As Mayor, I know that the Board of Trustees is committed to supporting local businesses during this unprecedented time. We know that many businesses have been hit hard by mandatory closures and safety measures required to slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Because of this, we have compiled resources and relief programs for you to turn to.
We hope you find this helpful. Thank you for your continued support. It is an honor to be your Mayor.
- Bobbi Sindelar
Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
The East Colorado SBDC office will assist Firestone businesses through the various financial aid programs becoming available, including the SBA disaster relief programs. Contact the East Colorado SBDC directly by calling 970-351-4274 or email info@eastcoloradosbdc.com.
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
The SBA offers low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses in designated areas suffering economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus. The SBA is encouraging businesses to complete the application for the U.S. SBA Disaster Loan. The SBA website is experiencing a significant amount of visits and at times is unavailable. The SBA is recommending that businesses access the site between the hours of 7 pm and 7 am, especially if trying to complete the online application for a business loan.
To assist you with preparing to complete the necessary online forms or to complete the forms in paper the Town of Firestone has obtained the required forms. You may fax the completed forms to 202-481-1505, email the completed forms to ela.doc@sba.gov or mail the completed forms to U.S. Small Business Administration Processing & Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.
Town of Firestone
The Town of Firestone’s Economic Development staff is accessible and would like to help support and guide businesses during this trying time. If you have specific questions and are not sure who to ask, please reach out and we will do our best to assist you: pmehle@firestoneco.gov or 303-531-6265.
More information about business resources are located at www.firestoneco.gov/COVID19_Biz.