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Happenings In and Around the Batavia Chamber of Commerce
February 14, 2022 Weekly Digest
Chairman's Circle Members
Happenings in and around the Chamber!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Today is the day to show that special someone that you care. Do you need a quick gift? Stop in to the Chamber office before 5 p.m. today and purchase Chamber Bucks! It's the gift that works for anyone - plus helps our local businesses.
State of Kane County Address
Last Thursday, Madam Chairman Corinne Pierog spoke to Chamber members throughout the county via a virtual presentation. Her address talked about past and upcoming initiatives to support Kane County businesses. Some key points from her talk include:
- Establishing a county-wide Economic Development Council in 2023
- Launching a "Fabulous Fox River Trail" for expanded tourism
- Reviewing the intersection of land use, distribution centers, trucks, and impact upon roads with affects on people's lives
- Addressing workforce development issues, including the pandemic's affect on women in the workforce and the need for better childcare options
- She applauded the end of Governor Pritzker's mask mandate as it is disruptive to business, but continues to support COVID-19 testing and vaccination
Town Hall for Business
For those of you who like to keep abreast of what is going on in government, a new multi-chamber virtual event welcoming Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, 14th District, takes place this week. Register here and bring your questions about the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law on Thursday.
Reminder! Inspire Scholarships Open
If you know of any Batavia Public School District 101 seniors, encourage them to apply for our four Inspire Scholarships. Up to four students will receive a $750 scholarship in the spring. More information is available by reading our news release. Applications are available here. Please share with fellow employees, friends, family and neighbors!
Many of you have been viewing Mayor Schielke’s weekly videos; here is the link to watch the update recorded on Friday, February 11.
We continually update our home page, bataviachamber.org when new resources and information comes out. Also, check our calendar for new events from us and the community. Make certain you check the calendars regularly!
As always, we are now, and will be in the future, here for you.
Most sincerely,
Margaret, Patti and Shirley
Your Batavia Chamber of Commerce Staff
Please Join Us!
We're networking in person at Acquaviva on Wednesday and everyone is invited. No registration is necessary. Come by to learn about our spotlight nonprofit Happy Hooves Therapeutic Farm and meet your next power partner. See you on Wednesday!
Thursday morning's networking event focuses on the members who have joined us during the pandemic. It is virtual, so you needn't leave your home/office to attend. Register here to receive the Zoom link. All attendees will receive each other's contact information so you can continue the conversations later!
Mark Your Calendars!
Get Your Business Noticed!
Advertising \opportunities are now available on a NEW Batavia map.
Registration and sponsorships are available for the annual Inspire Celebration, now scheduled for April. Email patti@bataviachamber.org to secure your sponsorship at our signature event
News and Updates from Our Members
Donations can be taken to the Batavia Public Library through March 10th.
After a two year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Chip In Batavia and its partners are bringing back the popular Prom Dress Give A Way event on Saturday, March 12. Chip In’s mission is to assist low income and homeless Batavia families in crisis. However, this event is open to any Kane County Junior or Senior. The goal is to ensure that all girls, regardless of income status, can enjoy this right of passage and not sit out due to the typically high expense. Read the entire press release.
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