Arvada Chamber of Commerce

Coronavirus Business Toolkit

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The Arvada Chamber is closely tracking the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) for all Arvada businesses and the community. Below are resources for how your business and family can plan for and respond to the virus. We will update this page as information is made available. Updated 9/24.

Overview and MonitoringPublic Health OrdersHealth and SafetyReopening Your BusinessUnemployment and HRBusiness Grants & LoansCommercial Leasing and Rent ConcernsTaxes and FinancesMental Health ResourcesRetail and Restaurant ResourcesManufacturing ResourcesNonprofit ResourcesBusiness Consulting and EducationRemote Working ResourcesWebinarsCity of Arvada ResourcesOther Community ResourcesThe Latest News

Jefferson County Public Health Orders

Colorado Department of Public Health Orders

Colorado Department of Public Health Resources

Other Health Resources

Unemployment

  • Colorado Department of Labor and Employment | Unemployment Insurance: If you work for an employer that closed or reduced your hours to help stop the spread of COVID-19, you can file or reopen an unemployment claim.
  • March 20 Adopted Emergency Rules for Unemployment Insurance:
    • During the COVID-19 pandemic, Colorado is waiving the standard waiting-week requirement before benefits can be paid. This waiver applies to all claimants regardless of the reason for filing for any waiting week not yet served as of 03/15/20 and later until the Governor’s Executive Order expires.
    • The waiting week will be waived in the system and will not require manual intervention.
    • Claimants who are unemployed because their employers are closed to the public or otherwise unable to operate in their normal capacity as a direct result of an order by the Governor because of the COVID-19 pandemic may be job-attached for as long as the place of business is required to remain closed.
    • During the COVID-19 pandemic, Colorado is waiving the requirement for claimants to perform work-search activities. Claimants must still register for work at connectingcolorado.com or with a local workforce center if the office is accepting in-person customers.
    • Work-search requirements will be waived in the system and will not require manual intervention.
    • Employer-Related: Benefits paid during a COVID-19 pandemic will be charged to the pool fund, not to the employer’s account and experience rate. Those employers who reimburse Colorado for benefits charged against their account will still be required to pay those benefit charges.

Employer Resources for Compensation and Paid Leave

Insurance

Travel

Other 

Loan Programs – Arvada and Colorado Programs

  • NEW: Arvada Emergency Business Recovery Initiative 
    The City of Arvada has announced a second round of support for the local business community and continued recovery from the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. An additional $1.5 million in funding is now available, bringing the total amount of support provided to local businesses to $4.3 million. The support is being offered in the form of grants from $1,000 to $40,000 depending on the size of the company and the nature of revenue loss. Learn more and apply here.
  • NEW – Energize Colorado Gap Fund
    The Energize Colorado Gap Fund will provide more than $25M in small business loans and grants to boost small business enterprises that are the economic engines throughout the state. Sole proprietors, businesses and nonprofits with less than 25 full-time employees can apply for up to a $15,000 grant and a $20,000 loan for a possible combined total of $35,000 in financial assistance. Learn more and apply here.
  • NEW – Mini-Grants for Arvada Small Businesses
    The Arvada Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Adams County and the City of Arvada, is pleased to announce the second round of mini-grants to support all physical Arvada small businesses and non-profits impacted by COVID-19. All Arvada businesses and non-profits with physical locations can apply for mini-grants at adamscountycovid19.org/minigrants.
  • Arvada Emergency Business Recovery Initiative
    The City created a $2.5 million loan fund to help qualifying businesses stay afloat until funding from the Small Business Administration (through the CARES Act) becomes available. The City will award no-interest loans of up to $10,000.00 from the fund to qualifying small businesses. Qualifying businesses may apply for a loan of up to $10,000.00 at no interest. Repayment of the loan will be deferred until Jan. 1, 2021. If 75 percent of the loan is paid by Dec. 31, 2021, the remaining 25 percent of the loan (up to $2,500.00) will be forgiven. Each Borrower must agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of the Fund program. The application period begins Monday, April 13, at 8 a.m. Learn more and apply here. UPDATE: As of April 21, available funding has been distributed to qualifying small businesses. Applicants who qualify for funding, but were not able to receive funding, may still apply and will be placed on a wait list.
  • Colorado Lending Source
    A partnership with Kiva creates a new 0% interest, 0 fee loans through the Kiva platform for US small businesses. If you have any specific questions, you can reach out to Rachael Sall, the Kiva Hub Capital Access Manager. Click here to view all All Colorado Lending Source Loan Options.

Loan Programs – Small Business Administration

  • CARES Act – Paycheck Protection Program
    The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act allocated $350 billion to help small businesses keep workers employed amid the pandemic and economic downturn. Known as the Paycheck Protection Program, the initiative provides 100% federally guaranteed loans to small businesses that maintain their payroll during this emergency. This program provides small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities. Update: The SBA resumed accepting Paycheck Protection Program applications from participating lenders on Monday, April 27, 2020 at 10:30am EDT.

    • Click here for a step-by-step guide from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to learn if you’re eligible for SBA loans, how much you can borrow, and how much will be forgiven.
    • Click here to read a detailed FAQ from Michale Best on the SBA’s new Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses & nonprofits.
    • Click here for a summary from Chase Bank, including a detailed COVID-19 Business Owner Dashboard.
    • Webinar Recording | Colorado Lending Source: A Deep Dive into the CARES Act
  • SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
    In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, small business owners in all U.S. states, Washington D.C., and territories are eligible to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan advance of up to $10,000. The SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program provides small businesses with working capital loans of up to $2 million that can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing. Funds will be made available within three days of a successful application, and this loan advance will not have to be repaid.
    Click here for more information on how you can prepare and apply for these loans. For program questions or assistance in completing the application, businesses can contact the Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
  • SBA Express Bridge Loan Pilot Program
    The SBA’s Express Bridge Loan (EBL) Pilot Program allows small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBA Express Lender to access up to $25,000 with less paperwork.  EBL loans can only be made by SBA Express Lenders that had a valid agreement with the SBA in effect as of the date of the applicable disaster.  Eligible small businesses are those that were located, as of the date of the applicable disaster, in the Primary Counties that have been declared by the President’s office as disaster areas, plus any Contiguous Counties. This includes all 64 Colorado counties. The small business must have been operational when the declared disaster commenced, and must meet all other 7(a) loan eligibility requirements.
    Terms: 1) Up to $25,000 2) Fast turnaround 3) Will be repaid in full or in part by proceeds from the EIDL loan
    Find an Express Bridge Loan Lender via SBA’s Lender Match Tool or by connecting with a Lender Relations Specialist in our office: Robert.Martin@sba.gov.
  • Small Business Navigator Hotline
    The SBA Colorado District Office is working closely with state-wide strategic partners, such as the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT). The State of Colorado – OEDIT has established a Small Business Navigator Hotline and Email for businesses seeking general guidance, information on access to capital programs, workforce development concerns, and other areas small businesses are affected by.
    The Small Business Navigator hotline is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MT, or, they can be reached via email. Hotline: (303) 860-5881 Email: oedit_sbnavigator@state.co.us
  • Sign up here for e-mail updates for the latest news and information from the Colorado SBA.

Loan Programs – Other

Commercial Leasing

Housing

Taxes

  • The City of Arvada Tax Information
    The City of Arvada recognizes the COVID-19 outbreak is resulting in several challenges for Arvada business owners.  Many businesses have had to take the responsible action of closing their doors to the public, reducing hours, and making extremely difficult decisions regarding workforce and services to their customers.  We know this will damage business revenues and could ultimately impact the viability of some businesses.  Some businesses may also have employees that are unable to work due to COVID-19 related illness, as well as other school, institution and business facility closures. We want you to know we are here for you and we understand the business and operational challenges that you are facing.  With that said, the City’s on-line tax system is available for the submission of sales tax collections. Please log on and file City taxes by the previously established due dates. If you are having problems remitting, or if your business is facing financial hardship, please reach out to the City’s Revenue Office to discuss opportunities to help support you during this difficult time. Revenue Office staff are available via phone and email to assist with any questions or concerns.Arvada Online Tax Payment website:  https://arvada.org/business/sales-taxRevenue Office contact information:  Email –  salestax@arvada.org & Phone – (720) 898-7100
  • Jefferson County COVID Late Payment / Delinquent Interest Temporary Policy
    Beginning March 21, 2020 until April 20, 2020, the Jefferson County Treasurer’s Office will waive interest due and payable as set forth in C.R.S. 39‐10‐104.5 on all delinquent 1st half property tax payments (originally due March 2, 2020). The second half property tax payment will be due and payable June 15, 2020, and are not impacted by Executive Order D 2020 012 at this time.

Utilities

Other

  • Robbie’s Hope COVID-19 Resources
    These are stressful times and it is easy for your depression or anxiety to get out of control. Here’s a curated set of resources designed for teens, and the adults in your life.
  • Jeffco Public Schools: COVID-19 Mental Health Supports
    Resources to support you and your family members during this time of uncertainty.
  • Need to talk or chat to someone?
    Text “TALK” to 38255 or call Colorado Crisis Services at 1-844-493-8255
  • Manufacturer’s Edge: Clarification on State and Local COVID-19 Public Health and Safety Orders
    Colorado Governor Jared Polis, local officials, and their staff are working tirelessly to reduce the spread of COVID-19 across the state and have issued “stay-at-home” and reduction of in-person workforce orders. “Essential businesses” are allowed to continue to operate. While we cannot provide you legal advice, based on our reading of the orders and the instructions we have received from the State, most manufacturers fall under the essential business category. The State has set up an official self-certification form called the Social Distancing Self-Certification Form for Business form for essential businesses. According to the State, this is the only form you need to be officially designated as “essential” and, thus, exempt from the stay-at-home orders in the state and in your county. Complete the form and have it readily available in hard copy should any government or law enforcement official ask for it.

    • Please email info@manufacturersedge.com or call/text their helpline at 720.647.3766 to be connected to someone who can help. Available to all businesses, not just manufacturers.
  • Manufacturer’s Edge: Critical Supply List – Manufacturing Specs
    The maker community has created an open-source compendium of manufacturing blueprints and specs for many of the critical items on state and hospital critical​ needs lists.
  • Manufacturer’s Edge: Daily COVID Podcast Updates
    Join for a daily podcast-style update on news and developments in response to the COVID-19 crisis and how it is impacting the manufacturing community of Colorado.

Tools

  • Google Hangouts Premium is free through Sept 30, 2020.
  • Microsoft Teams is available for free for six months.
  • GoToMeeting is also offering their remote work tools free for three months.
  • AllCopyProducts is offering a free consultation for technology and services to help your business continue your daily operations while utilizing a remote work environment.

Guides

Arvada Webinars

Other

Public Health Orders and Health Department Guidance
The City of Arvada recommends all Arvada businesses follow state and local health department guidelines for reopening. The City does not have any additional requirements.  State guidelines for restaurants can be found here, and it is anticipated Jefferson County Public Health and Tri-County Health Department will release local health orders soon in alignment with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

Find the latest updates and resources from the City of Arvada at this link. The City is still conducting business virtually. Please visit each respective link below for more detailed information about engagement.

Building Contractor Licensing

As of Monday, March 23, all City facilities will continue to remain closed to the public through Monday, April 27, 2020. This closure includes, but is not limited to, public business and activities at City Hall, including in-person building permitting and contractor licensing services. At this time, complete Building Contractor license applications and renewals can be submitted to buildingpermits@arvada.org. We will be processing these applications as quickly as possible and contacting you to make a credit card payment by phone when processing is complete. Learn more here.

Municipal Contractor Licensing

As of Monday, March 23, all City facilities will continue to remain closed to the public through Monday, April 27, 2020. This closure includes, but is not limited to, public business and activities at City Hall, including in-person right-of-way permitting and Municipal Contractor licensing services. At this time, complete Municipal Contractor license applications and renewals can be submitted to engineeringpermits@arvada.org. We will be processing these applications as quickly as possible and contacting you to make a credit card payment by phone when processing is complete. Learn more here.

Permits

As of Monday, March 23, all City facilities will continue to remain closed to the public through Monday, April 27, 2020. This closure includes, but is not limited to, public business and activities at City Hall, including in-person building and right-of-way permitting and contractor licensing services. At this time, complete Municipal and Building Contractor license applications and renewals are being accepted via email — please see the Municipal Contractor licensing page or the Building Contractor licensing page for additional information. Online permitting through arvadapermits.org will also be available during this time. We will process license and permit applications as quickly as possible however, delays should be expected. At this time we are not issuing special event permits for events to be held prior to May 11, 2020, out of an abundance of caution related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). If your special event falls after this date we will review your application; however, the City has the right to NOT approve or revoke an approved permit. Should you be applying for a special event after May 11, we ask that you take the time to review the COVID-19 resources the City provided and follow the actions you and your guests can take to protect yourselves from any respiratory infections. Learn more here.

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Thank you to Arvada Economic Development Association for its support on this resource!

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