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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
Membership Monday
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Join us for
Breakfast on December 6, 2019
Friday, December 6, 2019
8:30 to 10:00 am
Feather & Stone Restaurant
38 West Street
Walton, NY 13856
Click here to register.
Start your day with a little productive and profitable networking!
Our monthly first friday eat & meet breakfast is a terrific opportunity to network before your workday begins. Make new business connections, brush-up your existing contacts, meet new and old friends, and keep current on what's happening in our region.
Th
e featured speaker for this event is Senator Jen Metzger
elected to the New York State Senate in 2018 to represent the 42
nd
District, a largely rural district in the Hudson Valley and Catskills that includes all of Sullivan County, and parts of Orange, Ulster, and the towns of Hamden. Walton, Downsville Tompkins and Delhi in Delaware Counties.
Prior to her election, she served for over a decade in local government, and also directed an organization fighting for fairer utility rates and a clean energy economy that creates good local jobs. She brings to the State Senate a much needed local-level perspective on the challenges faced by our rural communities, a commitment to improving the lives and opportunities of the residents in her district, and a track record of working with people of diverse perspectives to get things done.
This event is sponsored by Wayne Bank.
Wayne Bank has branches located in Andes, Hamden, Walton, Roxbury Stamford and Franklin.
Today, Wayne Bank has grown to $1.1 billion in asset size and employs more than 200 local people.
Norwood Financial Corp, a bank holding company, was created in 1996, with Wayne Bank as a subsidiary. Stock is traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol NWFL
In a world of sudden start-up financial institutions, and just as sudden disappearances, Wayne Bank possesses an impressive longevity that will provide security for its customer, well into the future.
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This newsletter is sponsored by:
NBT Bank works with businesses of all sizes to develop individualized plans that help foster their success.
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Delaware County's 'I Pledge' Campaign Kicks Off
The Chamber is putting a new spin and fresh twist on the national annual Shop Small campaign with a Delaware County-specific focus which includes our own 2019 'I Pledge" campaign!
The Chamber is encouraging business owners, residents and local officials to pledge to keep their dollars circulating in the local economy by eating, shopping and spending locally.
Support small businesses that support our communities and our county!
You will see these posters in businesses and other high-visibility, high-traffic locations throughout Delaware County reminding all of us to support the foundation of our local economy.
If you would like a poster for your location please stop by our office located at 5 1/2 Main Street in Delhi.
Attendees at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County's 2019 Annual Meeting and Harvest Banquet on November 14 took the pledge to shop small ! |
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Supporting Agriculture
The Chamber helped celebrate and support Delaware County agriculture at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County's 2019 Annual Meeting and Harvest Banquet held at The Castle on the Delaware in Walton, on Wednesday, November 13.
Pictured above, from left, are: New York State Assemblyman Brian Miller, Davenport Supervisor and owner of Davenport Garden Center, an agricultural business, Delaware County Department of Economic Development Specialist Evan Bowker, keynote speaker New York State Senator Jen Metzger and Chamber President Ray Pucci.
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Hiring Our Heroes - 2019 Veterans Job & Resource Fair
The Chamber, in collaboration with the New York State Department of Labor and CDO Workforce, held the inaugural Veterans Job & Resource Fair on Thursday, November 14 at the Sidney American Legion Post, providing veterans with access to information, education and resources to start their own business, as well as opportunities to apply for jobs at area businesses.
Mitzi Sackett of The Arc of Delaware County was one of many businesses taking applications from prospective employees at the Veterans Job & Resource Fair.
Community Bank N.A. representatives, from left, Brad Bernard, Bridget Fisk and Tim Cutting, provided information about lending alternatives at inaugural Veterans Job & Resource Fair held at the Sidney American Legion Post on Thursday, November 14. |
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DelCo360 Local Matters Episode 4 Features Lamport Hemp Farm, The BlueStone at SUNY Delhi, ONC BOCES and The Arc of Delaware County
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From left, Austin and Rosie Lamport, and Chamber staff Lillian Browne and Ray Pucci. |
DelCo360-Local Matters, a collaborative program of the Chamber and Delhi Telephone Company recorded episode 4 on Tuesday, Nov. 12 where we talked to dairy farmers who have turned to hemp farming, SUNY Delhi Hospitality students and faculty operating the newly-opened BlueStone Restaurant on Scotch Mountain Road at the College Golf Course, Mitzi Sackett of The Arc of Delaware County who talked about Studio 190 and other programs and to Monica Towne of ONC BOCES who gave detailed information about turning students into work-ready employees. Check out Delhi Telephone Company's Local 1 cable channel for this Delaware County-centric talk show to find out what's happening in your neighborhood!
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Sponsors Sought for 2019 Good Scout Awards Dinner
To become a sponsor contact
Paul Van der Kruik,
Foothills District Executive,
Leatherstocking Council at
845-597-5408 or
607-432-6491 or
paul.vanderkruik@scouting.org.
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Third Annual Trash 2 Cash Event is a Success!
The 3rd Annual Trash 2 Cash event, held in partnership between the Chamber and the Delaware County Solid Waste Management Facility on Saturday, Nov. 9, was a success. Approximately 75 people toured the facility from 10 a.m. to noon, and learned about composting, recycling and re-sale of materials.
Delaware County Solid Waste Management Facility Director Tyson Robb guides residents on a tour of the material recycling facility also known as The "MuRF" on Nov. 9. |
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DURR and United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties Celebrates Imagination Library with Free Train Ride and Book
On Tuesday, Nov. 12, the Delaware and Ulster Railroad and United Way of Delaware & Ulster Counties celebrated the Delaware County expansion of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library - which provides a free book each month to children ages newborn to 5 to encourage literacy and a love of reading - with a free train ride and a copy of '
The Little Engine That
Could'.
A total of 39 children, and their parents, participated in the event. For more information about United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties visit unitedwaydo.org. For more information about the Delaware & Ulster Railroad visit durr.org.
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Neighboring Sullivan County Plans for Shared Services with Towns and Villages
Capping months of collaborative discussions, Sullivan County's Shared Services Panel on Wednesday unanimously approved a Shared Services Plan that could lead to new efficiencies and cost savings in County, town and village governments.
Two years ago, Governor Andrew Cuomo began requiring leaders of every county and their component municipalities to create a "Countywide Shared Services Property Tax Savings Plan" to identify additional efficiencies beyond that which Sullivan County and many of its colleagues have already implemented. The State has promised to match realized savings dollar for dollar.
The Sullivan County Shared Services Plan proposes the following:
Shared purchasing - first, training local officials responsible for purchasing in their respective municipalities, then working with them to purchase items and services at the lower rates often enjoyed by the County and State, with savings redistributed back to the municipalities.
Shared training - the County would provide State-mandated training for local officials via an online platform, with an expected savings of up to $5,000 per municipalities.
Shared storage - the County is prepared to offer space- and cost-saving electronic file storage to local municipalities and is now piloting that initiative through the Town of Thompson.
Shared tax collection - the County would provide tax collection services for any municipality willing to voluntarily partner accordingly, providing significant cash flow benefits and savings of as much as $20,000 or more per municipality
None of the above are mandatory for towns and villages, but should any of these initiatives be carried out, the Plan will make the County eligible for reimbursement from the State.
The Chamber continues to advocate for a shared services plan in Delaware County.
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Hobart Rotary Sponsors Holiday Market and Gift Fair on Dec. 7
The 2019 Annual Hobart Holiday Market and Gift Fair will be held on Saturday, December 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hobart Community Center, 80 Cornell Avenue in Hobart.
Artists, farmers, bakers, and a variety of craft vendors will be selling jams, jellies, pies, maple food products, home-grown teas, paintings, greeting cards, handbags, unique and creative eco-friendly products, homemade and crafted gift items, and much more.
Interested vendors email
maryvanvalkenburg@yahoo.com or send a message to The Hobart Farmers' Market Facebook page. There is no fee for vendors, but space is limited.
The Fair is sponsored jointly by The Hobart Farmers' Market and Hobart Rotary Club.
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Chamber Now Offers Health Care Options!
Providing quality healthcare for employees can be a
challenge.
Our members tell us that healthcare is a top concern for
their businesses. That's why the Delaware County Chamber has partnered with
the Small Association Leadership Alliance (SALA) to allow our members
access to a comprehensive and cost-effective alternative to traditional
insurance plans. The SALA Healthcare Program offers two preventative care plans
with a medical cost sharing program covering unexpected or catastrophic events.
Participants can expect to save as up to 60% when compared to traditional group
health insurance. Prescription drug and telemedicine programs are also
included. The SALA Healthcare Program helps businesses, who are unable to
provide group health insurance, offer their employees access to affordable,
high quality healthcare.
For more information visit us online at delawarecounty.org.
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Chamber Check-In
Delaware County Chamber of Commerce staff were busy working for their members last week! Take a look at what we have planned in the coming weeks:
For more information about the Chamber visit delawarecounty.org or call us at 607.746.2281.
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Join Us in Honoring Delaware County's 2019 Community Heroes Nov. 19 in Delhi
RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE TODAY!!
The Chamber believes that healthy businesses create healthy communities and the efforts of our members have long lasting impact in their communities. Our Community Heroes Awards are presented to Chamber members who have changed their communities for the better and continue to be models for civic engagement through their commitment to improve life in our region.
The 2019 Delaware County Heroes are:
George Bergleitner, broker with Delaware County Real Estate of Stamford, has been the energy behind the Stamford Christmas Feeling Fund for nearly 50 years, donating countless amounts of food, coats, toys and other items to families in the Stamford area. He continues to be an active contributor to the Stamford Rotary and Knights of Columbus. George also remains active in the Otsego-Delaware Board of Realtors;
Eric Wedemeyer, founding broker of Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties, has touched nearly every positive community effort in eastern Delaware County over the past 40 years. He, through the community-rising effort, helped re-build Margaretville following the devastating flood in 2011. Eric is currently on the board of the new Water Discovery Center in Arkville; and,
Patty Wood, member of the Walton Town Council and community volunteer, has been a vocal and energetic advocate for the Walton community and its youth. Patty is a long-time employee of the Walton Central School District and continues to celebrate and support Walton's youngest minds. She has been incredibly generous with her time in promoting Walton as a great place to live, do business, raise a family or retire.
To purchase tickets click
HERE.
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Your Business Featured Here (FREE)!
In our effort to help all businesses succeed, we want to feature YOUR business here and on our social media channels! If you've received a "Business Feature" email request from our office with a short questionnaire, please answer the questions and submit a jpeg logo or photo that you think best depicts your business, and send to Lillian at
info@delawarecounty.org.
If you have not received an email yet, please feel free to copy and paste the below-listed questions into an email, along with a logo or photo, and we will be happy to help promote your business!
Business Name:
Location:
Contact info including mailing address, website address, email and social media information:
Hours of operation:
Number of Years in Business/Year Business Opened:
What types of services or products does your business provide?:
How many employees do you have?:
Recent or Planned Changes in Operation:
What you want your (potential) customers or clients to know:
Tell others why they should join the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce:
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