As we practice social distancing, healthcare workers are on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. While first responders and health care workers are ensuring the safety of our community, they need our support. Our local hospitals are in need of personal protective equipment including masks, gloves, gowns, shields etc. If you or your business … [Read more...]
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Medical Heroes Need our Help to Stay Safe
Arlington ISD is Going Above and Beyond During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Arlington Independent School District is going above and beyond to provide valuable resources, guidance and educational tools during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is truly amazing that in just a matter of weeks teachers, staff and administrators created innovative ways to reach students and families during this unprecedented time. The AISD … [Read more...]
Business Leaders Series Recap: Workforce Solutions Rapid Response
To support our members, the Chamber is hosting a virtual Business Leaders Series consisting of webinars and video resources. During the second edition of the Business Leaders Series, Steven Gonzalez, Business Services Director for Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County, discussed their rapid response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Workforce Solutions … [Read more...]
Governor Seeks Manufacturers for Medical Protective Equipment
The Greater Arlington Chamber is proud to partner with Chambers of Commerce across the State of Texas to mobilize businesses to do their part to combat COVID-19. This past Sunday, Governor Greg Abbott announced the creation of a Supply Chain Strike Force. The Strike Force is guiding collaboration between the public and private sectors to ensure … [Read more...]
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program COVID-19 Economic Injury Worksheet Please submit your Economic Injury Worksheet to: TDEMPARecovery@tdem.texas.gov The Small Business Administration (SBA) has designated COVID-19 as a qualifying event for the provision of Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for businesses … [Read more...]
US Chamber of Commerce Letter to US Government Leaders on Coronavirus Response
Download the full letter with appendix of additional recommendations Dear Mr. President, Speaker Pelosi, and Majority Leader McConnell: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and its members applaud the Administration and Congress for their recent actions to protect the American people from the spread of the Coronavirus and mitigate its direct and … [Read more...]