MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS & Newsletters

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Check out the latest newsletters from our Members:


October 2025 newsletter from SBDC:  Click HERE to read the newsletter.



October 2025: News Update from BayCare:  Click HERE   to read the update. 


October 2025 newsletter from Visit Central Florida CATS:  Click HERE to read the newsletter. 


October 2025 newsletter from ELC Polk:  Click HERE   to read the newsletter. 


September 2025 newsletter from The United Way:  Click HERE   to read the newsletter. 


August 2025 newsletter from FFCE - Florida Foundation for Correctional Excellence:  Click HERE   to read the newsletter.


Sign up for the latest newsletter from Andrey Kolchurin, KW Realty at the Lakes.  Subscribe here: https://realty-edge.kit.com/d577f41eb5 or scan the QR Code below:

Have a newsletter you would like us to share? Please email a pdf of your newsletter to:  info@northeastpolkchamber.com


Balmoral Event Center Office Hub:



Looking for a flexible work space?  Welcome to the Office Hub at Balmoral Event Center! 

 

Visit https://balmoraleventcenter.com/office-hub/ for more info!



Sponsorship Opportunities are available for City of Haines City events:

 

Sponsoring the City of Haines City’s Special Events gives you an opportunity to spread the word about your business and be able to share what your company could bring to the Haines City community and members.

 

Click HERE for the 2025 sponsorship application package. Please take a look through this information to read about everything The City of Haines City offers. Many of their sponsorship packages offer tent space at the events so that you, too, can join in on the fun. They would love to see you there!

 

Please contact Taegan Welborn, Special Events Coordinator for questions or more information:  863-421-5569 ext. 5702; taegan.welborn@hainescity.com


New Duke Energy programs offer Florida customers more choices related to electric vehicles

 

  • Various incentives offered for residential and business customers through the Charger Prep Credit, Off-Peak Charging Credit and Fleet Advisory programs

 

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Today, Duke Energy Florida announced the launch of three new programs – the Charger Prep Credit, Off-Peak Charging Credit and Fleet Advisory programs – to offer both residential and business customers more choices related to electric vehicles (EVs).


Click  HERE for the Press Release and more info!



 



Dive Into Summer Fun!


Beat the heat with cool savings on your next vacation! For a limited time, enjoy special rates at your favorite Westgate destinations, PLUS water park tickets included in your stay at select properties.


Sunshine and savings await – start booking your getaway today!


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River Ranch


Get complimentary tickets to the all-new River Country Water Park! Continue the fun with ranch adventures like airboat tours, petting zoo, and Saturday Night Rodeo, then recharge in luxury glamping.


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A poster that says `` will your 4-year-old be ready for kindergarten ? ''

ELC Polk is now accepting applications for VPK! 


VPK is a FREE Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten program that enhances children’s learning and prepares them for elementary school. VPK providers near you give children the opportunity of engaging in an early learning education. Here is how to apply for VPK in Polk County.


Important Documentation:

  • Proof of Florida Residence
  • Proof of your child’s age
  • If you are enrolling your child in VPK Specialized Instructional Services (VPK SIS), include an individual educational plan (IEP) from your local school district.

Steps:

  1. Click the Family Portal button on our website
  2. Register to create your account
  3. Fill out an application

What Happens Next:

Once you submit your VPK application, ELC Polk will review the application and email you additional instructions. If your application is approved, you’ll receive a Certificate of Eligibility to take to any VPK provider.


Go to Family Portal


Need Help?

Contact the Early Learning Coalition of Polk County at 863-577-2450