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2nd Annual Evergreen Gala May 21st
CLICK HERE for more information on the 2nd Annual Evergreen Gala. A virtual evening supporting area youth in need. Please note that tickets must be purchased by May 17th.
Read MoreSBA Administrator Guzman Announces Application Opening for $28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund
WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman today announced the U.S. Small Business Administration will begin registrations on Friday, April 30, 2021, at 9 a.m. EDT and open applications on Monday, May 3, 2021, at noon EDT for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. The online application will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted. “Restaurants are the core of our neighborhoods…
Read MoreBeltrami County COVID Relief Grants
Please join us in welcoming the newest members to the Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce!
Read MorePaycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness
Did you receive a forgivable Paycheck Protection Program loan? Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) borrowers may be eligible for loan forgiveness if the funds were used for eligible payroll costs, payments on business mortgage interest payments, rent, or utilities during either the 8- or 24-week period after disbursement. Check out the SBA’s new factsheet highlighting the…
Read MoreMinnesota Department of Health Updates Table Size for Restaurants and Bars
Effective today, the Minnesota Department of Health released updated guidance increasing the table size for restaurants and bars. The guidance includes the following specific points: Limits party size in dining rooms to 10 people. Limits party size in bar areas to 4 persons. Requires patrons in all areas to be seated. The change to parties…
Read MoreNew Grant Program for Non-Profit Organizations
Beltrami County announces a new grant program for non-profit organizations – Beltrami County COVID-19 Non-Profit Relief Fund. The funding is part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) funding allocated to the County through directive of Governor Walz, who released $841 million of Federal CARES Act dollars to towns, cities, and…
Read MoreBeltrami County Announces a New Grant Program for Small Businesses
Beltrami County COVID-19 Business Relief Fund. The funding is part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) funding allocated to the County through directive of Governor Walz, who released $841 million of Federal CARES Act dollars to towns, cities, and counties throughout Minnesota through Executive Order. Greater Bemidji, Inc. will be…
Read MoreHRDC Announces Covid-19 Relief Loan Fund
Headwaters Regional Development Commission and Headwaters Regional Finance Corporation are pleased to announce the rollout of our new Covid-19 Relief Loan Fund. This program is the result of a $3.14 million grant from the federal Economic Development Administration and funded by the CARES Act. The purpose is to help businesses that have been negatively impacted…
Read MoreGradual Re-Opening of Indoor Dining, Gyms, Entertainment Venues: June 10th
Limited re-opening of dine-in restaurants, gyms, and entertainment venues can begin on Wednesday, June 10. Occupancy rates will be limited based on risk, with an overall occupancy maximum of 250 people. All critical businesses are required to develop and implement a COVID-19 Preparedness Plan by June 29, and the Department of Health (MDH), Department of…
Read MoreExpanded Patio Space Permit
When Minnesota bars and restaurants reopen June 1, seating will be limited to outdoors and no more than 50 patrons at a time to accommodate social distancing. To help local bars, restaurants, and cafes the Bemidji area, local partner agencies of the Bemidji Alliance, as well as the City of Bemidji officials, are working together…
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