Peoria Wants to Hear From You!
LAST DAY!
Peoria Wants to Hear From You!
The city of Peoria is conducting consumer research to learn about the shopping and dining habits of residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. This information will help Peoria business owners understand how to better serve residents and help the city develop a comprehensive local marketing and advertising campaign to encourage residents to support local businesses in a safe manner. Help local businesses better cater to your needs by clicking on the link below and filling out a quick 10-minute survey.
Click here to complete the survey.
Calling All Nonprofits!
This is a 24-hour creative marathon where volunteers come together to provide design, marketing, and strategic services for nonprofits.
This event is part of AIGA Design for Good. Due to COVID, this year’s event will be held virtually. Although we won’t be in the same space this year, we will try and make the best out of it by collaborating over zoom and playing games to keep us energized and focused throughout the night!
Together we can ignite, accelerate, and amplify design-driven social change.
LEARN MORE HERE
Can you help out Gompers?
Prior to COVID-19, Gompers served 500 students and adults with disabilities with a Private Day School, Adult Day Program (DTA) and Employment Services (ES) at locations in Peoria, Glendale and Phoenix. As we approach our 75 th anniversary, our mission as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit continues to transform local lives for the better with unique programming and experiences.
On September 14, 2020, Gompers welcomed back 60+ adult members and 50 drivers and staff to Adult Day Program (DTA) at our Phoenix and Peoria locations after 5 months of virtual services. Employment Services offers group supported employment in partnership with 15 local businesses across the valley, from Peoria to Mesa. Our ability to re-open and stay open is largely due to our work with HealthyVerify. In collaboration, we developed a re-opening plan, staff training and health and safety protocols that are certified in accordance with all Federal, State and Local guidelines. These safety measures require us to operate program rooms at a reduced capacity of 45%.
In order to continue services for all the individuals we supported before building closure, Gompers needs additional space and is looking for opportunities to partner with local business that have unused space. Please contact mbotterbusch@gompers.org if you can help!
COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 RESOURCE CORNER
Banners for Businesses
Banners, Tabletop Signs, a Safety Webpage and Social Media Graphics have been created for Peoria businesses. If a business owner would like to learn more or request any of these free marketing materials, they can sign up at:
www.peoriaaz.gov/business/small-business-task-force.
Paycheck Protection Program
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PPP Loan Forgiveness
The Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, is providing this guidance to address borrower and lender questions concerning forgiveness of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, as provided for under section 1106 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), as amended by the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (Flexibility Act).
Borrowers and lenders may rely on the guidance provided in this document as SBA’s interpretation, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, of the CARES Act, the Flexibility Act, and the Paycheck Protection Program Interim Final Rules (“PPP Interim Final Rules”) (link).
Click here for Document on (FAQ's) on PPP Loan Forgiveness
Testing Sites
from Arizona Department of Health Services
Click image to go to ADHS List of COVID Testing sites
2020 Events Update
2020 EVENTS UPDATE
This year Covid has allowed us to explore the digital opportunities that Zoom has to offer as we have transitioned several of our event series to virtual. We will continue to use Zoom as we finish out 2020 for our weekly events, Coffee for Closers, Marketing Monday, Women 4 Women and Percolate Peoria. We have decided to take a pause in our monthly Networking Breakfast for the month of November. We plan to re-engage our Networking Breakfast event as we move in to 2021. We want to bring you prominent community leaders and create a space where as business leaders you can network with one another and mingle over breakfast. Until we know what 2021 will bring, we hope that you will continue to join us on zoom weekly and take part in learning ways to increase sales, market your business, and interact with other chamber members.
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Pacifica Senior Living Peoria
Located in the northern Phoenix area and voted “2020 Best of Senior Living,” Pacifica Senior Living Peoria provides full-service memory care programs in a warm, home-like environment for residents with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other forms of memory loss.
Meet the Peoria Chamber of Commerce Team!
Meet the Peoria Chamber of Commerce Team!
"It is my pleasure to introduce you to our Peoria Chamber of Commerce team members! We are fortunate to to have these dedicated and talented individuals serving our business community in three key functional roles. Each team member brings solid experience and a genuine concern for excellence, teamwork and resourcefulness to meet the challenging business environment existing today. First, Carri Kaufman, Business Development Manager leads our focus on developing enduring relationships with our businesses community. Veronica Christiansen, Event Coordinator, joins us from Idaho as a new Peoria resident with proven event planning and management experience plus the creativity to take our events to the next level. Hannah Murphy, principle and owner of Studio Stillwater, fills nicely, a long time gap in our Chamber marketing arsenal to accelerate our social and digital presence for our Chamber business, members and Peoria businesses needing our solutions. This team has set high goals and standards. We are excited for the future!
- Scot Andrews President & CEO PCOC
Scot Andrews
President & CEO
I am Scot Andrews. Peoria resident for 15 plus years. Relocated here with Coca-Cola. Married to my beautiful wife Donna for 30 plus years. An experienced Fortune 100 Executive. The role as CEO of the Peoria Chamber is a rare privilege to serve each and every one of the 4000 plus businesses in Peoria. Serving owners who have invested their life and vocation in our community. I can't think of any better calling than to help them grow and thrive!
Carri Kaufman
Business Development Manager
I'm Carri Kaufman, Business Development Manager. I came to the Peoria Chamber from working at the Glendale Chamber for 6 years. Excited to be a part of a growing community of business owners who are looking to make a difference in the City.
Veronica Christiansen
Event Coordinator
Hi, my name is Veronica Christiansen and I graduated from BYU-Idaho with my degree in communication and an emphasis in public relations. I have worked as a Director of a performance series and as an Event Manager for a Convention Center. I am excited to be joining the Peoria Chamber as an Event Coordinator to help create experiences that will connect our chamber members to each other and to the Peoria community.
Hannah Murphy
Digital Marketing & Social Media Manager
Hi! I'm Hannah Murphy with Studio Stillwater and I'm so grateful to be a part of the amazing PCOC team. I graduated from the University of San Diego with a degree in graphic design, took a break to English in Thailand, then worked at an ad agency in Melbourne, Australia. I came home to Phoenix to work at another ad agency here before leaving to start my own company. I am ecstatic to further the Peoria community through social media & the Chamber's digital presence!
Community News & Events
St. Mary's Food Bank Drive
Wednesday, October 28th
Event Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM MST
Location:
Inspira Arrowhead
20240 N 78th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308
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Contact Person: Jeannie Grates (623) 235-6400
Trick Or Treat @ Uptown Jungle
Thursday, October 29th (Peoria)
Event Time:
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM MST
Description:
This is a community event for businesses to promote themselves and for local families to have fun trick or treating in a safe, friendly environment. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at the Uptown Jungle Avondale (1725 N. Dysart Rd. Avondale, AZ 85392), and on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at the Uptown Jungle Peoria (7608 W Cactus Rd. #101 Peoria, AZ 85381). Businesses will be able to reserve a table space and participate in a table decorating contest along with handing out treats and promotional material. Guests will have the chance to vote for the most decorated table and the winning business will get a prize. During the event, participants will be guided through the park, passing each table on their way to the end.
More details on this page.
Location:
Uptown Jungle
7608 W. Cactus #101, Peoria, AZ 85381
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Contact Person: George Colebrook (623) 203-7169
Park West is throwing a Drive-Thru Boo Bash!
Saturday, October 31st
Event Time:
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM MST
$1.00 per car will be donated to St. Mary's Food Bank.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Join the City of Peoria & Phoenix Raceway for a Spooktacular afternoon!
October 31st | 12:00-4:00 pm
Park West
(Lot behind Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers)
Snap a pic with a Phoenix Raceway Show Car + NASCAR Championship Trophy
Post to Park West social for a chance to win 2 tickets to NXS Championship race + autographed NASCAR swag!
Email scott@golfps.org for more information & registration details.
Volunteer with Peoria Diamond Club!
Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. From assisting with Spring Training to helping with our year round fundraising events, our 500 volunteers step up to give their time, talent, experience, and heart, to help us accomplish our mission of supporting community programs that educate and enrich children’s lives, while enhancing their futures.
Click here to learn more.
Your tax deductible donations helps us provide grants for organizations dedicated to helping our West Valley kids.
Visit their website for more information.
We're teaming up with Member AZTV Channel 7 to help local businesses!
We know getting back to business is exciting as we all work to grow Arizona’s economy. And as the last locally owned and operated broadcasting TV station in a top 20 market, we have the ability to pass along great savings to our local Arizona partners and help local businesses re-emerge successfully.
AZTV Channel 7 is offering the Peoria Chamber of Commerce a discount. The value for broadcast and production can reach up to $3,000, but members can get it for just $150. All you have to do is mention that you are a Peoria Chamber member!
AZ Daily Mix is a live show that airs from 8-9am Monday through Friday, and 7-8am Saturday. Your segment will be aired and re-aired the following day.
Wouldn’t it be exciting to see your company televised? Book your interview now!
Contact: Ryan Ferris, Account Executive, (602) 708-9553 or rferris@aztv.com.
For additional questions please reach out to memberservices@peoriachamber.com.
CAP is launching a new, free resource on the CAP canal and Colorado River water in Arizona!
The CAP University webinar will be November 18th.
REGISTER HERE
The Mission at Agua Fria Senior Living
We are proud to invite you to experience excellence in senior housing! Our senior community offers 31 Memory Care studios and 59 studio and one-bedroom Assisted Living apartments. The Mission at Agua Fria Senior Living offers a beautiful and comfortable space you will be proud to call your new home. We have studios and one-bedrooms available now.
Our brand-new building is located conveniently in Peoria, near the intersection of West Olive Avenue and North 107th Avenue.
ASSISTED LIVING APARTMENT FEATURES - We offer a choice of private apartments with four different floorplans for one-bedroom apartments (some with kitchenettes) in Assisted Living. Our apartments are comfortable, safe, and secure. Each apartment includes a spacious bathroom, walk- or wheel-in shower with grab bars, emergency response pull cords, emergency pendant, and ample closet space. Services include 24-hour care staff on-site, all utilities plus cable, apartment maintenance, weekly housekeeping, daily trash removal, and personal laundry and linen service.
MEMORY CARE STUDIO FEATURES - We offer private studio apartments in Memory Care. Our studios are spacious, ADA accessible, comfortable, safe, and secure. Each studio includes a spacious bathroom, walk- or wheel-in shower with grab bars, emergency response pull cords, and ample closet space. Services include 24-hour care staff on-site, all utilities plus cable, apartment maintenance, weekly housekeeping, daily trash removal, and personal laundry and linen service.
Ribbon Cuttings
Join us on October 31st & November 1st for our official Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony from 1-5 PM on both days!
All guests must sign a waiver, which can be found online or filled out on the day of the event.
*Masks are required!!
*If you are feeling ill or have a higher than normal temperature we encourage you to stay home or seek proper medical attention. We will miss you, but want you to get better!
Scheduled Activities
1:00 PM: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
1:00 PM-3:00 PM: Live Music from Musician Buddy Duke (Oct. 31st)
1:00 PM-3:00 PM: Live Music from : Live Music from Musician Moabi Kotu (Nov. 1st)
1:00 PM-5:00 PM: Spooky Splatter Room with Candy for the kids
Dia de Los Muertos/Coco Themed Splatter Room with Sugar Skull Cookies
FREE Food by White Stars Catering
FREE Desserts from Sweet Bee Bakery Boutique
FREE Gelato from JRB Gelato
FREE Mimosas to first 50 people
FREE shirts and giveaways!
$10 Arm Marbling
Photography by 12.16 Photography
Videography by Martez Cornelius
Reservation Station for all your future booking needs: Book a party with deposit, at the Grand Opening, and receive 20% off of your party package!
REGISTER FOR OCT. 31st HERE
REGISTER FOR NOV. 1st HERE
Why We Endorse a NO on Prop 208
We have 18 days until the election and need your help to defeat this devastating proposition.
Ways to help today:
- Send an email to your network & members: You may be thinking – “I’ve already done that” - which is great and much appreciated, but the reality is multiple touches are needed to ensure the information is getting through. As such, it would be great if you share another email with your network today. We have drafted one below to help, but please feel free to edit for your purposes.
- Share on social media: Your organization is a respected voice for your network, share the facts on your channels to ensure your followers see. We have attached various social media graphics you can use on your channels.
- Give your post a boost: We know due to the pandemic resources are tight, which is why passing the largest tax increase in Arizona history is such a bad idea. If you have the means, consider boosting one of your No on 208 Facebook posts. Did you know that just $200 can get you as many as 10,000 views! Those are views from voters that will hear directly from the respected voices, like yours, in their communities. If you are new to boosted posts and need help setting up, we are here to help, we can walk you through the steps to get started!
- Make Calls: If you or others are interested to make calls for the Prop 208 opposition please sign up today! It’s effortless, and you can call from anywhere as long as you have access to a cell phone. We have been getting very positive feedback from voters and with your help we can reach more. Please contact Boaz Witbeck - bwitbeck@afphq.org or Tori Holderbach - tholderbach@afphq.org to get started.
Lastly, in case you missed it, we wanted to share some recent No on Prop 208 news from around the state may be helpful to share with your network through your channels:
Thank you again for all your help! Let’s not let off the gas from now until Election Day and together we can stop Prop 208.
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