Business Connections, June 2020

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I Shop Shelby County T-Shirt Contest

Turner Promotions, Brownstone Marketing Solutions, 58 INC and The Shelby County Chamber have come together to launch a fun contest designed to help support businesses throughout Shelby County. Here’s how: 1) Visit www.roguegarments.com and click on the #ShopShelbyCounty tab to purchase a “#ShopShelbyCounty” t-shirt in one of two premium colors. The cost for the Gildan 6 oz, Ultra Cotton shirt is $25…

2) Once you pick up your T-shirt from the Chamber everyone is encouraged to take a photo of you wearing your t-shirt…

3) Upload your picture to your favorite social media channel and Tag the Chamber on any one of the Chamber’s social media outlets (Facebook, Instagram or Twitter).

By no later than the week of May 25 we’ll begin selecting a “winner” every week to receive a $25 gift certificate to their favorite Shelby Coun-

ty business for as long as the contest runs. The more shirts that are sold, the more certificates we’ll award.

We’re all in this together, so, join the contest by buying a shirt (or two!), and once you get them share that photo! $15 from each shirt sold will go directly to support businesses in Shelby County Alabama. Purchased shirts must be picked up through The Shelby County Chamber.

Shelby County Existing Business Coaching The Shelby County Chamber and 58 INC. recognize now, more than ever, that our small businesses face countless challenges that can come up at any time. Our Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) team is pulling together small groups of business owners to talk through and work through those challenges together. The BRE team will work alongside you to identify solutions and resources to

tackle these challenges headon. If the knowledge necessary to tackle your challenges cannot be found on our team, we’ll access outside experts to assist you. Privacy will be our top priority with this effort. All participants, if selected, will commit to confidentiality and the necessary time needed to resolve those challenges presented. For additional information please email info@ shelbychamber.org.

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The Shelby County Chamber Celebrates Excellence in the Classroom students and educators during the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s program is extra special”, Mancer concluded.

The program concluded with eight recipients – two “Career Pathway Standout” students, two “Academic Leader Standout” students, and one “Future Leader” student, one Elementary School Educator of the Year, one Middle School Educator of the Year and one High School Educator of the Year. The five student recipients each received a $1,000 cash award, and the three educator recipients received a $750 cash award. “The five student recipients will receive these funds to continue their education and career development, and the three teachers will receive their awards for use in their classrooms at their discretion,” Pari Barzegari, the Chamber’s Director of Community & Career Development shared.

The 2019-2020 nominees are listed below in alphabetical order by last name in each category: “CAREER PATHWAY STANDOUT” STUDENT OF THE YEAR NOMINEES: Zachary Adams, Chelsea High School Jaxon Butterworth, Calera High School Grace Carr, Montevallo High School Gigi Germek, Pelham High School Gavin Gray, Thompson High School Jairo Guadalupe, Shelby County College and Career Center Caleb Reed Horton, Shelby County High School Heather Houston, Briarwood Christian School Lyle Jensen, Oak Mountain High School Kelsey Mooney, Helena High School James Watts, Vincent Middle High School

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“ACADEMIC PATHWAY STANDOUT” STUDENT OF THE YEAR NOMINEES: Paisley Armstrong, Vincent Middle High School Matthew Bray, Oak Mountain High School Ryan Caver, Calera High School Noah Harper, Shelby County High School Abigail Heuton, Montevallo High School Brent Jones, Shelby County Career and Technical Education Center Erin Long, Pelham High School Allison Tanner, Helena High School Grace Owens, Briarwood Christian School Yesenia “Yesi” Villanueva, Chelsea High School Abby Grace Walker, Thompson High School ELEMENTARY SCHOOL EDUCATOR NOMINEES: Lauren Brady Akin, Forest Oaks Elementary School Amy Allen, Calera Elementary School Carrie Baker, Calera Intermediate School Margaret Battle, Vincent Elementary School Martha Bentley, Elvin Hill Elementary School Erin Brunson, Creek View Elementary Reina Valencia Dickens, Pelham Ridge Elementary Jeri Feliciano, Pelham Oaks Elementary School Brian Goodman, Thompson Intermediate School Karen Guarino, Montevallo Elementary School John Kyle Henderson, Oak Mountain Intermediate School Darbe Hooten, Meadow View Elementary School Keri Howard, Shelby Elementary Randy Maxwell, Helena Intermediate School Dana Nave, Wilsonville Elementary Toni Redding, Helena Elementary School Kristen Sanders, Inverness Elementa-

ry School Mary Schuelly, Coosa Valley Academy Austin Self, Chelsea Park Elementary Jennifer Slovensky, Oak Mountain Elementary School Caroline Trewhella, Mt. Laurel Elementary School MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATOR NOMINEES: Carrie Baker, Calera Intermediate School Heath Butler, Chelsea Middle School Dr. Meredith Collins, Pelham Park Middle School Janet Griffith, Thompson Middle School Jillian Harig, Vincent Middle High School Shelia Jett, Montevallo Middle School Ramona Jones, Coosa Valley Academy Jana Lee, Calera Middle School Anna McEntire, Helena Middle School Gaye McKinnon, Oak Mountain Middle School Samantha Pursley, Columbiana Middle School HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATOR NOMINEES: Shannon Acton, Chelsea High School Natasha Cooper, Shelby County High School Jeff Edwards, Coosa Valley Academy Ashlee Hall, Vincent Middle High School James Hill, Shelby County Career and Technical Center Jake Huggins, Thompson High School Lauren Ingram, Oak Mountain High School Amy Knight, Helena High School Michele Murray, Linda Nolen Learning Center Milene Panzica, Montevallo High School Juan Vasquez, Pelham High School Patti Waldrip, Calera High School Geoffrey Wymer, New Direction

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Shelby County’s leading students and educators for the 201920 school year were recognized at their homes today during The Shelby County Chamber’s Seventh Annual “Student & Educator of the Year” program presented by America’s First Federal Credit Union and co-sponsored by Vulcan Materials Company and The University of Montevallo.

Schools throughout Shelby County were invited to submit both an “academic leader standout” and “career pathway standout” Student of the Year to represent their school. All of the nominees were evaluated on the following criteria: GPA, extra-curricular activities and awards, a written response (essay) on their proposed career track/ course of study and letters of recommendation. Each student was asked to participate in a 20-minute Zoom interview with a panel of three judges.

The Educator of the Year candidates were nominated in three categories – elementary, middle and high school -- by their school principals. Three judges evaluated them on their philosophy of teaching, community involvement and recommendations from colleagues and school administrators, including a brief video where many showcased their exceptional classrooms.

All of the nominees were visited by representatives from the Chamber, and presented with a sign identifying them as a 2019-20 nominee.

“We believe that recognizing the excellence that is demonstrated by students and educators throughout Shelby County each and every day is a worthy pursuit.” Chamber President & CEO Kirk Mancer commented. “Coupled with the challenges presented to all of our

Montevallo Mayor Appointed to Chamber’s Board of Directors

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2020 Census – Shelby County COUNTS! We hope that you will take the time to complete the 2020 Census.

It takes less than 10 minutes to complete.

This process will determine how federal funding is allocated to communities and states.

Numbers gathered from the Census are used to determine how

many representatives in Congress a state gets for the next 10 years. It is also used to determine the number of representatives in the state legislature. If a state’s population is under-counted, it could lose representatives.

Please take the time to complete the 2020 Census.

The Shelby County Chamber is pleased to announce that the Honorable Holly Cost, Mayor of Montevallo, has joined its Board of Directors. This “ex-officio” position was created to be filled by a representative from the Shelby County Mayors’ Association. Mayor Cost was selected by the members of the Mayors Association to fill this role in it’s first year.

Heat Safety Guidelines Emergency Department, Shelby Baptist Medical Center

TYPE OF HEAT ILLNESS

CAUSE

Heat cramps (mildest form)

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Heat exhaustion

Heat stroke (life threatening)

adults younger than age 65. Here’s how to recognize heat illness: HOW TO AVOID HEAT ILLNESS Follow several guidelines to avoid starting down the path of heat illness: Watch the heat index - if over 90 degrees Fahrenheit, heat exposure is riskier.

Understand if your child’s health issues (including obesity) or medication make him or her more susceptible Beware of the need for extra hydration and breaks from the heat when wearing heavy clothing such as for football or band practice (if wear-

Intense exercise in high heat

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Loss of water and salt

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Extreme heat and sweating without fluid and salt replacement

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Body is overwhelmed by excessive heat and doesn’t properly regulate the heat

ing heavy uniforms) Stay hydrated and encourage your children to drink fluids even if they don’t think they’re thirsty.

Dress in lightweight, lightly-colored clothing.

Take breaks from activity to cool off in air conditioning, with a cool bath or in a swimming pool.

Talk with coaches and/or camp counselors about policies regarding heat illness prevention.

Finally, remember to never, ever leave children in a closed vehicle, even for a short time. Inside car temperatures can increase by as much as 19 degrees in as little as 10 minutes. Closed vehicles can be life-threatening.

SIGNS/SYMPTOMS

TREATMENT

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Painful cramps or muscle spasms most common in legs

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Stop activity and rest in a cool place

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Flushed, moist skin

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Take off extra clothing and apply cool cloths to skin

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Drink fluids that contain sugar and salt

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Slowly stretch cramped muscles

Same as above, plus: -

High fever (over 100.4)

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Headache

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Nausea/vomiting

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Diarrhea

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Weakness/fatigue

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Anxiety

Same as above, plus: -

Rapid heart rate

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Lack of appetite

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Confusion or agitation

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Stupor or lethargy

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Seizures

Same treatment as above; if no improvement or fluids won’t stay down, go to the emergency department.

Begin same treatment as above and call 911 or go to emergency department. In the meantime, place ice bags in armpit and groin area.

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KNOW THE SIGNS OF HEAT ILLNESS Children who are outside having fun in the sun or practicing sports may be too busy to pay attention to things like staying hydrated or knowing when to go for shade. When children are young, it’s up to the adults to watch out for when enough sun is enough. Heat illness follows a progression from mild to life-threatening.

Stages, Signs and Treatment of Heat Illness Extended time in heat and humidity and lack of adequate fluids can cause heat illness. And, children, teens and the elderly (over age 65) are more sensitive to heat because their bodies don’t adjust as quickly to environmental changes as

Dear Shelby County Chamber Investor:

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With Alabama easing stay-at-home restrictions your Shelby County Chamber’s leadership is beginning to examine if and when we will begin to consider holding our usual programming (e.g. Chamber Luncheons, CoffeeNET events, Business After Hours, etc.)

Our first, and essential, step in making any determination is to better understand your perspective on when (and how) you’d feel comfortable attending Shelby County Chamber events in person.

Your responses to this survey will be anon-

ymous and will only be used in combination with others. The survey should take no longer than 5 minutes to complete.

Thank you for your investment in your Shelby County Chamber, and your responses to these questions. Please do not hesitate to let us know if there is any assistance your Chamber staff can provide, and we’ll do our best to help.

Please visit shelbychamber.org to complete the survey by no later than June 15th.

Shelby County Economic Development Update On May 20, 2020 Chamber investors heard and in depth update on economic development throughout Shelby County from Managing Director of 58INC., Yvonne Murray. You can view a recording of Murray’s presentation on the Chamber’s website.

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TSCC Officers and Board of Directors OFFICERS Chamber Chair Ms. Kathy Copeland White Rock Quarries– Vincent Hills Chair-Elect Mr. Chris Grace Barge Design Solutions, Inc. Vice Chair, Business Development & Support Dr. Jay Crisman 280 Animal Medical Center Vice Chair, Communications & Marketing Ms. Carol Bruser University of Montevallo Vice Chair, Community & Career Development Mr. Daniel Listi Shelby Baptist Medical Center Vice Chair, Finance & Administration Mr. Bill Keller Renasant Bank Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs Mr. Brian Massey St. Vincent’s Health System Vice Chair, Investor Relations Ms. Alison Howell Steineker Alabama Power Company

Vice Chair, Tourism & Recreation Mr. Alex Dudchock Shelby County Immediate Past Chair Mr. Bill Connor America’s First Federal Credit Union DIRECTORS Mr. John Collier Regions Bank

Ms. Brittani Morris State Farm Insurance Brittani Morris Agency Mr. Casey Morris McLeod Software Mr. Fred Smith Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Mr. Rux Bentley Rux Carter Insurance

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New Members (March 24 - April 24, 2020) uAlex Dudchock Honorary uCoolBox Self Storage - Caldwell Mill Birmingham uKenley Apartments Birmingham uThe Huntley Apartments Pelham

Mr. Lee Dorrill Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

Mr. Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College

uTrails at Alabaster Alabaster

Ms. Kelly Thrasher Fox Hand Arendall, Harrison, Sale LLC

Ms. Laura Clarke Synovus Bank

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Mr. Kevin Morris America’s First Federal Credit Union

The Hon. Holly Cost City of Montevallo Shelby County Mayors Association

Mr. Tim Benefield Buffalo Rock Company

Mr. Jeff Purvis A. C. Legg, Inc.

Ms. April Harry Warren, Averett, LLC

Ms. Bridgette Jordan Smith City of Vincent

Keith Richards Taziki’s Mediterranean Café’ Mike Swinson Spire Alabama, Inc. Ms. Mechelle Wilder ARC Realty Mr. Paul Barber Valent Group Mr. Matthew Hogan Bama Budweiser of Shelby County

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Mr. Craig Sorensen SouthWest Water Company Mr. Daniel Holmes Shelby County Newspapers, Inc.

April 11- May 15, 2020

- Facebook: 39 “new likes”, 698 “views”, 10,763 “post reaches” and 3,742 “total likes”.

- Twitter: 31 “tweets”, 4,889 “tweet impressions”, 81 “profile visits”, 10 “mentions” 3,105 “followers”, - Instagram: 1,248 “posts and stories”, 1,143 “followers”.

- LinkedIn: 455 “followers”

Ms. Khiari McAlpin Vinehouse Nursery

- Responded to 25+ requests for business & community information.

Ms. Diane Thomas PostNet of Chelsea

- Responded to 45+ requests for information regarding COVID-19 matters (SBA loans, etc.)

(*) Serving a one-year term in 2020

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