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Executive Order Suspends Documentary Stamps for SBA Loans
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-95, directing the Department of Revenue to issue an emergency order suspending taxation imposed under Chapter 201, Florida Statutes, for notes and other written obligations made pursuant to Title I of the CARES Act. In short, the Governor’s order allows employers receiving money from the federal CARES Act to use the full dollar amount to pay their rent and help their employees. A copy of the Executive Order is provided below. STATE OF
Governor Issues Unemployment Assistance and Foreclosure and Eviction Moratorium
On April 2, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-93, directing the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and other executive agencies to take necessary actions to improve DEO’s Reemployment Assistance Program. The Governor also issued Executive Order 20-94, providing targeted, temporary relief from certain mortgage foreclosures and evictions for 45 days, without relieving an individual’s obligation to make mortgage payments and rent payments. PDF copies of the Executive Orders are below
Orange County News Conference-4/1/2020 Synopsis
The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Orange County continues to grow. According to the latest numbers from the Florida Department of Health, the County is approaching more than 400 cases of COVID-19. The model, shown below, from the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluations, predicts that the state’s peak in COVID-19 cases will be at the end of April or the beginning of May. When the peak is reached, the state anticipates more than 170 deaths per day statewide – equating to nearly 7,000 deaths in
Orange County COVID-19 Updates
Take the Stay-at-Home Order Seriously · By mandate of Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings, a Stay-At-Home Order is in effect in Orange County until April 9. The County is working with its partners at the Florida Department of Transportation and the Central Florida Expressway Authority to share information with our residents on the road about this. · “While it’s encouraging to see people outside exercising and observing social distancing measures, we still have too many unnecessary people
Top Takeaways to Remember: COVID-19-March 26, 2020
Effective March 27, 2020, the Orange County Government Administration building is closed. Residents will still be able to reach many County services online and via phone. For more information, dial 311 or chat with a representative online (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Currently, there are 110 confirmed cases of COVID-19 that have been reported in Orange County – with four deaths. This number has doubled in the past two days. One of Orange County Fire Rescue’s firefighters has also tested positive for COVID-19.
CARES Act Sent to President for Signature-Employee Paycheck Protection Included
The Keeping American Workers Paid and Employed Act: Creates the Paycheck Protection Program, a nearly $350 billion program to provide eight weeks of cash-flow assistance to small businesses through 100 percent federally guaranteed loans to employers who maintain their payroll during this emergency. If employers maintain their payroll, the loans would be forgiven, which would help workers to remain employed and affected small businesses and our economy to quickly snap-back after the crisis. Allows the
Governor Issues Two New Executive Orders-Travel from New York Region and 65 and Older Guidance
MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Press FROM: Helen Aguirre Ferré, Director of Communications, Governor Ron DeSantis DATE: March 24, 2020 RE: Executive Orders 20-82 and 20-83 Good evening: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-82, directing all persons who enter the State of Florida from an area with substantial community spread, to include the New York Tri-State Area (Connecticut, New Jersey and New York), to isolate or
Stay At Home Order Issued by Orange County Mayor
Stay at Home to Flatten The Curve: Orange County Issues ‘Stay At Home,’ Order Effective March 26, 2020: FAQs24 March, 2020 Public Health & Safety Share Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has ordered all non-essential retail and commercial businesses to close and all residents to stay home from non-essential travel. This order will take effect at 11 p.m. on Thursday, March 26 and will continue for two weeks until April 9 at 11 p.m. The order means that the entirety of Orange County is ordered to
Career Source Central Florida-Valuable Information
Motasha Williams our Business Coordinator at Career Source Central Florida Shared the FollowingDear Community and Business Partner, CareerSource Central Florida continues monitoring the COVID-19 health crisis and identifying all resources available for businesses during this time. Below please find a summary of all available resources for businesses that have been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis: Disaster Assistance ResourcesThe U.S. Small Business Administration provides low-interest disaster loans to
Top Takeaways from 3/22 2020 Orange County News Conference
As of March 22, 2020, there were 33 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Orange County. Drive-Through Testing Sites The opening of drive-through testing sites is important to all of us, as testing is the key to perfecting our response and mitigation plans. One testing site will be at the parking lot near the Orange County Convention Center and is slated to open on Wednesday, March 25. That said, there are certain criteria to follow in order to qualify for testing, including you must be 65 years+ and
Supplies Needed-St. Cloud Regional Medical Center
Community Partners,As the nation continues to take steps towards managing the ongoing COVID-19 senario. Locally, St Cloud Regional Medical Center is taking proactive steps to prepare for the protection of patients, our caregivers and the community. It is no surprise that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which is equipment designed to protect workers from hazards, has become a nationwide shortage issue. We wanted to reach out to our local community partners that may have PPE on hand at their business,
Governor DeSantis Suspends On-Premises Food and Alcohol Service Statewide
Governor Issues Executive Order Suspending On-Premises Food and Alcohol Consumption at all RestaurantsToday, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-71, directing all restaurants and food establishments within the State of Florida to suspend on-premises food and alcohol consumption for customers. The listed establishments may, however, operate their kitchens for the purpose of providing delivery or take-out services. This Executive Order lifts the restriction that prohibits a specially licensed
SBA OFFERS DISASTER ASSISTANCE FOR FLORIDA SMALL BUSINESSES
NEWS RELEASEPRESS OFFICE Release Date: March 18, 2020 Release Number: 20-289, FL 16353 Contact: Michael Lampton (404) 331-0333 Michael.Lampton@sba.gov www.sba.gov/newsFollow us on Twitter, Facebook, Blogs & Instagram SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Florida Small Businesses Economically Impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Florida small businesses
Narcoossee Road Windening Update
The Schedule for Narcoossee Road Widening Changes **UPDATED**An update from Quest Corporation of America on the Narcoossee Road Widening and Improvements project Nighttime lane closures are scheduled to begin on Narcoossee Road between the Central Florida Greenway (SR-417) and the Beachline Expressway (SR-0528) March 15. **WORK RESCHEDULED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 5TH** Drivers should expect single lanes closures Sunday through Thursday beginning at 9 p.m. Northbound lane closures are allowed until 6 a.m. and
SBA Disaster Assistance Loan Information
Latest Update for SBA Disaster Assistance Loans SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance will coordinate with the state’s or territory’s Governor to submit the request for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance. Once a declaration is made for designated areas within a state, the information on the application process for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance will be made available to all affected communities as well as updated on our website: SBA.gov/disaster. For additional information, please contact
Reemployment Assistance Available
Reemployment Assistance is Available-Whether an employer or employee, you need to know.Reemployment AssistanceGovernor DeSantis reminded Floridians that if their employment has been negatively impacted because of mitigation efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19, these Floridians may be eligible to receive Reemployment Assistance. Individuals who are eligible for Reemployment Assistance may include: Those who are quarantined by a medical professional or a government agency, Those who are laid off or sent
Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program Activated
From the Governor's OfficeGovernor Ron DeSantis Activates Emergency Bridge Loan Program for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 March 16, 2020 Tallahassee, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program to support small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The bridge loan program, managed by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), will provide short-term, interest-free loans to small businesses that experienced economic injury from COVID-19. The
Events Update
All events organized by the chamber between March 14 and March 31 2020 are cancelled. Please stay safe and tuned in to our releases. We will do our best to support you and the community. Remember, you can communicate to the entire membership at your Member Information Center on our website. Share with us your needs or what you can offer to help our community.
News Release: Coronavirus Update
Following temporary closures at Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Studios Orlando, which the Orlando Business Journal expects to last through the end of the month, the Lake Nona Regional Chamber is actively monitoring the Coronavirus situation and the recommended responses within the Lake Nona Region. Because the Chamber organizes numerous events in the community for the Chamber and its members, the following event policies are being followed until further notice. At the moment there are no known cases
Business Damage Assessment Survey Announced by Governor DeSantis
The Governor’s office announced today that a damage assessment survey is available for completion by Florida businesses. Your response will help develop and prioritize appropriate responses to the Coronavirus. See the note below from the Governor’s office. We encourage you to participate.Governor DeSantis Activates Emergency Business Damage Assessment Survey for Coronavirus (COVID-19) The Business Damage Assessment Survey can be taken online at https://floridadisaster.biz/March 12,
Coronavirus Response-Lake Nona Regional Chamber
The Lake Nona Regional Chamber is actively monitoring the Coronavirus situation and the recommended responses within the Lake Nona Region. Because the Chamber organizes numerous events in the community for the Chamber and its members, the following event policies are being followed until further notice. At the moment there are no known cases in Central Florida.We are constantly monitoring the situation.We will keep our membership informed of factual and verified advisories and updates.Our events are
News Release: 2/16/2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Autism Society of Greater Orlando Kicks Off its 15th Annual Autism Walk & Family Fun Day Orlando, FL –The Autism Society of Greater Orlando will be hosting their 15th Annual Autism Walk & Family Fun Day on Saturday, April 11, 2020. The Event, hosted by the Autism Society of Greater Orlando, will be held from 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM, INSIDE the North Concourse of the Convention Center. The goal of the event is to increase autism awareness and to raise funds; 100%
