Category Archives: covid

DSM Forward – Industry Playbooks

DSM Forward is a compilation of playbooks devoted to helping businesses and industries prepare for next steps related to economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. DSM Forward includes industry-specific playbooks with assessments and recommendations — leveraging international, national, state and local sources, and following federal, state and local public health official recommendations. Industry Playbooks The…
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Local Small Business Recovery & Continuity Fund

North Iowa Corridor EDC - Small Business Recovery & Continuity Fund To help small businesses through the impact of COVID-19, the Cities of Clear Lake and Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, and the North Iowa Corridor EDC have launched the Small Business Recovery & Continuity Fund for companies in Cerro Gordo County. Businesses who have experienced business disruption…
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Energy Bill Assistance Available

If you, or someone you know, is having a financial crisis, there are resources to help. The federal government has increased energy assistance funding to several programs due to the crisis. Financial energy assistance programs include: Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Crisis funds Hometown Care Energy Fund These funds are provided on a first-come,…
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Iowa Business Reopening Guidance

The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) released general guidance for businesses allowed to reopen starting May 1st. These guidelines are in addition to the measures outlined in the Governor’s Proclamation. Follow CDC guidance related to Cleaning and Disinfection for Community Facilities, including frequent cleaning and disinfecting of all high touch surfaces. Encourage and provide…
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