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March 2, 2020 Updated March 9, 2020 Updated March 12, 2020 Updated March 13, 2020 Updated March 16, 2020 Updated March 17, 2020 #TEMPLESTRONG The events that are continuing to unfold are presenting unprecedented challenges to all of us. Without a doubt, we are in uncharted waters. Right now, more so than ever before, it is critically important we work together to communicate a clear message – the greater Temple area is open for business! The way we deliver may look different, but doors are OPEN and ready to serve. The Temple Chamber of Commerce is working proactively to ensure you receive the most up-to-date and correct information so you can act based upon fact, not fear and panic. We will do our part to keep an open line of communication to you about adjustments we are making AND commit to keeping you informed on the latest business-based impacts that could be helpful to your business and our community. I encourage you to go to www.templechamber.com/templestrong for a list of resources available to you. As of today, we have postponed ALL events that were previously scheduled through April 3. We will make the decision next week whether this will be extended. The Chamber office is open. We are monitoring developments and will notify you as information from reliable sources becomes available. We will continue to serve and support our members and strongly encourage you to support local businesses as well in any way that you can during this difficult time. Our community will persevere through the challenges we currently face. Most importantly, we want you – our members – to know that the Temple Chamber of Commerce is committed to being with you every step of the way. YOUR BUSINESS. YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR CHAMBER. G. Roderick Henry Temple Chamber of Commerce 254.314.8260 (direct) 254.773.2105 (office) 254.423.6235 (cell) ___________________________________________________________________________________ With the global health challenge Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), we want to equip you with the most accurate information and resources to allow you to plan and operate your business effectively. This guidance is based on what is currently known about the COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will update additional information when it becomes available. These guidelines may help prevent workplace exposure to acute respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, in non-healthcare settings: 1) Actively encourage sick employees to stay home. 2) Separate sick employees. 3) Emphasize staying home when sick, respiratory etiquette and hand hygiene by all employees. 4) Perform routine environmental cleaning. 5) Advise employees before traveling to take certain steps. 6) Additional Measures in Response to Currently Occurring Sporadic Importations of the COVID-19. Keeping workplaces, homes, schools, or commercial establishments safe - PDF Download, CDC Steps to Prevent Illness - CDC Additional Resources for Businesses and Employers - CDC Workplace Tips for Employees - U.S. Chamber To prevent stigma and discrimination in the workplace, use only this guidance to determine the risk of COVID-19. Do not make determinations of risk based on race or country of origin, and be sure to maintain the confidentiality of people with confirmed COVID-19. There is much more to learn about the transmissibility, severity, and other features of COVID-19 and investigations are ongoing. Visit these sites for further information: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/index.html World Health Organization https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 Texas Health & Human Services https://dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/ Bell County Public Health District https://www.bellcountyhealth.org/?fbclid=IwAR2bLzMr9z-WANkVNeoNU_yKyHEdNm-Ij25jkGPwppAccsC_1wRe1gulJa4 (254) 773-4457 U.S. Chamber https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/coronavirus Texas Association of Business https://www.txbiz.org/corona Call 211 for current information on COVID-19 Baylor Scott & White Health - COVID-19 Screening Quesionnaire https://www.bswhealth.com/Pages/coronavirus-information.aspx
March 2, 2020 Updated March 9, 2020 Updated March 12, 2020 Updated March 13, 2020 Updated March 16, 2020 Updated March 17, 2020 #TEMPLESTRONG The events that are continuing to unfold are presenting unprecedented challenges to all of us. Without a doubt, we are in uncharted waters. Right now, more so than ever before, it is critically important we work together to communicate a clear message – the greater Temple area is open for business! The way we deliver may look different, but doors are OPEN and ready to serve.
The Temple Chamber of Commerce is working proactively to ensure you receive the most up-to-date and correct information so you can act based upon fact, not fear and panic. We will do our part to keep an open line of communication to you about adjustments we are making AND commit to keeping you informed on the latest business-based impacts that could be helpful to your business and our community. I encourage you to go to www.templechamber.com/templestrong for a list of resources available to you.
As of today, we have postponed ALL events that were previously scheduled through April 3. We will make the decision next week whether this will be extended. The Chamber office is open.
We are monitoring developments and will notify you as information from reliable sources becomes available.
We will continue to serve and support our members and strongly encourage you to support local businesses as well in any way that you can during this difficult time. Our community will persevere through the challenges we currently face. Most importantly, we want you – our members – to know that the Temple Chamber of Commerce is committed to being with you every step of the way.
YOUR BUSINESS. YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR CHAMBER.
G. Roderick Henry Temple Chamber of Commerce
254.314.8260 (direct) 254.773.2105 (office) 254.423.6235 (cell)
___________________________________________________________________________________ With the global health challenge Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), we want to equip you with the most accurate information and resources to allow you to plan and operate your business effectively.
This guidance is based on what is currently known about the COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will update additional information when it becomes available. These guidelines may help prevent workplace exposure to acute respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, in non-healthcare settings: 1) Actively encourage sick employees to stay home. 2) Separate sick employees. 3) Emphasize staying home when sick, respiratory etiquette and hand hygiene by all employees. 4) Perform routine environmental cleaning. 5) Advise employees before traveling to take certain steps. 6) Additional Measures in Response to Currently Occurring Sporadic Importations of the COVID-19. Keeping workplaces, homes, schools, or commercial establishments safe - PDF Download, CDC Steps to Prevent Illness - CDC Additional Resources for Businesses and Employers - CDC Workplace Tips for Employees - U.S. Chamber To prevent stigma and discrimination in the workplace, use only this guidance to determine the risk of COVID-19. Do not make determinations of risk based on race or country of origin, and be sure to maintain the confidentiality of people with confirmed COVID-19. There is much more to learn about the transmissibility, severity, and other features of COVID-19 and investigations are ongoing. Visit these sites for further information: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/index.html World Health Organization https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 Texas Health & Human Services https://dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/ Bell County Public Health District https://www.bellcountyhealth.org/?fbclid=IwAR2bLzMr9z-WANkVNeoNU_yKyHEdNm-Ij25jkGPwppAccsC_1wRe1gulJa4 (254) 773-4457 U.S. Chamber https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/coronavirus Texas Association of Business https://www.txbiz.org/corona Call 211 for current information on COVID-19 Baylor Scott & White Health - COVID-19 Screening Quesionnaire https://www.bswhealth.com/Pages/coronavirus-information.aspx