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The Molalla Area Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven organization, committed to enhancing our members success, fostering economic growth and contributing to our communities quality of life.
Contact us today to find out what Molalla and the Chamber have to offer!
503-829-6941 / macc97038@gmail.com
News Flash!
May 18th, 2020
Dear OSCC Members & Colleagues,
We are reluctant to bring this up because while it is certainly monumental, there is a very real possibility it will be short lived and just serve to add to everyone's daily confusion.
This morning, Baker County Circuit Court Judge Matthew Shirtcliff invalidated Governor Kate Brown's "Stay at Home" executive order - EO 20-12.
Although the plaintiffs were a group of churches, Judge Shirtcliff's opinion is more far-reaching than just the right to assemble at a religious gathering.
The judge reasoned that Governor Brown overstepped her authority entirely by issuing an executive order with an open-ended end date. He ruled that Governor Brown legally could only impose a maximum 28-day order.
Therefore, as of this moment, Executive Order 20-12 appears to invalidated entirely.
Governor Brown's office is seeking immediate review of the Circuit Court opinion by the Oregon Supreme Court.
The landscape could all change again in a matter of days, or even hours, as either the Oregon Supreme Court could reverse Judge Shirtcliff's ruling and uphold Executive Order 20-12 or provide guidance on a new Executive Order that would pass legal muster.
We will let you know as this issue evolves.
JL Wilson & Jenny Dresler
Legislative Counsel
503-363-2182
New app, “Who’s Open?”, looking for info on open businesses (launching Tuesday)
Who’s Open is a new web-based mapping tool offered through Clackamas County to help businesses reach customers. We are looking for open businesses to enter details before the site launches next Tuesday, May 12th.
Once it’s up and running, Who’s Open? will help customers find:- Restaurants offering delivery or to-go orders.
- Businesses that offer products for pick-up, mail or delivery.
- Services available online or by phone.
- Retail shops with special hours for seniors or essential employees.
- Free and discounted services dedicated to helping people get back on their feet.
Who’s Open? is a cooperative venture between Clackamas County Business and Community Services and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). For more information, contact Clackamas County Business and Community Services at 4Biz@clackmas.us or 503-742-4BIZ.
The Molalla Area Chamber of Commerce has available informational Check lists
to assist your re-opening and return of employees to work.
These lists have been prepared by informed professionals and are available for your application and modification to meet your specific needs. Contact the Chamber office by e-mail, macc97038@gmail.com for these guides.
Preparing for Employees to return to the Work Place (A quick pictorial)
Welcome Back information for employees (Company advisory and requirements)
Help for Business After Covid
In preparation for restructuring your business to meet the demands of the changed economic system, please check with the Clackamas County Small Business Development Center for up to date programs and assistance. They have councilors, and classes that may help meet your business meet the challenge of marketing after covid-19. Review their page at: https://bizcenter.org/covid-19/ for funding programs information. The SBDC also has free counseling for your business. To make an appointmnet with them, Contact the Clackamas SBDC 503-594-0738.
The Molalla Area Chamber of Commerce will be researching and informing you of up coming programs and procedures that may help your business meet the communities needs.
The office of the Governor's Office is now preparing guidance for reopening of Oregon Business. The proposed considerations are now open for comment and input. Contact our coordinator for Regional Solutions:
Raihana Ansary Metro coordinator 503-339-5223 raihana.ansary@oregon.gov
The following are draft documents of the general guidance for the Phase 1 reopening of Oregon put together by the Governor's office.
Many of our Restaurants have available takeout meals.
Please help keep our valuable businesses working during this very unusual time.
Are you looking for a Job? Our Members are hiring!
http://www.molallachamber.com/jobs/
Check out the Hot Deals our members are offering!
http://www.molallachamber.com/hotdeals/
Remember: Molalla Means Adventure!
Visit our on-line Store at:
http://mkt.com/molalla-chamber-of-commerce
Notice on our sidewalks we have bronze plaques honoring the cowboys of Rodeo that have been championed in our 'Rodeo Walk of Fame'.
