Business Financing, COVID-19 General Support, Disaster Planning
New Coronavirus relief provisions were signed into law on December 27, 2020. This training webinar will cover key elements of the legislation with a focus on the new round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP loans) and the application process: Areas covered:
SBA Debt relief and other programs
EIDL & EIDL Advance
Special lending accessibility in the new legislation for certain businesses
Update on PPP eligibility, where/how to prepare and apply, and key changes to the PPP
Preparation for loan forgiveness
Where to get additional help
Technical assistance providers for bi-lingual and underserved small businesses are encouraged to attend. Businesses, especially those in hardest hit segments -- this is for you!
When: Friday, January 8th
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am
Registration Deadline: 1/8/21 10:00 am
Fee: $0 - no fee
If your business pays State B&O tax, KDP can offer the Main Street Tax Credit (referred to as the B&O tax credit).. Participating businesses receive a 75% tax credit on your B&O tax liability for contributions made to the KDP via the Dept of Revenue.
The contribution can also be taken as a tax deduction as a charitable donation in the year its made. This is a great way to keep your tax dollars in the community!
We would welcome opportunity to share details; please contact Executive Director, Gaila Haas HEREMore about how it works HERE
Crime Reporting: If your business or personal property has experienced crimes including theft, vandalism, trespassing, drug activity or other, please complete a police report. It is important to follow through with a report; here's why:
Police track 'hot spots' based on police reports and prioritize patrols accordingly. If crimes are not reported, police are not aware of them, thus not tracking them.
If a suspect is apprehended, police may be able to link the crime based on reports.
Be sure to include photos, video, license plates, etc. if available.
If it is not reported, there is no way to follow up.
Trespass Agreement: Police encourage businesses to file an agreement. The purpose of this authority is to prevent criminal activity including trespassing, loitering, vandalism, theft, illegal drug trafficking and prostitution with may at your business. Via this agreement, officers may act on your behalf to arrest and/or trespass violators when deemed appropriate.
KDP's Safety and Security Committee meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 9:00 am. Kent Police Commanders and Patrol Division attend these meetings providing a great opportunity to share challenges, get updates on downtown activity and have Q&A.
We encourage you to consider attending. We currently meet via Zoom; please email us HERE if you would like to receive the link.
The City of Kent's social media team would love to hear from small downtown businesses who want to be a part of their social media efforts.
Businesses should email the City staff directly with your info. Please cc: both below
