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COVID-19: State Updates

Ask Congress to Help Renters & Property Owners Recover from COVID-19
The long-term strength of our nation’s economy hangs in the balance as lawmakers decide how best to provide relief from coronavirus-related hardships. Thus far, Congress and the Administration have offered up several solutions to support economic prosperity and as they decide how best to proceed, it’s our duty to make the apartment industry’s case.

The attached letter outlines the apartment industry’s requests of Congress. In order to provide the most effective relief to our residents and the industry, we are suggesting a two-pronged approach: Congress should provide direct assistance to renters as well as support for impacted property owners and operators.

We know you take seriously the responsibility to ensure your residents have a safe and stable place to call home. That’s why we are urging you to act now and voice the industry’s concerns with Congress.

Click the link below to log in and send your message:
https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/-84onLZh9sBpRPsGeizcjA

Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted Submit Formal Request for Federal Assistance for Small Businesses
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 18, 2020
MEDIA CONTACTS: Dan Tierney: 614-644-0957 | Catherine Sulecki: 614-644-0957

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—On Tuesday afternoon, Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted sent a letter and application to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to qualify the State of Ohio for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. This federal program will enable small businesses and non-profits throughout the state impacted by the outbreak of COVID-19 to apply for low-interest loans up to $2 million in assistance that can provide vital economic support to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.

“We understand the steps being taken to keep all Ohioans safe will have a significant impact on businesses across the state, which is why we are leaving no stone unturned to identify every possible way we can support them during this time,” said Governor DeWine. “Ohioans are resilient. We will get us through this.”

The Economic Injury Disaster Loans may be used by Ohio small business owners and non-profits to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses without credit available elsewhere; businesses with credit available elsewhere are not eligible. The interest rate for non-profits is 2.75%.

Once the state is qualified for the program, Ohio Development Services Agency (Development) will work with the SBA to notify entities that the they can now apply for loans. To keep payments affordable, these loans are long-term, with up to a maximum of 30 years for repayment. Terms are determined on a case-by-case basis, based upon each borrower’s ability to repay.

“We know Ohio businesses are struggling and we are going to do everything we can to help them,” said Lt. Governor Jon Husted. “We have taken quick steps to ensure the health and safety of Ohioans, and we are going to give that same attention to ensuring our businesses are successful and jobs remain available. I encourage the SBA to quickly approve our application.”

Development coordinated with the Ohio Emergency Management Agency and reached out to local businesses for information to compile the application.

“In the last three days, more than 1,500 businesses have shared their stories with us about the challenges they are facing, which informed our application for these disaster loans,” said Lydia Mihalik, Director of Development. “The need is urgent, and we are moving quickly to support Ohio’s small businesses and non-profits.”

As efforts to combat the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus continue, Governor DeWine and his administration will continue to identify ways to support the state’s small businesses and non-profits. Any of these entities impacted by the ongoing health crisis are encouraged to contact Development at BusinessHelp@Development.Ohio.Gov for assistance.

Additional information about the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan program is available at SBA.gov/Disaster.

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Coronavirus Workers' Comp Udate From Care Works Comp: As the current health emergency continues to develop we would like you to know that CareWorks Comp has established a service continuity plan which protects the health and safety of our associates while remaining fully committed to provide the support and service needs of our clients and your members. In order to accomplish this we have enabled many of our associates to work from home. I want you to know that I can be reached as always by phone or email. Please see the CWC_Coronavirus Preparedness for more details.

Ohio Department of Health http://coronavirus.ohio.gov/
The Ohio Development Services Agency (DSA) has requested all Ohio businesses complete this Economic Damage Assessment Survey, designed to help determine economic impacts caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. State government leaders will use the feedback as they develop response plans. Please use the link below to complete the survey.
https://odsa.force.com/EDASurvey

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Unemployment Compensation - http://jfs.ohio.gov/ouio/CoronavirusAndUI.stm
Mental health resources - https://mha.ohio.gov/Health-Professionals/About-Mental-Health-and-Addiction-Treatment/Emergency-Preparedness/Coronavirus
Ohio benefits application - https://benefits.ohio.gov/
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