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Boulder Business Response and Recovery Alliance
To best serve and support the Boulder community during COVID-19,
these community organizations have formed the Boulder Business Response and Recovery Alliance.
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Special thank you to the volunteer support to the Alliance, including communications consulting from MAPR.agency.
Business Resources
Safer-at-Home Compliance Resources
All signs can be printed at 8.5” x 11”. Please do a self-check using the checklist and display this sign in your window.
- Mask signage for businesses (Masks highly recommended/Masks required for unvaccinated individuals) View and download
- Mask signage for businesses (Masks not required if vaccinated/Please wear a mask) View and download
- General Best Practices ENGLISH - https://bit.ly/genericEN
- General Best Practices SPANISH - https://bit.ly/genericSPAN
- Construction worksite safety ENGLISH - https://bit.ly/ConstENG
- Construction worksite safety SPANISH - https://bit.ly/ConstSPAN
- Restaurants ENGLISH - https://bit.ly/RestENG
- Restaurants SPANISH - https://bit.ly/RestSPAN
- Signage is created based on the guidance provided by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
Government Updates & Announcements
The Federal Government has implemented several “phases” of response to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.
- Phase 1: An $8.3 billion bill focused on the initial outbreak.
- PROGRAM: ~$3 billion for research and development for a vaccine, $2.2 billion for public health programs, $1 billion for medical supplies and other emergency measures, and authorization for SBA loans suffering from COVID-19 impacts.
- STATUS: Signed into law on March 6, 2020
- Phase 2: “The Families First Coronavirus Response Act.” A $104 billion bill focused on paid leave and unemployment benefits.
- PROGRAM: The phase two package includes free coronavirus testing, expanded funding for food security programs, increased funding for Medicaid and state unemployment insurance, and paid sick, family and medical leave for workers at companies with 500 employees or fewer.
- STATUS: Signed into law. Passed the US Senate on March 18, 2020 after passing the US House. You can read a full summary of all of the provisions by clicking here »
- Phase 3: A $2 trillion package supporting businesses and states.
- PROGRAM: This is a large federal relief program including hundreds of billions of dollars dedicated to small business loans, a $1,200 paycheck to most American adults, billions for corporate stock purchases, and more.
- STATUS: Signed into law
- Phase 4: A $900 billion relief package including support for individuals and businesses.
- STATUS: Signed into law
- What You Need to Know about the Latest Relief Package Passed by Congress Read more
Business Loans and Financial Assistance
Updates
Boulder County has extended the application deadline for the Small Business Grant Program to February 19. View eligibility rules and apply here
- NOTE: Per state legislation, ONLY restaurants, bars (including breweries, wineries, distilleries), caterers, movie theaters, and gyms or recreation centers are eligible to apply.
Grants (Please note: some grants may now be closed to applications)
- Energize Colorado Gap Fund
- Boulder Community Health COVID-19 Response Fund
- COVID-19 Response Fund Boulder County
- Downtown Boulder Employee Assistance Fund
- Elevations Community Relief Fund
- Creative Neighborhoods: COVID-19 Works Projects
- Boulder Phil Musicians Relief Fund
- Out Boulder County LGBTQ Direct Aid Application
Industry Specific Resources
City of Boulder Support Programs
- January 2021: The City of Boulder has extended its Boulder Business Recovery program through October 31 or until indoor dining restrictions are lifted, whichever is sooner. Read more
- City of Boulder Creating a Designated, Signed Curbside Pick-up Zone Program to Support Businesses Learn more
- > View Right of Way Access Webinar Here (for questions, contact boulderbusinessrecovery@bouldercolorado.gov)
Boulder County Guidance
- Boulder County: COVID-19 Updates for Retail Food Establishments
- Curbside Pickup Guidance for Boulder County
State of Colorado Guidance and Funding Programs
- Tax Relief for Restaurants, Bars, and Food Trucks
- May 25 Statewide Restaurant Guidance
- Colorado Department of Revenue: Alcohol To-Go and Delivery Rules Announced
Partner Support Programs
- Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau: Restaurants with Curbside, Delivery or To-Go Service
- Downtown Boulder Partnership: Local Business and Event Updates - Love the Local
- Gyftco - an online platform for purchasing gift cards online from local restaurants and retailers
Resources
- Sample face covering script for businesses
- Business Signage
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- ENGLISH - https://bit.ly/RestENG
- SPANISH - https://bit.ly/RestSPAN
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- PPE and other resource guidance available at
For Business Owners
- Persado: COVID-19 Language and Communication Resource Center
- The DeBerry Group: Coronavirus - How to Manage Your Communications (Examples and Tips)
- Twenty Over Ten: 3 Critical Website Updates to Make in the Wake of the Coronavirus
- Small Business Trends: 25 Ways to Stay in Touch with Customers During Coronavirus Pandemic
For Employees
- Bamboo HR: Creative Ways to Keep Remote Employees Engaged
- National LGBT Chamber of Commerce and Colorado LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce: Work-from-home tips and best practices
- Boulder Transportation Connections: Contact info@bouldertc.org for assistance implementing and/or refining your telework plans, online trainings on video conferencing tools such as Google Hangouts and Zoom, and guidance or suggestions on your new policies. Take their Remote Work Survey here
- Google Hangouts Tutorial
- Zoom Tutorial
General Resources
COVID-19 Virus Info
General
- City of Boulder COVID-19 FAQs
- City of Boulder: Information about COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus)
- Boulder County: COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus)
Testing
- Boulder County Community COVID-19 Testing Sites Map
- Please note: The testing site at 1200 Lashley in Longmont will be closed due to low turnout. Read more
Vaccines
- Boulder County has created a vaccine notification system, where residents can sign up to be alerted when COVID-19 vaccines are available for their priority group. Sign up to receive notifications here
- Boulder County Vaccination Information
Individual Assistance
Boulder County Public Health: COVID-19
Boulder County: Resources for those affected by COVID-19 (includes housing, financial assistance and childcare resources)
211colorado.org 2-1-1 Colorado is a confidential and multilingual service connecting people across the State of Colorado to vital resources in their local community. 2-1-1 serves as one central location where people can access over 7,500 health and human service resources. Callers may experience long wait times, as demand for information is high. 2-1-1 Colorado is hiring in order to reduce wait times and meet Coloradans’ needs. 2-1-1 provides navigation services to resources such as:
- Housing, including shelters and transitional services.
- Rent and utility assistance.
- Applying for SNAP benefits by phone.
- Childcare.
- Food/meals.
- Transportation.
- Clothing/personal/household needs.
- Mental health and substance use disorders.
- Employment.
- Education.
- Medical clinics.
- Dental clinic.
- Other government/economic services.
Community News
August
- To protect health and support continued in-person learning in PK-12 schools and childcare settings, Boulder County Public Health issued Public Health Order 2021-07 requiring facial coverings. Read more
- Masks are strongly recommended in all indoor settings. View Boulder County's FAQ page for clarification or download a signage kit for your business
May
Boulder County is now operating at LEVEL CLEAR. Read more
Boulder County has updated its mask order. Read summary
April
Boulder County has implemented its own dial framework as of April 16. The county will now operate at Level Blue. Read more
BOCO Five Star Certified businesses have approval to operate in Level Clear under Boulder County's new dial framework. Learn more and apply
February
Boulder County moves to Level Yellow Read more
January
Boulder County Small Business Grant Program is now open for applications, January 8-29, 2021. View eligibility rules and apply
- NOTE: Per state legislation, ONLY restaurants, bars (including breweries, wineries, distilleries), caterers, movie theaters, and gyms or recreation centers are eligible to apply.
January 29: CDPHE has approved Boulder County's application to operate a 5 Star program in the county. Read the latest update | Go to the BOCO 5 Star Website | Sign up for the informational webinar on February 5
Boulder County Moves to Level Orange, Effective Jan. 4 2021 Read more
Colorado News
July
Governor Polis ends health emergency declaration in Colorado Read more
April
Governor Polis has amended and extended the statewide mask order, which did not change the status in Boulder County at this time for indoor spaces - Executive Order D 2021 079. Boulder County Public Health has updated the Boulder County Facial Covering Order to align with the Colorado Face Covering Order by continuing to require facial coverings in indoor public spaces at all times, but no longer requiring face coverings when outdoors.
COVID-19 Video Resources
Boulder Chamber Video Highlights
- All
- Lunch & Learn
- Chamber Chat
- BCPH
- NWCA
Boulder SBDC Videos
- All
- Business Crisis Guides
- Weekend Tips
Boulder Business Response and Recovery Alliance
To best serve and support the Boulder community during COVID-19,
these community organizations have formed the Boulder Business Response and Recovery Alliance.
Boulder Chamber
We build community through business.
COVID-19 Business Resources: www.BoulderChamber.com/covid19
COVID19 Small Business Relief Fund:
www.BoulderChamber.com/covid19sbrf
COVID-19 Video Coverage - https://www.youtube.com/boulderchamber
Boulder Area Business Response Group - Join us!
COVID19 Weekly Update - Sign up here
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