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COVID-19 Resources
The current COVID-19 epidemic and information being gathered is ever-changing. The Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce is working to keep you, our members, informed and up-to-date on the resources available for you, your families, employees and your business.
Below are key resources to keep you abreast of COVID-19 developments:
- Ohio Department of Health
- CDC (Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers)
- CDC (COVID-19 Updates)
- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine’s Office
- ODJFS (Coronavirus and Unemployment Insurance Benefits)
- Coronavirus Pandemic Planning Guide
- CDC Advice to Keep Your Workplace Safe
- OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act
- Bureau of Worker’s Compensation
- City of Piqua Health Department
- Stay at Home Order
- US Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Guide
- Elections and Voting in Ohio
- IRS (Coronavirus Tax Relief)
- ODJFS (Mass Layoff Form for Employers)
- Coronavirus Digital Toolkit
- Coronavirus Guidance for Employers
- Coronavirus Resource Hub for Small Businesses
- Coronavirus Local/State Policy Tracker
- Coronavirus Workplace Flyer
- Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
U.S. Small Business Administration Links:
- Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
- Guidance for Businesses and Employers
- SBA Products and Resources
Your Business is Our Business…we are here for you during this difficult time.
The 2020 Mills/Bogart Brothers Scholarship
The Mills Brothers began their career in 1925 as “Four Boys and a Guitar”. Their parents, John H. and Ethel M. Mills moved to Piqua in 1908-09. The “Four Boys” got their professional start with the local Greenamyer Orchestra. Their first record was cut in 1927 and during the next fifty years, the group cut over 1,246 records. The Mills Brothers biggest hits included “Tiger Rag”, “Glow Worm” and “Bye, Bye Blackbird”.
Similarly, the Bogart Brothers began their careers locally with their starring roles on the Lehman Catholic High School stage. They are the sons of Kathy and Bob Bogart of Houston, Ohio. Matt, Daniel and Dominic received the Mills Brothers Scholarship and have pursued careers in professional music performing in various roles on stage around the country. Kevin chose not to pursue a career in the arts. He plays guitar as a hobby and for various musical productions.
This scholarship(s) is intended to be presented to a resident in the City of Piqua who is currently a high school senior or currently attending an accredited college, music school or other post-high school institution. The student is required to have resided in the 45356 zip code upon high school graduation. Also, the student must show that he or she will or is pursuing music, music education or the performing arts field of study.
For more information and to obtain a scholarship application form, please contact your guidance counselor, the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce at 937-773-2765 or email ksherman@piquaareachamber.com . Applications may also be downloaded from the link below.
The deadline for application and letters of recommendation to be turned in to the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce, 326 N. Main Street, is 4:00pm on Friday, March 27, 2020.
The 2020 Betty Hemmert Scholarship
Betty Hemmert, was an accomplished pianist and a talented voice teacher. She first came to Piqua in 1945 to teach music at Wilder Junior High and Piqua Central High School. She began to teach piano privately while rearing their five children.
Hemmert was organist and choir director for several churches and directed the quartet at the Jewish Temple. She was founder and director of the Piqua Community Chorus and also directed the Skylarks, a girls vocal ensemble in the 1940’s and the Silhouettes, a girls trio in the 1970’s. Betty taught private voice lessons for many years until retirement in 1999. Her students were highly successful in Ohio Music Education Association contests and on the high school stage.
This scholarship is intended to be presented to a resident in the City of Piqua who is currently a high school senior seeking enrollment in an accredited college or other post-high school institution. The student is required to reside in the 45356-zip code upon high school graduation. The student must show that he or she has made a significant contribution to the performing arts during their high school years. They should demonstrate that during the four years spent in high school that they had a musical achievement, were committed to various high school musicals or served on the musical committees.
For more information and to obtain a scholarship application form, please contact your guidance counselor, the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce at 937-773-2765 or email ksherman@piquaareachamber.com . Applications may also be downloaded from the link below.
The deadline for the application and letters of recommendation to be turned in to the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce, 326 N. Main Street, is 4:00pm on Friday, March 27, 2020.
The 73rd Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner
Couldn’t make it to this year’s Annual Dinner? Check out this video of the event from the Indian Nation Station!
Nominations are being accepted for the Business Person of the Year
Nominations are being accepted until Monday, November 25, 2019 at 5pm for the “Business Person of the Year”. Nomination forms can be obtained at the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce or online HERE.
Nominees should be a member of the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce.
Their business must be located within the 45356 zip code.
The recipient should be actively involved with the enhancement of the City of Piqua. This includes their business, community and/or the Chamber of Commerce. Please contact Kathy Sherman at 773-2765 or email ksherman@piquaareachamber.com should you have questions.
Nominations are now being accepted for the Order of George Award
The Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the next recipient of the prestigious “Order of George” Award. The award is presented annually to a Piqua resident, who has been actively involved in volunteer and community service.
Do you know of a deserving co-worker, friend, relative or neighbor, who is always willing to go the extra mile in an effort to make our community a better place to live and work?
Applications are available at the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce or online HERE. The deadline for accepting nomination applications is Monday, November 25, 2019 at 5pm.
Please contact Kathy Sherman at 773.2765 or email ksherman@piquaareachamber.com should you have questions.
Nominations are being accepted for the Cheryl Stiefel-Francis Award for Nonprofit Excellence
Nominations are being accepted for the Cheryl Stiefel-Francis Award for Nonprofit Excellence until Monday, November 25, 2019 at 5pm. The individual or organization should meet one or more the following criteria:
*Recognized leadership with a reputation for excellence within the nonprofit community, as well as with the public at large.
*May not be an elected official.
*The individual or organization must serve the Piqua community and have a positive impact on its citizens.
*The mission/objective/goals of the organization reflect a community need.
*The individual or organization has a reputation for integrity in dealings with clients, volunteers, staff or other individual/groups.
*Presented to an individual or organization that exemplifies excellence and innovation in programs, projects, and partnerships.
Nomination forms can be picked up at the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce office, 326 N. Main St., or download the form HERE. Contact Kathy Sherman at 773-2765 or email ksherman@piquaareachamber.com should you have any questions.
Earn a premium rebate through safety education
Are you an Ohio employer who wants to save on their workers’ compensation premium? You could by actively participating in the The Miami County Safety Council!
Download this flyer from the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation to learn more.
Office Space Available for Lease 111 W. Ash Street, Piqua
1970 square feet of downtown Piqua office space for lease Highly visible one story brick office space located on US 36 Interior offers:
- 4 offices
- Conference room Spacious reception area Work area
- Lobby
- Galley kitchen
- Two restrooms
This versatile space lends itself to either one tenant or multiple tenants.
For more information contact Kathy Sherman at the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce, 773-2765 or email ksherman@piquaareachamber.com
