We know the uncertainty of this challenging time is frustrating and unsettling. During the current COVID-19 State of Emergency, we are in direct contact with Miami-Dade County and the State of Florida to offer important information and resources to help business owners and residents.
Florida Help for Small Business Owners
Emergency Bridge Loan Program
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mall business owners with two to 100 employees located in Florida affected by COVID-19 can apply for short-term loans up to $50,000. These loans are interest-free for up to one year and are designed to bridge the gap to either federal SBA loans or commercially available loans.
Small Business Guidance and Loan Resources
What guidelines should small business owners follow to keep themselves and their employees healthy and safe? What resources are available to gain access to capital? The U.S. Small Business Administration has produced this comprehensive guide to both.
Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Wants You to Know
Your County Water and Sewer Department wants you to know there is plenty of fresh, healthy tap water available during this time; no need to stock up on bottled water. What's more, they've instituted measures to ensure that every customer has access, even if service had been disconnected. We all can do our part to make sure the system runs smoothly by paying attention to a few simple rules. Read more here:
What FPL is Doing
Florida Power and Light says it is ready to handle this emergency and is offering tools to help conserve energy during this time of heavy usage. The utility also is suspending disconnections at lease through the end of March. What's more, you can connect to FPL if you need assistance through this period, or if you can help others in our community who could use it.
