"Cultivating a successful economic environment and a desirable quality of life for our businesses and community." June 30, 2020

Dear Business Leader, You are receiving this email because you are a licensed business in Dawson County or the City of Dawsonville and/or you are a member of the Chamber. Below you will find updated information from Governor Kemp's Executive Order released on June 29, 2020 and resources to help your business as we all move forward. We are here to help rebuild a strong local economy in any way we can. Please do not hesitate to call us at the Chamber (706-265-6278) if you have any questions. For additional resources, visit: dawsonchamber.org/dawson-endures/

Pandemic Update

Click here to read Governor Brian Kemp's Executive Order Renewing the public health state of emergency Click here to read Governor Brian Kemp's Executive Order Providing ongoing guidance for reviving a healthy Georgia in response to COVID-19

CURRENT GUIDELINES FOR BUSINESSES BY SECTOR (click the image that applies to your business for specific guidelines) All information comes from: Georgia Department of Economic Development COVID-19 Business Guide

UPDATED FROM JUNE 29, 2020 EXECUTIVE ORDER FROM THE GOVERNOR

PPP News and Updates

DEADLINE TO APPLY for PPP LOAN is TODAY, TUESDAY, JUNE 30 at 11:59 P.M.

CLICK HERE FOR A SUMMARY OF THE UPDATES TO THE PPP LOAN PROGRAM SBA and Treasury Announce New and Revised Guidance Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program Click here to view the new Interim Final Rules . Click here to view the new Borrower Application . Click here to view the new Lender Application . CLICK HERE - TO READ FULL TEXT OF H.R. 7010 AMENDING PPP FORGIVENESS RULES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

Webinars and Online Resources

COVID-19 Resources for Small Businesses and Nonprofits

Small Business Development Center Offers FREE Resources Click the image at left to download the free Guide to Conquering a Business Crisis To view other business resources and free training offered by the SBDC, visit: georgiasbdc.org If you have questions, please contact the local SBDC: GAINESVILLE 906 Interstate Ridge Drive, Suite E Gainesville, GA 30501 Phone: (770) 531-5681 Fax: (770) 531-5684

Five Star Architectural is manufacturing the product shown above in response to the need for personal protection at sales counters.The dimensions are 23” wide x 33” tall. Easy assembly and transportable. If your business is in need of a way to help your employees interact with customers in a safer way, please contact Eric for more details.   Eric Sutton – President 706-265-7284 (Office) eric@fivestararch.com Click here for a How-To guide for the Claims Conversion Program for Employer Filed Claims Click here for answers to FAQs for Employers

Community Resources for Employees

Click the county of residence to find information about food distribution, emergency shelter assistance, and more. Dawson County Resources Forsyth County Resources Habersham County Resources Hall County Resources Lumpkin County Resources White County Resources

The Goodwill Career Center of North Georgia is open for business Monday-Friday from 10am til 5pm and has partnered with quite a few employers who are actively hiring. Please note that masks are required to enter the store and Career Center. The center is also offering quite a few online workshops. We are also offering resume assistance and job search assistance. Please call 706-344-3409 for details and/or to make an appointment. For anyone who needs to complete their 2020 Census forms, anyone is welcome to come to the Career Center and use our computers! Please also contact Goodwill or the Chamber if your business is currently hiring.

This information was compiled and is owned by the Dawson County Chamber of Commerce. Please feel free to forward to anyone who may benefit from the provided information. Do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of assistance. The Dawson County Chamber seeks to provide access to recommendations, regulations, services and expertise to its members. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this mission remains constant. Prior to acting, members should consult their own professional advisors for information and counsel specific to the individual and unique situations faced by organizations, individuals and corporations. The opinions, interpretations and recommendations of the Dawson County Chamber are informational only and should not be relied upon by the recipient as legal or professional advice.  The Dawson County Chamber makes no representations as to the accuracy or reliability of the content contained herein. Users of this information accept any and all risks associated with the use of such information and agree that the Dawson County Chamber has no liability to user.

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