Rockford Chamber of Commerce recently issued the following announcement.
Rockford Chamber Government Affairs Council Meeting
Friday, January 14, 2022 7:30 - 9:00 CST
Stockholm Inn
2420 Charles St Rockford, IL 61108
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP)
At the January Government Affairs Council meeting, City of Rockford officials will outline their plan/approach to use of ARP funds directed to them as a local government.
The American Rescue Plan provides $350 billion dollars in emergency funding for state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments to remedy this mismatch between rising costs and falling revenues. This includes $130 billion for local governments (a minimum of $1.25 billion per state is provided by the statute inclusive of the amounts allocated to local governments within the state).
The Rescue Plan will provide needed relief to state, local, and Tribal governments to enable them to continue to support the public health response and lay the foundation for a strong and equitable economic recovery. In addition to helping these governments address the revenue losses they have experienced as a result of the crisis, it will help them cover the costs incurred due to responding to the public health emergency and provide support for a recovery – including through assistance to households, small businesses and nonprofits, aid to impacted industries, and support for essential workers. It will also provide resources for state, local, and Tribal governments to invest in infrastructure, including water, sewer, and broadband services
The mission of the Government Affairs Council is to advocate for a strong and healthy business environment through influencing of legislative, economic and social policy. The Government Affairs Council brings together sectors of the business community to serve as one voice for business. All advocacy efforts made by the Chamber's Government Affairs Council are founded on encouraging business growth, promoting a strong local economy and fostering a favorable business climate of Rockford, Illinois.
For more information how to join Government Affairs Council, contact Einar Forsman (815.987.8100).
COVID-19 Information:
The health and safety of our community is our first priority. All events will follow health and wellness guidelines set forth by the local health department and state government. At this time, masks are required, regardless of vaccination status, when not actively eating or drinking.
Event Item Name Expires Pricing
| Government Affairs Attendee Registration | Jan 14, 2022 | $20.00 |
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