Phase 2 Approval Helps Food Establishments

Chehalis, WA – Lewis County Public Health & Social Services (LCPHSS) reports that the county’s approval to move to COVID-19 Phase 2 status means restaurants and taverns will be able to reopen onsite dining in a limited manner if they meet cer

Lewis County Phase 2 COVID-19 Variance Approved

Chehalis, WA – Washington State Department of Health (DOH) Secretary John Wiesman has approved Lewis County’s COVID-19 variance application to fully implement Phase 2 of Governor Inslee’s Phased Approach to Reopening Washington Plan. Lewis Coun

When an Employee Refuses an Offer of Employment

Questions from employers about returning to work If you have asked your employee to return to work and they have refused, you have options.  We understand the sensitivity of this subject and hope it brings clarity to a situation you might be facing

PPP Loan Forgiveness – Details Just Released!

Those business owners who have applied and have received a Payment Protection Program (PPP) loan have probably been watching for more details regarding the loan forgiveness process and what it looks like.  We finally have some direction this week fr

Lewis County Community Services Coalition – Stronger Together

Lewis County is abundantly blessed with many nonprofits and organizations who care. These entities work tirelessly to feed the hungry, clothe the poor, shelter the homeless and respond to need wherever it may arise. When the COVID-19 Pandemic struck,

Reopening Phases for Washington State

Go Back to the Business Recovery ToolkitWashington State's Industry Reopening ProceduresFind the latest information straight from the Governor's office on reopening industries in the state. Through the Washington “Safe Start” plan, more business

Current Service Businesses

The Chehalis Community Renaissance Team appreciates and encourages your support of our local businesses! Many of our Chehalis services businesses are open or have adjusted hours to serve you. This list is ever-changing and we recommend calling before

Social Marketing Downloads

Social Media Downloads The following social media image downloads are developed for use in supporting our community's local businesses. All materials are free for download. To download, click on the image below and select, "Save image as...".  

Marketing & Messaging

Ensure Clear Messaging Communicate in a transparent, heartfelt manner.  Be timely about communicating these updates to your customers without overpromising anything. What critical information do your customers need right now? How and where the

Social Distancing

Social Distancing Establish social distancing in your workplace. Keep in mind that social distancing guidelines are based on a 6-foot separation of individuals, but other measures are also appropriate.   Minimizing contact among workers, client

Employee Health

Employee Health Continue promoting the message with your employees about healthy best practices in the workplace including encouraging workers to stay at home when they are feeling ill.   Ask workers to self-certify that they have experienced n