US Congressman Ron Wright sat down with us for our Business Leaders Series last week for a discussion on the current pandemic and the federal response. Representing the 6th congressional district of Texas, Congressman Wright celebrated the small businesses of Greater Arlington and his focus on small business funding. During our virtual interview, … [Read more...]
Congressman Ron Wright Backs Small Businesses
Governor Abbott Outlines Plan to Reopen Texas
Governor Greg Abbott laid out his plan to reopen Texas in phases at his press conference Monday afternoon in Austin. He announced that his “Stay at Home” order will be allowed to expire on April 30. Phase one of the plan to reopen Texas begins May 1 and includes opening retail, restaurants, movie theaters, museums and libraries at 25% of their … [Read more...]
‘Phase 3.5’ Coronavirus Stimulus Package Passes the House, More Funding for Small Businesses
This afternoon, April 23, 2020, the House of Representatives passed House Resolution 266, also known as the Phase 3.5 Coronavirus Stimulus Package. The bill will now be sent to President Donald Trump who has said that he will sign it into law. Companies who did not have an opportunity to apply for PPP loans before the banks stopped accepting … [Read more...]
Greater Arlington Chamber Supports Gov. Abbott’s Plan to Reopen Economy
ARLINGTON, Texas — Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Michael Jacobson today signed on to a statement with leaders from the Metro Eight Chambers of Commerce in support of Gov. Greg Abbott's plan to gradually open the Texas economy: "As leaders of the Texas business community, we applaud Gov. Abbott for focusing on the … [Read more...]
Arlington Community Unites to Honor Front Line Workers with Downtown Displays
ARLINGTON, TX - On Wednesday night, April 15, Downtown Arlington’s Dream sculpture lit up blue for the first time in support of all of the essential workers during this unprecedented time. By Thursday afternoon, just a few dozen feet away, 45 American flags were placed in the lawn of the Levitt Pavilion soaring with American pride. The display, … [Read more...]
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program COVID-19 Economic Injury Worksheet Please submit your Economic Injury Worksheet to: TDEMPARecovery@tdem.texas.gov The Small Business Administration (SBA) has designated COVID-19 as a qualifying event for the provision of Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for businesses … [Read more...]