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June 16, 2020
USACE Virtual Briefing on Miami-Dade Back Bay Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study
Did you miss  U.S. Army Corps of Engineers  (USACE) virtual meeting on the Miami-Dade Back Bay Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study yesterday? We've got good news— we recorded the meeting for you to view and also saved their presentation for your review .

USACE is conducing this study to examine the impacts of and potential responses to storm-surge damage in Miami-Dade County. The study examines coastal and inland areas that are at risk from coastal-storm flooding and sea-level rise, which includes Cutler Bay.

The public is encouraged to submit comments on the Miami-Dade Back Bay Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study by email to  MDBB-CSRMStudy@usace.army.mil  or visit  http://arcg.is/fm0Xe . Comments may also be sent by mail to: Ms. Justine Woodward, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, 803 Front St., Norfolk, VA 23510.  The deadline for all comments is July 20.

Miami-Dade County Offering Small Business Loan
Miami-Dade County approved to fund $25 Million for a revolving loan program for small businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19. Although the program is not yet accepting applications, you may visit their website and join the mailing list to receive updates on the program. Here are some of the requirements businesses must meet to apply:

Businesses must:
  • Operate in Miami-Dade County
  • Be in operation for at least two years
  • Have gross sales of less than $2,000,000
  • Have 25 or fewer employees/independent contractors

Owners must:
  • Live in Miami-Dade County
  • Have a Credit Score greater than 575
  • Have 20% or more ownership/stake in the business
  • Have not had any bankruptcies or foreclosures in the past three years.