamber Members and Partners,
Here are the latest updates and resources for businesses and employees during this uncertain time.
Send us any questions or updates you may have, we are here to help provide information, connect the dots and assure those in the North Country that we will get through this together.
Onward and Be Well!
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GUIDELINES POSTED FOR LOW-RISK OUTDOOR AND INDOOR ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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Ahead of the anticipated greenlight of Phase Four in the North Country, the State has posted Guidelines for the following initial categories under Phase Four:
- LOW-RISK OUTDOOR ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT: Including outdoor zoos, botanical gardens, and other related low-risk arts and entertainment businesses and organizations.
- Guidelines
- Affirmation
- Safety Plan Template
- LOW-RISK INDOOR ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT: Including museums, historical sites, aquariums, and other low-risk indoor arts and entertainment businesses and organizations.
- Guidelines
- Affirmation
- Safety Plan Template
- MEDIA PRODUCTION: Media Production Activities including activities undertaken in motion picture, music, television and streaming productions on set, on location, or at any production or recording site.
- Guidelines
- Affirmation
- Safety Plan Template
If you are unsure if your operation fits one of these categories, use your NAICS code in the
LOOKUP TOOL
for an immediate answer.
Openings are subject to the official start of Phase Four
in our region and all qualified businesses and organizations are required to affirm the relevant Guidelines and to create and have available a Safety Plan using the provided template.
We will share further word on Phase Four, and any and all further category announcements and guidelines, as they become available.
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Updated Guidelines for Sports & Recreation (Low Risk Youth Sports)
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New York State issued updated guidance for Sports and Recreation. These guidelines are posted on the
Forward NY website.
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An Open Conversation: Racial Inclusion, Diversity and Equality in Business
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An Open Conversation:
Racial Inclusion, Diversity and Equality in Business” is an important and necessary forum on racial equality within business. A panel with diverse experiences and viewpoints will lend expert analysis and advice on the struggles of black business owners as well as examine how all business leaders can diversify their workplace at all levels, and ensure that employees maintain an inclusive business environment that respects all employees, customers and clients.
- Date: Thursday, June 25
- Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
It is FREE and open to all businesses.
Panelists include:
- Dr. Hazel Dukes | President, NAACP New York State Conference
- Garry Johnson | Economic Development Chair, NAACP New York State Conference
- Helen Brooks | Senior State and Local Government Affairs Representative, FedEx Corporation
- Michael J. Garner | President, One Hundred Black Men of New York
- Michelle McCleary | Immediate Past President, National Black MBA Association – New York Chapter
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To help the North Country reopen safely and meet the state and local mandates,
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he North Country Chamber of Commerce
has created a comprehensive list of resources to navigate state and local requirements. Check out the home page for details. There is also a
series of webinars
available for businesses to help educate and provide answers to common questions.
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- Forward NY: Official State Website for opening procedures and guidelines.
- Looking for Supplies: If your business is looking for hard to find protective products, we have created a list of businesses offering hand sanitizer, gloves, wipes, masks and other items.
- Now Hiring: Whether you are hiring or looking for work, we have a page dedicated to helping pair potential employees with employers.
- Webinars: Did you miss one of our webinars, you can find them all here.
- SCORE: Visit Scores Coronavirus page for webinars and useful articles for small businesses.
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Have Questions? We're here to help!
North Country Chamber of Commerce
518.563.1000
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