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August 2021
Volume XI Episode 4
Welcome to the Business Scene Newsletter -- providing bimonthly updates to Camarillo business owners, managers, and others interested in economic development in Camarillo.

In this edition we:

  • Provide information on a $10,000 grant through the County of Ventura
  • Describe an ordinance banning expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam)
  • Share a link to the 40th Annual Wings Over Camarillo Air Show
  • Promote available job opportunities at Camarillo Businesses
  • Highlight the City of Camarillo's Business Recovery Loan Program
  • Let you know about CA's newest round of relief grants for businesses
  • Share upcoming business webinars by local organizations
County of Ventura's COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant
Sign up on August 19th!
Businesses and nonprofits may be eligible for a $10,000 grant through the County of Ventura’s fourth COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant Program.

This grant is available for businesses that did not receive a grant during any of the County’s previous business grant programs, and that are within the eligibility parameters found on the grant website.

Applications open on August 19 at 8:00 am and end September 2 at 6:00 pm.

Click the button below to learn about the grant ahead of time, or come back on the 19th to apply.
Effective January 1, 2022, the City of Camarillo will prohibit the use of expanded polystyrene (EPS) food and beverage containers.
This Ordinance will prohibit food providers from distributing EPS, and also would ban both the sale and distribution of any EPS food packaging, containers and food service ware. Resources, Hardship Exemption Applications, and the Ordinance, which outlines the full list of definitions and exemptions, are available at www.cityofcamarillo.org/EPSBan. 
The 40th Annual Wings Over Camarillo Air Show
August 21 and August 22
Photo Credit: Big Al Photography
This family-friendly, old-time barnstorming air show features thrilling aerobatics, a classic car show and parade, and hands-on learning at the STEM Pavilion.
Camarillo Biotech Business Makes the News

Camarillo’s PBS Biotech received $10 Million from investment bank BroadOak Capital Partners. Read more on that here.
Looking for a Job? Is Your Business Hiring?

Camarillo businesses are hiring! If you know of someone looking for their next job please share our City's website with them. Additionally, If you work at a Camarillo business that is hiring please visit our website for more information about posting your job.
The City of Camarillo can aid small businesses that have been affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic with loans at 4.25% that range from $10,000 to $50,000. In partnership with the Economic Development Collaborative, this new loan fund is designed to assist business owners with either overcoming issues or business growth.

If you need additional capital, the EDC is happy to assist you.
Women's Economic Ventures (WEV) also has a forgivable loan and coaching program that is accepting applications for loans from $5,000 - $10,000 that will turn into grants upon borrower's completion of a 10 hour training program. This program is only available for BIPOC business owners. For more information please visit WEV's website at: https://www.wevonline.org/loans-2/forgivable-loan-program/
New Round of CA Relief Grant
The State of California is opening its Relief Grant up to new applicants. Apply from Thursday, September 9th through Thursday, September 30th.

Learn about eligibility for this grant that could range from $5,000 - $25,000 and apply when the application opens up by visiting www.CAReliefGrant.com
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