Member Update July 7, 2020

What's Inside: PPP Loans in Minnesota Initial Survey Findings Lawn Jobs for Minors New Residential Mortgage Relief Upcoming Webinars: Operating Now ServSafe Deal HM In the News In Other News

PPP Loans in Minnesota

The US Department of the Treasury has posted Paycheck Protection Program loan data by state.  Minnesota businesses have received 132 loans  totally more than $5 million. We've compiled a rundown  of the loans to hospitality-related businesses.

Initial Survey Findings

Thanks to everyone who completed our third survey on the economic impact of the pandemic. 280 businesses (171 members; 109 nonmembers) provided information on how business is going for them right now. Early review of the data shows:  Half of respondents indicate their business is still down 50% or more  Half have remained open with limited service; another 26% have re-opened partially; and, 17% have reopened fully  35% have been able to rehire their full staff  67% said fed and state programs had some to significant impact on them  22% said consumer demand is meeting or exceeding capacity (44% say its well below capacity)  36% indicate they are unlikely to make it another 6 months under current conditions (13% indicate they have less than a 3-month window)  65% believe they will need additional support  Respondents also shared feedback about how we can be most helpful. We’ll be taking a close look at that and shaping our advocacy efforts, communications and programming accordingly.

Lawn Jobs for Minors

A change in the law we advocated for has gone into effect . Now, 16 and 17-year old Minnesotans are allowed hold jobs that require them to operate landscaping equipment such as lawn mowers, lawn trimmers and weed cutters.

New Residential Mortgage Relief

31 Minnesota financial institutions have committed to provide  mortgage-relief option s  to customers facing financial hardship caused by COVID-19 for homeowners not covered by the CARES Act. Under this framework, participating financial institutions have agreed to offer a number of relief options.

Upcoming Webinars: Operating Now

Thursday, July 9, 10:00 am: Consumer Attitudes and the "See You Soon" Campaign with Explore Minnesota Pat Simmons and Leann Kispert of Explore Minnesota will discuss consumer attitudes and comfort levels about travel with the risk of COVID-19, the "See You Soon" recovery marketing campaign, and provide you with tools you can use to further build consumer confidence. Investment: $20 Register

Tuesday, July 14, 2:00 pm: Hospitality and COVID-19: Mitigating Health and Legal Risks Join attorneys from Nilan Johnson Lewis discussing safety considerations and legal risks in reopening businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The attorneys will address the following topics: COVID-19: How Did We Get Here? State and Local Regulation Overview Proactive Steps to Protect Employees and Patrons Litigation Risk and the Role of Waivers Investment: $20 Register

Tuesday, July 21 2:00 pm: Making Your Web Presence Work For You David Vinge of Minnesota Web Marketing will share some tips to ensure your web presence works for you in the context of COVID-19. How do you ensure you’re inspiring confidence in your customers and potential customers these days? Investment: $20 Register

Your investment in these programs helps ensure that we can continue to bring you high-caliber speakers and presenters, and a seamless digital experience. Thank you for investing in your business and Hospitality Minnesota.

HM In the News

Hospitality leaders urge renewed commitment to health guidelines amid rising COVID-19 cases | FOX9  Minnesota bars, restaurants asked to closely follow Covid-19 guidelines | KFGO   MN hospitality groups ask bars, restaurants and breweries to follow safety guidelines | Lakeland PBS   Minnesota hospitality organizations ask businesses and public to follow guidelines to avoid another shutdown | West Central Tribune   Bar, restaurant, brewery associations message to their members and the public: follow safety guidelines – our industry’s survival depends on it | KTOE

In Other News

While Twin Cities hotels are struggling, rooms fill on North Shore | Star Tribune  Otto Bremer Trust preparing for second phase of emergency grants, loans | Duluth News Tribune  Some North Shore visitors trashing trails, campsite | Star Tribune  Mankato mask mandate takes effect Friday | Mankato Free Press

Our Member Updates are generally sent to members only. In the interest of public health and the health of our industry, we encourage you to share this update widely. Additional resources can be found on our  website  and through our social media posts on   Facebook , LinkedIn  and  Twitter .

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