The Pasco Chamber is still open for business, but staff is working remotely. Please email admin@pascochamber.org for any inquiries. Thank you!
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We wanted to share information that we have received to help business owners prepare for inevitable impact from the effects of Covid-19 (Coronavirus). Please feel free to reach out to us if you have questions or concerns. We can be reached by email at admin@pascochamber.org
If you would be willing to take our 2-3 minute survey about the impact on your business, please click the grey button. |
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Small Business Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) details are available in the PDF files below. This is the information from the Cares Act from recent legislation passed to assist small businesses with forgivable loans.
| ppp_--_overview.pdf |
| ppp--fact-sheet.pdf |
The file below is a list of SBA Participating Lenders
| 2020_seattle_district_office_participating_lenders.pdf |
All WA State Coronavirus information can be found at the link below!
Association of Washington Business has compiled a comprehensive list of resources for employers!
AWB has created a page with many resources for businesses and non-profits including links for financial resources, healthcare, tax help, utilities/rent assistance, small business guidance, telecommuting resources, layoff guidance, toolkits, checklists and more!
Federal Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners, and Renters: Start applying NOW!
Washington State and its small businesses have been approved for disaster assistance because of coronavirus impact. Apply at the link below:
https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/
https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/
Business Impact Webinar hosted by Association of Washington Business
The Association of Washington Business is hosting their next COVID-19 Business Impact Webinar on Monday, April 6th from 10am-11:00am. There is no cost, but registration is required. AWB members or any Washington employer is invited to join. Click HERE to learn more and register.
During this webinar on April 6, hear what resources are available for you and real-time, expert insights on all aspects of the crisis as we navigate how COVID-19 continues to impact our state and the economy.
For questions or more information, please contact Jacob Sodeman at JacobS@awb.org.
During this webinar on April 6, hear what resources are available for you and real-time, expert insights on all aspects of the crisis as we navigate how COVID-19 continues to impact our state and the economy.
For questions or more information, please contact Jacob Sodeman at JacobS@awb.org.
COVID-19 Small Business Resources & Guidance
Click HERE to view the government's guidance via the U.S. Small Business Association - "Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy."
CDC Guidance & Prevention Protocols for Businesses
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has issued COVID-19 guidance for businesses and is updating them as new developments occur.
Please refer to the following links for the most up-to-date information about COVID-19:
Please understand the consequences of disregarding the Governor's Emergency Order Declaration:
RCW 43.06.220 State of emergency—Powers of governor pursuant to proclamation.
Section 5 of the RCW:(5) Any person willfully violating any provision of an order issued by the governor under this section is guilty of a gross misdemeanor
RCW 9.92.020 Punishment of gross misdemeanor when not fixed by statute.Every person convicted of a gross misdemeanor for which no punishment is prescribed in any statute in force at the time of conviction and sentence, shall be punished by imprisonment in the county jail for a maximum term fixed by the court of up to three hundred sixty-four days, or by a fine in an amount fixed by the court of not more than five thousand dollars, or by both such imprisonment and fine.
Please refer to the following links for the most up-to-date information about COVID-19:
- Resources for Business & Employers
- General Info & FAQs
- Steps to Preventing Illness
- Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities
Please understand the consequences of disregarding the Governor's Emergency Order Declaration:
RCW 43.06.220 State of emergency—Powers of governor pursuant to proclamation.
Section 5 of the RCW:(5) Any person willfully violating any provision of an order issued by the governor under this section is guilty of a gross misdemeanor
RCW 9.92.020 Punishment of gross misdemeanor when not fixed by statute.Every person convicted of a gross misdemeanor for which no punishment is prescribed in any statute in force at the time of conviction and sentence, shall be punished by imprisonment in the county jail for a maximum term fixed by the court of up to three hundred sixty-four days, or by a fine in an amount fixed by the court of not more than five thousand dollars, or by both such imprisonment and fine.
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Flatten the Curve Tri-Cities is a website and effort to slow the spread of coronavirus in our area. Please visit the website created to inform Tri-Citians on efforts that we can do to help slow the spread. The website includes:
Click HERE to visit the site. |
Postponed/Cancelled Community Events: (this list will be updated regularly)
- the March 14th Franklin County Historical Museum Exhibit opening event has been cancelled, but the museum remains OPEN and Saturday, March 14th is a FREE admission day.
- the March 17th Broadband Roundtable with Representative Newhouse has been postponed.
- all WA State public/private schools are closed from 3/17-4/24
- the March 26th Numerica Credit Union Ribbon Cutting in Pasco has been postponed.
- the March 26th Building Bridges at Purple Star Winery has been cancelled.
- the March 27th Columbia Gardens Wine Village Ribbon Cutting has been cancelled.
