Community News
Updates, announcements, and insights from the Chamber and local business community.
Businesses Prep For Restore Illinois Phase 3 Implementation
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker on May 24 released new industry-specific guidelines to allow for a safe re-opening of businesses as the state progresses into the Phase 3 of his five-phase Restore Illinois plan.
U.S. Chamber Shares ‘Guide to PPP Loan Forgiveness’
The Governmental Affairs Committee of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry is sharing information from the United States Chamber of Commerce outlining guidelines for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness, as requireded by the U.S. Treasury Department and the U.S. Small Business Adminitration (SBA).
Special President’s Message Update On COVID-19 For May 2020
While willingly adhering to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s “Stay at Home” Executive Order May 30 extension, business leaders and elected officials across our state are speaking out in opposition to a longer-than-expected timeline within the Governor’s five-phase Restore Illinois plan developed in partnership with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
The HEROES Act Proposes $3T In Additional COVID-19 Relief
Today’s multi-chamber webinar featuring United States Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois 8th District) has been postponed following U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s (D-California 12 District) May 12 legislative proposal for another $3 trillion in federal Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic financial aid.
County Commits $7M To Reinvest DuPage Small Business Relief
DuPage County announced on May 12 the launching of Reinvest DuPage, a grant relief program developed in partnership with Choose DuPage for small businesses and independent contractors. The program will provide grants to sustain some businesses impacted by COVID-19.
Elmhurst Mayor Wants Regional Shift To Restore Illinois
In a May 11 letter to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, City of Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley requested that Elmhurst and DuPage County be removed from the Northeast Region (with Cook County and the City of Chicago) within the five-phase Restore Illinois plan in order for local businesses to open earlier than the late June projection or possible later.
Fix Restore Illinois Plan To Save Restaurants: IRA
The Illinois Restaurant Association (IRA) on May 7 called on Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois General Assembly to modify the Governor’s five-phase Restore Illinois plan to allow restaurants and bars to resume their dine in service in a limited capacity during Phase 3.
ECCI Asks Members To Support Expanded PPP
The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry is seeking our membership’s support for proposed legislation, titled the “Local Chamber, Tourism and 501(c)(6) Protection Act of 2020,” to extend eligibility for federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) relief funding to chambers of commerce, business and trade associations, and fellow 501(c)(6) not-for-profit organizations.
Governor Sets 5-Phase Plan To Restore Illinois
Building on data, science, and guidance from public health experts and after consulting with stakeholders across the state, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker on May 5 announced Restore Illinois, a five-phase plan focused on saving lives, livelihood, and safely reopening Illinois.
President’s Message for May of 2020
While striving to adhere to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s “Stay at Home” Executive Order May 30 extension, our Chamber will continue to work diligently (and safely) to help Elmhurst businesses both sustain operations financially and keep their workforce employed during the health care and economic crisis caused by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic.
State Guidelines Set For Park Use, Recreational Golf
The Governmental Affairs Committee of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry is forwarding information on the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic guidelines for phased re-opening of parks and golf courses, per Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s “Stay at Home” Executive Order extension effective May 1.
WorkNet DuPage Offers IDCEO Essential Business Grants
The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (IDCEO) has made some funds available for WorkNet DuPage and counterpart offices throughout Illinois to prevent essential, small businesses from laying off or furloughing employees, with the amount that can be awarded per company from $5,000 up to $50,000.