COVID-19: What Our Members Need to Know
Pahrump Valley Chamber of Commerce Response to the Coronavirus
The Pahrump Valley Chamber of Commerce continues monitoring and responding to the evolving situation with the coronavirus (COVID-19). We are in direct communication with numerous sources, including local and state emergency services, to assure we are receiving current and accurate information and will endeavor to share information with our members in a timely manner as it becomes available to us. We remain committed to protect the health and well-being of our members, employees, and all of our Nye County citizens and its more vulnerable populations.
As part of our close partnership with various community partners, government agencies and emergency services, we will be sharing information and updates as it becomes available regarding support and resource services which may be available to our businesses in Nye County. We will be sharing this information on our website, our Facebook page and in newsletters and email blasts to our membership. We will also be including various links to resources to assist you in getting the information you need and that includes current and accurate health related status reports and information.
We recognize these are unprecedented and uncertain times and wish to assure you we understand your concerns and recognize the potential impact to our members and small businesses during these difficult times. In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, small business owners in all U.S. states, Washington D.C., and territories were able to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan advance of up to $10,000. This advance is designed to provide economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue. This loan advance will not have to be repaid. SBA has resumed processing EIDL applications that were submitted before the portal stopped accepting new applications on April 15 and will be processing these applications on a first-come, first-served basis. SBA will begin accepting new Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance applications on a limited basis only to provide relief to U.S. agricultural businesses. Link to SBA: U.S. Small Business Administration .Small Business Administration phone number: 1-800-659-2955 or e-mail: disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
Also, please utilize the links below to see Corona-virus workplace guidance and loan information for small businesses:
https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources
In addition to this, and separate from the SBA loans, and as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Congress has passed various Payroll Protection Programs. This is a program intended to provide American small businesses with eight weeks of cash-flow assistance through 100 percent federally guaranteed loans. Also, the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act was signed into law, which expands the period of time in which businesses can use their PPP funds as well as ease restrictions on the use of funds. Key provisions include: 1) extends the time period in which borrowers must spend their PPP loans from 8 weeks to 24 weeks; 2) lowers the percentage of loan proceeds that must be spent on payroll from 75 to 60 percent; 3) extends the loan coverage period from June 30 to December 31, 2020; and 4) for the portion of the loan that isn’t forgiven, the measure extends the loan term from 2 years to 5 years. For more information about the Paycheck Protection Program - FAQs for Small Businesses:
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options
Additionally, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is advising that should an employee need to file for unemployment insurance, Nevada’s Unemployment Insurance Claim Filing System should be used rather than visiting a DETR office.
Employees should visit http://ui.nv.gov/css.html
Employers should visit: http://ui.nv.gov./ess.html.
For all parents of students of the Nye County School District, and who may be without the means to provide breakfast and/or lunch during the week, please see the following information:
https://www.nye.k12.nv.us/o/ncsd/page/food-distribution-current-information
We encourage you to shop local, continue to support business reopenings and also consider to utitlize take out and delivery services, and support your local businesses!
We wish to once again remind everyone to contintue to use common sense, continue to be mindful of “social distancing” and please let’s all try to show the better side of humanity in our interaction with one another, and be kind. Thank you for your continued support. Be well everyone and remember we are all in this together; “This too shall pass”.
Sincerely,
Jenney Sartin
Chief Executive Officer
Additional Resources and Information:
https://www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org/coronavirus/
https://nvhealthresponse.nv.gov/
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/2019-ncov-factsheet.pdf
https://hub.jhu.edu/2020/03/13/what-is-social-distancing/
https://www.nyecounty.net/1066/Coronavirus-COVID-19-Information
http://dpbh.nv.gov/coronavirus/
New Hope Fellowship's Path of Hope Food Giveaway- Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m-12:00 p.m., 781 West St. For more information or to volunteer, contact Darlene Miller at 775-751-1867, http://www.nhfministries.org/new2018/PathofHope.html
Chamber Events - Closings and Delays
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Chamber has canceled all in-person events until further notice. However, we have pivoted to offering virtual events and meetings, and are continuing its quarterly small business webinars that you can join remotely.
After careful consideration by the Chamber’s Board of Directors and staff, and in order to follow safety and health guidelines that have been set forth by the CDC, the State of Nevada and Nye County, for social distancing and limited attendance, many of the chamber’s in person events have either been cancelled or rescheduled to a later time in the year. Due to member concerns and the impact of this pandemic many have felt, the Chamber feels it is best to make our members and the public’s safety a priority, and refocus our efforts by exploring technological event offerings and on coming back strong.
The Chamber is thinking positive and has secured required permitting for the Chamber's premiere community event, the PAHRUMP BALLOON FESITVAL, and it is scheduled for March 26-28, 2021. Please be aware that due to COVID-19 this may be subject to change. We will provide updates on our website and social media.
Corporate Partners
Chamber Of Commerce Events
Chamber Luncheon
Chamber Luncheon
Chamber Luncheon
Chamber luncheons are a great networking opportunity for your business. They are also informative. We have great speakers addressing issues which impact your business and community, provide a networking opportunity and serve delicious food.
Biz Expo
Chamber Luncheon
Chamber Luncheon
We are already getting tremendous interest in exhibitor booths this year. If you want to guarantee that your business gets an exhibitor booth with maximum exposure, please consider sponsoring the event.
Balloon Festival
Chamber Luncheon
Best Of Pahrump Awards
UP, UP & AWAY!
Save the Date for our 2021 Pahrump Balloon Festival
Best Of Pahrump Awards
Best Of Pahrump Awards
Best Of Pahrump Awards
Discover the best local businesses in the area with our Best of Pahrump Awards, an annual competition nominated and voted on by the community.
Ribbon Cuttings
Best Of Pahrump Awards
Ribbon Cuttings
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