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As part of continued efforts to reverse the trend of COVID-19 spread in Arizona, please visit https://azgovernor.gov for the most up-to-date information from Governor Doug Ducey. |
**NOTICE TO ALL BUSINESSES**
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June 17, 2020, Governor Doug Ducey announced enhanced actions to contain the spread of the virus and protect Arizona’s residents. A few of the requirements statewide, include:
- Physically distancing of 6 feet;
- Providing employees with face-coverings and requiring usage;
- Conducting symptom checks for all employees before shifts;
- Requiring sick employees to stay home;
- And, increasing the frequency of employee hygiene, cleaning and disinfecting.
You can read more details in the Governor’s Press Release here.
You can read the Governor's Executive Order here.
Click below for ALL Business, Restaurant, and Bar requirements
pursuant to Executive Order 2020-40 Containing the Spread of COVID-19
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Requirements BUSINESSES VIEW |
Requirements RESTAURANTS & BARS VIEW |
| Business Planning and Reopening Guidance | ||
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Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced $2 million of additional funding to restaurants in order to continue expanding outdoor dining space and to slow the spread of coronavirus. |
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| National Restaurant Association | COVID-19 Safe Operating Guidance | |
| Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce | https://www.southwestvalleychamber.org | |
| US Chamber of Commerce | Combating Coronavirus |
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| Center for Disease Control (CDC) | What You Need To Know | |
| International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) |
IHRSA has an entire page dedicated to COVID-19 resources – including webinars, articles, videos, and resources. Below is a link to the full list and a few select articles. https://www.ihrsa.org/improve-your-club/coronavirus-resources-for-health-clubs/ · Cleaning, Disinfecting, & Sanitizing Your Gym During COVID-19 · Fitness Industry Expert’s Five-stage Plan for Reopening · Proper Pool Maintenance Key to a Safe Reopening for Clubs · 18 Safety Considerations for Your Health Club Reopening Plan · Curated Hiring & Training Resources for Your Health Club Staff · Curated Sales & Marketing Resources for Your Health Club Staff |
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| Resources Available for Business Owners | ||||
| CITY OF GOODYEAR | The latest information about the Coronavirus | goodyearaz.gov/residents/coronavirus-info | ||
| Arizona @ Work (Employees) | Arizona employers with Immediate Openings | arizonaatwork.com/newsroom/all/arizona-employers-immediate-openings | ||
| Arizona @ Work (Employers) | The city of Goodyear is partnering with Arizona@Work to assist Goodyear companies who are either temporarily hiring or laying off employees during the Covid-19 pandemic. | arizonaatwork.com | ||
| Arizona Commerce Authority |
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced $2 million of additional funding to restaurants in order to continue expanding outdoor dining space and to slow the spread of coronavirus. SAFEST OUTSIDE RESTAURANT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SORAD) The State of Arizona created the Safest Outside Restaurant Assistance Program, which is designed to assist bars and restaurants with funding for the infrastructure needed to expand their premises. With $1 million total in the fund, businesses may apply for up to $10,000 to cover expenditures for items restaurants need to extend their premises to approved outdoor spaces such as outdoor furniture, barriers, patio heaters, or parklets. |
SORAP Additional Guidelines and Application Safest Outside Restaurant Assistance Program Rapid Employment Job Training Grant Brochure
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| Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) | Power Arizona’s future by ensuring safe, reliable, and affordable utility services. | azcc.gov | ||
| Arizona Department of Economic Security | DES services to help individuals and families meet their basic needs and reduce financial burdens by lowering healthcare costs associated with the COVID-19 virus. | des.az.gov/services/coronavirus | ||
| Arizona Office of Tourism |
CoVid-19 Updates |
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| AZ Job Connection | Whether you're looking for that perfect job, that perfect employee or information on an industry or workforce, AZ Job Connection is for you. | azjobconnection.gov | ||
| AZ Pro | Free “Open During COVID-19” banners. Email us at info@azprogroup.com See offer on AZPro LinkedIn | azprogroup.com/contact | ||
| CARES Act | On March 27, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law, becoming the largest stimulus package in U.S. history and providing $2.2 trillion in much needed relief to individuals and businesses grappling with the fallout of the COVID-19 epidemic. | |||
| Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) | This page consolidates the options available to your business and provides insight about how to navigate the application process. | gpec.org/covid-19/financial-resources/ | ||
| Greater Phoenix SCORE | Guidance for small businesses during the Coroanvirus outbreak. Mentors are available to participate in remote mentoring sessions via phone, email, and video. | greaterphoenix.score.org/content/small-business-disaster-preparedness-resources | ||
| Local First | FREE Webinars on planning for the potential impact on your business and practical tips to consider. | localfirstaz.com/covid19 | ||
| Maricopa County Library District | (Library Card Required) Many business resources, including Gale Small Business Builder, and more. | |||
| National Restaurant Association | To ensure that restaurants have the latest information about coronavirus, we created this industry-specific guidance for owners and operators. | www.restaurant.org/covid19 | ||
| National Retail Federation | Coronavirus Resources for Retailers | nrf.com/resources/retail-safety-and-security-tools/coronavirus-resources-retailers | ||
| The InnovationHub @ GoodyearAZ | One-on-one mentoring to help you reposition your business during this temporary setback. | goodyearaz.gov/innovationhub | ||
| Small Business Administration | The SBA provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared disasters. |
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Small Business Development Center |
The Maricopa Small Business Development Center Network (SBDC) provides advising, training, online courses and resources for businesses throughout the valley. | |||
| SmallBusinessTrends.com | Coronavirus Business Center | smallbiztrends.com/tag/coronavirus-biz-advice | ||
| Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce | Resources for the business community to help enforce strategies to protect employees, residents, and visitors. | southwestvalleychamber.org/covid19.html | ||
| U.S. Chamber of Commerce | The latest resources, guidance and insights to protect American businesses, workers and families. | www.uschamber.com | ||
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How You Can Help
Please continue to support our local businesses as much as you can during this uncertain time.
- Order pick up/to go food
- Purchase online
- Buy gift certificates
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- Approach this situation in an innovative and proactive manner
- Focus on what is going right!
- Be a leader and virtually connect friends, family and business associates
- Have fun with technology.... Try the popular video communication resources such as GoToMeeting, Zoom, Skype, ezTalks Meetings, Fuze, Face Time, and many others.
- Be safe and follow the CDC Guidelines