Resources

Loans

California Small Business Disaster Relief Loan Guarantee Program (via IBank).

$50 million in state funding, providing potential capital for individuals who may not qualify for federal funds.

California Capital Access Program

The  California Capital Access Program (CalCAP) for Small Business encourages banks and other financial institutions to make loans to small businesses that have difficulty obtaining financing. If you own a small business and need a loan for start-up, expansion or working capital, you may eligible for this program. CalCAP is a loan loss reserve program which may provide up to 100% coverage on losses as a result of certain loan defaults. Loans are available up to $5 million.

California Rebuilding Fund

The California Rebuilding Fund is a loan program to support California’s small businesses—especially those located in economically disadvantaged and historically under-banked areas of the state. Businesses who employed 50 or less full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) and had gross revenues of less than $2.5 million or below in 2019 are eligible to apply. The loans are flexible, transparent and are designed to help businesses access the capital and advisory services they need to get through these challenging economic times.

The Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) wants to keep workers, employers, co-workers, and families safe.  What employees are entitled to may be confusing. The LWDA is trying to make it easier and spread awareness through a centralized source of information with regards to topics such as: paid sick leave, disability and unemployment insurance, workplace health and safety guidance and employer assistance.  Use the guidance on their website to determine what is best for you, your family and your workplace.

For assistance with layoffs and layoff mitigation, the  Sonoma County Job Link Business Services hotline number is (707) 565-8079 and email is  joblinkbusinessgroup@schsd.org. Be aware that due to call volume, you may need to leave a message.  All calls Monday-Friday will be returned within 24 hours.

The  California Labor Commissioner’s Office has listed basic information with relation to employee leave options, compensation and salary.

COVID-19 has significantly impacted Sonoma County's business community. We understand that each industry has been impacted differently and are working with our partners to provide guidance and resources to your respective business during this time.

Restaurants & Hospitality

• Sonoma County Tourism Coronavirus Toolkit
• California Hotel & Restaurant Association COVID-19 Resources
• Guidelines for Temporary Tents, Canopies and Membrane Structures for Outdoor Business Operations

Agriculture, Wine & Cannabis

• COVID-19 Infection Prevention for Agricultural Employers and Employees
• Meat and Poultry Processing Guidelines for Workers and Employers

Additional Resources

• Permit Sonoma COVID-19 Services & Urgency Ordinance Updates