January 29, 2021
Dear Playhouse Village Businesses,
During these trying times, we want you all to know that the PVA is here to serve you. We are working diligently to put together several resources from local, state, and national entities expressly designed for small businesses and our Village community. The situation continues to be fluid, but we are doing our best to compile this information on our website: www.playhousevillage.org/covid19updates.
Revised Public Health Order & Industry Guidance
This week, the State of California lifted the regional stay at home order returning the City of Pasadena to the Purple Tier of the State's Blueprint for a Safer Economy. This change essentially places the City back to the same business restrictions that were in place in early December, prior to the state order. A revised Pasadena Public Health Order has been issued and is available on the City's website. Industry protocols have been revised to reflect the latest updates in the anticipated Pasadena Public Health Order and to align with state guidelines. Revised protocols have been posted to the City's website and direct links can be found below:
No-Fee Permits for Business Operations Outdoors
Businesses eligible to resume operations outdoors due to protocols related to COVID can apply for a no-fee permit through the City's Rapid Reopening Permit & Plan Check Approval Portal. To access the portal, click here.
Apply Now! Pasadena Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program
The City of Pasadena's COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program opened January 25th. The program is administered by the Pasadena Community Foundation and will provide up to 50 reimbursable grants of $7,500 each to eligible businesses. For more information about the program, and to review eligibility requirements, visit the Pasadena Community Foundation website.
Grant applications will be accepted through February 12th. The Pasadena Community Foundation will host one more information sessions for Pasadena's businesses interested in applying for the COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program. Tune in at Noon on January 30th to hear a brief presentation followed by a live Q&A with PCF staff. For additional information and to access the link for the information session, visit the Pasadena Community Foundation website.
California Small Business Relief Grant Program Round 2 Opens Next Week
The State of California's COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program will open for applications on February 2nd for Round 2. Small business and non-profits can apply for micro grants up to $25,000. For more information, visit careliefgrant.com.
LA County Small Business Stabilization Program
The Los Angeles County Development Authority has launched an affordable and flexible business loan program to support and help stabilize businesses in the region. Small Business Stabilization Loans range from $50,000 to $3 million, and can be used for working capital, equipment purchases, inventory, or refinancing of existing loans at higher interest rates. Learn more at bizstabilization.lacda.org.
The PVA is committed to supporting our business community in every possible way. Please don’t hesitate to contact the PVA at info@playhousevillage.org with any questions or concerns you may have.
