Tuesday, May 19, 2020
This week's e-newsletter brought to you by Chairman's Circle Level Member
Message From Your Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
What Businesses Can Be Open Vs. Who Can't Be Open
To learn more visit the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce COVID19 Page!
Some of Your Unemployment Insurance Questions/Concerns Addressed Here - Safely Reopening: What Businesses & Workers Need to Know
As businesses open and employees start to return to work, click the button below for answers to some of the commonly asked questions which include:
  • Your business is allowed to open, what documents do you need available?
  • If any employee denies your offer to return back to work, are they still eligible for unemployment benefits?
  • If an employee feels their businesses isn't operating under safety protocols, what steps can they take?
  • And more!
COVID19 Preparedness Plan Template & Instructions



Is your business ready to open?

Under Executive Order, it is required for your business to have a COVID19 Preparedness Plan ready and available to present if asked!

Click the button below to access a template to create a COVID19 Business Preparedness Plan or visit https://willmarareachamber.wixsite.com/wlacc-covid-19 for more information and requirements!
WLACC Announces New Chamber Operations & Finance Manager
We are pleased to announce to you that Shelly Munyon of Spicer has been named the new Operations Finance Manager for the for the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. Shelly has served as the Office Manager at Re/Max Preferred Realty since June 2016 and comes with accomplishments in office management accounting skills, a wide variety of knowledge of the community and volunteerism. In addition, Munyon has served on the Spicer City Council since August 2010.

Shelly's first day with the organization will be Tuesday, May 26th. The role of the Chamber's Operations & Finance Manager is to:

  • Ensure the effective operation of the office.
  • Timely and accurate completion of accounts payable and payroll reports.
  • Daily contact in person and over the phone with members and the general public.
  • Communications including e-newsletters, surveys, webinars, PowerPoint presentations and meeting minutes/notes.
  • Experience with committee/program management and proven experience working with volunteers and the public in a variety of roles.

We look forward to having Shelly as part of the Chamber team.
Virtual Chamber Connection - No Virtual Chamber Connection 5.22.2020
No Virtual Chamber Connection this Friday!

From all of us at the Chamber, we would like to thank all those for their service!
Save the Date to the WLACC Golf Events!
Check our Updated COVID-19 Information & Resources Website
Stay up to date with the newest resources and news on how COVID-19 is effecting Kandiyohi County!

Stay up to date on:
  • What Businesses Can & Can't Open
  • Return to Work: What Employer & Employees Need to Know
  • Kandiyohi County ReOpen Plans & Guidelines
  • and More!
Posting a Job Opportunity
Posting Job Opportunities are a great way for you to utilize your membership at no additional cost, while also incentivizing members to join your team.

Create your Job Opportunity by logging into your Chamber Membership below. If you do not have a login contact 

To view current Job Opportunities click the link below!