Hollywood Business Resources

Tuesday, May 12, 2020


The City of Hollywood’s Office of Communications, Marketing and Economic Development is available to talk you through any of your business-related issues. Contact us at 954.921.3620 or by email.

Business Assistance: Navigating COVID-19
CDC Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers - May 6, 2020 Update

Interim Guidance for Businesses & Employers Responding to COVID-19


The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have recently published an update to their guidelines, which includes strategies and recommendations for employers responding to COVID-19 (including those seeking to resume normal or phased business operations). Click here for the May 6, 2020 update.

FastTrac® Start-Up Program - APPLY NOW!
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
APPLY NOW for the City of Hollywood’s FastTrac® Start-Up Program: www.surveymonkey.com/r/FastTracStartUp2020

In an effort to assist our entrepreneurial and small business community during today’s uncertain economy, the City of Hollywood is now offering a virtual edition of this free program.

Designed to guide early-stage entrepreneurs with the necessary steps to launch a business, our FastTrac® Start-Up Program will also assist existing businesses to develop a plan around new lines of products and services to better adapt to COVID-19 challenges.

Interested applicants should submit comprehensive descriptions and responses to questions in order to strengthen the application and increase chances of acceptance. Include your past work experience as it relates to your business idea, experience and knowledge in the industry, knowledge of target market, and any steps taken towards launch.


Apply online by the May 21 deadline

Simple Steps to Restarting Your Business
Register for our expert-led, 4-session online series.
Thursday at 6PM • REGISTER HERE
CareerSource Broward's Virtual Job Fair Series
Registration is required for this free event.
REGISTER NOW
Paycheck Protection Program

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)


The SBA's application portal for PPP is now live. Click here to learn more about this federal business assistance program.


Use this search tool to find nearby lenders eligible to issue a PPP loan. Due to high demand for this program, we advise you to contact your lender(s) and confirm if PPP applications are still being accepted.

Click here for AICPA's List of Recommendations for PPP Application & Loan Forgiveness

EIDL Available to U.S. Agricultural Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
Click here for more information.
Hospitality Industry Relief Fund
Grants available for restaurants impacted by COVID-19.
APPLY NOW
Financial impact of COVID-19: What retailers and landlords can do
Read about long and short term landlord liquidity, what landlords and retailers can do, and how the CARES Act stacks up.
IRS Economic Impact Payments
Learn who qualifies for these IRS payments which are now being distributed.
Short-Time Compensation Program
Learn if your business can benefit from this program and how to apply.
CareerSource Broward Video
Considering laying off your employees?
Watch this first.
Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan
Check the status of your Bridge Loan application here.
Reemployment Assistance Application Guide
Access our step-by-step guide here.


COVID-19 Assistance for Hollywood Businesses


Hollywood Business Closures
State and local orders are in place to protect public health and safety.
Hollywood Restaurants - Delivery & Takeout Lists
Has your restaurant adapted to COVID-19 closures? Register any available services here.
GHCC Programs & Content
View available business resources from the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
Broward SCORE: Upcoming Online Workshops for Small Businesses
Learn from the experts with SCORE’s small business training workshops.
Business Damage Survey
Help activate additional financial assistance resources with this survey.
Hospitality Industry Resources
Assistance is available from the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.
GFLA - Request a Virutal Meeting
Request a one-on-one business assistance meeting.
Business Assistance: Learning & Development

Navigating Employer/Employee Relations through Re-Opening and Beyond:
Legal Strategies from South Florida Employment & Business Attorneys


The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce invites you to a live employment webinar featuring helpful insight and guidance from the Ft. Lauderdale law firm Tripp Scott. Topics will include:


Establishing sound policies
  • Effective social distancing policies
  • Personal protection plans
  • Limiting gatherings within work place
  • Consider staggering and/or alternating shifts
  • Do's and Don'ts of health screening
  • Policy enforcement
Compliance: ADA, OSHA, EEOC, DOL and other agency considerations
  • Legal v. practical implications
  • Exempt v. non-exempt employees issue to avoid Wage claims
  • Industry specific guidelines
Liability
  • COVID-19 and worker’s compensation claims
  • Minimizing COVID-19 liability in the workplace

Friday, May 15 • 12PM
Cost: Free
REGISTER HERE
Make Hollywood Count!
There’s Strength in Numbers… Make Hollywood Strong!
Fill out your Census questionnaire today:
www.my2020census.gov
Memorial Healthcare System is in need of plasma donors!
Memorial Healthcare System is in need of plasma donors!
Learn how to donate potentially lifesaving plasma to those in need.

Links to these established programs can be found on the City's Economic Development website. Please continue to monitor www.hollywoodfl.org and www.choosehollywoodfl.com for the latest updates.

Economic Development Division
Raelin Storey, CMED Director
Herb Conde-Parlato, Economic Development Manager
Tekisha Jordan, Principal Planner
Marina Melo, Economic Development Marketing Coordinator

Community Redevelopment Agency - Beach & Downtown Districts
Jorge Camejo, Executive Director
954.924.2980

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