The AK CARES program is too restrictive--thousands of struggling businesses arent eligible. And after 40 days, only 11% of applications have been approved. At this rate, it'll be next year before many are processed. We've got to do something--fast. #AKLEG https://t.co/fFJu34ElEJ
Ivy Spohnholz
@IvySpohnholz · AK · H
Posts32
Engagement230
Voting-record position0.039
CoverageFeb 28, 2020 to Nov 26, 2021
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Today we heard 2 hours of testimony from over 30 small business owners and local economic development orgs from all over Alaska. Every single one of them testified that the AK CARES Grant program is in urgent need of changes to save Alaskas small businesses. #akleg 1/7
Please report price gouging, scams, or deceptive trade practices related to COVID-19 to the Department of Laws Consumer Protection Unit at consumerprotection@alaska.gov or calling at 907-269-5200 or 1-888-576-2529. Thanks to @SenWielechowski for this important protection. #akleg https://t.co/q7NcFMOoW7
Did you know you can still sign up for insurance through the Affordable Care Act? Due to COVID-19, the deadline was extended to August 15, with 4 out of 5 individuals paying a monthly premium of $10 or less. Sign up today at https://t.co/T4ExqionXw. https://t.co/plfi6VCxa3
Thanks to the Anchorage Downtown Partnership for this list of local small businesses! @ANCdowntown. They need our support more than ever this year. What are your favorite small businesses for gift giving? https://t.co/8IplzqtM73
Good news: the AK CARES program is expanding to small businesses or nonprofits that: -Have received $5,000 or less of PPP or EIDL -Have a commercial fishing permit -Are 501(c)6's Unfortunately, only 12% of applications have been approved after 6 weeks. We should do better.#AKLEG https://t.co/QsU4cQO9Ql
RT @annezinkmd: While we are trying to save lives- department of insurance is helping to protect patients from bills. Nice job AK! https:&
If you run a business or non-profit organization in Anchorage that relies heavily on tourism for income, you may be eligible for relief grants through the Municipality. Applications open tomorrow. FAQ: https://t.co/TV0FqTZ2MU Apply online: https://t.co/ALk8iCLnBK
Are you eligible for COVID-19 relief? The Restaurant Revitalization Fund provides restaurants with funding equal to their pandemic-related revenue loss - up to $10 million per business and no more than $5 million per physical location. Learn more here: https://t.co/lCo2nDL9XA
Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday and there are plenty of amazing local businesses to support right here in Anchorage. Buying local supports Alaskan families, strengthens our community, and is often more sustainable. Check out tomorrow's events below: https://t.co/VbYNFj5YR3