(UPDATED June 2021) Cayucos Chamber COVID-19 News & Business Resources

LOCAL IMPACTS to COVID-19 guidelines are still changing. The Cayucos Chamber does not manage individual business closure decisions and encourages visitors to check with each business and local organization directly. We encourage everyone to take recommended protections and precautions as advised by local agencies. To find local business contact information, use our member directory above and follow local guidelines and news links below. Cayucos is an unincorporated town in SLO County and is regulated under county jurisdiction. We will do our best to share details as we get them.

We value the health and safety of our members, business leaders, residents, local workers, and visitors alike and encourage everyone to stay aware, healthy, and compliant with local ordinances.

BEACH, PIER, and PIER BATHROOMS ARE OPEN: Beaches are open for visitors that are practicing safe social/physical distancing. Visit the SLO County Parks website here for the latest status. As always, pack out all trash from the beach and town.

SLO COUNTY RESOURCES AND STATUS LINKS:
- ReadySLO.org SLO County Emergency Response - COVID-19 status, local ordinances, and links to resources
- RecoverSLO.org - SLO County recovery and reopening resources

CAYUCOS CHAMBER NEWS & UPDATES

  • All Cayucos events that involve in-person gatherings are slowly returning. Bookmark our community calendar here…we’ll be updating the page as event come back online.

  • Follow up with news on Facebook and Instagram

  • Are beaches open? Can I walk/play/sit on them? Yes, at this time beaches are open and visitors are required to implement advised social distancing/physical distancing practices. Select campgrounds and state facilities remain impacted by COVID — these are managed by CA State Parks. Learn more at https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=596 .

LOCAL RESOURCES

ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE & RELIEF PROGRAMS

COVID-19: NATIONAL RESOURCES

(collected from https://smallbusinessmajority.org/resources/covid-19-national-resources)

Resources from the U.S. Small Business Administration

COVID-19: The Latest News & Resources for Your Business (PDF)

SBA Disaster Loan Assistance

SBA Disaster Assistance in Response to the Coronavirus
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has useful information on how small businesses and nonprofits can obtain loans during national emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. The website includes information on how to apply, who is eligible, and loan amounts and usage. 

SBA Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
In addition to the Disaster Loan Assistance loan program, the SBA has additional small business loan resources and guidance that can be found on this page.

Resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

CDC - About the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has assembled a comprehensive website for people to learn about the ways they can prepare and protect themselves from the Coronavirus. There is also useful information on what the symptoms of this disease are, the latest updates on reported cases and more information and resources for the community.

CDC - Interim Guide for Businesses and Employers
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has created a guide for business owners on the best strategies employers should use to limit the impact of COVID-19 on their business and to decrease the spread of this disease. This is a comprehensive guide that should be read and used by all employers across the country. 

CDC - Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has put together best practices for cleaning and disinfection for employers, individuals and communities. 

CDC recommended cleaning products

Other resources

FEMA Emergency Planning Exercises
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers free, downloadable exercises that businesses can use to prepare for an emergency like COVID-19

FDIC - Resources and Information for Bankers and Consumers
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has put together a list of articles and links to other resources aimed at helping consumers recover from a national emergency. 

FEMA Business Continuity Plan
Helpful templates and resources to make sure your business is ready to prepare for a national emergency.

US Chamber of Commerce - Combating the Coronavirus
A guide to inform and equip businesses with the most important and up-to-date information to prevent the spread of the virus and prepare businesses for the near and long-term impact.

Lori Stone