Support for Small Businesses

September 4, 2020

Dear Business and Community Partners;

Below is information on how you can stay safe during the upcoming holiday as well as into fall. In addition, new assistance resources are available for businesses in Jefferson County. Continue reading for application requirements, timelines, and other information.

Personal Protective Equipment Program for Small and Micro Businesses and Nonprofits

Jefferson County and the Arvada Chamber, West Metro Chamber, Golden Chamber, and Evergreen Chamber are supporting small businesses of 25 employees or less and nonprofits that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic by distributing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) free of charge to those that qualify.

Eligibility:

Nonprofits or businesses with 25 employees or less
Get more information at www.jeffco.us/4057

Stay safe and mindful this labor day

“It’s been a long, difficult summer, but we’re finally seeing the results of everyone’s hard work as case numbers decline. It’s important we keep that downward trend going, especially as our children return to school and we head into flu season,” said Dr. Mark B. Johnson, Executive Director at Jefferson County Public Health. “The better we all do at following key disease prevention steps, the better chance we have at making it through the next few months in good shape.”

In the last several months, many COVID-19 cases have been linked to private gatherings and parties, like BBQs, birthdays and weddings. So it’s important to make sure that as you spend a holiday celebrating with your loved ones, you do so in a way that keeps you and your community safe.

Get tips for safely celebrating this Labor Day: https://www.jeffco.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1333

City Of Lakewood COVID-19 Nonprofit-Impact Grant

Applications now open through Wednesday September 9th

The City of Lakewood is offering a second round of emergency grant opportunities to assist nonprofit organizations that serve Lakewood residents.

Funding for this grant opportunity comes from the City of Lakewood's share of the U.S. CARES Act.
City Council has approved $375,000 for this grant opportunity.

Click here for online application form

Arvada's Marketing Education Series

Members: $20/session or $50 for all three
Non-members: $30/session or $75 for all three
Register for one session or the whole series at the links below. Each session will include a Q&A with marketing experts. Recordings will be sent to all attendees after the event.

2020 Marketing Musts: Expert Tips to Drive a Resilient Marketing Plan in an Unstable Economy
Wednesday, September 9, 9:00 – 10:30 am
Speakers:
Holli Arnett (Owner, Your Neighbor Magazine)
Marcus Turner (Director of Communications and Audience Services, The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities)
Lindsey Honaman (Marketing Director, Piper Electric)
Deana Hill (Co-Founder and Mavon of Miscellany, Odyssey Beerwerks)
REGISTER HERE!

Data Deep Dive: Learn the Latest Arvada Demographic Data + Advice on Targeting Audience Segments
Thursday, September 10, 9:00 -10:30 am
Speakers:
Katie Winner (Owner, For The Win Communications)
Denny Basham (CEO, Subsilio Consulting)
Ryan Hecht (Marketing Director, Arvada Chamber of Commerce)
REGISTER HERE!

Mastering Your Visual Identity: How to Maximize Creative Branding and DIY Video
Friday, September 11, 9:00 – 10:30 am
Speakers:
Chris Woodley (Owner, Mountain Media Production Co.)
Sara Fulmer (CFO and Marketing Manager, Mondo Solutions)
John Carlson (Owner, John Carlson Design)
REGISTER HERE!

Missed one of our business panels?
Watch here:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTH5pW4bJZbvcvOWfLfRVUA

Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center
Business Services

Business Services offers a wide array of services and resources to help businesses of any size.

Information about layoff assistance and layoff aversion programs are available, please contact Jill Howard at [email protected] or call 303-271-4768.

If your business is currently hiring, we can assist with job postings, marketing to job seekers and virtual job fairs. Contact the Business Services team at [email protected] or call 303-271-4800.

Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center website:
https://www.jeffco.us/Business-Workforce-Center

Additional Resources

Jefferson County Business & Workforce Workshops: https://workforce.jeffco.us/workforce_public/workshop_calendar.cfm

General Unemployment Insurance Information Related to Coronavirus
Up-to-date information for employers, employees and FAQ’s about Colorado Unemployment Insurance programs and other resources.
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdle/information-and-resources-coronavirus

Colorado Unemployment Insurance Employer Services website
Information about layoffs, labor laws, incentives and tax credits, audits, posting jobs on Connecting Colorado and more.
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdle/businesses-employers

Work Share Program
Alternative to laying off employees and unemployment insurance if an employee is still able to work part-time.
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdle/layoffassistance

Businesses Responding to Job Separation
How and why it’s important to respond to the Unemployment Insurance employee job separation notices.
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdle/node/20121

Unemployment Insurance Guide for Employers
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/Employer_Guide.pdf

Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Learn what it means for employers.
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/families_first_coronavirus_response_act.pdf

U.S. Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance for the workplace.
https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/osha/osha20200309

Jefferson County Small Business Resource Center
Non-profit organization supporting small businesses in the community including business plan development, brand and marketing material assistance, financing sources and more.
https://www.jeffcobrc.org/

Small Business Guidance & Resources
Information about Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs, Guidance for Businesses and Employers, SBA Products and Resources, Government Contracting and Local Assistance.
https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources

SBA Disaster Loan Assistance
Federal Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners and Renters.
https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources

Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation
Jeffco EDC is an advocate for the county’s business community and is dedicated to building economic prosperity in the community. Current resources for businesses are included on the website.
https://jeffcoedc.org/

Clear Creek Economic Development Corporation
The CCEDC works to create and offer programs for Clear Creek County businesses. Information about emergency working capital loan program is on the website.
http://www.clearcreekedc.org/our-programs

Arvada Economic Development Association
Arvada Economic Development Association has community, government, and civic partnerships which allow AEDA to provide your business with the latest business information and resources.
https://arvadaeconomicdevelopment.org/

City of Edgewater
The City's economic development programs are designed to bolster the economic health and opportunity within Edgewater and the surrounding area for residents and businesses alike.
https://www.edgewaterco.com/index.asp?SEC=E2A42395-4AC3-449F-B502-65FEF8800E38&Type=B_BASIC

Golden Community & Economic Development Division
The City of Golden Community & Economic Development Division provides a network of resources to support existing and growing businesses including grant opportunities.
https://www.cityofgolden.net/work/economic-development/

Lakewood Economic Development Division
The Economic Development Division of the City of Lakewood provides services to businesses, including business attraction, expansion, entrepreneurialism, marketing, communications and resources.
https://www.lakewood.org/Government/Departments/Economic-Development

Littleton Economic Development Department
The Economic Development Department of the City of Littleton focuses on business development, retention and attraction by providing business resources for companies operating in or planning to locate within the city.
https://www.littletongov.org/city-services/city-departments/economic-development

Westminster Economic Development Department
The City of Westminster Economic Development Division provides resources to existing and growing businesses.
https://www.westminstereconomicdevelopment.org/

Wheat Ridge Economic Development Division
The City of Wheat Ridge Economic Development Division is dedicated to both the businesses and citizens of Wheat Ridge by providing an array of resources for the community.
https://www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/269/Economic-Development

Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade
OEDIT has a hotline for small business owners to call with questions at (303) 860-5881 or email [email protected]
https://choosecolorado.com/

Chambers of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce associations promote and protect the interests of the business community in a local community, and offer valuable resources and education to businesses

West Metro Chamber
https://www.westmetrochamber.org/

Arvada Chamber
https://www.arvadachamber.org/

Conifer Chamber
https://www.goconifer.com/

Evergreen Chamber
https://www.evergreenchamber.org/

Golden Chamber
https://goldenchamber.org/

Littleton Chamber
http://littletonbusinesschamber.org/

Westminster Chamber
https://www.westminsterchamber.biz/

Wheat Ridge Chamber
http://www.wheatridgechamber.org/

Wheat Ridge Business Association
https://www.wheatridgebiz.com/

Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center serving Jefferson, Clear Creek and Gilpin counties is an equal opportunity program; auxiliary services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.