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Free PPE for Businesses

Pierce County CARES: Free Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Available to County Businesses While Supplies Last

Click Here to Request PPE

Pierce County is providing free personal protective equipment (PPE) to county businesses to help them comply with COVID-19 workplace safety practices and protect employees and customers. This program is funded through $158 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act federal dollars. A total of $30 million will be focused on economic stabilization and recovery projects in Pierce County.

To receive PPE, businesses must fill out a PPE Request Form at www.piercecountywa.gov/BusinessPPE and indicate the type of PPE needed.

Available PPE includes disposable, non-surgical masks and no-touch infrared forehead thermometers, while supplies last. PPE will be distributed June 1 - June 3, and businesses that request PPE will receive additional details regarding pick-up locations in Pierce County.

For more information, contact the Pierce County Economic Development Department at (253) 798-6150 or [email protected]. 


Back to Work Pierce County Resource Guide

Back to Work Pierce County Resource Guide

As Pierce County businesses continue to adapt during the COVID-19 pandemic, we've created a roundup of resources to help your business continue to operate under new guidelines or prepare to re-open. 

View the resource guide here.

NEW: Reopening Guidance for Businesses & Workers

  • In-Store Retail
  • Restaurant /Tavern Requirements
  • Manufacturing Facility Requirements
  • Construction
  • Personal Services
  • Professional Services
  • Outdoor Recreation

Is your small business impacted financially by COVID-19?

Pierce County Council Expands Loan Program to Include Businesses Located Anywhere in Pierce County with 20 or Fewer Employees

Click here to apply for a Pierce County COVID-19 Emergency Small Business Relief Loan

For more information contact the Pierce County Economic Development Department at (253) 798-6150 or [email protected].


Impact WA Recovery Preparedness Webinar

Manufacturing Recovery Preparedness Webinars: Back to Work Measures & Controls

To view a recorded webinar click here and select "watch on the web."


Need help implementing COVID-19 policies for your manufacturing facility? The experts from Impact Washington will share how they’ve been coaching manufacturers through a process for back-to-work site compliance.


COVID-19 Business Info Series

COVID-19 Business Info Series Conference Call; Friday, May 22 at 11:00 AM

Pierce County is open for business. As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to evolve, we’re here to help businesses access the resources and information they need. In partnership with the Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County and the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce.


Presenters:

  • Mariana Hernandez, Lead Policy Analyst, Policy, Data, Performance and Integrity (PDPI) Division, WA Employment Security Department
  • Bruce Dammeier, County Executive, Pierce County

To join by phone:
US: +1 669 900 6833  or +1 346 248 7799  or +1 301 715 8592  or +1 312 626 6799  or +1 929 205 6099  or +1 253 215 8782
ID: 843 841 095
Or iPhone one-tap :
US: +16699006833,,843841095#  or +13462487799,,843841095# 
International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/adjnUSsGnK

To join using your computer:
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://zoom.us/j/843841095

Webinar ID: 843 841 095





>>>>>>> Missed a Previous Call? Need next call info? Click here. This series of calls will continue each Monday, Wednesday, & Friday as long as there is a need.

COVID-19 Rapid Response Team and Business Info Series Questions & Answers: www.rapidresponsesouthsound.com


FEMA Starter Kit

FEMA Kit for Returning to Operations

FEMA released a kit to help organizations plan for resuming operations during COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The kit includes a fact sheet, sample slides, and a facilitator guide with suggested discussion questions that can be tailored to meet the needs of your organization or agency. 

Access the Starter Kit Here



PPE Exchange

FEMA Private Sector PPE Exchange


The PPE Exchange is a simple to use dashboard that offers a place for private sector buyers and private sector sellers to connect with each other. The focus is on Personal Protective Equipment, as this is the important need right now. This dashboard is not for government contracting. 

Have supplies to donate or have other ways to aid COVID-19 response? Contact [email protected] or see how you can help.


US Census 2020

US Census 2020: Help Shape the Future of Your Community
Click Here to Respond Now

Responding to the census is important because it helps inform funding for key public services for your community like education programs and schools, hospitals and healthcare, roads and bridges, and emergency and disaster response. View Pierce County's Census information page.


COVID-19 Resource Links

Back to Work Pierce County Resource Guide

Safe Start Washington: A Phased Approach to Recovery


Reopening Guidance for Businesses & Workers


Information regarding Pierce County Inspections related to Governor’s Phase 1 Construction Restart Requirements



Expanded unemployment assistance benefits for self-employed and independent contractors enabled by the Federal CARES Act.

Federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act


SBA Loan Programs

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) & Loan Advance

Based on available appropriations funding, SBA is unable to accept new EIDL applications at this time. SBA has resumed processing applications that are already in the queue on a first come, first served basis.


SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
SBA has resumed accepting PPP applications from participating lenders.

SBA PPP Loan Forgiveness Application and Detailed Instructions

Click here for updates or subscribe to receive email updates.


Need more information? Contact the SBA's Seattle District Office.



Have questions or need assistance? Please reach out to Gary Wescott at (253) 798-6916.

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