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September 8, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Spotlight on Platinum Golf Sponsor: Lightning Restoration

September 4, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Spotlight on Platinum Golf Sponsor: BMO Harris Bank
  • Cowboy Jacks Coming to Apple Valley (Replacing Former Old Chicago)
  • ACE Hardware to Get a Facelift
  • Quality Dent Removal to Add Neighboring Business
  • City Grant Update
  • New Storage Space
  • Former Vivo Update

September 2, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Spotlight on Platinum Golf Sponsor: Sterling State Bank
  • Golf Par-Tee Update

August 31, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • City of Apple Valley / EDA Small Biz Grant Reminder
  • Spotlight on Platinum Golf Sponsor: Flyte Human Capital Management

August 28, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Compliance Checks on Bars & Restaurants Start Today
  • City of Apple Valley / EDA Small Biz Grant Reminder

August 27, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • City of Apple Valley / EDA Small Business Grant Info
  • Spotlight on Platinum Golf Sponsor: On-Site Title
  • Golf Par-Tee Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 8/27/2020
  • Resources for Employers Looking to Hire

August 21, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • City of Apple Valley / EDA Small Business Grant: Apply Starting Today Through August 31st

August 20, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Spotlight on Platinum Golf Sponsor: Valley Buick GMC
  • 2020 Golf Par-Tee Update

August 14, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • $400,000 In City Grants Planned from $4 Million COVID Fund – Update on Application Info
  • CRUMBL Cookies Opening Soon in Apple Valley
  • Vacate The Premises Order For Former Ruby Tuesday (Sheriff’s Notice)
  • Apple Valley Business Center Restoration
  • Dunkin’ Donuts / Baskin Robbins Coming to Apple Valley

August 13, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 8/13/2020

August 10, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Spotlight on Platinum Golf Sponsor: Highland Bank
  • Dakota County Small Business Relief Grant Program
  • SBA Disaster Loan Assistance for Civil Unrest Damages
  • Join the Golf Committee
  • The Golf Dividers are In
  • MN State Primary Elections are TODAY – GO VOTE!

August 7, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Great Local Patios
  • Golf Par-Tee Info
  • Mask Dispersal Recap

August 6, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • DEED Call for Business Notes 8/6/2020

August 3, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • 2020 Golf Par-Tee Info

July 30, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Gov. Walz Announces Plan For Opening MN Schools; 3 Models Offered for a Localized, Data-Driven Approach
  • Data About MN’s Workforce Index, Job Trends, Consumer & Business Spending, & More from the MN Chamber Foundation
  • DEED Call for Business 7/30/2020

July 24, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Free Face Masks for Businesses; Chamber to Distribute on 7/29/2020
  • City of Apple Valley Approves $400k For Small Business; Grants of $10k
  • Famous Dave’s Installs New Signs
  • Apple Valley Office Center Gets a Facelift

July 23, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Dakota County Grants $10 Million in COVID-19 Relief to Small Businesses; Grants Up to $10,000
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 7/23/2020

July 23, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Everything You Need to Know About the Mask Requirement for Your Business

July 22, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • FAQ For Businesses on Facial Coverings Executive Order

July 22, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Governor Walz Special Session Update: Notes from the Press Conference

July 21, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Event Recap: Green Lotus Ribbon Cutting
  • Pancheros Officially Opens in Apple Valley
  • Drone Video of New Menards

July 16, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • NOTICE: Small Business Relief – State, County & Cities
  • Minnesota Zoo Reopens
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 7/16/2020
  • Green Lotus Ribbon Cutting Info

July 13, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Chamber Letter to County For Small Business Help (sent 7/13/2020)

July 9, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 7/9/2020
  • Green Lotus Ribbon Cutting Info

July 8, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Unite the North Minnesota Vikings Season Preview
  • Green Lotus Ribbon Cutting Info

July 2, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Pancheros Mexican Grill Sets Opening Date for New Apple Valley Location

July 1, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Minnesota Zoo Secures $6 Million to Continue Operations

June 30, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Menards First Look: Inside the New Apple Valley Menards
  • New Yoga & Healing Center to Open in Apple Valley: Green Lotus

June 25, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • New Building Under Construction in Downtown Apple Valley
  • Spontaneous Neighborhood Concert
  • DEED Call For Business Notes 6/25/2020
  • Rosemount Plaza Update

June 23, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Apple Valley Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland Runs for Dakota County Commissioner

June 19, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Vivo Sold: New Restaurant Coming “Tavern Grill + Bar”
  • Chamber & City Send Joint Letter to Governor Walz Concerning the MN Zoo
  • MN Zoo Implements Limited Drive-Thru Adventure “Beastly Boulevard”
  • DEED Offers Free Online Learning Content to Minnesotans
  • Minnesota Regulators Approve 4.25% Rate Increate for Dakota Electric

June 18, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Gov. Walz Signs Bill Providing $62.5 Million to Small Businesses
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 6/18/2020
  • Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce Featured in the Statewide President’s Newsletter

June 17, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • New Details on PPP Loan Forgiveness; Congress Has Made Changes
  • Walz: Minnesota Zoo on Brink of Closure Without Funding From Legislature
  • Activities And Their Level of Risk for COVID Based on Public Health Expert Rankings
  • Juneteenth: The End of Slavery in the United States

June 12, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Recap From Facebook Live at Bogart’s Entertainment Center
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 6/12/2020
  • Chamber COVID-19 Business Survey

June 11, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Apple Valley Chamber To Go Live From Bogart’s Entertainment Center
  • 50 Chambers Join Together in Communication to Governor As One Strong Voice (LETTER)

June 9, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Apple Valley Chamber in Sun Thisweek RE: Letter to the Governor (a joint Chamber effort)
  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Stay Safe MN Phase III Starts Tomorrow: What This Means for Businesses

June 5, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Governor Walz Announces Phase III of Stay Safe Plan: Phase III Begins June 10th

June 4, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 6/4/2020
  • Governor Transcript from Yesterday’s Press Conference

May 27, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Chamber Partners Advocate for Businesses to Reopen: Joint Chamber Letter to the Governor

May 21, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 5/21/2020
  • Industry Guidance for Safely Reopening: Industry-Specific Aides

May 20, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Restaurants to Offer Outdoor Seating June 1; Salons & Barbershops Also Open June 1 With Limitations

May 19, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Apple Valley Business Update: Who is Open and Who is Closed
  • Session Concludes, Work to be Done: An Update from the MN Chamber
  • Vivo Kitchen Closes

May 15, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Outdoor Ordinance Changes to Apple Valley
  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Digital Resources Center: Industry-Specific Guidance for Reopening

May 14, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Conference Call Notes 5/14/2020
  • Guidelines for Retailers Preparing to Re-Open
  • Gathering at Warners’ Stellian at 6:50 am Including Korean War Veterans

May 11, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Virtual Coffee Connection Info
  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Update Your Google Business Profile
  • Keller Williams to Take Donations for The Open Door

May 7, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

    • RTS Webinar Series Info

 

    • Virtual Coffee Connection InfoDEED Call for Business Notes 5/7/2020MN Chamber Will Help You Develop Your “Return to Work” Plan with One-on-One Assistance

 

    • College to Relocate From Apple Valley – St. Mary’s University

 

    • Chamber Member on Channel 4 WCCO News Story – Ruth Jansen of Mayer Insurance

May 5, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • Local Chambers’ “Return To Work” Letter to Gov. Walz Signed by Apple Valley Chamber & Others
  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Virtual Coffee Connection Info
  • Gov. Walz Signs Order Allowing Elective Surgeries & Dental Work Starting Next Monday May 11th

May 4, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Reopening Plan Template
  • When COVID-19 ends, here’s how restaurants will win
  • Photo of the week: potholes

April 30, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • DEED Call for Business Notes 4/30/2020
  • Dakota County Waives Late Property Tax Penalty
  • Digital Tool For Minnesota Businesses To Help Engage in Proper Daily Health Screenings
  • Answers to Common UI Questions & Resources

April 27, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Virtual Business After Hours Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 4/27/2020
  • Local Update: Long Lines at Big Box Chains
  • Remember to SHOP LOCAL
  • Old Chicago Closes Permanently
  • Mathnasium Will be on Twin Cities Live

April 24, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Virtual Business After Hours Info
  • How to Comply With the New Executive Order 20-40: FAQ’s For Businesses AND Employees

April 23, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • New Executive Order Info
  • Business Reopening Plan Template
  • Star Tribune Article: Restrictions Could Be Lifted for 100k Minnesotans

April 23, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Virtual Business After Hours Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 4/23/2020

April 20, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 4/20/2020
  • Alcohol To-Go & Hotel Reopening Strategies

April 17, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Gov. Walz Announces Expansion of Outdoor Rec Activities
  • Comprehensive List of COVID-19 Related Loans & Grants

April 16, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 4/16/2020
  • Vivo Reopens
  • Microbrewery in the Works for Rosemount
  • US Chamber Grant Offer

April 14, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 4/14/2020

April 13, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Virtual Coffee Connection Info
  • DEED Call for Business Notes 4/13/2020

April 10, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Virtual Coffee Connection Info
  • Menard’s Update

April 9, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • COVID Video Update from Chamber President & Board Chair Tasha Wells
  • Virtual Coffee Connection Info

April 9, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Compiled List of Banks Participating in Payroll Protection Program (PPP)
  • DEED Call for Business 4/9/2020 Notes
  • Electricity Use Article

April 8, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Free Marketing Opportunities From Our Local Newspapers
  • Tell Legislators How Tax Extensions Can Help Your Business

April 7, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • VIRTUAL HEARING AT THE MN HOUSE TOMORROW – Bill to Delay Sales Tax for Restaurants
  • MN BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP – Notes from Conference Call

April 6, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call Notes 4/6/2020
  • Things Our Local Banks Want You to Know: A Guide to Submitting a PPP Loan Application

April 3, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • DEED Call Notes 4/3/2020
  • City of Apple Valley Liquor Stores Now Open for Curbside Pickup ONLY Starting Today (Friday 4/3)

April 1, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

  • RTS Webinar Series Info
  • Tax Saving Opportunities from CARES Act
  • DEED Call Notes 4/1/2020
  • PPP Information for Borrowers
  • City of Apple Valley COVID-19 Resources for Businesses

March 30, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

Top 10 Q&A’s Regarding Your Workforce Decisions

DEED Call for Business Notes 3/30/2020

Important Update on Applying For Unemployment Insurance Benefits

March 27, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

Comprehensive List of Critical Businesses

DEED Call for Business Notes 3/27/2020

March 25, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

Barry Bernstein Passed Away (Head of AV Parks & Rec)

DEED Call for Business Notes 3/25/2020

Free Small Business Assistance From the Partner America Program

Apple Valley Liquor Stores Temporarily Close

March 24, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

DEED Call Notes 3/24/2020

Quick Survey (results relayed to Governor): How Are You Impacted The Most?

IRS TAX FILING DELAY: MN Now Follows the Same Timeline, Delaying Until July 15th
Employer HR Resources
Charter (Spectrum) Offering Free Broadband & WiFi to Students Impacted by COVID-19 Shutdown

March 23, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

SBA Offering Low-Interest Loans to Small Businesses & Non-Profits

Two New Refundable Payroll Tax Credits for Businesses

DEED Call Notes 3/23/2020

Best Buy Offers Contactless Curbside Service & Free Curbside Delivery

Amazon Prime Deliveries are Delayed for as Much as a Month as the Company Shifts to Focus on Coronavirus

Vivo Committing All Tips & Portion of To-Go Orders to Team Members Who Have Lost Their Jobs

Essential Services for “Shelter In Place”, According to Governor Cuomo of New York

Apple Valley Liquor Stores 2 and 3 Closed, Store 1 Open for Reduced Hours

March 20, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

New Chamber Member: Divine Time

DEED Call Notes 3/20/2020

March 19, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

Apple Valley Restaurants That Are Open & What Services They Are Offering

March 18, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

Apple Valley Chamber & City of Apple Valley Working Together to Acommodate Temporary Restaurant Signage

March 17, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE: 

COVID-19 Updates

  • A note from Ed Kearney
  • A note from Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland
  • A note from AV City Administrator Tom Lawell

 

Upcoming Events

  • All Chamber events postponed until further notice

 

Community Updates for COVID-19:

  • City of Apple Valley
  • ISD 196
  • Parks & Recreation
  • MN Department of Health
  • Dakota County
  • 360 Communities
  • Local restaurants offering free lunches
  • The Open Door

 

COVID-19 Resources For Your Business:

  • US Small Business Administration
  • CDC
  • MN Chamber of Commerce
  • MN Unemployment Insurance

March 12, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • NEXT Leaders Happy Hour
  • Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Valley Skin
  • Business After Hours at Think Bank
  • County-wide business breakfast
  • Apple Valley Home & Garden Expo

 

New Chamber Member: Purpose Driven Restoration

The Chamber Is There:

  • Former Liberty Credit building razed
  • McDonald’s in AV temporarily closes
  • Shops on cedar nearing completion
  • Rascal’s trees come down
  • Pier 1 in Eagan closes

 

Event Recap: Ribbon Cutting at Title Smart LLC

March 6, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

VIDEO: Pie in the Face!

Upcoming Events

  • NEXT Leaders Happy Hour
  • Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Valley Skin
  • Business After Hours at Think Bank
  • County-wide business breakfast
  • Apple Valley Home & Garden Expo

 

New Chamber Member: Fox’s Flowrite Gutters

The Chamber Is There:

  • Elizabeth Ries in Apple Valley
  • Math Fischer Boy Scout breakfast
  • City excavates pond
  • UBreakIFix opens in Apple Valley
  • Tobacco & E-Cig to open in Apple Valley
  • Photo of the week

 

2019 BUSINESS AWARD FINALISTS

February 28, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Title Smart Inc.
  • Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Valley Skin
  • Business After Hours at Think Bank
  • Apple Valley Home & Garden Expo

 

The Chamber Is There:

  • Board of Directors retreat at Channel 2
  • Divine Time opens in AV
  • Chuck & Don’s opens in AV
  • New Mexican restaurant  coming to AV

 

Event Recap: Grand Opening at 360 Communities Family Resources Center

February 21, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

VIDEO: Join the Ambassador Committee!

Upcoming Events

  • Grand Opening Celebration at 360 Communities Family Resource Center
  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Title Smart Inc.
  • Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Valley Skin
  • Business After Hours at Think Bank

 

New Chamber Member: Cutco Cutlery

New Chamber Member: McDonald Construction Inc.

The Chamber Is There:

  • Former Board Chair to perform comedy
  • Sleep in Heavenly Peace
  • AV Bar and Restaurant Closes

 

Event Recap: Joint Coffee Connection at 360 Communities

February 14, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • Frozen Apple Concert Series: Riverside Hitmen
  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities
  • Grand Opening Celebration at 360 Communities Family Resource Center
  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Title Smart Inc.
  • Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Valley Skin
  • Business After Hours at Think Bank

New Chamber Member: Bellepar Homes & Remodeling

New Chamber Member: Pella Windows & Doors

The Chamber Is There:

  • Progressive Inspirations
  • Chuck & Don’s opening soon
  • Space availanble
  • Chamber Day at the Capitol

 

Event Recap: Chamber Luncheon with Charles Zelle

February 6, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities
  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Title Smart Inc.
  • Business After Hours at Think Bank

New Chamber Member: John Dusek Consulting

The Chamber Is There:

  • AV Medical Clinic becomes Allina Health
  • Menards new location adding glass
  • Dunn Bros makes updates

 

Event Recap: Business After Hours at Augustana Care

January 31, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • Chamber Luncheon with Charles Zelle
  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities
  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Title Smart Inc.

 

The Chamber Is There:

  • New AV warehouses proposed
  • Image360 reopens nearby
  • South Chamber President’s meeting
  • City, Chamber, and banks collaborate

January 27, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • Business After Hours at Augustana
  • Chamber Luncheon with Charles Zelle
  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities

 

Hosting Opportunities:

  • Coffee Connection
  • Business After Hours
  • Luncheon Sponsorship

January 24, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • Business After Hours at Augustana
  • Chamber Luncheon with Charles Zelle
  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities

 

The Chamber Is There:

  • Bogart’s new arcade
  • Fires at Lebanon Hills
  • New facade at the shops at 147th and Cedar

 

Event Recap: C.O.R.E. Women Inaugural Meeting

January 21, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • C.O.R.E. Chamber Women Inaugural Event
  • Chamber Luncheon: Charles Zelle
  • Business After Hours at Augustana Villa
  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities

January 17, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

For Your Viewing Pleasure:

  • VIDEO: A Message From Our Chair Tasha Wells
  • VIDEO: Meet Jodi Kurtz, Chair of C.O.R.E. Chamber Women’s Group

 

Upcoming Events

  • C.O.R.E. Chamber Women Inaugural Event
  • Business After Hours at Augustana
  • Open to Business Free Seminar
  • Frozen Apple Concert Series at Bogart’s: The Dweebs
  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities

 

New Chamber Member: Title Smart, LLC

The Chamber Is There:

  • CBB moves from Apple Valley to Lakeville
  • Lakeview Bank Legacy Award
  • The Cabinet Store installs new signage

January 13, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

Upcoming Events

  • C.O.R.E. Chamber Women Inaugural Event
  • Business After Hours at Augustana
  • Open to Business Free Seminar
  • Frozen Apple Concert Series at Bogart’s: The Dweebs
  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities

January 10, 2020  |  IN THIS ISSUE:

New Chamber Member:  LJ Enterprises

Upcoming Events

  • C.O.R.E. Chamber Women Inaugural Event
  • Business After Hours at Augustana
  • Open to Business Free Seminar
  • Joint Chamber Coffee Connection at 360 Communities

The Chamber is There

  • Image360 Closes
  • AmericInn Completes Remodel
  • Mathnasium Changes Hands
  • Smallcakes Closes
  • Brightmont Academy Closes