Source: https://electionresults.utah.gov/elections/county/rich
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Sunday, November 1, 2020
Good Stuff
By John Brown
Jocko Willink was a Navy SEAL platoon leader and task force commander, which means he led some of the highest performing teams in the world. It’s kind of necessary when death is on the line.
But Willink didn’t just lead, he also became a SEAL
instructor and taught other SEALs how to lead. And now, after retiring from the
SEALs, he runs a leadership consulting firm where he trains executives to
become better leaders. And, oh, how I wish I’d had his book Leadership
Strategy and Tactics: Field Manual thirty-five years ago. It could have
saved me from so many mistakes as both a leader and follower.
Like the time I assigned my team a project, but then
micromanaged them until they gave up in frustration.
Or the time when I thought a guy who reported to me needed some “motivation” and so I called him to accounting in front of the rest of the team.
Or the time I disagreed with my manager, and I couldn’t just
eat my ego and support him without also undermining his ideas to my co-workers.
Or the time I questioned my church leader’s idea to resurrect
roadshows, then grumbled when we were put in charge of running one (which ended
up being, to our surprise, a success in a surprising way).
Or dozens and dozens of other times.
The good news is that I now have the insights of a terrific
leader at hand and can get his input on in the current situations I face. And it’s
not just strategy (broad principles). He also gives detailed examples so you
see how the principles apply, even to the point of suggesting tactics (specific
ways of responding and acting).
The book is a treasure trove of good stuff on leading and
following. If you work on any kind of team as a leader or follower at work,
school, church, or in volunteer or hobby groups (heck, it even applies to families),
I think you’ll find this book a breath of fresh air. More importantly, you’ll
love how it gives you alternative ways to act in difficult situations you might
face. It’s a terrific book.
Rich County and Garden City Small Business Economic Recovery Grant Program
Rich County and Garden City officials have made us aware that they have received funding to offer Grants to Rich County Businesses that have experienced a negative impact due to the Covid-19 outbreak we have experienced in 2020. This funding came from State and Federal stimulus packages and has been allocated to local government officials to administer.
https://www.uacnet.org/county-small-business-grant-program
Feel free to call me or our Chamber President, Mark Smoot if you have questions.
Rose Noorda
801-687-6263
Director
BLVCC
Mark Smoot
801-971-4003
President
BLVCC
Rich County and Garden City Small Business Economic Recovery Grant Program funding, made available by the Coronavirus Aid, Recovery, and Economic Security Act, is meant to provide small business grants in an effort to assist local businesses through the COVID-19 hardship. Impacted businesses are eligible for up to $10,000 ($5,000 for sole proprietors). If you have any questions or need assistance with your application, please email admin@uacnet.org.
Please ensure applications are complete and all documentation is included before submitting. Entity must be a registered business located within the boundaries of Rich County.
Owner must be at least 18 years old and have a valid employee identification number (EIN) or if sole proprietor, social security number (SSN).
Entity must have an active business license as of April 1, 2020. Exception given for a home business that does not require a business license and faith-based organizations.
Entity must be a For-profit or Not-for-profit business in good standing with the Utah Division of Corporations.
Business must be current on property taxes as of April 1, 2020, if the business owns property, or the owner’s residence for a home business, and have no actions against or from Rich County.
Business must have incurred a business loss from April 1, 2020 to June 30, 2020 as a result of interruption caused by required closure as a result of the public health order, voluntary closure to promote social distancing measures or decreased customer demand as a result of the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Business must have incurred expenses from April 1, 2020 to June 30, 2020 in the amount at least totaling the requested grant amount, $1,000 to $10,000 ($1,000 to $5,000 for sole proprietors). Regular business expenses include, but not limited to, utilities, rent, payroll, payroll taxes, employee health benefits, insurance, improvements to business to encourage social distancing and the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Business must operate with fewer than 50 employees.
Business may not be a publicly traded company. (Exception given for a franchise owner with a business that is locally-owned.)
Business must be open, or plan to reopen, as of date of application submission.
Business is encouraged to completed the Stay Safe to Stay Open Pledge as developed by the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of the State of Utah. Applications must be received by November 6, 2020, 5:00 pm MST.
Garden City Council update
At the Garden City Council meeting in September, Council Member Ken Hansen suggested that the city create an ordinance for peaceful protests. He feels that the city should have something on record allowing peaceful protests so that protests can be regulated.
The Council suggested creating an area for peaceful protests. They will look at other cities to see what they have done.
Hansen would also like to do a recognition for the Emergency Services for Rich County. Mayor Leonhardt said that emergency services need to be our priority right now. Mayor Leonhardt said that he is still working with the Sheriff to get the cooperative agreement completed. We need to be on the forefront to help with the EMS.
Hansen said that we need to be aware of the need for employee housing. Mark Smoot, Chamber president, said that he is looking into employee housing and what can be done.
Council Member Nate Parry said that we need a new sand filter for the pool. He said it will cost approximately $1200. Council Member Parry said that Ecolab is working great and the pool is doing great.
Council Member Pat Argyle talked to Smoot about the Chamber doing the fireworks for Raspberry Days next year.
Argyle said that we need to get some new Christmas decorations. The Council discussed what we need in town and agreed that we need to purchase new decorations.
USU financial aid for students
Utah State University has awarded more than $1.8 million in a third cycle of emergency grants to students who have experienced unanticipated expenses related to the disruption of campus operations because of COVID-19.
The emergency grants are made possible through an allocation from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to aid students. USU has already disbursed a total of $6.2 million to 9,930 students. Emergency grants were disbursed in May, and technology grants were made over the late summer and early fall semester.
“The pandemic has derailed many plans, but disruptions to education could have a huge impact on students’ future careers and financial stability,” said USU President Noelle E. Cockett. “This cycle of emergency grants is intended to get funds to Aggies who continue to face ongoing financial impacts so they can continue their education.”
The funds are being disbursed to students based on financial need indicated in their Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. Thousands of students will receive an email this week to let them know they have been selected for an automatic grant. These students will simply need to accept their grants and funds will be disbursed through check or direct deposit.
Students may receive a total of $400 in CARES Act grants for fall semester. Those students who have already received a $300 technology grant earlier in the semester may be able to receive up to $100 more.
Those students who either did not fill out a FAFSA or whose financial circumstances have changed since they did may apply for an emergency grant by visiting usu.edu/covid-19/cares.
The U.S. Department of Education has excluded international students, undocumented students, non-matriculated students, and students enrolled exclusively in online courses prior to March 13, 2020, from receiving CARES Act funds. These students may also apply through a separate application.
Students not eligible for a CARES Act grant may still apply to the Student Emergency Hardship Fund, which provides monetary awards, dining services cards, and connects students to needed on- and off-campus resources. These g[rant applications are reviewed weekly, and students are contacted within a few weeks of submitting their applications.
CONTACT
Amanda DeRito
Director of Crisis Communications and Issues Management
Public Relations and Marketing, 435-797-2759
Amanda.derito@usu.edu
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