City of Des Plaines issued the following announcement on Mar 9.
In response to the widespread economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and in an effort to assist local small businesses absorb the costs of reopening in a safe manner, the City of Des Plaines has established the Small Business Safe Reopening Grant Program for qualifying small businesses and restaurants in the community. The aim of the program is to help defray the costs associated with safely reopening businesses by reimbursing businesses for the unique expenses incurred in order to comply with Governor J.B. Pritzker’s various Executive Orders associated with the “Restore Illinois” phased reopening initiative.
A total of $150,000 has been allocated for the grant program. The maximum amount of each grant is $2,000 per business location within the City of Des Plaines. The grants are reimbursements to business owners for the costs associated with a safe reopening, including, but not limited to: Plexiglas shield, facemasks for employees or customers, hand sanitizers, floor decals, and the purchase or rental outdoor tables, tents, umbrellas, fencing or other equipment for outdoor dining areas.
Eligibility
1. Small “non-essential” retailers that were forced to close during the pandemic that meet the following criteria:
a. At least one store with a physical presence in Des Plaines located in a commercially zoned area.
b. The business owner has no more than three total locations within the Chicago metropolitan area.
c. The business has fewer than 25 full-time employees.
d. Essential businesses such as grocery or convenience stores and home-based businesses are not eligible.
2. Restaurants, bars, and other eating establishments that meet the following criteria:
a. At least one location with a physical presence in Des Plaines.
b. The business owner has no more than three total locations within the Chicago metropolitan areas.
Reimbursement
Businesses applying for the grant must submit the grant application, a completed IRS W-9 form, and receipts for merchandise and/or service orders associated with reopening expenses.
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