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 The Henry County Chamber of Commerce, Henry County Development Authority, Henry County Convention & Visitors Bureau and other trusted sources have compiled information to help you learn what resources are available to you as an employer.

CARES Grant Funds Available for Small Businesses

Henry County Announces Individual Assistance

Stockbridge Announces Update for CARES Act Grant Funding for City Businesses

Stockbridge Announces Update for CARES Act Grant Funding for City Businesses

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 Henry County offers reimbursements to local Non-Profit agencies that provide direct assistance to individuals. Although Henry County Government does not award direct assistance to individuals under this program if you are a Henry County individual citizen or family in need of food, rent or mortgage assistance, utility assistance or other COVID-19 related negative impacts, you may be eligible for assistance under one of the following Non-Profits (check back as new agencies are added after they are approved at each Board of Commissioners meeting). Each Non-Profit Awardee serves different needs, so please visit their websites to determine your eligibility or for more information.

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Stockbridge Announces Update for CARES Act Grant Funding for City Businesses

Stockbridge Announces Update for CARES Act Grant Funding for City Businesses

Stockbridge Announces Update for CARES Act Grant Funding for City Businesses

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 Starting immediately, the City of Stockbridge will now accept online submissions from City businesses that previously received funding from the CARES Act Grant Funding from entities other than the City of Stockbridge; thus, businesses that may have previously received a Small Relief Grant or Paycheck Protection Program funding are eligible to apply for City of Stockbridge funds.

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Resources and Updates on COVID-19

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University System of Georgia to require masks in classrooms after all

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

The University System of Georgia announced late Monday it will require students and faculty to wear face coverings in classrooms and other campus facilities if social distancing can’t be done, a reversal of its prior position that faced widespread criticism. 

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COVID-19 Downloads

HELPFUL SUMMARIES OF COVID-19 INFORMATION 

Chamber_of_Commerce Unified Standards Guide for Employees (pdf)Download
Congress Passes Bill Amending Paycheck Protection Program (pdf)Download
georgias_k-12_recovery_plan (pdf)Download
Spatial Strategies for Restaurants in Response to COVID-19_ (pdf)Download
uscc_ppp_forgiveness-guide (pdf)Download
Georgia Restaurant Association + National Restaurant Association _ COVID19 Reopening Guidance (pdf)Download
Guide-to-Conquering-a-Business-Crisis (pdf)Download
Governor's Statewide Shelter In Place Handout (pdf)Download
SBA-Loan-Overview: CARES Act, PPP, & EDIL (pdf)Download
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Stockbridge Offices to Remain Closed to Public Through July 3, 2020

June 26 - As a COVID-19 precaution, offices of the City of Stockbridge will remain physically closed off to the public through July 3, 2020. Staff will continue to perform work duties and physically report to offices Monday through Friday. Friday, July 3, 2020 is the recognized holiday for Independence Day; thus, staff will not be in the office on the designated City 

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KEEPING COMMUNITIES SAFE - CDC provides guidance to keep people safe

May 14 - The Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) released guidance for reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic for specific industries and communities. Listed below are links to the new guidelines by category detailed on the CDC website:

Travel

Community Events

Schools & Child Care

Retirement Communities

Businesses & Employers

First Responders & Law Enforcement

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Henry County Administration Building to Re-open May 18

 May 13, 2020 – The Henry County Administration building and several other facilities will be opening to the public on May 18, 2020, and a plan is in place to reopen additional county facilities over the next several weeks.

It was in mid-March when county facilities were closed to the public and many county employees switched to a teleworking schedule amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

The County Administration Building located at 140 Henry Parkway will open to the public beginning May 18 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Those entering the building are required to wear a face covering, have their temperature checked with a forehead thermometer, and will be required to adhere to social distancing guidelines. Employees are already complying with these requirements. 

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Ga. governor offers executive orders to help parents, restaurant owners during pandemic

 May 12, 2020 – Governor  Kemp issued an executive order allowing an expansion of dine-in services for restaurants if business owners wish. The state will now allow 10 patrons per 300 square feet of public space and will increase the party size per table from six to 10 people.  

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"5-Minute Small Business Update" Newsletter Launched by SBDC

 May 12, 2020 – The Small Business Development Center launched a weekly “5-Minute Small Business Update” newsletter which provides relevant news highlights as well as resources and guidance for small businesses who are working to grow their way out of the current pandemic.  The newsletter announces upcoming webinars geared toward pandemic and post-pandemic management and growth strategies in the areas of business finance, human resource management, sales and marketing.  

Week 3 Issue

Commissioners Formally Request Additional Testing Sites for Henry County

 

May 7, 2020 –The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution at the May 5 regular commission meeting to request that the District 4 Department of Public Health (DPH) open additional COVID-19 testing sites throughout the county.

The resolution details that as of May 5, 2020, there have been 542 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Henry County, 14 total deaths caused by COVID-19, and that Henry County has more confirmed cases of COVID-19 than any other county within the District 4 Public Health region.

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Stockbridge City Council Encourages Citizens to Remain Compliant & Announces Virtual Town Hall

Stockbridge, Georgia- April 22, 2020- Members of the Stockbridge City Council continue to remain deeply concerned about the impact of the COVID-19 on all citizens. The Council is highly encouraging both residents and visitors to seriously comply with the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

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Governor Issues Order Allowing Certain Businesses to Re-open

Governor Kemp announced on Monday, April 20, that certain businesses can reopen this week. Fitness Centers, bowling alleys, body art studios, barbers, hair and nail salons, and massage therapy businesses can reopen as early as Friday, April 24. Theaters and restaurants will be allowed to open on Monday, April 27, while bars and night clubs willremain closed for now. 

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U. S. Chamber of Commerce Launches Small Business Fund

 The Save Small Business Fund is a grantmaking initiative offering short-term relief for small employers in the United States and its territories.  Funded by corporate and philanthropic partners, the Save Small Business Fund is a collective effort to provide $5,000 grants to as many small employers as possible. 

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Ameris Bank Provides Comparison for SBA COVID-19 Disaster Loans

 Ameris Bank offers a quick comparison of the SBA Disaster Loans, EDIL and PPP, and guidance that walks you through the application process.  

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COVID-19 Numbers Now Updating Twice Daily

 ATLANTA – The number of test results being reported to the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is increasing as more labs are able to test for Covid-19. Additionally, test results are coming in at various times throughout the day from commercial labs.  

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SBDC Provides Overview of SBA COVID-19 Relief Programs

 The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center is teaming up with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs and the Georgia Department of Economic Development to provide the small businesses of Georgia with vital information and assistance during this time of need. They will be hosting 12 regional webinars to answer your questions and provide support.  

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From Piedmont Henry Hospital CMO, Dr. Will Watkins

Letter to the Editor

  

May 21, 2020. Piedmont Henry Hospital admitted its first COVID-19 positive patient in the middle of March. In just over two months, the hospital, like nearly every other organization in the world, has made some significant changes in order to operate safely during this pandemic. 

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SBA COVID_19 Economic Relief Program Video Update

April 1, 2020  

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted SBA Administrator Ashley D. Bell and Director of Government Guaranteed Lending for Synovus Joseph Shuford to provide a detailed overview of the economic injury relief programs available to small businesses.

Additional Business Resources

GA Department of Public Health counts COVID-19 cases in Henry County

GA Department of Public Health counts COVID-19 cases in Henry County

The Small Business Administration (SBA) 

  • Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources  
  • Disaster Relief Assistance 

US Chamber www.uschamber.com/coronavirus 

  • US Chamber Coronavirus Response Toolkit

Georgia Chamber

  • www.gachamber.com/COVID-19
  • SBA Conference Call UPDATE: Call moved to Tuesday, March 31, 2020. For information on joining this important update about the recently passed rescue pakage, visit https://www.gachamber.com/covid19/

GA Department of Public Health counts COVID-19 cases in Henry County

GA Department of Public Health counts COVID-19 cases in Henry County

GA Department of Public Health counts COVID-19 cases in Henry County

The data represents confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported to the Georgia Department of Public Health:  

  • Coronavirus cases 


FEMA Coronavirus Rumor Control

  • The purpose of this FEMA page is to help the public distinguish between rumors and facts regarding the response to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Rumors can easily circulate within communities during a crisis, stay informed with our updated myth vs. facts related to the federal (COVID-19) response.

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Businesses should also:

GA Department of Public Health counts COVID-19 cases in Henry County

Other tips for businesses

  • Hold larger meetings virtually, to the extent possible.
  • Arrange the workspace to optimize the distance between employees, ideally at least six feet apart.
  • Urge high-risk employees to stay home.
  • Urge employees to stay home when they are sick and maximize flexibility in sick leave benefits.
  • Follow      DPH guidance for community events and groups.      It is recommended that gatherings of more than 50 people be postponed or      canceled.

Other tips for businesses

Other tips for businesses

Other tips for businesses

  • Reinforce good hand hygiene tips and other common-sense precautions with employees and patrons.
  • Review policies and procedures for remote or teleworking where possible.
  • Cross-train employees for key functions so that daily schedules can continue relatively uninterrupted by potential employee absences.
  • Review absenteeism policies to make sure employees are not being encouraged to come to work if they are sick.
  • Establish a relationship with your local health department and communicate with them if you have any questions or concerns about coronavirus disease 2019      (COVID-19).
  • Review CDC recommendations for cleaning practices.
  • Work to make sure fear and anxiety don't lead to social stigma toward any employees.
  • Make sure you are getting reliable information from sources      like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and DPH.

Contact COVID-19 Hotline

Other tips for businesses

Contact COVID-19 Hotline

The State of Georgia has a new COVID-19 hotline. If you believe that you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the novel coronavirus, please contact your primary care doctor, an urgent care clinic, or your local federally qualified healthcare center. Please do not show up unannounced at an emergency room or health care facility.

Hotline: (844) 442-2681

Utilities

Other tips for businesses

Contact COVID-19 Hotline

Georgia Power

Central Georgia EMC

Snapping Shoals EMC

Henry County Water Authority

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