COVID-19 Business Updates May 29, 2020

We hope that you are staying safe! As information slows down as Forward Virginia occurs, we will not be sending newsletters as frequently. Do not hesitate to contact us if you need something and make sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

If your business needs assistance, please email us at yesjcc@jamescitycountyva.gov or call 757-253-6607.

Free Signage Available for Businesses

The Virginia Department of Health has expanded the business section of their website and added a toolkit of signage available for businesses to print and use. Signage is available in English and Spanish.

Business owners can find a printable sign about wearing masks online. There is also a direct link to the PDF sign.

Free Counseling Available

Business owners can receive 10 hours of free counseling from a new partnership by William & Mary’s CrimDell Small Business Network and the Hampton Roads Small Business Development Council. More information

Reminder: Ribbon Tying Forms Due Today

The Greater Williamsburg Business Council has initiated a new Ribbon Tying campaign to celebrate the reopening efforts of its members. If you would like to participate in the Ribbon Tying campaign, please complete this form. The deadline to complete the form is today at 5 p.m.

Updated Restaurant Guidance

The National Restaurant Association has updated their guidance for restaurants reopening.

Have you applied for a forgivable loan from the Greater Williamsburg Small Business Relief Fund?

The Greater Williamsburg Small Business Relief Fund provides forgivable loans to businesses located in the Greater Williamsburg region and now totals more than $550,000.
More information is available online.
See if you qualify: https://va30dayfund.com

https://www.yesjamescitycountyva.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3751

Forward Virginia: Phase One

The Governor of Virginia has published regulations, guidelines and best practices for a variety of business sectors for Phase One of Forward Virginia. There is also a printable PDF available online. You can find the press release about Phase One online.

Information Resources

For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 in our community, please visit James City County's website.

You can also sign up for updates directly to your inbox from the County.

You may also find information from the Governor of Virginia to be helpful at this time.

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