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Economic Development Resources for COVID-19Michelle Stephens2020-12-22T12:14:55-08:00

Economic Development Resources for COVID-19

CALED recognizes that as economic developers, you are the leaders in your communities and play an important role in providing good information to help your  businesses withstand and recover. CALED has gathered federal, state, and local resources that provide guidance as well as examples of what communities are doing to help their local businesses.

News & Resources

Summary of H.R. 133 Coronavirus Relief Provisions

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Blueprint for a Safer Economy – Find the Status of Activities in your County

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Governor Newsom Issued a COVID-19 Employer Playbook For a Safe Reopening

Read here.

CALED Releases Update on Approved CA Budget that Impacts Economic Development

Read full review here.

CALED Releases Recommendations to Accelerate Recovery

Read more here.

EDA NOFO for $1.5 billion in CARES Act funding has been released

Read more here.

Learn about the latest details on SBA’s COVID-19 Resources

Read more here.

Local Economic Development Provisions of The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)

CALED has created the Local Economic Development Provisions of The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) that provides you a thorough summary of the economic development and related provisions with references and links to the actual bill sections so that you may more quickly see how the Act can assist you during these challenging times.

Thank you to Dan Carrigg, CALED’s Strategic Legislative Advisor for reviewing the bill and providing the overview.

Click here to access the Local Economic Development Provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).

CALED COVID-19 Response Webinars

May 13, 2020

Click here to listen to the CALED “Hear it from the Source” EDA CARES Act NOFO & Application Tips webinar.

Thank you to our speakers:

  • Malinda Matson, US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration
  • Frank Wessbecher, US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration

If you have questions, contact your EDA representative:

Northern and Central Coastal CA

  • Email Malinda Matson, EDR
  • P: 916-235-0088

Southern and Central/Eastern CA

  • Email Wilfred Marshall
  • P: 310-348-5386

For RLF questions

  • Email Frank Wessbecher, RLF Specialist
  • P: 206-220-7689

Click here to see examples of what CA Communities are doing to help their businesses.

Click here to see how to access some of the programs in the CARES Act.

Check out tools and offers available to Communities and Businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Federal and Nationally Available Resources:

Business Resources:

  • Visit the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention website for public health information as well as Interim Guidance for Businesses & Employers and Resources for Managing Stress and Anxiety
  • For Private-Sector businesses working on COVID-19 response, equipment, and resources, check out FEMA’s Guidance.
  • USDA is offering opportunities for immediate relief (updated June 3, 2020) to rural residents, businesses, and communities and has a COVID-19 Response page
  • See if your provider signed the FCC’s pledge to “Keep Americans Connected”
  • US Treasury Department Released details on the CARES Act programs they are administering
  • US Chamber of Commerce Resources and Toolkit for Businesses

Employer & Employee Resources:

  • Federal OSHA Guidance on preparing for COVID-19 in the workplace
  • Guidance for Businesses & Employers from the SBA
  • Federal IRS Guidelines on Tax Relief during the Coronavirus outbreak
  • SBDC Employer Resource Guide
  • 10 Reasons to Stay Calm from The Conversation

Loans & Financial Assistance:

  • The Fed Announced a Main Street Lending Program to help small- to medium-sized businesses in good standing. Learn more with GO-Biz’s one-pager.
  • Click here to check out the Three Step Process for Disaster Loans. SBA also released their Paycheck Protection Program Guidance. Find additional detail here. Click here to access the Loan Forgiveness Application.
  • SBDCs are actively working with businesses to put together their loan packages, which can result in a shortened approval time. Find your local SBDC here or click here for a CA map
  • Facebook is offering Small Business Grants
  • US Chamber of Commerce is offering Small Business Grants
  • LISC & Verizon have partnered to create a Small Business Recovery Fund
  • EDA NOFO for $1.5 billion in CARES Act funding has been released
  • US Chamber Releases PPP Loan Forgiveness Guide

California-Specific Resources:

Business Resources:

  • California released the “ShopSafeShopLocal” campaign, which has many tools available for communities to use as they re-open, this includes free technical assistance, a digital media toolkit, and more!
  • CA Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response page
  • Governor Newsom’s Executive Orders re: Coronavirus & COVID-19
  • The latest Coronavirus information from the CA Department of Public Health
  • GO-Biz website with State resources for employers & employees
  • Check out GO-Biz’s weekly webinars & videos regarding COVID-19
  • Sign up for these listserves to see what state and federal funding and resources are available:
    • Governor’s Office of Planning and Research
  • Information from VisitCA on impacts, talking points, and media statements
  • Insurance Commissioner Lara provided input on a variety of COVID-19 related insurance topics
  • League of CA Cities webpage with resources for Cities
  • CAMEO’s webpage is offering updates and resources for small- and micro-businesses
  • During the shelter in place order, quality broadband is more important than ever, especially in rural communities. Let your businesses know that they should measure their local internet speeds by logging in on CalSPEED from their home or mobile devices. This mapping allows broadband consortia to accurately identify broadband gaps.
  • CA State Treasurer shares small business resources and other resources
  • GO-Biz shares list of free and discounted technology products for small businesses
  • Governor Newsom releases guidance for Immigrant Californians

Employer & Employee Resources:

  • OnwardCA.org is a resource for people who have lost their jobs
  • CA Employment Development Department website with resources for workers & employers
  • CA Labor & Workforce Development Agency with information for Workers & Employers
  • CA Franchise Tax Board Information on tax relief during the Coronavirus outbreak

Loans & Financial Assistance:

  • CA Infrastructure & Economic Development Bank (IBank) Small Business Loan Guarantee, Disaster Loans, & Jump Start loan program
  • The CA Treasurer’s Office announced a supplemental contribution to the California Capital Access Program for businesses directly impacted by COVID 19
The California Association for Local Economic Development is a private, not-for-profit membership organization. Permission to share our work product is granted provided credit is given to CALED.

In the future, remember to “Outsmart Disaster” by helping your local businesses prepare for emergencies.

Econ Dev News

  • Governor Proposes $4.5 Billion for Recovery for Businesses and Jobs in 2021 Budget January 5, 2021

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