MISSION: TO CHAMPION ECONOMIC GROWTH WHILE ENHANCING THE QUALITY OF LIFE

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MISSION:

TO CHAMPION ECONOMIC GROWTH WHILE ENHANCING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN OTSEGO COUNTY AND SURROUNDING REGION FOR ITS CITIZENS.

 

  1. The State of Michigan launched a Michigan Ice Storm Recovery webpage – please see the link below.    

https://www.michigan.gov/msp/divisions/emhsd/2025-northern-michigan-ice-storm

  1. The State of Michigan is offering tax extensions for folks in northern Michigan as they continue to recover. Families in the 12 counties hit by these storms now have extra time to file and pay state taxes without racking up any penalties or interest. Contact the Michigan Treasury by telephone, mail, or e-service to request an extension.
  2. Pineco, owned by Ryan Philip, located at 53 Thumb Lake Road in Vanderbilt, will take tree debris at his lumber mill (address above).  Thank you Ryan!  No appointment needed and it is free.
  3. OCEA is working with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to explore funding opportunities that could be utilized for recovery.  Nothing has evolved yet, but if it does we will let you know. 

Governor Whitmer was to meet with President Trump today to see if there can be a Federal Emergency Declaration put in place which would open up federal resources for our county.  I will pass along the verdict of that meeting when I receive news of the results.

  1. I would encourage you (if you are not already) to track the Financial Impact, Physical Damage, and Operational Disruptions to your business.  If the Small Business Administration (or any federal or state program) does provide relief – the information below will be helpful for you to get assistance. 

 

Financial Impact

Physical Damage

Operational Disruptions
  1. Sales records to document change of revenue before, during, and after the event
  2. Profit and loss statements
  3. Bank statements – to document any cash flow problems
  4. Loss of business – documented order or contract cancellations
  5. Delayed payment – invoices or cancellations from customers unable to pay
  1. Photos and/or videos of all damage to property, building, equipment, inventory
  2. Itemized list of lost perishable inventory
  3. Quotes / invoices for all repairs
  4. Copies of insurance claim applications
  1. Log of business closure dates or reduced hours
  2. Payroll records documenting reduced work hours or staff layoffs
  3. Records for ongoing costs (utilities, rent, mortgage, etc.)
  4. Notices of supply chain disruptions (emails from vendors)

 

MISSION: TO CHAMPION ECONOMIC GROWTH WHILE ENHANCING THE QUALITY OF LIFE