Chamber to offer more small business grants

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc.  The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting another round of applications for its grant program to support local entrepreneurs. The grants are intended to help Chamber members grow, develop and sustain their economic role in the community.  Each quarter, two members with five or fewer employees are each awarded a $500 grant. The funds can be used to invest in advertising, upgrade equipment, enroll in training, purchase business licenses and enhance physical space. The Chamber encourages successful applicants to use awarded funds within Jefferson County, if a local vendor is available. The grants cannot be used for bonuses