Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance

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The Department of Commerce is working closely with the Kansas Department of Emergency Management (KDEM) to complete the required steps for requesting an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Declaration.  As part of this process, KDEM needs to obtain information from small businesses that have suffered substantial economic injury as a result of the COVID-19 disaster. … Read more

Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

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Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy. Click the Link for more information. https://www.sba.gov/page/guidance-businesses-employers-plan-respond-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19

Combating the Coronavirus Guidance For Employers & Employees To Plan And Respond

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Help prevent workplace exposures to respiratory illnesses, including the Coronavirus, in non-healthcare settings. The guidance also provides planning considerations if there are more widespread, community outbreaks of the Coronavirus from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The guidance is based on what is currently known about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) All information … Read more

Legislative Dialogue

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  CHAMBER TO HOST LEGISLATIVE DIALOGUE March 14, 2020 at Presbyterian Manor  EMPORIA, KAN. –  The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce Government Matters Committee along with the League of Women Voters will host their second Legislative Dialogue for this session on Saturday, March 14, at Presbyterian Manor, 2300 Industrial Rd. Coffee and pastries will be … Read more

Ignite Emporia Community Housing Survey Link

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In December of 2019, Ignite Emporia engaged with RDG Planning & Design of Omaha, NE to complete a comprehensive housing study for Lyon County. As part of that study, community members are invited to take part in an on-line survey that looks at current and future housing needs. We invite you to share your thoughts … Read more