About Economic Vitality
The Economic Vitality Division is responsible for implementing the Economic Vitality Plan and working with new and existing businesses to connect them to needed economic development services and resources.
PPE for Businesses & Non-Profits
Douglas County through the CARES Act, has ordered PPE and sanitizing products to be made available to all businesses and non-profits within the county at no charge.
The Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce has agreed to be the primary distribution point. All businesses and non-profits, can obtain the PPE, by submitting their needs at the link below and the Chamber will contact you with your scheduled pickup date and time. To put in your request for supplies, please complete the survey here. Send an e-mail for questions. (updated 1-06-20).
Assistance For Career Seekers. For Businesses. For Douglas County
JOIN Inc. is partnering with Douglas County through the CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act to assist businesses and COVID-19 impacted career seekers from now through December 2020. Learn more and apply. Read the press release.
Small Business Disaster Assistance Loans in response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Need help with your SBA funding application, contact our Small Business Development Center Counselor.
Kathy Halbardier, Rural Business Advisor
Email Kathy Halbardier
(775) 720-4428
Visit the Nevada Small Business Development Center with links to information about Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program, Economic Injury Disaster Loans, Business Resiliency Plan and other resources. Access information about the different SBA Coronavirus relief options here and view a spreadsheet overview of the products here.
Weigh-in. How is the Pandemic Affecting your Business?
Businesses are encouraged to complete the COVID-19
Economic Impact Survey being conducted by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED). The information you provide will be held in strict confidence and only used in providing aggregate, summary statistical reporting. Your input is critically important in supporting policy and decision makers as the Silver State moves through this health emergency.
COVID-19 Business Resource Guide and Reopening Safety Plan Template
Access the COVID-19 Business Resource Guide to help your business navigate during this challenging time.
Download your Business Reopening Safety Plan Template
Information about the template
Template (Word Document)
List of Directives & Guidance Regarding Business Openings/Closures
Phase 2 Reopening: Press Release (5/26/20)
Phase 2 Roadmap to Recovery Business Chart (Effective 5/29/20)
Phase 2 Reopening: General Guidance (Effective 5/29/20)
Phase 2 Reopening Industry Specific Guidance (Effective 5/29/20)
Phase 1 Industry Specific Guidance (5/8/20)
Phase 1 Guidelines & Protocols for Reopening - (Effective 5/9/20)
Restaurant Tip Sheet
See a complete list of
Business Guidance at the Nevada Health Response website.
For more information on directives and resources Visit the
GOED and the
Northern Nevada Development Authority(NNDA) websites
Self-Employed or Independent Contractor Pandemic Assistance
Learn more about eligibility and apply.
Progress Video
Tremendous Private/Public/Non-profit partnerships at the core of the Economic Vitality Program. To watch the video click here.
Business Survey
For the fourth year in a row businesses surveyed at the Critical Issues Conference in September 2019 indicated plans to add new positions and invest in capital or equipment. Access the
survey here.
Business Spotlight Awards
Each year Douglas County presents Spotlight Awards to businesses in seven categories that reflect some or many of the principles that guide the Economic Vitality Program.
Read about the businesses honored.
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