“We want to give small businesses time to become familiar with the criteria and gather necessary materials before opening the application process,” said Dunwoody Economic Development Director Michael Starling. “Our goal is to provide as much support as possible in these unprecedented times.”
Grant funds can be used to reimburse the cost of rent, lease, or mortgage payments for real property used for business purposes for up to six months, from April through September 2020. To qualify, small businesses, with two to 50 employees, must be able to document financial hardship due to COVID-19.
Brookhaven Businesses using Covid-Kits at Brisk PacenThree weeks ago, Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce volunteers...
Posted by Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce on Monday, December 14, 2020
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A few years ago, the City of Doraville was cast in a very negative light from a federal lawsuit filed by the Institute...
Posted by Andy Yeoman - Doraville City Council Member on Friday, December 18, 2020
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Good morning. Do you have questions or concerns about the Covid-19 vaccines? I hope you will join me on December 15th...
Posted by Mayor Lynn Deutsch on Wednesday, December 9, 2020
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I am excited to introduce my new initiative with Operation HOPE, The DeKalb Entrepreneurship Training Program, an 8-week course free to residents that will guide aspiring & current entrepreneurs with the support they need to operate a business. REGISTER » https://t.co/qE8XP9HtYr pic.twitter.com/uniHRAiAyJ
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