HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/11/20 - Updates COVID-19 St. Lucie County Business AssistanceStephanie Bush
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Sent:Saturday, April 11, 2020 5:39 AM
To:Jennifer DuBey
Subject:New Updates COVID-19 St. Lucie County Business Assistance
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Good Morning EDC Partners
As we head into the weekend, we want to ensure that you have the most up-to-date
information on federal, state and local programs for your business and employees. Our
Business Assistance FAQ has been updated to include all available access to capital programs,
new unemployment application assistance, new manufacturing supply chain opportunities,
workforce assistance, tax updates, executive orders and more. Please click the link to view
and please feel free to share with individuals or businesses that you know may find the
information of interest: https://youredc.com/images/uploads/COVID-
19_St._Lucie_EDC_Business_Assistance_FAQ_3_.pdf
Earlier today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Inc. Magazine held a virtual Town Hall
focusing on the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and the Paycheck Protection
Program (PPP). This is a very informative webinar discussing the latest developments
surrounding this legislation and the new EIDL loan amount cap and Q&A session for
businesses:
https://www.uschamber.com/co/events/virtual/national-small-business-town-hall-inc-
chamber-of-commerce-navigating-coronavirus-
loans?fbclid=IwAR3tNxxeJO4Jr38_j8nr9Hmf4xIsoRuYDAjxpVclxhtNsw592BWPu7GMpHo
GrowFL is hosting a COVID-19 Human Resource Update for Businesses webinar on Tuesday,
April 14 at 11 am to noon. A panel of experts will give an HR update focused on COVID-19
related topics including HR do’s and don’ts, employer and employee benefits under the new
legislation, managing remote workers and how to handle layoff notifications and concerns in
this challenging environment. Click here to register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/…/register/WN_ZXlP0FGoQe603VeST3t_bQ
Looking for a local restaurant to support with takeout or curbside pickup this
weekend? Check out Ourstlucie.com, a free digital community resource created by St. Lucie
EDC member, Tambone Companies. Developed for residents and businesses to access
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community information, the resource provides information on what restaurants are open to
entertaining things to do while staying safer at home.
If you have any questions or need any assistance for your business navigating federal, state
and local programs, or if you need any employee assistance, please do not hesitate to contact
us.
Jennifer DuBey, Business Manager
Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County
500 NW California Blvd. ■ Bldg. F109 ■ Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
(Located at Indian River State College)
O: 772.336.6256 ■ C: 772.812.0107 ■ jdubey@youredc.com
www.youredc.com
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