Subject to Change As New Developments Come Forth & Add-on Info:
Current Add-ON: Mask Give Away by Alderman Harris, COVID-19 Testing at Compassion Baptist Church, Free Mask Distribution by Alderwoman Garza at Calumet Park, May Day Mask Giveaway hosted by Alderman Hairston, Legal Clinic Schedule, What Cook county Nonprofits need to know about Paycheck Protection Program hosted by Toni Preckwinkle, New Testing Location, Shifting Your Business To Online (E-commerce) Workshop,
Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis: Legal Resources for Small Businesses Workshop, Cook County Recovery Initiative, Verizon and LISC Come Together to Support Small Businesses Application Apr 28th, South Shore Chamber Inc Small Business Webinar, Alderman Hairston 5th Ward Monthly Virtual Meeting, COVID-19 Community Town Hall Discussion Impact Happening Now Apr 27 1pm to 3pm, Census 2020 Town Hall with (Alderman Harris-Senator Sims-Commissioner Moore- Rep Evans Jr.), Southeast Chicago Virtual Town Hall focus on Labor Rights-Education-Health, MOBE Marketing Opportunity Business and Entertainment Webinar, Have you applied for the Reading the Black Library Youth Fellowship?, Pantry Volunteer’s Schedule Sign Up, Chicago State University US Census Virtual Town Hall.
Previous: Pilgrim Baptist Church on-line, Toni Preckwinkle & Theaster Gates host a live virtual house party featuring Chicago DJ Duane Powell, Black Men Do Yogo, Governor Extending until May 30th Details, South Chicago Neighborhood Network Health Survey, Emergency Free Distribution at Eastside Soccer Dome, Building Resilience During PandemicComEd has extended its no-disconnects until June 1, Chicago Earth Day Town Hall, ODLSS PAC MEETING Focus on EDUCATION FOR DIVERSE LEARNERS DURING THE REMOTE LEARNING PERIOD DUE TO COVID 19, South Shore Virtual Mental Health Discussion with COVID-19, South Shore COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall Meeting, Blues Cross Blue Shields Grants, From My House To Yours Marqueal Jordon Saxophonist, Southeast Food Pantry Volunteer Needs, Hyde Park Virtual Community Forum with Alderman Hairston, Senator Peters, State Rep Tarver and Kam, Virtual City Council Meeting hosted by City Clerk Apr 22,
Previous: Department of Planning and Development (DPD) schedule meetings, FRESH FAITH FRIDAYS with Audacious Praise Squad, Community Conversation with Senator Peters-State Rep Tarver and Kam, Text Questions For Census, Spanish Coalition for Housing Remote Service, Stimulus Check No Payback, Virtual Town halls regarding South Side Hospitals merger, City Council Virtual Meeting April 15, Mikva Challenge Youth Program, Mask & Gloves Drive Up at the Quarry Events hosted by South Works, Domestic Violence COID-19 Remote Screening Plan, Financial Education Initiative is piloting a free program, SSA#42 Monthly Meeting, Black Business Relief Funds, Behavior Support for Parents and Caregiver During School Closure Webinar, City of Chicago Free Business Education Webinar, St. Lukes Prayer Time, Webinar on the response for Asthma Attacks, Southeast Collective Survey for Town hall related Covid-19, On Monday April 13th, CPS will start remote learning for Pre-K–12, Mobile Food Pantry every 3rd Friday, Donation to Southeast Side Food Pantry, Mask & Gloves Available at the Quarry Event Ctr today 1pm to 3pm, the Right to Recovery Coalition Press Conference-Senator Peter-Commissioner Johnson, Impact of Covid On African American Community Meeting by RUSH, Illinois Extended Driving Licensing, Small Business Townhall Meeting with Commissioner Lowry-Congresswoman Kelly-US Business Administrator, Should I be Tested?, Navigating Parenting Through the Pandemic Managing Expectations Creating Structure and Maintaining Routine Recognizing Signs of Anxiety and Depression, Free NowPow for Community-Based Organizations: Extending Care During COVID-19-Digital Referrals to Meet the Rising Need, RUSH’S Social Work Helpline (ext 312-563-1245), Cyber Actors Take Advantage of COVID-19 Pandemic to Exploit Increased Use of Virtual Environments, State Free Mental Health Hotline, Can I Be Evicted? Emotional Support Hotline, Stimulus Checks, City of Chicago Coronavirus Response Center, IRS Social Security Senior receive there stimulus check, 2020 Census, Claretian Association Resource Link and Rental Assistance, South Shore Public Online Meeting SSA, Illinois International Port District Master Plan Survey, Grab & Go Meal Site for CPS, Covid-19 Test Sites, Free Internet Option Comcast, Illinois Department of Public Health Grocery Store Guidelines, Small Business Support with University of Chicago, Economic Relief Package by President Preckwinkle, Eat Local South Shore List, Los Cantaritos- Hegewisch Restaurant, Illinois Respond Funds Donation, Avoid Coronavirus Scams, Protect Your Pets from Covid-19, Food Pantries, SBA PROVIDING $10,000 EMERGENCY DISASTER GRANT FOR SMALL BUSINESS ……
Few Resources:
Extending until May 30th
Dear Partner,
- in a public space and unable to maintain a six-foot social distance; or
- in any indoor public space.
- Animal Grooming Services
- Greenhouses, Garden Centers and Nurseries
- Provide employees with face coverings
- Require that employees wear face coverings in circumstances where they are unable to maintain a six-foot distance at all times
- Where work circumstances require it, provide additional Personal Protective Equipment
- Evaluate whether employees are able to work from home
- Cap occupancy at 50 percent of store capacity or occupancy limits
- Set up store aisles to be one-way where practicable
- Communicate with customers through in-store signage, public service announcements and advertisements about the social distancing requirements
- Discontinue use of reusable bags
- Stagger shifts
- Reduce line speeds
- Operate only essential lines, while shutting down non-essential lines
- Ensure that all spaces where employees may gather, including locker rooms and lunchrooms, allow for social distancing
- Downsize to the extent necessary to allow for social distancing
Coronavirus stimulus relief checks won’t have to be repaid, feds say
For 24/7 Emotional Support Contact:
Disaster Distress Helpline
Call 1-800-985-5990
or Text TalkWithUs to 66746
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COVID-19 REMOTE SCREENING PLAN
CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE CENTER
How To Protect Yourself & What to Do If You Are Sick.
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/covid-19/home.html
MAP: Here’s where you can get a COVID-19 test in Chicago area by WGN:
Limited Funds: Info Shared by South Chicago Neighborhood Network Alliance
Great Job Claretian Associated! Collecting Resource Info Southeast Side for Covid-19
Info Shared by Alderman Michelle A. Harris: Good news! Seniors who receive social security benefits will no longer have to file a ‘simple tax return’ to receive there stimulus check, as the Dept. of Treasury and the IRS have reversed course yet again. Sorry for the confusion!
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Few Resource Deadline Dates and Virtual Activities & Meetings:
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Southeast Collective Survey For Townhall related to Covid-19 Please Fill-Out So We Can Appropriately Address the Communities Needs:
Pritzker Announces Schools Closed For In-Person Learning For Rest of Academic Year by WTTW Press Conference
Pritzker said Illinois will receive about $569 million in federal funding for pre-K through 12th-grade schools from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Of that funding, some dollars will go directly to schools, Pritzker said, while the rest will be distributed by the Illinois State Board of Education based on the needs of school districts.
That funding will be used to help equip students with technological devices and internet access, support teachers in developing lesson plans and assist schools in providing meals to students and families. Click Link Below To View More detail info: https://news.wttw.com/2020/04/17/pritzker-announces-schools-closed-person-learning-rest-academic-year
We can all use a little inspiration in this time! For the first time, FRESH FAITH FRIDAYS is coming to YOU virtually w/ the AP Squad! As we always do, we will continue to bring you artists to inspire you virtually every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month. Stay in prayer, stay safe, stay creative, stay inspired! #freshfaithfridays #fff #audaciouspraise #openmic #chicagoartists
Wednesday, 4/29 at 3:00 PM Webinar
Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis: Legal Resources for Small Businesses
Presented by the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights
These are unprecedented times and managing a small businesses has never been more challenging. As an entrepreneur during the COVID-19 crisis, the decisions you make today may determine the future viability of your business tomorrow. At “Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis: Legal Resources for Small Businesses,” CLC equitable development and small business attorney, Akele Parnell, will provide important information about resources available for small businesses struggling to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, including federal, state and local relief programs, legal aid and technical assistance.
Click here \https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-the-covid-19-crisis-legal-resources-for-small-businesses-tickets-103717937142o register for the 4/29 Webinar.
Friday 5/1 at 9:30 AM Webinar
Shifting Your Business To Online (E-commerce)
Presented by World Business Chicago
Join 37 Oaks Consulting, ChiBizHub, World Business Chicago and City of Chicago Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) for an informational webinar to help inspire you on ways you can shift, move or elevate your business to an e-commerce model.
Click here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shifting-your-business-to-online-e-commerce-tickets-103549621706 to register for the Friday, 5/1 Webinar.
Please email [email protected] with any webinar questions.
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- Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA): The next meeting will be conducted virtually, and is now planned for Friday, May 1. The agenda is available for review now on the ZBA website https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Administrative_Reviews_and_Approvals/Agendas/zba_05012020.pdf. While there will be an opportunity for members of the public to provide verbal testimony, community members are also encouraged to prepare written testimony, which will be shared with ZBA members in advance of the meeting. Additionally, no cannabis applications will be heard at the May 1 meeting.
- Commission on Chicago Landmarks (CCL) and Permit Review Committee (PRC) https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/supp_info/landmarks_commission.html: The next CCL and PRC meetings, currently scheduled for Thursday, May 7, will likely be conducted virtually. A draft agenda will be made available online on Friday, May 1.
- Community Development Commission (CDC) https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/supp_info/landmarks_commission.html: The next meeting, currently scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, will likely be conducted virtually. A draft agenda will be made available online on Wednesday, May 6.
More Resources:
Info Shared by South Shore Chambers: Cook County Community Recovery Initiative
Cook County has launched a comprehensive initiative to provide economic relief to small businesses, non-profits, community service organizations and independent contractors (1099 workers) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic https://www.cookcountyil.gov/recovery?fbclid=IwAR2x3ju1mrDLywNVB_7Pzen6nlhDWT9BiU5ZUW7caWO2NksRRcf_hVN9N4k
Resources to Aid Families During the COVID‑19 Shutdown By:
Info Shared by Southeast Collective Respond Covid-19: https://www.ctulocal1.org/covid19/resources/?fbclid=IwAR2gEKip-lSQqiRbgp8EfPX1_7W18MHZozk7Saxy2Tsyg59dG4udd8joLYI
Info Shared by South Shore Chamber Inc: Grocery Store Guidelines
https://www.bchealthdepartment.org/news/80/IDPH_Grocery_Store_Guidance.pdf?
fbclid=IwAR3KDtiPDI3X6BL0De5JZ4gTAGpMDsEwrm38vr8JmSZV-XY3_546O7pSMvk
President Preckwinkle Unveils Economic Relief Package for Cook County Residents and Businesses
https://www.cookcountyil.gov/news/president-preckwinkle-unveils-economic-relief-package-cook-county-residents-and-businesses
How is the coronavirus impacting businesses and residents in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood?
Ald. Leslie Hairston represents Chicago’s 5th Ward, which includes much of Hyde Park and Woodlawn, and sections of South Shore.
Starting last week, Hairston has canceled or postponed all ward meetings, and closed her office indefinitely to minimize risk of coronavirus infection to staff and residents.
Hairston joins “Chicago Tonight” to talk about best practices and city policy surrounding COVID-19.
Date has been extended:
Info Shared by South Shore Chambers Inc.:
How to apply for unemployment benefits if you are out of work during Illinois’ COVID-19 shutdown by Sun-Times
Workers laid off temporarily — and even parents caring for children home from school — can qualify for unemployment benefits under the state’s recently adopted emergency rules.
Tens of thousands of workers across Illinois have been temporarily out of work since the outbreak began forcing businesses to close. Last week, Gov. J.B. Pritzker ordered all bars and restaurants to stop serving dine-in customers, and on Saturday, he issued a stay-at-home order leaving just “essential” businesses in operation.
The result is countless people are now out of work and being forced into the state’s unemployment system. Illinois alone saw more than 64,000 new claims for unemployment benefits from March 16-18.
To handle this massive influx of new applications, IDES announced it recently adopted emergency rules for who qualifies for unemployment insurance.
Unemployment insurance (UI) basics
In normal times, UI provides temporary income via federal funds to Illinois residents who are unemployed but able, available and actively seeking work each week.
The amount residents can receive depends on their usual pay rate with benefits ranging from $51 to $580 per week. Those approved can receive up to 26 weeks of benefits in a 12-month period.
The new emergency rules adopted during the coronavirus pandemic open up UI to a much larger group of workers. This means many people who wouldn’t typically qualify for UI can get benefits during the state of emergency.
Workers temporarily laid off due to COVID-19 can get UI
Illinois residents who are temporarily out of work because their employer has closed due to the coronavirus can qualify for UI if they meet all the other basic requirements.
The state isn’t expecting anyone to go out looking for a new job during a stay-at-home order: as long as applicants are prepared to return to their job as soon as the employer reopens, they’ll be considered to be actively seeking work and will qualify.
Under emergency rules, these workers will not have to register with the employment service.
Workers who quit due to COVID-19 fears cannot get UI
Unlike Illinois residents who are temporarily laid off by their employers’ closure, workers who voluntarily leave their job over concerns of the coronavirus will not be eligible for UI. The agency says “an individual generally has a duty to make a reasonable effort to work with his or her employer to resolve whatever issues have caused the individual to consider quitting.”
Parents who leave work due to a child’s school closure can get UI
With all Illinois schools closed through at least April 7, and Chicago Public schools through April 20, parents who voluntarily leave work to care for their child can qualify for UI because they “could be considered as unemployed through no fault of” their own.
You must still meet all of the other standard requirements, and unlike workers temporarily laid off due to COVID-19, parents who voluntarily leave work must be registered with the employment service.
Anyone who’s already exhausted UI rights will not receive additional benefits
Illinois residents who have already received the full 26 weeks’ worth of benefits within the last 12 months will not be eligible for additional UI under the emergency rules.
Here’s how to apply for UI
You can call the Illinois Department of Economic Services at 800-244-5631 or 866-488-4016 (TTY), but even the governor admits the lines have been very busy so he recommends filing your claim via the IDES website. Do not go in person: As of March 19, IDES offices are closed to the public until further notice.
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One of Hegewisch Best Restaurants:
Posted by Eddie Luna on Friday, March 27, 2020
Los Cantaritos 13343 s Baltimore ave
773-646-4015 Call and place your order.
Cuaresma/Lent Menu
* Caldo de camarón
* Fajitas de camarón
* Camarones a la diabla
* Camarones al mojo de ajo
* Jumbo shrimp dinner
* Shrimp basket
* Tilapia Dinner
* Tacos de camarón
* Tortitas de camarón con nopales
* Chile Relleno Dinner
* Capirotada
*shrimp basket sandwich meal
ABOUT THE ILLINOIS COVID-19 RESPONSE FUND
City of Chicago Prepares for Closure of all K-12 Schools, as Mandated by the State of Illinois
Following Governor Pritzker’s mandate, all schools in the City and the State will be closed from March 17 until March 31 due to COVID-1
https://www.cps.edu/News/Press_releases/Pages/PR1_03_13_2020.aspx
Watch Live: Coronavirus Briefing from Gov. J.B. Pritzker
Gov. J.B. Pritzker holds a press briefing on Thursday, April 2, 2020, to update the public on the spread of COVID-19 in Illinois. Get full coverage on COVID-19 from WTTW News.
https://news.wttw.com/chicago-tonight-live-stream-special-report
Info Shared by South Chicago Neighborhood Network:
South Chicago Food Network
Updated Monday, March 23rd 2020
Pantries Currently OPEN in our Area:
St. Philip Neri Lady of Peace 2132 S. 72nd St. Chicago, IL on Tuesdays 10:00 AM to
12:00 PM
Trinity Resurrection United Church 9046 S. Mackinaw Ave Chicago, IL 60617 on
Wednesdays 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Southeast Side of Chicago Food Pantry 11401 S. Green Bay Ave. Chicago, IL 60617
Wednesdays 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
St. Florian SVDP Food Pantry 13115 South Houston Avenue, Chicago, IL, 1st, 2nd,
3rd, 5th Wednesday 9-11 a.m.; 4th Wednesday 2:30- 4:30 p.m. Service Areas: 60633
Lolly’s Food Pantry 9390 S. Kreiter Chicago, IL 60617 on Wednesdays 4:00 PM to
6:00 PM
Gospel Way Covenant Church 8152 S. Saginaw Ave Chicago, IL 60617 Thursdays
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM Service Areas: 76th to 87th from Yates to Commercial Ave.
First World Wide Ministries 7945 S. Exchange Ave Chicago, IL 60617 Thursdays 3:30
PM to 5:30 PM
Southeast Side of Chicago Food Pantry 11401 S. Green Bay Ave. on 3rd Fridays
3/20/2020 at 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Centro Comunitario Juan Diego 8812 S. Commercial Ave Chicago, IL 60617 Fridays
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Christ Life Church Chicago 8927 S. Houston Ave Chicago, IL 60617 on Saturdays
10AM to 12PM
Pantries Currently CLOSED in our Area:
Our Lady Gate of Heaven Church 2338 E. 99th Street Chicago, IL 60617
Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry 3200 E. 91st Street Chicago, IL 60617
St. Katharine Drexel Parish 9047 S. Harper Ave Chicago, IL 60619
Open St. Kevin Food Pantry 10509 S. Torrence Ave Chicago, IL 60617
Advocate Trinity’s Healthy Living Farmacy 2320 E. 93rd St Chicago, IL
Pilgrim Baptist Church 3235 E. 91st Street HOT MEALS Chicago, IL 60617
Fresh Moves Mobile Market ALL MOBILE MARKETS CURRENTLY CANCELLED
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
**Date and Times Are Subject To Change
*Follow this link for updated information on Greater Chicago Food Depository food
pantries sites
https://www.chicagosfoodbank.org/find-food/
Info Shared by Martha Vasuez-Weber, Eastside Chamber:
SBA PROVIDING $10,000 EMERGENCY DISASTER GRANT FOR SMALL BUSINESS
Mar 30, 2020
SBA providing $10,000 emergency disaster grant for small business
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the government, through the Small Business Administration (SBA) is providing small businesses, sole proprietorships, and independent contractors a loan of up to $2 million, and a grant of up to $10,000, which may not have to be repaid, even if the loan application is denied.
Their website states:
SBA is collecting the requested information in order to make a loan under SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program to the qualified entities listed in this application that are impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The information will be used in determining whether the applicant is eligible for an economic injury loan. If you do not submit all the information requested, your loan cannot be fully processed.
The Applicant understands that the SBA is relying upon the self-certifications contained in this application to verify that the Applicant is an eligible entity to receive the advance, and that the Applicant is providing this self-certification under penalty of perjury pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 1746 for verification purposes.
The estimated time for completing this entire application is two hours and ten minutes, although you may not need to complete all parts. You are not required to respond to this collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB approval number.
Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis and the $10,000 grant should be paid within three days of an application.
Many of our small business owners and independent contracts in Little Falls are struggling right now, so please spread the word so that they may take advantage of this stimulus offer as soon as possible.
The streamlined application process can be found at https://covid19relief.sba.gov/#/
Info Shared by Alderwoman Garza:
Avoid Coronavirus Scams
Here are some tips to help you keep the scammers at bay. For more information please visit the FTC website.
- Hang up on robocalls. Don’t press any numbers. Scammers are using illegal robocalls to pitch everything from scam Coronavirus treatments to work-at-home schemes. The recording might say that pressing a number will let you speak to a live operator or remove you from their call list, but it might lead to more robocalls, instead.
- Ignore online offers for vaccinations and home test kits. Scammers are trying to get you to buy products that aren’t proven to treat or prevent the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) — online or in stores. At this time, there also are no FDA-authorized home test kits for the Coronavirus. Visit the FDA to learn more.
- Fact-check information. Scammers, and sometimes well-meaning people, share information that hasn’t been verified. Before you pass on any messages, contact trusted sources. Visit What the U.S. Government is Doing for links to federal, state and local government agencies.
- Know who you’re buying from. Online sellers may claim to have in-demand products, like cleaning, household, and health and medical supplies when, in fact, they don’t.
- Don’t respond to texts and emails about checks from the government. The details are still being worked out. Anyone who tells you they can get you the money now is a scammer.
- Don’t click on links from sources you don’t know. They could download viruses onto your computer or device.
- Watch for emails claiming to be from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or experts saying they have information about the virus. For the most up-to-date information about the Coronavirus, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
- Do your homework when it comes to donations, whether through charities or crowdfunding sites. Don’t let anyone rush you into making a donation. If someone wants donations in cash, by gift card, or by wiring money, don’t do it.
This May turn into Virtual Events at this moment:
3. Schedules Of : 3rd & 4th District CAPS Community Beats, Committees, Alderman, Senators and State Representatives, Police Board Meeting
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This is gathered info shared by the Alderman/Alderwoman, Government Officials, Community Organizations and Leaders, and Community Residents: In hopes of keeping you more in the loop and increase the sharing of information and participation throughout our communities “Not My Events” This mainly focus on the activities, events, resources, and services in Jackson Park Highland, South Shore, Avalon, Calumet Heights, South Chicago, Bush, Eastside, Jeffery Manor/South Deering, and Hegewisch. Please feel free to send Activities, Events, and Resources that you would like to be added to this album flyers through email or inbox. Know Your Neighbors…..Know Your Neighborhoods” “Not My Events” Events are Subject to Change. Please Share!
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What You Missed In April…Previous Activities, Events, Services, & Workshop of this Month:
Click To Register:
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/bacp/sbc/business_educationworkshopcalendar.html
Wednesday, 4/8 at 3:00 PM Webinar
Cutting Through the Clutter: Understanding Your Options to Navigate Your Business During the Pandemic
Presented by ChiBizHub
Join us to discover all the resources to help your businesses manage through COVID 19 and beyond:
· Chibizhub – One stop shop portal for resources
· Somercor – How can the Pay Check Protection Program Can Help My Business
· 37 Oaks – How can I promote my local business now, for free
· Q&A
ChiBizHub, an initiative of World Business Chicago, provides Chicago entrepreneurs and small businesses with free, easy access to a large network of service providers offering a wide variety of business-building services for small businesses.This webinar is intended to help you easily understand what you can do NOW to stay afloat.
Friday, 4/10 at 9:30 AM Webinar
One Page Business Plan
Presented by Vincent Williams, MBA, Vice President of Economic Empowerment & Director – IL-SBDC @ YWCA Metropolitan Chicago I Woodlawn Resource Center
This webinar will provide the basics behind cultivating and creating a working business plan that can be applied to all of your business ideas.
One creative way we will join together this month is in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day virtually. Even though we will not observe this day as we originally envisioned, we are excited to join together for a Multifaith Vigil on Zoom, April 13 at 7 pm. Please register, bring a candle, and celebrate the Earth with us through prayer and reflection.
When you register you will be asked to use a verified e-mail address for Zoom. We require this additional step to register in order to protect security and prevent hacking for when we are all on the Zoom video together. Thank you for your understanding
Mnuchin promises stimulus checks for many in 2 weeks after Democrats warn it could be months
Click Link to View Video:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/mnuchin-promises-stimulus-checks-many-230604021.html
WASHINGTON – Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced Thursday that many Americans reeling from the financial impacts caused by the coronavirus outbreak can expect to see their one-time stimulus checks of up to $1,200 show up in their bank accounts in about two weeks. For those without direct deposit, Mnuchin promised checks would go out quickly in a matter of “weeks.”
The announcement followed a memo sent out by House Democrats that warned some Americans could have to wait up to 20 weeks – or five months – before they receive their checks.
When asked about the memo, which was sent out by the House Ways and Means Committee, during a White House coronavirus task force briefing Thursday, Mnuchin said it was “not going to take” that long.
“Quickly, as a matter of weeks and not months,” Mnuchin said of the money going out.
More: Stimulus check: Calculate how much money you could get
He said the IRS was working on establishing a portal that would allow those for whom the IRS does not have direct deposit information to input their banking information, allowing Americans to get a check faster.
The Treasury Department told USA TODAY the first batch of stimulus checks would go out in two weeks, meaning about 50 million to 70 million Americans would get the money directly into their bank accounts by April 15. Over the next three weeks, the department said the “overwhelming majority of eligible Americans” will have received their payment.
The Democratic memo, sent out to House Democrats by the House Ways and Means Committee, offered a timeline for when the checks could reach Americans. The notice highlighted that the timeline was based off “extensive conversations with the IRS and the Department of Treasury” and was subject to change.
The memo said around mid-April, likely the week of April 13, the Internal Revenue Service planned to issue payments to about 60 million Americans through direct deposit. These payments will be made to those whom the IRS has direct deposit information for from their 2018 and 2019 tax returns, the memo notes.
More: Q&A: How could the historic $2 trillion coronavirus economic recovery package benefit you?
Three weeks later, the IRS would start issuing paper checks, the Democratic memo noted. This process would take more time, and House Democrats say the IRS informed them that it has a capacity to issue about 5 million of these checks per week.
The IRS does not have direct deposit information for about 90 million to 110 million Americans, meaning getting checks to all of these individuals could take up to 20 weeks, or about five months, before all Americans receive this financial relief via checks. Those with lower incomes would get assistance first, the memo adds.
Mnuchin poured water on the figures, explaining that the aim was to limit the number of paper checks going out and instead get more Americans signed up for direct deposit. He noted money would go out on a rolling basis for those who supply their information to the department, including through the new portal being set up later this month.
“We don’t want to send checks in this environment,” he said. “We don’t want people to get checks. We want to put money directly into their accounts.”
Mnuchin added: “This money does people no good if it shows up in four months, and we will deliver on that promise.”
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Coronavirus: Mnuchin vows $1,200 stimulus checks starting in 2 weeks
City Council Virtual Meeting
Wrong Date on Flyer April 15th
THIS MONTH’S MEETING WILL BE AN UPDATE FROM ODLSS’ CHIEF JONES AND DEPUTY CHIEF PARKER AND ISBE ABOUT EDUCATION FOR DIVERSE LEARNERS DURING THE REMOTE LEARNING PERIOD DUE TO COVID 19.
THIS MONTH’S MEETING WILL BE AN UPDATE FROM ODLSS’ CHIEF JONES AND DEPUTY CHIEF PARKER AND ISBE ABOUT EDUCATION FOR DIVERSE LEARNERS DURING THE REMOTE LEARNING PERIOD DUE TO COVID 19.
The Parent Advisory Council is a volunteer group of CPS parents & caregivers who meet with ODLSS to discuss diverse learner issues & provide input to CPS on policy, training & special education programming that would be of interest to parents. The ISBE monitors attend as well. The group meets monthly and will be meeting virtually until further notice.
If you have questions or concerns you would like addressed they can be submitted by 4/20/20 to [email protected]. There will also be time for questions the night of the meeting.
Apr 23, 2020 06:00 PM
Wednesday, 4/29 at 3:00 PM Webinar
Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis: Legal Resources for Small Businesses
Presented by the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights
These are unprecedented times and managing a small businesses has never been more challenging. As an entrepreneur during the COVID-19 crisis, the decisions you make today may determine the future viability of your business tomorrow. At “Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis: Legal Resources for Small Businesses,” CLC equitable development and small business attorney, Akele Parnell, will provide important information about resources available for small businesses struggling to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, including federal, state and local relief programs, legal aid and technical assistance.
Click here \https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-the-covid-19-crisis-legal-resources-for-small-businesses-tickets-103717937142o register for the 4/29 Webinar.
Friday 5/1 at 9:30 AM Webinar
Shifting Your Business To Online (E-commerce)
Presented by World Business Chicago
Join 37 Oaks Consulting, ChiBizHub, World Business Chicago and City of Chicago Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) for an informational webinar to help inspire you on ways you can shift, move or elevate your business to an e-commerce model.
Click here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shifting-your-business-to-online-e-commerce-tickets-103549621706 to register for the Friday, 5/1 Webinar.
Please email [email protected] with any webinar questions.