The South Sound Chamber of Commerce Legislative Coalition (SSCCLC) tracks proposed legislation and bills, relevant to the South Sound business community, during the current legislative session in Olympia. This post outlines current proposed legislation being considered in Olympia.

The U.S. Small Business Administration and the Department of Treasury announced the reopening of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) under new guidance. Read more.

The Business and Workers update is a weekly newsletter providing news and information to help businesses and workers navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. The information is compiled by the state Economic Resiliency Team (ERT), part of the Joint Information Center at Camp Murray.

The Auburn Area Chamber has been hosting industry-specific, virtual meetings this month to provide businesses an opportunity to share with Auburn city staff members their thoughts regarding a proposed B&O Tax. This blog includes recordings of the final industry meeting -- for the personal services sector.

The Business and Workers update is a weekly newsletter providing news and information to help businesses and workers navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. The information is compiled by the state Economic Resiliency Team (ERT), part of the Joint Information Center at Camp Murray.

The Auburn Area Chamber has been hosting industry-specific, virtual meetings this month to provide businesses an opportunity to share with Auburn city staff members their thoughts regarding a proposed B&O Tax. This blog includes recordings of three industry meetings -- for retail, hospitality & food services, and healthcare industries.

The Auburn Area Chamber is hosting industry-specific, virtual meetings at the beginning of December to provide businesses an opportunity to share with Auburn city staff members their thoughts regarding a proposed B&O Tax. This blog includes recordings of the first three, industry meetings -- for nonprofits, auto dealers, and manufacturing/warehousing businesses.

WorkSource will offer virtual workshops for individuals seeking employment at no cost to participants. The workshops will be offered in multiple languages. Read More.

The Auburn Area CONNECT Chamber of Commerce is honored to recognize the late Bill Peloza as the recipient of the 2020 Bill Kyle Award. Read More.

Congratulations to REVIVE Church of Auburn, one of our 2020 Auburn Area CONNECT Nonprofit of the Year SPOTLIGHT Award winners. The 2020 Nonprofit of the Year Award was sponsored by the Leadership Institute of South Puget Sound. Read More.

Congratulations to the YMCA of Greater Seattle / Auburn Social Impact Center, one of our 2020 Auburn Area CONNECT Nonprofit of the Year SPOTLIGHT Award Winners. The 2020 Nonprofit of the Year Award was sponsored by the Leadership Institute of South Puget Sound. Read More.

Congratulations to Orion Industries, the winner of the Auburn Area CONNECT Employer of the Year SPOTLIGHT Award. The 2020 Employer of the Year Award was sponsored by Emerald Aire. Read More.

Congratulations to Stacy Johnson, the winner of the Auburn Area CONNECT SPOTLIGHT Woman Leader of the Year Award. The 2020 Woman Leader of the Year Award was sponsored by The Outlet Collection | Seattle. Read more.

Congratulations to Lew Keliher, the winner of the Auburn Area CONNECT SPOTLIGHT Achieve Award, recognizing a local educator who has excelled at supporting education and/or workforce development in the Auburn Area. The 2020 Achieve Award was sponsored by Green River College. Read more.

Congratulations to Waste Management, the winner of the Auburn Area CONNECT Business Sustainability SPOTLIGHT Award. The 2020 Business Sustainability Award was sponsored by MultiCare Auburn Medical Center. Read More.