Todd J. Tranum President and CEO of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce & Executive Director of the Manufacturers Association of the As businesspeople we understand that supply doesn’t always meet demand. We are at that point right now with the coronavirus vaccine. More than 7-million New York State residents are eligible to receive the vaccine, but the state is receiving just 300,000 doses a week. At the current rate it will be many months before even our first phase of eligible residents can be vaccinated. The difference in business is that we can often take direct steps to help meet increased demand by finding a new or additional supplier. As it pertains to the COVID-19 vaccine distribution, meeting demand is not as straight forward because of the supply backlog, the layers of bureaucracy and the reality that this massive of an immunization project within the context of a world-wide pandemic is new territory. As a result, we urge patience and continued responsible health practices while the vaccines are being produced and distributed. Wash your hands, wear a mask, restrict your social activity and social distance. The surge in the COVID-19 cases in Chautauqua County recently is not only endangering the health of our communities but it is also impacting our businesses and economy. Please remain vigilant and responsible.