COVID-19 Resources
Economic Development Resources for the novel Coronavirus and COVID-19.
Economic Resources For Employers
As businesses and the local economy are hit hard by the virus and its effects, here are some federal, state, and local resources that provide guidance as well as examples of what communities are doing to help their local businesses.
In partnership with Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s Office, State Senator Scott Wilk, Assemblyman Tom Lackey, City of Palmdale, City of Lancaster, Palmdale Chamber of Commerce, Lancaster Chamber of Commerce, Quartz Hill Chamber of Commerce, AV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, AV Black Chamber of Commerce and the AV EDGE we created a Business Resilience Toolkit 3-30-20 to help businesses in the Antelope Valley.
Additional Resources
- EDD Disaster-Related Services
- GO-Biz website with information regarding State resources for employers & employees
- CA Office of the Small Business Advocate
- Information from VisitCA on impacts, talking points, and media statements
- League of CA Cities webpage with resources for Cities
- Open For Business hub lists tech companies that are helping small businesses remote work during the outbreak
- US Chamber of Commerce Toolkit for Businesses
- CAMEO’s webpage is offering updates and resources for small- and micro-businesses
- See if your provider signed the FCC’s pledge to “Keep Americans Connected”
- Esri is allowing free access to their ArcGIS Hub template so communities can map the impact of Coronavirus
- Federal OSHA Guidance on preparing for COVID-19 in the workplace
- CA Employment Development Department website with resources for workers & employers
- Guidance for Businesses & Employers from the SBA
- CA Labor & Workforce Development Agency with Information for Workers & Employers
- IRS Guidelines on Tax Relief during the Coronavirus outbreak
- The CDCs Resources for Managing Stress and Anxiety
- 10 Reasons to Stay Calm from The Conversation
- SBDC Employer Resource Guide
- Interim Guidance from the CDC for Businesses & Employers
- Postmates has offered a Small Business Relief Pilot for restaurants transitioning to take out options
- 8-Point Plan for Restaurants & Hospitality Employers
- Get the Help You Need for Your Small Business through the Lancaster City Council’s Stand Strong Business Recovery Loan Program
- CA Infrastructure & Economic Development Bank (IBank) Small Business Loan Guarantee, Disaster Loans, & Jump Start loan program
- SBA Disaster Loan Assistance *(As of March 19, 2020, the entire state is eligible)
- 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.
- The CA Treasurer’s Office announced a supplemental contribution to the California Capital Access Program for businesses directly impacted by COVID 19
- Facebook is offering Small Business Grants