Last Updated: May 19, 2020

City of Pleasanton COVID-19 Information

Announcements

Alameda County Health Office Order-May 18, 2020 | Summary of Major Changes Retail stores are now able to open for curbside or storefront pick-up and/or delivery only. See Appendix C-1 for specific guidelines as retail stores must implement measures to prevent blocking pedestrian access or causing vehicle congestion while picking up goods.

• Social Distancing Protocol Requirement-April 29, 2020 | Required Face Covering Sign
• California Industry Guidance for Retail
• Other businesses included in the revised Order to begin operating include manufacturing, logistics and warehousing facilities

Pleasanton Business Assistance Program

On April 15, the Pleasanton City Council approved a Business Assistance Program to support businesses affected by COVID-19. The program is built around Communications and Promotion, Transient Occupancy Tax Penalties Waiver for hotels, City Utilities Penalties Waiver and Deposit Deferral, and a Business Support Fund. The Business Support Fund program sets aside approximately $3 million dollars to provide zero-interest, unsecured, short-term loans of $2,500-$2,900 to eligible independently, locally owned micro-enterprises, restaurants and retail businesses.

Learn more about the Business Support Fund

Business Support Fund Summary | Frequently Asked Questions

COVID-19 Scams & Fraud Schemes

Calls, emails, or other communications offering COVID-19 related grants or payments requesting personal financial information, advance fees, charges, including the purchase of gift cards are likely scams.  Report any suspected fraud to Office of Inspector General Hotline at 800-767-0385 or online.

Resources for Businesses 

U.S. Federal | California State-Level Support 

• Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers (CDC)

Federal Resources

• Small Business Administration (SBA) is  working with state Governors to provide low-interest loans to small businesses and nonprofits that have been severely impacted by COVID-19. 
• Federal Disaster Loan Assistance – Declaration Details
• U.S Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship | Small Business Owners Guide to the CARES Act
• SBA Guidance for Businesses and Employers | SBA Coronavirus Relief Options

Federal Programs | Loans

SBA Coronavirus Relief Options

• Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) | EIDL Loan Advance Portal currently closed as of 4/16/2020 for NEW APPLICANTS. Applications received prior to 4/16/2020 are being reviewed by SBA. Applicants who have already submitted their applications will continue to be processed on a first come, first serve basis. Those that applied prior to March 29 are directed to re-apply. The application portal has been re-opened for ONLY those that applied prior to March 29 and NEW agricultural businesses. For submitted application inquiries, call SBA Disaster Office at (800) 659-2955.

• Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) FAQs | Questions regarding the Paycheck Protection Program fund availability can be directed to your SBA-approved 7(a) lender. 

• US Department of Treasury Information on PPP| Find a Lender
• SBA Express Bridge Loans (EBL)
• Debt Relief for Businesses with SBA Guaranteed Loans

State Resources

• California Pandemic Road Map 6 Indicators for Modifying Stay-at-Home Order
• Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development Employer & Employee Information | California Small Business FAQ | California State Treasurer COVID-19 Small Biz Resource List
• California Small Business Development Center COVID-19 | Small Business Update 5.4.2020 | Webinar Channel
• Employment Development Department (EDD) | OnwardCA One-Stop Resource for those impacted by job loss
• Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) for those ineligible for regular State UI

State Programs | Loans 

• California Small Business Disaster Relief Loan Guarantee Program - IBANK Available only if ineligible for EIDL or PPP funds. Apply with approved lender.
• California Small Business Relief Payment Plan 12-month interest-free payment plan for up to $50k in sales and use tax liability.

County | Local Support 

• Alameda County Small Business Development Center One-on-One Advising | Email ACSBDC@ohlone.edu to request an advisor.
• East Bay Economic Development Alliance 

• Job Loss & COVID-19 Health and Unemployment Insurance Resources
• City of Pleasanton Business Support Fund
• Recommendations on how to Safely Resume Water Use After Shutdown
• How to Stay Safe and Support Pleasanton Small Businesses

Career and Job Seeking Assistance

• Tri-Valley Career Center Virtual Assistance for Small Businesses | Job Seekers
• Alameda County Workforce Development Board Rapid Response for Job Loss
• Who is Hiring Tri Valley Connect | LinkedIn

• RebootAccel helps connect women with jobs through online resources, ReBootAccel Job Board, and free coaching ranging from resume or LinkedIn tips and personal inventory to crafting your elevator pitch and refining interview skills.

Other Resources

• Community & Private Sector Funded Business Grants
• Opportunity Fund | Small Business Relief Fund aims to raise support for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 crisis — especially those run by women, people of color and immigrants. 

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