Update for GOACC Members - COVID-19: Your Family & YourBusiness

#STRONGtogether -- we are all in this together!

We welcome the following business as they are reopening:

Mandy's Flowers - open for customers!El Sombrero - dine in, take out and deliveryJcPenney's opened for shopping!A Slice of the 80s -- offering Buy 1 16" Pizza Get 1 50% (Need code from their Facebook)

Randy's Fireside -- inside and outdoor diningThird Base Bar & Grill -- inside diningSparky's Pizza - opening with regular hours and indoor diningGrand Slam Grill - indoor dining, outdoor dining and takeout still availableGreen Acres - opened for indoor diningWoodside Tavern on the Range - family style dinners optionsUnion Whisk(e)y - come sit inside or out on their patioState King - inside and outside optionsSubway West State Street -- indoor dining with outside option still availableA Jason Clemons Salon - come see the crew and get your hair done!Village Green - inside dining openA&J's Subs and Pizza - inside dining available with outside option still availableand opening this Friday -- the Old Library Restaurant!

Not on the list? Please Chamber members -- as you begin re-opening -- let us know.

Below is information and listings of community resources for member businesses/organizations and your employees. We encourage you to read through this email.

If you would like others from your company to receive our email communication vehicles –CyberNews and monthly On the Go newsletter -- please email their addresses and any otherfolks, too, to our member services director, Erica.

Common sense. Don't panic.

Just Checking in -- If you are open for business, have you completed...

Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 businesses -- congratulations on your reopening! GOACCwants to make sure you have done all steps for your reopening. All opened businessesshould have completed a business safety plan (kept on file at your business) as well asguidelines review WHICH needs affirmation completed by checking a box and filling yourbusiness particulars at the bottom. We also have a list of member companies that can helpwith PPE, cleaning materials and more for purchase. #StrongTogether

EIDL Reopened

To further meet the needs of U.S.small businesses and non-profits,the U.S. Small Business

Administration reopened theEconomic Injury Disaster Loan(EIDL) and EIDL Advance programportal to all eligible applicantsexperiencing economic impacts dueto COVID-19 this week.

Guidelines and Apply Here...

Questions? Please contact: RyanSmith. For additional information aboutthe NYS MWBE program, please visit

online.

Tomorrow WMBE Webinar

JUNE 18: NYS MWBE RegionalOpportunities Virtual Expo, 8:45 a.m.to 3 p.m. The NYS Western NY MWBEVirtual Expo aims to provide moreinformation on local and regionalcontracting opportunities as well ascapacity-building resources and tools.Please see below for webinar andregistration details:

Virtual Session 1: Opening Remarksand Regional Economic DevelopmentCouncil Panel. TIME 9:45 a.m. to 11a.m. REGISTER HERE

Virtual Session 2: Western New YorkSpecial Projects. TIME 12 to 1p.m. REGISTER HERE

Virtual Session 3: Locating NY StateContracting Opportunities. TIME 2 to 3p.m. REGISTER HERE

All sessions will include the opportunityfor live Q&A with the presenters!

In addition, the Western NY MWBEExpo will offer: 1-on-1 PhoneConsultations. Please note thatappointment availability is limited andscheduled on a first come first servebasis. To Register for an appointment:email Kaitlyn Covert.

JUNE 23, 25, 30 and JULY 2: ONLINETRAINING WORKSHOP -Operational Excellence andCOVID19, 9 to 11 a.m. each day.Through Jamestown CommunityCollege, the workshop will address thechange in thinking, and the associatedchanges in how the organization needsto operate to come out of the pandemicstronger. Topics covered will include:roles of leadership /customer focus,how to measure/establish the correctperformance metrics, define value fromperspective of customer, and how tocreate a delivery system. The 8-hour workshop cost is $149. Formore information or to register, pleasevisit online.

JUNE 25: MANUFACTURINGeCommerce STRATEGIESWEBINAR, free, 1 p.m. protocol 80invites the area’s manufacturingcommunity to attend a free webinargiven by Curt Anderson of B2BTail.The online marketplace is becomingincreasingly crowded. Standing out tonew customers can be tricky.

During the hour-long session,Anderson will discuss key strategiesfor manufacturers to engage newprospects and drive sales online.

Attendees will also have theopportunity to ask questions.

The webinar is free to attend. Toregister, visit online.

BIKE HELMET VIDEO: Safe KidsSouthern Tier New York (SKSTNY)states it is important to remember thatkids should wear a helmet when ridinga scooter, skating, skateboarding orbiking. It is the single most effectivesafety device available to reduce headinjury and death from bike crashes.

SKSTNY and Southern Tier HealthCare System were able to partner withPlanet Marcus and have a videoregarding the importance of a wearinga helmet and fitting tips.

WATCH VIDEO...

PRE REGISTER for City of OleanSUMMER REC PROGRAM forchildren ages 6 to 12. Sign ups are atthe William O. Smith RecreationCenter, Olean with these dates/times: June 18 3 to 6 p.m.June 19 3 to 6 p.m.June 20 12 to 3 p.m.June 22-26 3 to 6 p.m.June 27 12 to 3 p.m.

If you need further information, pleasecall 376-5698.

BE LIKE SAM -- SAM WEARScloth face coverings in publicsettings where other socialdistancing measures are difficultto maintain.

Cloth face coverings may slow thespread of the virus and helppeople who may have the virusand do not know it fromtransmitting it to others. **Pleaseemail if you would like our squirrelfor your business promotionalsignage. Thanks Carpy'sScreenprinting for Sam!!!

WHAT’s SIX FEET APART? Therule of thumb, or rather feet, hasbeen to stand six feet apart inpublic. That’s supposed to be asafe distance if a person nearby iscoughing or sneezing and isinfected with the novelcoronavirus, spreading dropletsthat may carry virus particles.

Some people use dogs, sportingequipment and other visuals toshowcase the six feet -- theChamber went with squirrels!

**Please email if you would likeour squirrel for your businesspromotional signage. ThanksCarpy's Screenprinting!!!

JUNE 20: LIVE HOUSE MUSIC, virtualconcert with Fair to Fiddlin’, 8 to 9 p.m.From their home to yours, keepingmusic alive. Donations can be madeonline. Tune into the Palmer OperaHouse’s facebook page.

If you are interested in performing LIVEat home or stream from Opera House,please contact Michele at 585-209-5512.

JUNE 20: CHICKEN BBQFUNDRAISER, Palmer Opera House,11 a.m. until sold out. This fundraiseris helping support the Palmer OperaHouse, Perfect Blend and By the Lightof the Moon gifts.

The dinner is $12 and includes Stearns½ chicken, mac salad, beans androlls. The chicken only is $7. Bakedgoods will also be for sale. To reserveyour tickets, please call 585-209-5512or 585-209-5513.

June 25: Online Seminars

The seminars on Alzheimer’s Diseaseand Long-Term Care will feature DavidTroxel, renowned author, nationallyand internationally known for his writingand teaching in the fields ofAlzheimer’s disease & long-term care.

TWO SEMINARS

10:30 am –12:30 pmREGISTER HEREThe Importance of Activity &Engagement in Dementia Care

5 pm –7 pmREGISTER HERECommunication & Dementia-RelatedBehavior During the COVID-19 Crisis(and After)

Register above or by calling1.800.272.3900. This program issupported, in part, by grants from theNew York State Department of Health,NYS Office for the Aging, and MonroeCounty Office for the Aging.

The first 100 individuals to pre-registerfor each seminar, will receive a freecopy of A Dignified Life: The BestFriends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care. Limited copies available. Must attendevent to receive a copy. Copies will bedistributed at pick-up locations at alater date to be determined.

Next ConnectLife Blood Drive

JUNE 23: BLOOD DRIVE withConnectLife, Southern Tier HealthCare System, 150 North Union Street,Olean, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Up to date schedule of blood drives

WHAT COMPANY FOURSOME willreign supreme in this Corporate GolfClassic?

JULY 13: GOACC Golf Classic,Bartlett Country Club, Olean, 30Teams

Social Distancing Guidelines inPlace for Classic.

Registration Opens at NoonShotgun Starts 1 PMBox Lunch @ Cart • Steak BakeAwards Cash Bar 6 PMGolf Fees $125 per player/$500 perteam

REGISTRATION FORMJOIN THE CEREAL COMPANIES –these companies are entered in theCorporate CEREAL CHALLENGE

Duggan & Duggan GCBuffamante Whipple ButtafaroData BranchMazza MechanicalKel-Kur Electrical ContractingDresser-RandCutco Corp.

More details, please call GOACC at716-372-4433 or email.

From the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce OFFICE

WE ARE HERE for our MEMBERS and our COMMUNITY

Dear Chamber Members…

GOACC is devoted to making our community a great place to live,work and raise families. Everything we are and everything we do isin the service of a stronger community.

#AHOPstrong -- Allegany, Hinsdale, Olean, Portville

As our businesses slowly reopen, please remember to SHOP LOCAL.

TOGETHER: Local businesses need your support now more than ever.

FOR THOSE NOT OPENED YET: Order from your local restaurants and bars via deliveryservice, to-go, or curbside pickup.

BUY IN ADVANCE: Purchase gift cards or book services from local business to use at afuture date.

FOLLOW ALONG: Your favorite local businesses are online and sharing specific ways youcan support them.

SAY THANK YOU: Many business owners and workers are risking their health to provide

critical products and services. Be thankful.

Please keep an eye on our website (www.oleanny.com) for updates on events, Chambernews, and resources to help your business weather this trying time.

GOACC StaffBobi, Erica, Lisa, Shelby, and Meme

PS -- the #AHOP stencil is being refurbished and we will be out soon stenciling in front ofyour business. In the mean time, we also have these great signs (see AHOP decal rightabove) that can be placed in front of your business. Stop in for one.

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