PurTeq is an American made product (made in Texas). It is a two-step process that sanitizes surfaces (both hard and fabric) and then provides a 90-day guaranteed surface protection. When searching for a sanitizing product, we wanted something that you wouldn't have to apply again every time someone touched the surface. We also wanted to make sure that the product has legitimate documentation showing that it works on viruses and is safe (non-toxic) to use. That's how we ended up finding PurTeq. We are currently applying this product to all pre-owned vehicles at Michael Hohl GMC. 
- All automotive-related businesses can contact Fast Company for more information (email: support@fastcompanyus.com or visit our website: https://www.fastcompanyus.com/vehicle-disinfection-services)
This product was also just used at the NV Emergency Operations building in Carson City by Sierra Pur Solutions.
- All other non-automotive inquiries can be sent to (email: support@sierrapur.com or visit their website at https://www.sierrapur.com/)
To ensure federal funding for programs that support school-age children and newborns for the next 10 years, parents and guardians need to count all children and babies born on or before April 1, 2020 who are living in their homes when they respond to the 2020 Census. That could mean grandchildren, nieces and nephews, or the children of friends who are living with them. Unfortunately, young children under 5 years old have been historically undercounted in the census. Counting young children is important because population statistics are used by local, state, and federal lawmakers to determine how to allocate hundreds of billions of dollars in federal and state funds annually over the next 10 years in communities for programs such as Head Start, nutrition assistance, and the Children’s Health Insurance Program, among many others.
You can learn more about the importance of counting children in the census and the impact the 2020 Census will have on their future via this story (link below as well) or the Census Bureau press kit on the topic which includes a fact sheet and FAQ document. 
https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2019/11/big-push-to-count-every-newborn-young-child-2020-census.html    
Lander County, Nevada is proposing a revised Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) goal for the Battle Mountain Airport of 3.91% (Race Neutral) for all eligible federally-funded projects at the airport during this period.  In keeping with 49 CFR 26.45(g), an open teleconference will be held on June 4th, 2020 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am PDT.  During this time, interested parties may call in to discuss the proposed 2020-2021 DBE revised goal.  The telephone number for this teleconference is 1-877-643-6951. The participant code is 67146869#. The intent of the call will be to obtain input from various groups on the methodology of this goal setting, and consider any suggestions or changes that may need to be made prior to submission of this goal to the FAA Civil Rights Department.
A copy of the proposed DBE goal and the calculations used to determine this goal may be obtained by contacting David Meyer at dmeyer@jub.com
It's been a long 8 weeks, and, needless to say, we're ready for your arrival! The beds are made, towels are folded and we are patiently awaiting your next visit to the Biggest Little City. This was a tough decision, but one we knew in our hearts had to be done in order to best protect the health and safety of our patrons. With that being said, we have taken this time to develop sanitation policies and procedures to ensure we are opening in the safest way possible for our guests and staff. 
Business owners and leaders: You’re invited to participate in an upcoming (free) series of online collaborations designed to help you RISE above the current climate to emerge operationally fit and stronger.
TAB Reno-Tahoe offers this exclusively to local business owners, CEOs, and Presidents. You will work with each other to develop tailored and well-thought-out action plans to tackle the current and unique challenges (and opportunities) each of your businesses face in a supportive, facilitated, confidential environment.
 In this 4-part series you’ll:
  • Reassess key decisions that impact employees and cash flow
  • Inspect supply chains, customers and revenue streams to identify strengths and areas of weakness
  • Strategize to prepare your business to be in a strong position in the future
  • Execute with agility and focus on the right ideas
 Unlike other webinars or online events, the RISE series puts together a working team to roll up sleeves and leverage the collective brain trust of the participants.
 Starting Wednesday, May 20, 3-5 PM and the three following Wednesdays, 3-5 PM
Register now! Space is limited.
​Reserve your virtual seat for our free webinar Tuesday, May 19th at 11 am, where we discuss strategies for navigating an uncertain economy and the tools available to local businesses to help them thrive.  For more information:
In trying times, our community is at its best when it comes together.
This year, we cannot be together in person, but we are connected in HEART.
 Northern Nevada Virtual Heart & Stroke Ball 
Thursday, June 4, 2020
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. via Zoom Webinar
HEART of Gold Honorees: Frontline & Essential Workers of COVID-19
Our mission is to be a relentless force of a world of longer, healthier lives.
In these unprecedented times, the American Heart Association recognizes
those who are personifying that mission in our community. 
Those on the front lines are a relentless force against COVID-19.
They are the ones caring for patients, keeping us healthy, keeping us fed,
and taking care of our essential needs.
Help us honor them with a special, fun hour together that raises critical,
lifesaving funds so we can continue our core work, confront the coronavirus
and be a relentless force for longer, healthier lives in the place we call home.
Get comfortable and tune in with your American Heart Association family to watch
our very own celebrity chef, Colin Smith, bid on fantastic auction items,
and make memories with the heart and stroke survivors in your life!
PLEASE JOIN US
Limited space available, so register today!
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Run Reno-Tahoe is the first event in our lineup of our new Virtual Run Adventures. This provides you with the opportunity to motivate yourself and others and give to the community all at once. It’s not just a run – many activities can be converted to miles to move you along the 105 mile course in 2 weeks. You can do this solo but can also create a team if you want and get your family, friends and co-workers to join in the fun.
 Track your progress on the electronic course map and see how far you can get!
 #virtualrunrenotahoe
 Registration Details
One flat $25 fee per person no matter if you are participating solo or as a team. You can register now until May 21 (but please be aware that the race will have started on May 15 and will still finish on May 29).
 Who Can Participate?
Virtually anyone! You can participate solo or on a team (max of 6). That's just over 7.5 miles a day for a solo runner. And about 1.25 miles per day for a team of 6.
 Do I actually go run the course?
No, this is a virtual race so you can complete your activities anytime and anywhere you feel comfortable during the race period. Whenever and wherever you run or otherwise perform activities to earn your miles, please do so in a safe manner. And given the COVID-19 pandemic, follow the appropriate guidelines, including social distancing.
 What activities count to “move” me on the course?
Almost any activity - run, bike, walk, hike, swim. There is a way to convert many different activities to miles including steps, golf, basketball, yoga, tennis, dancing and yardwork.
 How long do I/we have to complete the course?
You or your team will have 14 days to complete the course. See how far you can get from May 15 – 29, 2020!
 What do I get?
  • After the race, we will mail you a logo'ed neck gator which these days also serves as a face mask.
  • We will also mail you a Rowdy Bar after the event.
  • You will receive a digital race bib and a digital finisher’s certificate.
  • Access to the electronic course map to track your progress.
  • You will receive encouraging emails as you reach certain milestones which may include some interesting facts about the area.
  • Sense of accomplishment.
  • Sense of camaraderie with a “team” you haven’t been able to see in months.
  • Feeling of pride to donate to the local community in need – a donation will be made to the Community Foundation of Western Nevada COVID-19 Relief Fund.
 Race Info and Registration
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You’re invited to join us to hear a panel of WGU professionals in the discussion on working from home while educating your children. The free webinar will be streamed live on Thursday, May 14 at 10:00 am (MDT) and is scheduled for 45 minutes. To learn more, https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/academic-engagement-webinar.html
The panel will share experiences and tips on how you can make the most of working from home while managing their children’s education schedule. From setting a designated work schedule for you and education schedule for your kids to sharing your availability with your work team, the panel will provide insights on how to effectively manage both responsibilities.
Register now for the webinar: https://wgu.webex.com/wgu/onstage/g.php?MTID=eb4565c4f4bd4ce2e71532fbe7db11ed6  If you are already registered, thank you and we look forward to “seeing” you on Thursday.
Questions? Reach out to us at WGUWebinars@wgu.edu.
Can’t attend our live session? Don’t worry. You should still register. We will be sending out the presentation to all registrants. 
Looking Beyond:  What’s next to help local businesses succeed?
 As the economic landscape continues to shift more and more businesses are left asking, “Now what?”
 Arm yourself with the tactics your local business needs to think beyond the current climate and thrive in the coming months.  Join Beth Plummer, Chief Revenue Officer of Spectrum Reach as she hosts an all-star panel of national and local business insiders – including:
·         Annika Pergament, Senior Business Anchor of NY1
·         David Asman, Host of Fox Business Network
·         Mark Langford, Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center
·         Bridget Weston, Acting CEO of SCORE
 Reserve your virtual seat for Tuesday, May 19th at 12 pm where we discuss strategies for navigating an uncertain economy and the tools available to local businesses to help them thrive.  Topics include:
·         What’s the current economic landscape for local businesses? 
·         What’s future of the local business environment?
·         What are the tangible resources your business can use immediately to succeed?
Learn from the experts and gain the critical tactics to pivot your business towards growth.
​We just launched the Delivering with Dignity Reno-Sparks program in partnership with the Lt. Governor's Office and Liberty Food and Wine Exchange (Chamber member). This program launched as a response to COVID-19; it is an emergency response mechanism that delivers delicious meals prepared by independently-owned restaurants to the doorsteps of our community's most vulnerable, as identified by nonprofit organization (NPO) partners. The DwD Program relies on our amazing community spirit and volunteer drivers that we call Food Heroes. We are in need of 10-15 Food Heroes every day for this program to run smoothly. 
Heart4Heroes is an effort focused on raising funds for small and rural hospitals who are in desperate need of life-saving PPE supplies. Many of these hospitals are in underserved areas, and these communities largely depend on them. This is a great opportunity for businesses to get involved in helping those on the frontlines, while also allowing others to discover your business during this difficult time. You can learn more about how to get involved at: Heart4heroes.org.
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WE'RE BACK! RENEWED, REBORN, BETTER THAN EVER! 
 In Response to "The New Normal" we've improved offering:
 1) Delivery Services
 2) Reduced Costs: Take your Own Photos!
3) Online Webinars/Education
4) "Corona Safe" Best Practices
5) Joint Marketing with Partners (Call us!)
6) Virtual Consultations-Use of Tech.   
 COMING SOON!! New Online Auction
Our Latest Sale Coming May 15th is one of our Best, (and that is saying a lot!!).
Below is a preview of some of the unique items.  If you want to see a more complete compilation, click on the following:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/9h6YAwQv9PmCh7Ld9
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4/8: Sharing your personal story
Video Recording: https://primetime.bluejeans.com/a2m/events/playback/10bc1f3d-c0fd-46fc-af83-84ad89676bf8 


​4/15: Virtual advocacy Video Recording:  https://primetime.bluejeans.com/a2m/events/playback/898186c0-67a1-44df-8eb4-46aedb97de27
 4/22: Association programs and services in your community 
Video Recording:https://primetime.bluejeans.com/a2m/events/playback/3c76af15-dfbd-439f-ac62-7891fc9effe9
4/29: Alzheimer’s Research
Video Recording: https://primetime.bluejeans.com/a2m/events/playback/efcf6067-5457-4d6f-b2ba-5ca3ab737e0d
 Should you have any questions about any of our past webinars, please don't hesitate to contact me or your local public policy lead. As a reminder, you can find your policy lead's contact information in the attached slides. 
 We look forward to hosting our next Alzheimer's Advocacy Academy, "Leading & Participating in Community Events with an Elected Official" this Wednesday, May 6th at 12 pm. We have a great presentation lined up and we hope you can join us! Here's the link to register: Registration Link.
OA-NV response to COVID-19: 
 NEW: Volunteer Financial Navigators (For Individuals) 
This is a one-on-one, virtual, support service using volunteers. They will not be licensed professionals, but folks with backgrounds that can work with the Crisis Team to help people in the community better navigate their emerging financial needs. Four ways to request a Volunteer Financial Navigator (a FREE service) 
Click the “Chat” or “Help” button in the lower right corner of your screen. Start the conversation! 
1. Email your request to Navigator@OANV.zendesk.com 2. Call (202) 925-8209 (This phone # is answered directly by OANV Volunteer Financial Navigators.) 3. Text (202) 925-8209 (This phone # is answered directly by OANV Volunteer Financial Navigators.) Volunteer Needed:  To apply to be a Volunteer Financial Navigator, please click here to download an application with instructions for applying. Click here for a job description. NEW: Community Connections Network (For Agencies) PURPOSE: To share resources, request resources, access 30-minute virtual meetings, expand interagency communications, and access helpful links connecting to vital financial resources, programs and service for Nevadans affected by the COVID-19 crisis. 1. Email your request to join the Community Connections Network to Response@OpportunityAllianceNV.org. Please include your name, title, agency, contact number, city, zip code, any resources you have to share.  2. Click here to request a specific resource that you might find helpful. 3. Click here to share a specific resource you have found helpful. NEW: Community Resources Guide (Click Here) 

In honor of National Volunteer Week, we'd like to thank everyone who's picked up a tool, hauled a Christmas tree, grabbed a trash bag, or helped in a hundred other ways to Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful! While we've had to suspend community cleanups for now, volunteers are at the core of what we do, and we hope you and your family are staying safe during this difficult time. When we're able to resume events, you'll be able to find them on our social media or website. In the meantime, we're posting lots of great tips about sustainability at home. We can't wait for you to join us again; your hard work keeps Truckee Meadows vibrant and strong. We appreciate everything you've done for our organization and our community!
 How's that "working from home" thing going for your team?? Challenging, isn’t it? Susan Giacobazzi is ready to help you with remote workshops customized just for your organization!  
The list of new challenges is endless...
  • Suddenly you’re spending your days in even more meetings than ever. 
  • You're dealing with varying levels of motivation and follow-through on your team, while both agility and humor seem to be lacking. 
  • Silos have been constructed where they never existed.
  • You never know which part of the emotional roller coaster ride your colleagues will be on from one moment to the next.
Yes, it’s messy, but Susan will help your particular group of personalities get back to a place of productivity. You’ll walk away with: 
  • Each employee’s unique thinking, communication, and work styles (which helps you manage them).
  • Tools to improve team communication now that impromptu hallway meetings and water cooler talks are no longer a part of your work day.
  • Emotional support (from Susan!) for team members who are feeling disconnected, distracted, and anxious, so they feel prepared to get back to work.
  • Engaging, interactive group workshops that will get your employees excited about performing as an effective, cohesive team, long after social distancing!
 Susan Giacobazzi
Workplace Relationship & Strengths Specialist
www.loveyour5.com  
503.858.2200
susan@loveyour5.com  
VirtualVarietyShow.com
Let's just tawk and exchange stories about our lock down experience and laugh about it!
Sharing wacky videos and funny photos and quirky anecdotes will produce endorphins and ward away the evil Corona virus (COVID-19). Remember to "Always look on the Bright Side of Life!"
Maybe we can all break out in song and dance together in our respective cocoons as well!
We're all in this together. LET'S DO THIS EVERY FRIDAY EVENING AT THE NEW TIME OF 4pm Pacific Time (which is 5pm MT, 6pm CT, 7pm ET and different times worldwide: time.is/GMT) AND CELEBRATE LIFE AND LOVE EACH OTHER EVEN MORE EACH DAY. HERE'S MY PERMANENT ZOOM LIVING ROOM ID 379 882 7168 AND THE (not so) SECRET PASSWORD IS 365139
Or please join Lou Manna's Permanent Zoom Living Room with this link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/3798827168?pwd=TzJBaUl2azRIYTNyNjExdFBUdHNOZz09
 BTW…They have fixed their security issues.
 Lou Manna
917-886-3193
Photographer 
LouManna.com
Your Host of Virtual Variety Show
VirtualVarietyShow.com
Since our inception, we have been dedicated to helping clients build greater independence through world-class financial strategies. Whether you’re a small business owner or an individual investor preparing for retirement, our primary objective is consistent with each client: to identify your most valued objectives and build solutions designed to achieve them.
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We are fully stocked with groceries and are open 7 days a week.
We are offering curbside service, in-store shopping, and have limited delivery.
For our April loyalty program, guests receive 20% off every $50.
And we are offering free delivery ($15 value) on local gift basket delivery
THE Urban Market & Gift Baskets
303 3rd Street, STE 120
Reno, NV 89501
P: 775 502 3555 C: 775 287 1020 E: denise@umreno.com
Napa Sonoma Grocery Co. is currently open for takeout and curbside orders at both our locations! 
​Napa North: 550 W, Plumb Lane, Unit E – open 11am-7pm, Monday -Saturday  775-826-0595
Napa South:  7671 S. Virginia St. – open 11am-7pm, 7 days a week. 775-440-1214
Branded is offering items that may help Click Here To View. They are offering curbside pick-up and online orders right now. 
 The Alzheimer's Association is closed but our staff is working remotely. Should you need assistance, please call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900. The Alzheimer's Association is offering free online education and support groups. For more information, please visit http://communityresourcefinder.org or call 800.272.3900.    
​ In the best of times having a quality sounding board of peers is vitally important. During times of economic uncertainty, having access to fresh perspectives, expertise and support when you’re facing big decisions is not a luxury-- it’s a necessity. 
​Rise Above Uncertain Times with the support of fellow business owners and leaders. Each Monday at 3:30 PM, The Alternative Board® (TAB) hosts a facilitated Business Owner/CEO online meeting where local business leaders can share ideas and best practices in preparing to survive, plan and prosper in this new environment.
The idea is for those on the call to share what they are doing, to ask questions, and to offer each other advice. Bringing smart business leaders together like this is what I do every day, and I believe our entire business community deserves to participate in this invaluable forum. Strength and confidence come from collective wisdom.
​Please join us. It doesn't have to be lonely at the top.
For your invitation, please message me, Sam Haugh, on LinkedIn or email me at sam@tabrenotahoe.com. I look forward to seeing you Mondays!
Please see attached and a link below to view a sample of our publications written for and by the homeowners, who are multiple home and investment property owners, business owners, have high end home values and disposable incomes.
https://pubmanager.n2pub.com/share/nv/1ypPrCTO The consumers in our region who are still spending plenty money, are homeowners in the demographics our publications serve. They are very busy working on home upgrade, repairs and remodeling projects and are basically recession proof.
 We are here to help keep businesses afloat.
Yes, we are open! We are taking phone and web orders for no contact delivery. Our current hours are: Monday - Friday, 10am - 2pm. Order by 12pm for same day delivery! We have received guidance from city and county officials that no contact deliveries comply with Governor Sisolak's mandate. Our stores will remain closed through April 30 to help keep our community safe and healthy. (775) 358.8500
Check out www.usbank.com/covid19 and how we are responding to the crisis and helping consumers, small business, customers and non-customers alike. We understand the urgency of this situation and to your point about banks not being prepared to implement PPP, I believe US Bank stands apart from the rest. We have had teams of people working like crazy to build and implement an online application for that program that was rolled out less than a week after the Cares Act passed
While many tax deadlines have been extended for 90 days, that doesn't mean we're taking a break. Our team is still here working diligently to help you with your financial needs. But, to maintain physical distancing, we've got a few ways we recommend connecting with us during this time.
1. Zoom Our team is happy to meet with you virtually over a secure Zoom meeting. If you haven't used the platform before, check out this great video tutorial for beginners. To set up a Zoom meeting, contact our office.
2. FaceTime If you're more comfortable with a FaceTime call, our team can do that, too. Contact our office to set up a call. 
​3. Email or Phone For less complex questions and needs, we're happy to chat via email or phone to answer your questions. 
A Certainty in Uncertain Times: 
Access Remote Temp Workers Today.
 We’ve helped companies hire during challenging times before. Let us help yours today. Contact Robert Half now!
 These are challenging times. We’re committed to making one thing easier for you: finding the right off-site talent for your team. With access to millions of skilled professionals — backed by secure virtual workspaces from Amazon Web Services — we have the people and technology you need to keep business moving.
We are able to print small format Sanitary Signage that is isopropyl alcohol wipeable. From Repositionable Vinyl Signage that can be moved again and again, and will stick to almost anything without leaving a residue, to durable synthetic substrates that are also isopropyl alcohol wipeable for things that must be handled more than once, we can help in a number of ways.
My name is Regina Lockwood, ​I am a realtor and I am trying hard at the moment to keep my name top-of-mind during this challenging time.  To that end, I sponsor the hand sanitizer stands at the Safeway store at 5150 Mae Anne Avenue in Reno and recently conducted a contest asking my Facebook friends to send me a picture of themselves using the hand wipes.  The idea, of course, is to help stop the spread of the virus while marketing myself at the same time.  The contest is open to anyone and creative photos are encouraged!
"Zephyr Wellness has shifted its mental health services from in-person to 100-percent telehealth through the HIPAA-compliant Zoom platform. Please visit our telehealth information page to learn more, or follow us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter for free mental wellness tips and insights. We take most major insurances including all types of Medicaid. Contact: info@zephyrwellness.org or 775.525.1616"
Dynamic Diesel, Inc. is OPEN.  For pickup repair and service, we're here for you.
 Our other company, American Truck & Trailer Repair, Inc....is OPEN to serve your big rig & trailer repair needs. Our employees are healthy, taking ALL precautions...customers are SAFE, we sanitize everything often.
​Automotion is an automotive service and repair facility.  We are remaining open to take care of customers needs regarding any service and repair needed for their vehicles at this time.  We are following protocol for safe distancing and cleaning procedures.  We are open from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday.  We are offering pick up and delivery for customers that do not feel comfortable bringing their vehicle in themselves. 
We have designed short-term loan options specifically for displaced workers during this crisis.  We are also offering other options on existing UFCU loans/CD’s such as skip-a-pay, and waiver of early withdrawal penalty on share certificates.  Of course we always have other products such as low-interest credit cards, equity loans, etc for those who may still be working, but have a family impact that has them in need of additional help. Click HERE for more information.
Meredith Williams/NMLS #542420 Market Vice President 
Phone: 775-329-6673 Ext. 5908
Cell: 775-313-6867
mewilliams@unitedfcu.com 
Reno Phil is posting videos two-to-three times a week featuring a Reno Phil musician performing a small piece of music that brings them joy. You can follow the Reno Phil on Facebook or visit their website to enjoy the collection of videos. https://www.renophil.com/spread-joy/
 
Greater Commercial Lending (GCL) continues to accept applications for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), authorized by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as a result of the recently enacted Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The company is one of the earliest business lenders to fully adopt the PPP in the State of Nevada since opening applications on Friday, April 3.
Contact: Danny DeLaRosa, Chief Development Officer
ddelarosa@gncu.net ; P: 775-886-1392; C: 269-650-4190
Catch up on recent news and announcements about our members!  Do you have news you'd like to share?  Please contact us today!
Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce
449 South Virginia Street # 300 Reno, NV 89501
Phone: (775) 636-9550  |  Fax: (775) 337-3038  |  Info@TheChamberNV.org
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