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                                January 20, 2020

Hello Woodland Business Community,

Happy New Year from our Economic Development & The Food Front team!  Please note that a separate newsletter will be sent out in the coming days regarding COVID vaccine distribution, specific to our food and ag industry. In this edition of the newsletter, please read on for the following updates: 

  • State Safety Guidelines

  • Financial Assistance for Businesses 

  • Outdoor Dining & Use Permits

  • Restaurant Database & Map

  • #GOWoodlandLocal

CURRENT STATE SAFETY GUIDELINES

Yolo County in the Purple Tier


On January 12, the State of California lifted the Regional Stay Home Order for the Greater Sacramento Region. As a result of this announcement, Yolo County has returned to the purple "widespread" tier based on metrics from the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy.

Yolo County will remain in the purple tier until at least January 26 and will not move into the red "substantial" tier until meeting the red tier’s metrics for two consecutive weeks. 

COVID-19 safety guidance signs are available for download on the City's 
COVID-19 Business & Employee support page or for pickup at City Hall.


To see specific industry guidance, visit the State’s guidance page. 

For daily briefings at 12pm, you can also tune into the Governor's press conferences and updates. 

Mask Up, Woodland!

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

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Second Round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) 


When can I apply?
You can apply for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Second Draw PPP Loan from January 13 until March 31, 2021.

Who can apply?

Both first time and returning applicants are eligible.

Where can I apply?
You can apply for loans from major banks, fintechs (like PayPal and Square), and from participating community lenders such as Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). All Second Draw PPP Loans will have the same terms regardless of lender or borrower. 

We recommend starting with a bank or lender you've used before. 
To be matched with a participating lender, visit SBA Lender Match.

Do I have to pay the loan back?
Loans will be forgiven if borrowers follow program rules. At least 60% of the loan must be used to pay workers and the rest may be used for qualifying expenses such as mortgage interest, rent, utilities, worker protection costs, and more. Click here for more info on loan forgiveness.


What paperwork should I prepare?
Requirements vary by lender, but applicants will generally need copies of their payroll records. Many lenders will also request 2019 tax returns and documents like a state business registration certificate.


If you wish to begin preparing your application, you can download the following PPP borrower application form to see the information that will be requested when you apply:

  • Paycheck Protection Program Second Draw Borrower Application Form (released January 8, 2021)

Want more info?
Click here to access the SBA's PPP Page.



Additional SBA Loan Resources

SBA provides a number of loan resources for small businesses. Click here for or more information.


Email About Loan Options

Want to talk to an actual person about loan options?
Email 
loans@asksbd.com. 


Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)
The U.S. Small Business Administration is accepting new applications to the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) from all eligible businesses. Visit U.S. SBA’s Disaster Loan Applications website for more information. The SBA will continue to process EIDL Loan applications already submitted on a first-come, first-served basis.

California Business & Employers Resource Page 
California and the federal government are providing broad assistance to small businesses and employers impacted by COVID-19. Click here to learn more about available resources.


OUTDOOR DINING & USE PERMITS

Dine Outdoors!


Apply NOW for the free Outdoor Dining and Use Permits, which allows restaurants and other businesses to use available public and private outdoor space for outdoor dining or retail display.


To learn more or download the program rules and regulations, click here.    



RESTAURANT DATABASE & MAP

Share the Database on your Platforms to Inform our Community of our Restaurants, Cafes, Breweries, & Wineries Offering Curbside & Home Delivery


Our team has recently updated the Restaurant Database & Map, available on our webpage. We encourage you to share this link on your social media platforms to spread awareness amongst our community regarding which food service businesses are currently open for curbside takeout and home delivery.

We continue to share this link via
Facebook: @TheFoodFront ; @CityofWoodland ; @WoodlandEconDev and Instagram: @TheFoodFront
 
If you are food business and would like to submit modifications to this database, please email Stephanie Burgos: 
stephanie.burgos@cityofwoodland.org. 


#GOWoodlandLocal

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The City continues to invite local businesses to participate in the #GOWoodlandLocal campaign. This platform is a landing spot to promote and share posts published by Woodland businesses across all sectors.


To stay up to date or to pitch in, follow and tag the Instagram account @GOWoodlandLocal. 

The more businesses that join in, the more impactful this campaign will be! If you have any questions about getting involved, email Stephanie Burgos at 
stephanie.burgos@cityofwoodland.org

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    Showcasing Small Businesses:
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    Have you seen some familiar faces on Interstate 5 lately? This #GOWoodlandLocal campaign showcases Woodland small business owners - the backbone of our local economy. 

    Downtown Twinkle Lights

    The holidays may be over, but the City is working to make Downtown Woodland cozy and well-lit year round! We will be lighting up even more trees in the weeks and months to come. Funding for the Downtown twinkle lights is provided by Woodland hoteliers.

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    CONTACT YOUR TEAM

    We're here to support you through this challenging time. Please contact us at the email addresses below (do not reply to this email). 

    We furthermore encourage you to periodically visit our COVID-19 Business & Employee support page and the business & employee FAQ page. 

    We look forward to connecting with you.

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    Ken Hiatt

    City Manager
    Ken.Hiatt@cityofwoodland.org

    Erika Bumgardner
    Business Development Liaison
    Erika.Bumgardner@cityofwoodland.org
     
    Stephanie Burgos
    Business Engagement & Marketing
    stephanie.burgos@cityofwoodland.org


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