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News from the Office of Economic Development | Vol. 1 No. 30 | September 22, 2020
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Business and Restaurant Requirements During COVID-19
Last month, the Department of Finance and Administrative Services (FAS) sought input on a public health measure that's been in effect since mid-July. The public health measure requires businesses follow state-mandated requirements, including the use of protective face coverings, social distancing and adhering to capacity limits.
Taking public feedback into account, FAS has issued a permanent Director's Rule reinforcing public health measures requiring businesses to follow state-mandated business requirement.
For more information on the business and restaurant requirements during COVID-19, click here.
In-language resources for businesses regarding the rule:
English, Vietnamese, Spanish, Somali, Arabic, Amharic, Korean, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese
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Apply for the Federal CARES Act Small Business Emergency Grant Program
The Seattle Metro Chamber, is working to ensure that $580,000 in federal funding reaches King County small businesses. This is part of the $10 million that Washington state received for small business support from the federal CARES Act.
- Awards of $5,000, $7,500 or $10,000 are available to small businesses within King County
- Enough funds are available to award 60-115 businesses/organizations within King County
- This grant is open to small businesses and 501 (c)(6) non-profit business service organizations (i.e. chambers of commerce, direct marketing organizations, tourism bureaus)
- Priority will be given to applications that fall within these categories:
- Minority and women-owned businesses
- Most impacted industries including: Hospitality and Tourism, Retail, Air Travel, and Aerospace Industries
Applications will close on Monday, September 28, 5:00PM. For more information and to apply, click here.
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Apply now for Build Art Space Equitably (BASE) Program
The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture is now accepting applications for the Build Art Space Equitably (BASE) Program. This program, launched in 2018, responds to growing concerns we have heard from communities of color about gentrification and displacement, and the need to gain capacity in cultural space development for the stabilization, growth, and sustainability of community-led space. For more information, click here.
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South King County Fund
In response to the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our community, the Port of Seattle Commission has added economic development as an additional focus for the South King County Fund.
Proposal principles and eligibility guidelines
- $1 million is available to fund projects in this cycle and requests can be up to $100,000.
- Project outcomes must be related to workforce development, job creation programs, or economic recovery solutions in Port-related industries.
- Proposers must be a nonprofit organization with 501(c)3 or 501(c)6 status or an organization that has a 501(c)3 fiscal sponsor.
- Organizations must demonstrate experience in serving communities in near-airport locations that are most economically-vulnerable and face great challenges.
- Organizations must submit a written proposal and participate in a discussion with the review panel.
Proposals are due Wednesday, September 30, 2020, by 12:00PM. For more information and to apply, click here.
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Are you a black-owned small business effected by the impacts of COVID-19?
Are you in need of direct cash assistance?
In an effort to support and uplift minority owned businesses within King County, Urban League Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) would like to introduce the Black Business Prosperity (BBP) Grant. Our goal is to provide direct cash assistance to black small business owners.
HOW IT WORKS
Four (4) minority business owners will be selected to each receive one (1) grant of $5,000.00 in direct cash assistance
Five (5) minority business owners will be selected to each receive one (1) grant of $1,000.00 in direct cash assistance
Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm PST on Monday, October 12th, 2020
Head to www.UrbanLeague.org to apply!
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New South Park Gateway Welcomes All
The South Park Gateway Project was installed this summer! In 2017, OED's Only in Seattle Grants provided the initial funding to the South Park Merchants Association (SPMA).
SPMA invited CREÄ Affiliates to design a gateway the reflects the many cultures that call the Duwamish Valley home. SPMA and CREÄ conducted a community engagement process that solicited input from children, elders, and community members. As the project became more ambitious additional funding was needed beyond the original OIS award. A Department of Neighborhoods Matching Fund Grant and additional fundraising went towards the gateway. Seattle Department of Transportation's Public Space Team worked with SPMA in the permitting process for the project.
The Welcome to South Park Gate Way celebrates the many cultures and history of the neighborhood, and interior lighting is powered by solar panels. The gate way is located on 14th Ave S and S Director St.
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City announces new project with VividMatterCollective to recreate and properly preserve the Capitol Hill Black Lives Matter Street Mural
Starting Tuesday morning, September 22, the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture (ARTS) and the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) will be collaborating with the original artists from VividMatterCollective to recreate the Black Lives Matter street mural painted during this summer’s protests on Capitol Hill. For more information, click here.
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Take the Census by September 30
Be counted today and for the next ten years. Undercounting in the census impacts our democracy and our ability to have a full voice in policy and decision-making. Be counted to be
represented.
Counting people through the census is how funding is distributed where it’s needed for the next ten years—for things like our schools, affordable housing, hospitals, and public transportation.
Different communities need different resources. The results of the census count show what
resources our community needs. Take the 2020 Census today to ensure that our community gets the resources we need!
Visit 2020Census.gov to complete the census or call 844-330-2020.
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Equity In Contracting Workshop:
How to Get Certified & How to Write a Capabilities Statement
Wednesday, September 23, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Register for Zoom Webinar Here
The City of Tacoma and the Minority Business Development Agency are hosting an Equity in Contracting Workshop. The workshop will go over the types of certifications are needed for government contracts and submitting a competitive application.
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