November 2014, Volume 10, Issue 11, www.manhattan.org
A publication of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce
Mark your calendars!
Contact us:
501 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS, 66502-6005 785-776-8829 phone 785-776-0679 fax chamber@manhattan.org www.manhattan.org TDD Kansas Relay Center: 800-766-3777 Connect with the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce through Social Media.
The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce presents
Health Care Reform Update
Presented by James L. Gordon, Certified Public Accountant with Sink, Gordon & Associates LLP Public Accountants
An update will be provided in these related areas:
Update on Employer Notices to all employees
2015 Open Enrollment 1. How have the plans and rates changed? 2. Dates for enrollment 3. Additional open dates due to Triggering Events
Individual Mandate 1. Subsidy update 2. Required income reporting 3. Required repayment if income is higher (how it works)
Employer Mandate 1. Will it be delayed again 2. Update – who is required to offer coverage? 3. Update – penalty calculations
Small Business Tax Credits – Update
If you have any questions about the reform, then you should attend this seminar! Jim will help you better understand the key components of how health care reform will affect not just your company, but your employees as well. Date: Thursday, November 13, 2014
Time: 10:30am – noon OR 1:30 - 3:00pm (sessions will be identical)
Location: Chamber Boardroom
The seminar is being offered FREE of charge to Chamber members. There is a $20 fee for nonmembers.
For more information and to register for the seminar, contact the Chamber office by email at chamber@manhattan.org or call 785-776-8829.
Space is limited so make your reservation today!
Did You Know?
Select a committee of interest, attend a meeting and share your ideas. Thursday, November 20 7:15 – 8:30am at the Manhattan Country Club
Start your day off with breakfast and some early morning networking. Coffee and networking will begin at 7:15am followed by a breakfast buffet and three speakers that will share information about local topics of interests to the community.
Speakers for the event will include: •Andre Biane, President & CEO, American Institute of Baking, What is AIB International Inc.
• Col. Cole, Garrison Commander Fort Riley •Ben Herman, Clarion Associates, Update on the Manhattan Area 2035 Project Register online at www.manhattanchamber.org or by calling 776-8829. The cost is $20 per member or $35 for non-members. Sponsored by:
Become a volunteer. Committee involvement offers members an excellent opportunity to take an active role in planning and implementing programs and strategies to achieve the Chamber's goals. While participating on committees, you will be networking with other members, increasing the visibility of your company name, and ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of your Chamber membership. In 2013, 877 members volunteered their time for Chamber committees. Your volunteer involvement assures you a role in leading the future of Manhattan and the surrounding region.
Always keep in mind that your Chamber membership is a company-wide membership, so feel free to share the committee list with others in your company. Once the Chamber receives your completed form, you will begin to receive meeting notices and other information on the chosen committee(s). Sign up for a committee any time of the year by calling 785-776-8829. New members are always welcome!