COVID-19 News
Bringing Back Delco Webinar for Businesses: Friday, June 19
The Bringing Back Delco Task Force is hosting a free webinar on Friday, June 19 at 10 am.
The presentation will include information on the Paycheck Protection Program, the Main Street Program and Round #2 of Delco Strong Grants.
PA $225M Main Street Small Business Grant Program
The Pennsylvania $225M Main Street Small Business Grant program announced earlier this week includes:
- $100 million for the Main Street Business Revitalization Program for small businesses that experienced loss as a result of the governor’s March 19, 2020 order relating to the closure of all non-life-sustaining businesses and have or will incur costs to adapt to new business operations related to COVID-19;
- $100 million for the Historically Disadvantaged Business Revitalization Program for small businesses that experienced loss as a result of the business closure order, have or will incur costs to adapt to new business operations related to COVID-19, and in which socially and economically disadvantaged individuals own at least a 51 percent interest and also control management and daily business operations.
- $25 million for the Loan Payment Deferment and Loss Reserve Program, which will allow the CDFIs the opportunity to offer forbearance and payment relief for existing portfolio businesses that are struggling due to the impact of COVID, as well as shore up the financial position of the CDFIs that are experiencing significant increased defaults in their existing loan portfolios.
Eligible businesses with 25 or fewer employees may receive a maximum grant of $50,000 so long as the business was in operation on February 15, 2020 and, if required, paid income taxes to the state and federal government, as reported on individual or business tax returns; COVID-19 has had an adverse economic impact and makes this grant request necessary to support the ongoing operations of the applicant; the grant will be used cover COVID-19 related costs; and during the period beginning on June 1, 2020 and ending on December 31, 2020, the applicant has not and will not receive another grant under this state program.
*Note, the application, and timing for accepting applications is not available yet, but many of these CDFIs have email list sign-ups to receive updates.
Applications from Delaware County HQ’d companies will be accepted by the following CDFIs:
Entrepreneur Works
Neighborhood Progress Fund
The Enterprise Center
West Philadelphia Financial Services Institute
Beech Companies
Reinvestment Fund
Community First Fund
Women’s Opportunity Resource Center
United Bank
Additional COVID-19 PPE Supply Kits for Businesses Available
The Bringing Back Delco Task Force is offering a second round of PPE purchases and distributions to the Delaware County business community.
As the County prepared to enter the Yellow Phase on June 5, the Task Force offered an online small business support store to help businesses procure the supplies they needed to reopen safely, many of which are in short supply. Items included: hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, gloves, masks, six-foot floor markers, and Plexiglas barriers for counters.
Due to the high demand, two additional distributions have been set up. Business owners can order these items online at a discounted price and pick up the kits on either June 22 or 23 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Broomall Fire Department (1 N. Malin Rd., Broomall, PA)
Bringing Back Delco PPE Kits are $10 and include:
– Hand Sanitizer
– 150 Wipes
– 300 Gloves
– 100 Masks
– Hand Sanitizer
– Social Distancing Floor Signage
Orders can be placed online at BringingBackDelco.com
The Bringing Back Delco Task Force, formed by Delaware County Council, the Delaware County Commerce Center, and the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce was created in May to support the Delaware County business community to ensure a safe reopening of the local economy.
In addition to PPE, the Task Force has offered webinars to assist business owners with safety guidelines, reopening protocols and plans, and industry-specific information. The website also includes downloadable flyers and graphics for business owners to display and share with their employees.
A helpline has also been set up for business owners and managers who have questions and need help navigating the CDC and state guidelines and who may need support interpreting the guidance. Businesses can call: 610-565-3677.
The Task Force will regularly convene to address the concerns of the community, coordinate, and share best practices that are proven to be successful and distribute information that is needed for an effective and safe transition.
Delaware County to Enter Yellow Phase Friday, June 5
Governor Wolf announced that he will allow the stay-at-home order to expire at 11:59 p.m., June 4.
As of June 5, Delaware County will be in the Yellow Phase and the stay-at-home order will be lifted. Delaware County Council will hold a virtual press conference on June 4 at 10am to provide an update on COVID-19 and the County’s transition into the yellow phase.
Delaware County Council will hold a virtual press conference on Thursday, June 4 at 10am to provide an update on COVID-19 and the County’s transition into the yellow phase.
It will be streamed live on the County’s website and on Council’s Facebook page.
COVID-19 PPE Supply Kits for Businesses Available
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and the Bringing Back Delco Task Force are offering PPE Supply Kits for businesses in preparation for reopening.
Kits Include:
– Hand Sanitizer
– 500 Wipes
– 200 Gloves
– 50 Masks
– Social Distancing Floor Signs
Kits are for businesses ONLY. Limit one per business. Selecting and paying for more than one kit will result in a donation, only one kit per business.
Kits cost $10 each and must be picked up at Broomall Fire Company on Saturday, June 6 (SOLD OUT) or Sunday June 7.
Reserve Yours Today! Limit one per business
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Recovery Funding Accepting Applications
In response to the coronavirus (COVID- 19) health emergency, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will be accepting applications for its Recovery Crisis Program beginning May 18, 2020. The program is scheduled to run through August 31, 2020, or until funds are exhausted — whichever comes first.
This program includes two components that will aid Pennsylvania residents who may need assistance with their heating costs due to the pandemic.
Crisis Applications: The 2019-2020 Crisis maximum benefit has been increased to $800. Any LIHEAP Crisis-eligible household, including those that met the previous maximum of $600, would be eligible for a Crisis grant under this program. You can find information about how to submit an application below.
Supplemental Benefits: Many households who received a LIHEAP Crisis payment during the regular LIHEAP season will receive a one-time issuance of $100. This payment will be sent to the vendor that received their most recent LIHEAP payment. Households who receive this issuance will be notified by mail. This $100 issuance will count towards the new maximum Crisis benefit amount for the household. This benefit will be issued automatically and no application is needed.
More information on applying, eligibility and more.
Borough Council to Hold Online Meeting via Teleconference Thursday, May 21
Yeadon Borough Council will hold a Legislative Meeting via teleconference on Thursday, May 21. The public is invited to join using the Zoom online platform.
Please be advised that on May 9, 2020, Zoom implemented a new policy to include passwords on all meetings due to security reasons. See detailed instructions on how to take part in this meeting.
Topic: Special Meeting – Yeadon Borough Council
Time: May 21, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78864937485
Meeting ID: 788 6493 7485
Password: 19050
Free COVID-19 Testing – Saturday, May 23 at St. Louis Parish Parking Lot
Saturday, May 23 – 10 am – 4 pm
St. Louis Parish Parking Lot
821 W. Cobbs Creek Parkway
Yeadon, PA 19050
If you are having coronavirus-type symptoms* or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive (or suspected to be positive for coronavirus) in the past 14 days, please pre-register at realconciergemedicine.com
*SYMPTOMS: Cough, sneeze, sore throat, shortness of breath, fever, loss of smell, loss of taste, diarrhea, or weakness.
County Holds Online Presentations Monday, May 18
Delaware County Council and the Department of Human Services will host an online presentation on Monday, May 18 at 3:30pm.
Presentations include:
- Children & Youth Services
- Delaware County Library Services
- The Office of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Delaware County Council and the Department of Human Services will host an online presentation on May 18 at 4:15pm.
Presentations include:
- County Offices of Services to the Aging (COSA)
- DelCo Food Collaboration
- Homeless Services
Residents can watch live both presentations on the County’s Facebook page or on the County’s website
