Tuesday, December 22, 2020

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Happy Holidays from CEDRR | Consider Supporting the M.I.N.T.|
VACEPlus Insurance | COVID-19 Update | Explore Rutland County |
Career Hub | Events & Workshops

Happy Holidays from CEDRR!

The Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) is wishing you a safe and joyous Holiday Season. CEDRR has been working on your behalf to ensure Our Region can continue to be the best place to live, work, play, and grow a business. Click here to see us in action! It is important to help those in our community so don't forget to shop local for your loved ones and enter CEDRR's buy local campaign! 

Consider Supporting the MINT

CEDRR is encouraging local support for the local MINT Rutland’s Makerspace. We have heard that there are businesses that could benefit from making donations before year-end to help with their tax liabilities for 2020. If this applies to your business, please consider donating to support the M.I.N.T., which is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.  Contributions are tax-deductible and can be made by going to https://rutlandmint.org/donate or by contacting M.I.N.T. Executive Director, Karen McCalla.  We recommend that you consult with your tax advisor prior to taking any action. 

CEDRR Member Benefit: Affordable Dental & Vision Insurance 

Our CEDRR members have access to affordable dental and vision insurance packages for your employees through VACEPlus. Businesses interested in becoming a member to take advantage of VACEInsurance should contact Penny Inglee.

Learn more about VACE insurance  → 

COVID-19 Updates

Please join the Vermont Department of Health and the Agency of Commerce and Community Development for a weekly webinar series on Wednesdays from 3-4 pm focused on health and commerce pandemic updates for the business community. Decision-makers from the Agency of Commerce and Community Development, the Vermont Department of Health, and the Department of Public Safety will provide updates and be available to answer your questions. This webinar is designed for business owners and organizations that primarily serve businesses. 

To help us serve you better during the webinar, please consider submitting your questions ahead of time. Businesses joining the webinar by phone must enter their questions using this link ahead of time, as only those participating via the Microsoft Teams online platform will be able to ask real-time questions.

Participants can submit anonymous questions via the webinar’s online questionnaire here. 

Learn more about resources for businesses regarding COVID-19→ 

Thank you to our new members!

Spotlight your business today. Become a CEDRR member!

CEDRR would like to thank the following businesses for renewing their membership:

BalanceWorks Orthotic, Pedorthic & Orthopedic Shoe Lab of Vermont | Best Western Inn & Suites | Credit Union of Vermont | Engineering Services of Vermont, LLC | Riverside Veterinary Care | Vermont Railway

Explore Rutland County: Proctor

Proctor is uniquely situated along a north-south valley of the Otter Creek, making it one of the most picturesque towns in Rutland County. The former home to the Vermont Marble Co., the influence of the marble industry is evident throughout the town. Visitors should plan to stop at the marble bridge, which carries Main Street across the Otter Creek in the heart of Proctor. The bridge features spectacular architecture and breathtaking views, made from white Vermont marble, quarried nearby. To learn more about the region’s rich history in the marble industry, visit the Vermont Marble Museum and Gift Shop. The museum, located in a wing of one of the former Vermont Marble Co. buildings, celebrates the contributions of Vermont marble and Vermont Marble Co. The museum features the hall of presidents, with the white marble bust of every U.S. President proudly on display.

Explore Proctor! → 

Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region's Career Hub features full-time jobs across Rutland County that provide a salary higher than the Vermont living wage.