Chester/Deep River/Essex Division

Jeff Jacobson & Sharon Lewis, Co-Chairs
invite you to the
Chester, Deep River, and Essex Division Meeting

Friday, February 3, 2023
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
 

AGENDA

Call to Order
Jeff Jacobson & Sharon Lewis, Co-Chairs

Host Introduction
Lisa Berube, Essex Savings Bank

Legislative Updates
State Senator Norm Needleman
State Representative Christine Palm
 
Town Updates
Charlene Janecek, First Selectman, Chester
Angus McDonald, First Selectman, Deep River
Norm Needleman, First Selectman, Essex

Speaker
Rebecca Mead
Community Manager, The MEWS+

Administrator, Middlesex County Revitalization Commission

The MEWS+ supports entrepreneurs and startups throughout Middlesex County by providing virtual and in-person programming, access to advisors, and valuable resources -  helping them to launch, scale, and grow in our ever-changing business and economic landscape.

The Middlesex County Revitalization Commission (MCRC) was formed by an act of the Connecticut General Assembly in 1993, and encourages and stimulates economic development in Middlesex County by providing low interest loans and grants to small businesses in the region.  

Rebecca will share updated information on both programs, including some new exciting events and a grant opportunity for small businesses.  


Chamber Updates
Johanna Bond, President
 
 
Adjourn

 
 
Next meeting:  Division After Dark - Thursday, March 2nd 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Scotch Plains Tavern, 124 Westbrook Road, Essex
 
Please tune in to WMRD (1150) or WLIS (1420) on your AM radio for cancellation notices.