OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
Governor Kim Reynolds ? Lt. Governor Adam Gregg
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, Apr. 6, 2020
CONTACT: Pat Garrett, (515) 802-0986
Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency Declaration, ordering additional closures
DES MOINES - Today, Gov. Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency Declaration, ordering additional closures and relaxing additional regulations to support the state’s efforts to combat COVID-19. The proclamatio...
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Iowa Concern is a free service connecting Iowans with information to help them navigate through a variety of life circumstances.
With a toll-free phone number, live chat capabilities and a website, Iowa Concern services are available 24 hour...
Employee retention and recruitment is truly the largest challenge in every midwest organization. One third of new hires quit their job after about six months. You may think, okay just hire the next person. Well, replacing these “quits” come at a cost to the company. A calculation method developed by David Rosnick from the Center for Economic and Policy Research, imparts the cost to replac...
The CARES Act establishes the Paycheck Protection Program, a $350 billion loan program to help small & mid-sized businesses with cash flow during the COVID-19 crisis. If the business maintains their payroll for 8 weeks, the portion of the loan used for covered payroll costs, interest on mortgage obligations, rent, and utilities would be forgiven.
Who Qualifies:
Small businesses (500 or fewer employees, but up to 1,500 depending on the sector), 501(c)(3) non-profits (500 or fewer employees), sole proprietors, the self-employed and independent contractors.
How Much is Available?
Initially loaned through the SBA 7(a) program, but with 100% government guarantee, for monthly payroll costs for 2 1/2 months, not to exceed $10 million. Payroll costs exclude compensation paid to individuals, including the self-employed...
The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was just passed by Congress are intended to assist business owners with whatever needs they have right now.
With the global spread of COVID-19 the Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) at Iowa State University is providing educational guides and direct support for our clients to help them plan, prepare, protect, and recover their operations.
Fort Dodge Mayor Matt Bemrich sits down with elected state officials for an update on how they're planning for and responding to the COVID-19 emergency.
The Iowa Association of REALTORS® (IAR) partnered with the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) to provide storm relief for areas of Iowa impacted by the Derecho Storm on August 10. NAR’s REALTOR Relief Foundation has awarded IAR a grant of $250,000. This grant can help individuals affected by the Derecho Storm with mortgage payment assistance or rental costs due to displacement up to $1,000 pe...
The Future Ready Iowa Employer Innovation fund is a grant opportunity for our partners to carry out creative solutions that address local workforce issues. It encourages employers, community leaders, and others to lead efforts for developing regional workforce talent pools. Employers can promote credit and non-credit education and training opportunities in high-demand jobs. The fund can be used in innovative ways to help Iowans achieve their training an...
A Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance membership provides many benefits, both tangible and cumulative.
Membership in the Growth Alliance gives you the opportunity to promote your business in the community. Use these existing tools to gain exposure, raise awareness, and market your company. We make it easier to grow you business!
Gain access to the tools, resources, and assistance you need to grow your business.
Membership in th...
With individuals and businesses feeling the effects of COVID-19, Iowa Central Community College is here to serve you. In hopes of serving you the best, we have created a targeted site for you to find information regarding training, career opportunities, and a variety of services. Please feel free to browse specific information or fill out the form and an individual will be in contact wit...
The North Central Iowa center serves entrepreneurs and existing businesses in Audubon, Calhoun, Carroll, Greene, Guthrie, Hamilton, Humboldt, Pocahontas, Sac and Webster counties. The focus of the center is helping to build rural Iowa, which it is doing through partnerships. We want to take a moment to thank our partners with Extension, Farm Bureau, our community colleges, regional economic development groups, chambers, RECs, Councils o...
Fort Dodge businesses can now apply for a grant to help them recover from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Ogden Newspapers Inc., the parent company of The Messenger, has established a $1 million fund to help local businesses get back to full strength by subsidizing local marketing efforts through matching advertising dollars.
Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals: Reopening Criteria for RestaurantsPage 1of 2Iowa Restaurant ReopeningCriteria/Operation Restrictionsduring COVID-19 Issued April 27, 2020Iowa restaurants have a responsibility to takemeasures to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. The Governor’s Proclamation of Disaster Emergency issued on April 27, 2020,allows restaurantsin all counties exceptthe followingto resume limited on-premises diningservice effective5a.m. on May 1, 2020,until 11:59 p.m. on May 15, 2020: Allamakee...
At America’s SBDC Iowa, we know the many challenges that small business owners are facing due to the impact of COVID-19. We created a #Back2Biz Guidebook and additional resources as a way to provide helpful information as businesses reopen.
Now more than ever, people across our great state are looking for more ways to support their local businesses. In an effort to help Iowans shop local without even leaving their homes, the Shop Iowa site is bringing together brick and mortar retail businesses from across the state into one online marketplace.
As a customer, you can browse and buy online from many local businesses from al...
Governor Kristi Noem laid out a framework for up to $400 million in Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) to assist South Dakota’s small businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
TestIowa is a new initiative in partnership with our state leaders and private corporations. The goal is to dramatically increase the rate of COVID-19 testing so Iowans can have better access to testing and help stem the spread of COVID-19 to get the state back to normal as quickly as possible.
Governor Reynolds has allocated federal CARES Act funds to assist Iowans who have been economically impacted by COVID-19 and may be facing housing hardships. This program will provide short-term relief to income-eligible renters and homeowners who are at risk of eviction or foreclosure.
Governor Reynolds has allocated federal CARES Act funds to assist small businesses and nonprofits economically impacted by COVID-19. The Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Small Business Utility?Disruption Prevention?Program will?provide short-term relief to?eligible?small businesses?and nonprofits?that face significant hardship in the payment of utility bills for service provided during the months of disruption to their business.
The CARES Act extends unemployment insurance by 13 weeks and includes a four-month enhancement of benefits, all covered by the federal government. Individuals must provide certification that he or she are not eligible for regular unemployment insurance, but is unemployed or underemployed due to coronavirus. Additionally, upon agreement between a state, an additional $600 per worker per week of unemployment compensation is available through Jul...
Every level of government in the Fort Dodge area promotes small business, non-profit organizations, and individuals to increase their success in Webster County. Learn More
With its historic homes and picturesque setting along the Des Moines River, the city of Fort Dodge and its surrounding countryside offers a delightful place to call home. Learn More
The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance's Image Committee started a Photography Contest in 2012 to garner a variety of photos in the Fort Dodge area. Learn More
