COVID-19 INFO & RESOURCES
The Chamber sends out weekly updates to our members every Tuesday with important resources and information. You may view the previous 8 week's of emails below.
Click here to read the new Executive Order issued by Texas Governor Abbott that goes into effect on Wednesday, March 10, 2021.
Free COVID-19 Rapid Testing Kits Available for Small Businesses
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If you are a small business owner and would like information about free testing for your business, please call the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce at 373-7800 or email denise@amarillo-chamber.org. Test kits are FREE to small businesses, even if your business is not a member of the Amarillo Chamber. Businesses wishing to safely and quickly test their employees at their business are required to watch a short instructional video to be certified before testing can begin. Businesses are required to report the test results to the State of Texas through a simple web-based platform. Denise will be able to explain the process, course requirements, and will schedule a time for test kits to be picked up and answer any questions once the business is certified.
To learn more about this program that was started in an effort to help support the continued operation of small businesses throughout the state of Texas by Governor Abbott, click here. Please note, the Chamber of Commerce does not conduct testing at our office, and these kits are for businesses for their employees and not for the general public. |
Governor's Reports to Open Texas
Under the direction of Governor Abbott, with the advice of the Lt. Governor, Speaker of the House, Attorney General, and Texas Comptroller: The Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas will safely and strategically restart and revitalize all aspects of the Lone Star State—work, school, entertainment, and culture.
Mask Mandate
As you're enjoying our city, please remember to wear your masks! Beginning Friday, July 3rd, Texas Governor Greg Abbot issued an executive order requiring face covering to be worn in public spaces. If you have children under the age of 10, in the process of eating, exercising outdoors, or have certain medical conditions, this executive order does not apply. Click here to learn more.
Click the image above to view the latest "All In Amarillo" guidelines and recommendations for individuals & businesses.
COVID-19 Vaccines through City of Amarillo
Make sure to visit
https://amarilloalerts.com/vaccine for COVID-19 Vaccine updates, availability, and for Phase 1A and Phase 1B and 2nd Dose eligibility information BEFORE going. |
The City of Amarillo Public Health Department is currently administering COVID-19 vaccines to all individuals identified in the State of Texas Phase 1A and 1B and 2nd Dose Vaccine Allocation Plan.
Immunizations will take place at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex (401 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX 79101). Eligible citizens should enter the North Exhibit Hall through Entrance 3. Clinic hours are as follows: **Public Health may close the line early in order to serve everyone in line before closing time.** All operational changes will be updated in real-time on this website. |
Amarillo's Current Status Level as of 3-8-21
Report cards are updated daily Monday through Friday after 2:30pm. (Click the image to view larger.)
For information on other counties in the surrounding area, please consult the Texas Department of State Health Services website.
Amarillo COVID-19 Status Levels Reference Chart
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Know the Symptoms of COVID-19
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City of Amarillo Department of Public Health is still conducting testing for those experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 please call (806) 378-6315 and a Public Health worker will assist you.
For more information about symptoms of COVID-19, please visit the CDC website here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html |
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US Dept. of Agriculture Alert 7-28-20
Mystery Seeds Arrive in Texas -- Recipients advised to report unsolicited seed shipments
Texas residents are now among those across the nation receiving mysterious seeds delivered by mail in tiny bags marked as jewelry. U.S. Department of Agriculture officials are on alert because these seeds are unsolicited.
Kevin Ong, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service plant pathologist and director of the Texas Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory in College Station, said the concern arises because these packages have seeds in them instead of what is listed, and there is no information on what type of seeds they might be.
“We don’t know what kind of seeds they are,” Ong said. “Not knowing what the seeds are could potentially open our agriculture industry up to noxious weeds. If that proves to be the case, if they take hold, they could impact agriculture negatively.”
Click here to read the complete article and find out what important steps to follow if you receive packages of unsolicited seeds.
Kevin Ong, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service plant pathologist and director of the Texas Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory in College Station, said the concern arises because these packages have seeds in them instead of what is listed, and there is no information on what type of seeds they might be.
“We don’t know what kind of seeds they are,” Ong said. “Not knowing what the seeds are could potentially open our agriculture industry up to noxious weeds. If that proves to be the case, if they take hold, they could impact agriculture negatively.”
Click here to read the complete article and find out what important steps to follow if you receive packages of unsolicited seeds.
Small Business Reimbursement & Relief Applications
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Look to the AmarilloAlerts.com website to apply for grants including:
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Return to Work Resource Guide
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The Return to Work Resource Guide is a new open-source employer guide that sources, captures, and provides vital information for employers and employees alike to help them better communicate needs and expectations and to help navigate a plethora of issues and concerns brought about by the challenges faced due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It will be updated regularly until we’re through this crisis. Resource submissions and suggestions are welcome here.
View more resources on the Return to Work Initiative website. |
Amarillo Matters Shop Local Small Business Winners
Amarillo Matters recently donated more than $25,000 and raised additional funds for a campaign to promote shopping locally at small businesses. Businesses that were locally owned, had less than 50 employees, and were members of one of the local Chambers of Commerce, were eligible for the random drawings for weekly $1,000 prizes for the business. Each winning business was also given $500 to give away in a drawing to one of their customers. Over the course of 13 weeks Amarillo Matters gave $45,000 to 30 businesses in the Amarillo area.
Thank you to Amarillo Matters for helping out these small businesses in such a trying time. |
Congrats To These Shop Local Winners:
White Rabbit Antiques (5-11-20) Real Deals - Amarillo (5-18-20) Groovy Pop Gourmet Popcorn (5-18-20) Makie Black (5-26-20) Reserve by HRB Designs (5-26-20) Little Bees Playhouse (6-1-20) Palace Coffee (6-1-20) Snapology of Amarillo (6-8-20) Golden Spread Roofing (6-8-20) Cadence's Canine Creations (6-15-20) The Urban Giraffe (6-15-20) D&D Mattress (6-22-20) Amarillo Grape & Olive (6-22-20) Doche Cleaners (6-29-20) Vaughan's (6-29-20) Perfect Peach Body Waxing Studio (6-29-20) Blaze's Automotive (7-20-20) Jeff's Gunslingers (7-20-20) Mitch E's Fresh Frozen Lemonade (7-20-20) Party Wheels (7-20-20) Victoria Jones Jewelry (7-20-20) Hoyler Paint & Texture (7-27-20) Yellow City I.T. (7-27-20) Paint Nail Bar (7-27-20) Barnes Jewelry (8-3-20) Crazy Larry's Bar-B-Que (8-3-20) Dotsy's (8-3-20) Kumon Math & Reading (8-3-20) Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub Downtown (8-3-20) Tascosa Creek Outfitters (8-3-20) Learn more about these winners and the promotion on the Amarillo Matters Facebook Page. |
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National & State Resources
Texas Covid-19 Testing Sites
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Click here to view the interactive map of testing locations throughout Texas. All information is sourced from the websites of local governments and healthcare providers. This map may not indicate all available Covid-19 test collection sites. Please contact test collection sites or your local health department directly for official information and test collection requirements.
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Covid Related Products for Businesses
Products offered may include environmental cleaning services, PPE, masks, thermometers, cleaning products, etc. If you are a Chamber Member business offering products such as these for sale, please send an email to penni@amarillo-chamber.org to be listed. Please note that not all businesses offering these products are listed. We only list companies that have reach out to us directly and are current Chamber members to be added. You may find more businesses offering products in our online membership directory.
