COVID-19
Paycheck Protection Program Safe Harbor Guidance
by John Privette On May 13, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued guidance for small businesses receiving less than $2 million of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding. The U.S. Treasury in coordination with the Small Business Administration issued “safe harbor” guidance for borrowers as published in the SBA’s FAQ, Question 46. The SBA FAQ…
Read MoreCoping and Recovery: Beyond the Numbers
Paul Johnson, Associate State Director, Wyoming Small Business Development Center Network We’ve clearly heard that the greatest challenges you face during these times are financial pressures. And while numbers ultimately drive the success of your small business, there are other aspects to consider as you cope with the ongoing pandemic and ultimate recovery. Let’s take…
Read MoreHow a local Laramie theatre company and specialty shop collaborated to create a unique experience for their customers during Covid-19.
Back in March, like many business owners, Anne Mason, the founding Artistic Director of Relative Theatrics, a Laramie based theatre company, was faced with closing the doors of her theatre, canceling upcoming live performances and postponing her annual fundraising event. Despite taking a big financial hit from these cancellations, Anne quickly organized a virtual programming…
Read MoreCovid Relief Grants & Loans
The Laramie Chamber Business Alliance (LCBA) and City of Laramie announce the availability of grants and loans to support COVID-19 recovery and relief for local businesses
Read MoreRestrictions ease under new orders, Governor allocates $17 million in CARES Act funding to expand COVID-19 testing and health response
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has announced that updated public health orders effective May 15 will ease restrictions on several business categories and permit restaurants to resume indoor table service statewide. The Governor has also allocated $17 million in federal funding to expand COVID-19 testing, improve contact tracing and add to the state’s supply of…
Read MoreRestaurants and Bars Cleared to Re-open In Albany County
Laramie, WY May 8, 2020 – Dr. Jean Allais, Albany County Health Officer, announced today the next phase of reopening as it relates to restaurants and bars in Albany County which may reopen immediately as long as they follow guidelines set forth in a health order variance. As part of today’s announcement, Dr. Allais reminded…
Read MoreGovernor Gordon calls Special Session of Wyoming Legislature to help respond to COVID-19 pandemic
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has signed a proclamation convening a special session of the Wyoming Legislature to help respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. “In these unprecedented times, the legislative and executive branches must work together to best protect lives and livelihoods,” Governor Gordon said. “For this session, I have asked for our Legislature’s assistance…
Read MoreSmall Business Resources During the Pandemic
Jake Dixon, Marketing Manager Wyoming Small Business Development Center Network It’s hard to believe how quickly COVID-19 has changed the business landscape. Every industry has been impacted and small businesses are being hit the hardest. Furthermore, it may feel like the resources and assistance available to Wyoming entrepreneurs during this pandemic are changing just as…
Read MoreThe City of Laramie Launches COVID-19 Community Relief Fund
LARAMIE, WYOMING – In this unprecedented time, our community has banded together in solidarity to support our friends, neighbors, and small businesses. From purchasing gift cards to donating to the United Way, from crafting masks, to supporting our restaurants through the Curbside Challenge, our community is stepping up. And, still, many of our residents, including…
Read MoreALBANY COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH APPLICATION FOR: BUSINESS OR SERVICE PROVIDER EXCEPTION/VARIANCE OF STATEWIDE PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS
In accordance with the third continuation and modification of Statewide Public Health Orders No. #1-3, a service provider or business may make a request for an exception to the Statewide Health Orders or a business industry/sector may request a Countywide variance to the Statewide Health Orders. The County Health Officer is encouraging variances to Statewide…
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