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RSM Economist: “Welcome to Boomtown”
June 24, 2021
There appears to be a “light at the end of the tunnel” for the U.S. and Quad Cities economies as they continue to navigate away from the challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, a top RSM…
Reynolds signs tax omnibus, childcare bill into law
June 24, 2021
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds recently signed two new pieces of legislation: SF 619, the sweeping tax omnibus, and HF 302, legislation supported by the Quad Cities Chamber addressing the childcare cliff-effect for working families.
Chamber upping the game on attracting talent
June 17, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber is committed to expanding the Quad Cities’ talent pipeline in 2021 through new talent attraction and career connection strategies.
QCA Hiring Fair connected employers with future workforce
June 10, 2021
The first-ever QCA Hiring Fair, sponsored by the Quad Cities Chamber, IowaWORKS and area school districts, attracted teens and employers from across the region.
Video showcases Downtown Quad Cities & regional collaboration
June 10, 2021
A new regional video project is shining the spotlight on our Downtown Quad Cities and all they have to offer residents and visitors alike. The fast-paced short video promotes the vibrancy, fun and…
Iowa lawmakers close 2021 session
June 9, 2021
Highlights of Iowa’s 89th General Assembly, which adjourned May 19, highlights include the passage of comprehensive tax reform, $100 million dedicated to expanding broadband and improving access to child care.
Illinois Legislative session recap
June 9, 2021
The Illinois Legislature has concluded its 2021 session. Highlights include the passage of a $42 billion budget, new legislative district boundaries, changes in ethics laws, an agreement on affordable housing and much more.
Chamber & DDP ready to help combat violence
June 7, 2021
These statements are in response to the shooting incident that occurred in downtown Davenport over this past weekend.
Statement from Paul Rumler, President & CEO, Quad Cities Chamber
The Quad…
Gov. Pritzker issues guidelines for Illinois reopening June 11
June 7, 2021
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker released guidelines for Phase 5 of the Restore Illinois plan to go into effect Friday, June 11, marking a full reopening of all businesses and activities across Illinois.
Grant assists manufacturers hurt by import competition
June 2, 2021
A federal grant is available to assist manufacturers across the Quad Cities and the nation, who have been adversely impacted by imports, improve their business competitiveness.
Downtown Quad Cities: this summer’s hotspot
May 27, 2021
In other words, Downtown Quad Cities is open for business. From Davenport to Bettendorf, Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Silvis and LeClaire...
Iowa House & Senate pass tax policy bill, Illinois update
May 19, 2021
This week the Iowa House and Senate passed a tax policy bill that leadership expects to save taxpayers $1 billion over the next eight years.
Quad Cities Chamber awarded $202,000 federal EDA grant for regional COVID-19 recovery
May 18, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce has received a $202,000 U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant to aid it in implementation of a regional COVID-19 recovery strategy.
The grant,…
RIA answered the call for help during pandemic
May 13, 2021
As the world battled the pandemic last year, the Rock Island Arsenal was on the coronavirus frontlines in ways big and small, and near and far.
“The Army Sustainment Command (ASC) was called upon…
Column: Now is time for transformational flood plan
May 10, 2021
Two years ago, the Quad Cities region experienced the worst flood in our history. High water crashed into our downtowns and neighborhoods causing significant devastation. Workers were out of jobs,…
Businesses embrace Keep It QC with their B2B spending
May 6, 2021
From the goods and services they purchase to the recipients of their charitable giving, Quad Cities businesses are making a conscientious effort to keep their dollars local in order to Keep It…
Opening doors to career opportunities has long-range economic impact for community
April 28, 2021
Jay Richardson said he was “looking to go the college route” when an even better opportunity opened up for the 17-year-old Rock Island High School junior.
The opportunity – a registered…
Technical services available to manufacturers through Chamber partnership with CIRAS, IMEC
April 28, 2021
Even with a sprawling 250,000 square feet under roof at its East Moline facility, Service Steel knew it needed to change up how it utilized space and moved product through the manufacturing…
Chambers All in for Economic Recovery
April 28, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber is all in, and has joined the Chambers All in for Economic Recovery initiative. This initiative calls upon our legislators across Illinois to prioritize economic relief for…
Federal tax credit offsets paid-leave costs for employee vaccinations; Illinois & Iowa legislative updates
April 22, 2021
Federal
President Biden announced a paid leave tax credit for employers with fewer than 500 employees to provide full pay for any time their employees need to get a COVID-19 vaccination or recover…
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