"When I hear a guy lost a battle to cancer, that really did bother me, that that's a term. It implies that he failed and that somebody else that defeated cancer is heroic and courageous."
- Norm MacDonald R.I.P. 1959-2021
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News | Information | Advocacy |
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Please contact your members of Congress - Simply Click
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This isn't defeated yet. We need a simple call to action on this one line of legislation that is being proposed. Every transaction in accounts over $600 would need to be reported to the IRS. For what purpose do they need this data?
Are they looking at taxing a $50 gift to your 3-year old? Sold something on ebay for $100 and didn't claim this on your taxes?
Stop this invasion of privacy before it's too late!
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2021 Business Pride Contest - DTE $5,000 Top Prize |
The 2021 Business Pride contest is an opportunity for local small business owners to share how proud they are of their business and any accomplishments they made this year in achieving greater energy efficiency. Business owners are encouraged to highlight their energy efficiency tactics or improvements and how they have benefited their business by reducing their energy use and costs, helping to create a more comfortable and save environment for their employees and / or customers and help the planet.
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New Poll Shows Small Business More Cautious |
More than half (55%) of small business owners believe the health of their business is good, two-thirds (66%) believe their cash flow situation is good, and 58% expect their revenue to increase in the next year.
However, only 1 in 3 (34%) feel the health of the US Economy is good ... thus leading to more cautious decisions.
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Michigan Chamber Statement on Biden's
Proposed COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
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Lansing, MICH – The Michigan Chamber issued the following statement in response to the Biden Administration's announcement that it will pursue a new Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard requiring employers with more than 100 workers to require vaccination or weekly testing.
"Not all states are alike and not all businesses are alike but, in Michigan, this type of top-down state government mandate will have a devastating impact on jobs and the economy," said Rich Studley, President and CEO of the Michigan Chamber. "It is unclear whether OSHA has clear legal authority to arbitrarily impose this regulatory burden on employers and employees," continued Studley. "Job providers should be trusted to work with their employees to determine the best course of action on vaccines and other H.R. policies and to operate free of undue governmental interference."
"For over a year and a half, Michigan employers have been working to follow CDC, OSHA and MIOSHA guidance and keep their employees, customers and workplaces safe from COVID-19," said Wendy Block, Vice President of Business Advocacy and Member Engagement for the Chamber.
"While we agree that increasing the number of vaccinated individuals is a sensible goal and an effective strategy to prevent the transmission of COVID-19, the President's plan goes too far,” continued Block. "Employers should not be forced to require employees to get vaccinated or check their vaccination status.
"This proposal creates winners and losers, pits employers against their employees and, given Michigan's fierce talent market, will almost certainly have the unintended consequence of causing vaccine resistant or vaccine hesitant to quit jobs at places of business with more than 100 employees and look for employment elsewhere," concluded Block.
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We still have some more things that we want to bring to the Winter Fest, and any donations will help us get there! We have sponsors for the Ice Rink (Moving the Mitten) and most of the fireworks (Servis Group and Edward Jones) but are looking for sponsors so we can bring more kids activities to the overall event ...
Also, get your parade applications in! Start decorating your floats now for A Christmas Carol - Past, Present, Future
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Lake Fest Community Conversation
Monday October 11, 6pm - 8pm
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Yes, planning starts now - The Chamber is hosting a community conversation to get your input on how to improve the new Lake Fest. If you have an interest in the arts, music, lake activities, kids events, or overall entertainment, we want to know. We will meet, create breakout groups, and start putting together our Community Festival Improvement Plan.
There is no charge for this event, but due to its popularity we are asking you pre register. We have a limit on the amount of people in the meeting room.
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Introduction to Computers
September 21st
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Belleville Area District Library
This introductory class is designed for the absolute beginner – we start with teaching you how to turn the computer on! The class also includes an overview of desktop/laptop computer set-ups, basic functions, and lots of practice using the keyboard and mouse.
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Live2Lead - Discount Codes End Soon / Watch Promo Video |
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Live2Lead - John Maxwell
October 8th
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Our venue is secured, and thanks to Angel Food Catering to help us upgrade this package to a hot breakfast bar, and a full morning of snacks, drinks, coffee, and tea. Our first A/V check on Friday went smoothly, and we have already sold 50 tickets - This will be a sold out event - you want to get your tickets now, before the Discount Codes run out ...
Members save 20% - Use L2LMEM21
Non Members save 15% - KPGL2L21
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In case you missed it, or we missed you ... |
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Grand Openings this past week |
We advertised and promoted these new businesses this past week - Health Markets & Van Buren Nutrition.
Did we miss you in the past year? Due to COVID, there were several new businesses opened, new members that came aboard, or big announcements that we would have loved to do in person ... Let us help you promote yourself by having an Unofficial 2nd Grand Opening or ribbon cutting event! This is part of your membership in YOUR Chamber!
Please contact us if you are interested!
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Thanks to our Corporate Members |
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248 Main Street - Belleville, MI 48111
(734) 516-0221
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