Today marks the beginning of Connecticut’s Phase 2 which reopens hotels, indoor dining, indoor recreation, outdoor events, certain sports, fitness facilities, public pools, personal services and other key venues. While enjoying the businesses, spaces, and activities that will reopen, residents are reminded to practice social distancing, wear face coverings if close contact is unavoidable, and follow specific health protocols aimed at keeping our community safe. For residents over the age of 65 or those with underlying medical conditions, it is strongly recommended that participation in Phase 2 activities be limited.
As we continue to respond to the Coronavirus pandemic, we must all work together to stay apart. Please be vigilant and take precautions to protect yourselves and those around you by washing your hands, cleaning surfaces, and covering coughs.
For additional updates, be sure to monitor the City’s website (
www.ci.milford.ct.us
) and Facebook page.
Thank you and please stay healthy.
Benjamin G. Blake, Mayor
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The state has issued the Phase 2 re-opening rules for indoor-dining restaurants, hotels, museums, gyms, social clubs, tattoo parlors, nail salons, and movie theaters that want to re-open tomorrow. These rules, and Phase 1’s rules, are at
Business Recovery Sector Re-Open Rules
, with the self-certification link at
Self Certification
.
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Rules for Gathering & Venues
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Effective June 17
Indoor private gatherings – 25 people
Outdoor gatherings – 100 people
Outdoor event venues (e.g. amphitheaters, race tracks) – 25% of fire capacity and distancing (consistent with outdoor amusement parks)
Effective July 3
Indoor private gatherings – 25 people
Outdoor private gatherings – 100 people, one time exception for graduations at 150 people
Outdoor organized gatherings (e.g. fireworks, concerts in municipal parks) – 15 feet of space blanket to blanket, cap of 500 people. Event organizer responsible for compliance with guidance.
Outdoor event venues (e.g. amphitheaters, race tracks) – 25% of fire capacity and distancing
Effective mid-July (date to be determined)
Indoor private gatherings – 50 people
Outdoor private gatherings (including graduations) – 250 people
Outdoor organized gatherings (e.g. fireworks, concerts in municipal parks) – 15 feet of space blanket to blanket, no cap. Event organizer responsible for compliance with guidance.
Outdoor event venues (e.g. amphitheaters, race tracks) – 50% of fire capacity and distancing
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Reopen Webinar with DECD Commissioner David Lehman
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CT Department of Economic & Community Development Commissioner David Lehman will speak on reopening efforts and next steps, Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 9:00 am.
This webinar is hosted by the City of Milford's Department of Economic & Community Development
and the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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SBA Revised Full Forgiveness Application
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Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020. In addition to revising the full forgiveness application, SBA also published a new EZ version of the forgiveness application that applies to borrowers that:
- Are self-employed and have no employees; OR
- Did not reduce the salaries or wages of their employees by more than 25%, and did not reduce the number or hours of their employees; OR
- Experienced reductions in business activity as a result of health directives related to COVID-19, and did not reduce the salaries or wages of their employees by more than 25%.
The EZ application requires fewer calculations and less documentation for eligible borrowers. Details regarding the applicability of these provisions are available in the instructions to the new EZ application form.
Both applications give borrowers the option of using the original 8-week covered period (if their loan was made before June 5, 2020) or an extended 24-week covered period. These changes will result in a more efficient process and make it easier for businesses to realize full forgiveness of their PPP loan.
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SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan and Advance Program Reopened
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CT Back to Work Initiative
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Governor Lamont announced the
CT Back to Work Initiative
, a public-private partnership that will provide resources to workers and businesses impacted by COVID-19. The DECD Tech Talent Fund enabled the expansion of vital remote learning tools for our residents.
Partnering directly with Indeed.com, Metrix Learning, 180 Skills, the Governor’s Workforce Council, and the Department of Labor, the program will provide Connecticut residents with a
customized job portal
, career services, and online job training. The program will benefit residents searching for work or looking to develop new skills. It will also connect employers with qualified candidates.
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Economic Development News
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ESTIMATED DISASTER ECONOMIC INJURY WORKSHEET FOR BUSINESSES
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Please fill out the below form to assist us with the data we need to assess economic injury and a plan for reopening. Estimated Disasted Economic Injury Worksheet for Businesses:
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DECD's COVID-19 Business Emergency Response Unit
The Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) has created a COVID-19 Business Emergency Response Unit dedicated to assisting businesses navigate resources and develop new resources. A dedicated phone line is available at
860-500-2333
to provide assistance to Connecticut's small businesses for this purpose.
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Please reach out with additional questions and concerns. Stay safe, healthy and wash your hands!
Best,
Julie Nash
Director of Economic and Community Development
70 West River Street
Milford, CT 06460
Phone 203-783-3230
Fax 203-878-7394
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