COVID-19 - What You Need to Know TODAY March 20, 2020
Recent Updates that May Affect YOUR Business
IMPORTANT UPDATES
There continues to be daily changes to our business community. We will continue to publish the most up-to-date information on our Facebook page and will have helpful links on our website during this time.

SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA) DISASTER LOANS
I gave you some information yesterday that mentioned we were waiting on Williamson County to get qualified for the SBA Disaster Loans. GOOD NEWS – the State of Texas has requested this on behalf of the entire state. We are waiting for the SBA to approve and give us the designation, but we should have that sometime today!

Once approved, be sure to go to the SBA Link to fill out the paperwork. It is also on the Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) link to the left.

You can contact an SBA Certified Lender with one of the financial institutions below:

American Bank – 512.306.5557                                                  
Frost Bank – 512.473.4858
Horizon Bank – 512.482.6051                                                      
Prosperity Bank – 512.260.9199
R Bank – 512.600.8113                                                                   
Randolph Brooks FCU - 512.670.6954
SouthStar Bank – 512.456.003 5

 
STATE OF TEXAS UPDATE
The Office of the Texas Attorney General is ready to prosecute anybody seeking to take advantage of Texans by engaging in price gouging and disaster scams during this time. Under State Law, once the Governor issues a declaration, vendors are prohibited from charging exorbitant prices for necessities such as drinking water, food, batteries, medicine, lodging and more. Currently, the disaster declaration in effective across our entire state. If you believe you have encountered price gouging or disaster related scams, please file a complaint online at www.TexasAttorneyGeneral.gov/consumer-protection , or call toll-free at 1.800.621.0508.

WILLIAMSON COUNTY UPDATES
There were a few updates coming from Williamson County yesterday.

  • All WILCO Offices Closed as of Noon March 19th.
  • Williamson Central Appraisal District suspends services inside office. Property notices have been postponed to April 14th. There are currently no provisions in the tax code to allow for reduced values for 2020 based on an event such as the current health crisis. For more information visit www.wcad.org or call 512.930.3787.

For more Williamson County Updates, be sure to visit the link to the left.
 
EDUCATION UPDATE
Beginning Tuesday, March 24, Monday through Friday breakfast and lunch food distribution will be available at one time. Students will be able to pick up a hot lunch and a breakfast meal for the next morning during this one-stop, drive-thru pick-up.

From 11:30am – 1:30pm, ANY student can visit one of the four locations to pick up their two meals. The locations are:

  • Bagdad Elementary School
  • Reed Elementary School
  • River Place Elementary School
  • Running Brushy Middle School

To receive food, LISD will not require proof of enrollment. TDA guidelines DO require a student to be present to pick-up food. For more information, visit the LISD Link to the left.

CLOSING
Changes are becoming less frequent, but we will be sure to keep you updated as we become aware of those things. Please know we are updating our website and social media to keep you informed throughout this event.

You can see there are many other links which will continue to be available to you, your business, your friends and neighbors through this crisis both through this newsletter and on the Cedar Park Chamber website (CedarParkChamber.org). Please forward this newsletter to people who can use it! They can sign up for the newsletter as well.

Please know we are here to help you. We are YOUR business advocate. Stay safe and let us know how we can help!

Tony Moline, IOM, PCED
President & CEO
Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce
Restaurant Updates - As of 9 a.m. Today
Andy's Frozen Custard – Drive Thru
512.986.7900

Bent Oak Winery - Open for Curbside and Pick Up Only
512.953.8094

Blue Corn Harvest - Shortened Hours of Operation & NEW Curbside Pickup  
512.528.0889

Casa Chapala Mexican Grill and Tequila Bar – We are open for Curbside Pick Up, Delivery through GrubHub, DoorDash, UberEats, Favor, and Post Mates.
512.459.4242

Chick-fil-A Cedar Park and Chick-fil-A Leander - Drive Thru Only https://www.cfarestaurant.com/cedarpark/home
512.260.9777

Dairy Queen – Drive Thru Open
512.379.6029

Dream Dinners – Curbside Pick Up Only (Must sign up online)
512.401.2800

Dos Salsas Cedar Park –Reduced hours of 11 am to 8 pm. Take Out Available
512.260.7494

Eileen's Colossal Cookies - Drive Thru Only
512.456.7110

Freshii – Take Out and Delivery
512.269.0641

First Watch – Now open for Curbside Pick-Up
512.359.7905

Jason's Deli Lakeline – We are open for To-Go Orders and Pick-Up.
512.258.7888

Levant Cafe & Grill - Closed until further notice

Leylas Mediterranean Cafe - Open for Take Out and Delivery
512.456.7574

Los Reyes Mexican Restaurant - Drive Through, Take Out and Delivery with Local Eat, and Door Dash. 
512.258.4016

Longhorn Steak House- Take Out Available
512.260.1681

Mandolas Italian –Take Out Only
512.879.1450

McAlisters Deli of Cedar Park – Open for Delivery through Door Dash.
512.260.3354

McDonald's - Drive Thru Only
512.259.5770 (Bell Blvd)
512.260.4053 (Whitestone)
512.336.1999 (Cypress Creek)

Morning Sunshine Café – Open for Curbside Pick Up.
512.690.1133

Moonshine Comfort & Cocktails – Take Out Orders Only
512.551.8669

Mouton's Bistro & Bar – Curbside & Delivery
512.356.9300

Niki’s Pizza – Open for Delivery and Drive Thru
512.250.1188

Pok-E-Jo’s - Curbside pickup and Delivery from all of our locations
512.388.7578 (Round Rock)
512.767.1321 (Georgetown)
512.491.0434 (Parmer Lane)

Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing Co. – Pick-Up Available
512.986.7038

Rock and Rolls Sushi Lounge –Take Out & Delivery from 4-9 pm.
512.649.2222

Salata – Open for Take Out and Pick Up until 8 pm.
512.456.0457

Santa Catarina Restaurant – Open for Curbside Orders and To-Go Orders
737.300.2296

Smokey Mo’s BBQ – Delivery Through Local Eat & Drink
To-Go also available. Currently looking at other delivery options.
512.528.0090 (General Information)

The Brewtique – Open for To-Go Sales
512.291.2622

ThunderCloud Subs – Take Out & Delivery
512.259.8815

Vitality Bowls - Take out, Curbside, Delivery through Uber Eats and Grubhub
650.799.1342

Whitestone Brewery - Beer to Go & Online Store
512.765.4828

If you would to be added to this list. please contact Andrea Kornegay at andrea@cedarparkchamber.org
Non-Profit Spotlight - How You Can Help
As a healthcare clinic that serves low-income, uninsured patients, it is imperative that our doors remain open. The population that we serve has limited resources and it is critical that we be here for them.

With that being said, in order for us to stay open, these are our current needs:

  • Infrared Thermometers or Temporal Thermometers
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): CDC recommended gowns, masks, goggles, gloves
  • Hand Sanitizer Gel/Foam
  • Lysol
  • Toilet Paper
  • Paper Towels

Lastly, we ask everyone to follow the CDC guidelines on how best to protect yourself. 

Want to be featured here? Email Lyndee Matthews at lyndee@cedarparkchamber.org
Digital Marketing Strategies
Crafting your social media content can be hard. Every piece of content you post must be carefully thought-out. To craft the perfect captivating content, refer to the following tips:

  • Use Copywriting techniques
  • Address your audience directly. Just like an old friend!
  • Use snappy, witty, or intriguing hooks to begin your social media posts.
  • Mix it up! Try linking from your blog, videos, asking questions, and even get personal!
  • Do not forget to use creative hashtags