Merced Times

City of Merced issued the following announcement on Dec 11.

The City of Merced is providing financial assistance to businesses directly impacted with the return to the Purple Tier, which closes most indoor services. 

“We know that our local merchants have endured great financial hardships because of the pandemic,” said City Manager Stephanie Dietz. “The City Council is focused on helping businesses get through these difficult times.  Our small businesses do more than provide goods and services, they provide jobs and income to our friends and neighbors.”

Businesses who may be eligible for financial assistance through this program include, but are not limited to:

• Hair salons, nail salons and barbershops
• Churches and places of worship
• Restaurants
• Dance studios
• Family entertainment centers
• Gyms and fitness clubs
• Movie theaters
• Museums
• Yoga studios

The funds are used to reimburse purchases of items such as heaters, fire-rated tents, lighting and rent or mortgage payments. As businesses and establishments such as places of worship transition to outdoor operations, they will need items such as canopies, umbrellas and other equipment like cameras and transmitters to broadcast services in parking lots.

Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. Dec. 23, or until the funds are exhausted, whichever comes first. The maximum grant amount allocated per business is $3,000, and does not require repayment.

To apply for the COVID-19 Business Assistance Program, please visit: www.cityofmerced.org.

To determine eligibility, you will need to provide proof of current City business license, W-9, and supporting documentation for reimbursement.

For more information, please contact citymanager@cityofmerced.org or (209) 385-6834.

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