COVID-19 Business Updates May 8, 2020

We hope that you are staying safe! We will continue to send updates as necessary. We hope that you find this newsletter useful and please know that we value every business in James City County.

If your business needs assistance, please email us at yesjcc@jamescitycountyva.gov or call 757-253-6607.

Update on Executive Order Fifty-Three

During Governor Northam's 2 p.m. press conference today, he outlined guidelines for businesses as Executive Order Fifty-Three is set to expire on Friday, May 15. Please check the Governor's website later today for complete details about Phase 1. We will continue to provide information as we receive it.

Restaurants remain open for carryout and to-go, but may utilize 50% of their outdoor seating.
Non-essential retail may open at 50% capacity.

Owners of Businesses Closed due to COVID-19 Should Flush Building’s Plumbing Systems before Workers Return

Directors of Hampton Roads’ water utilities and health department officials advise business owners and operators who closed or evacuated buildings due to COVID-19 to thoroughly flush their establishment’s plumbing systems before reopening.
More information

Webinar: Refocus and Rebuild Workshop - A COVID-19 Workshop focusing on the Food Industry

Tuesday, May 12 at 11 a.m.
Register: https://clients.virginiasbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=900400016

During this webinar, the Virginia Small Business Development Center and industry professionals will provide specific information to help you understand the new requirements and make savvy financial decisions. This session will focus on Phase 1 reopening regulations, business decisions and operations for the food industry. You will receive a Zoom invitation the morning of the meeting. There is no cost to attend this webinar.

Useful Resources

The Greater Williamsburg Small Business Relief Fund is now open and accepting applications.
Resources from the Virginia Department of Health.
U.S. Economic Development Administration and the International Economic Development Council have compiled multiple resources for different sectors including fitness facilities, manufacturing and retail.
Nation Restaurant Association – COVID-19 Reopening Guidance
U.S. Travel Association – Travel in the New Normal: Industry Guidance for the Health and Safety of All Travelers

Survey Input Needed

The Virginia Chamber of Commerce is requesting businesses complete the Blueprint to Get Virginians Back to Work Survey. The survey is 14 questions and should take about five minutes to complete. Survey deadline is Friday, May 15.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NWSZB7N

https://www.yesjamescitycountyva.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3751

Business FAQs

The Governor’s Office has compiled a list of business FAQs about Virginia’s Statewide Stay At Home Order.

Information Resources

For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 in our community, please visit James City County's website.

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You may also find information from the Governor of Virginia to be helpful at this time.

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