Florence offers ‘Returning Stronger’ grants to businesses
Florence Reminder & Blade Tribune
Local businesses have until Oct. 31 to apply to the town for grants to reimburse them for expenses and losses resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Town Council has authorized the creation of the Returning Stronger Grant Program for businesses that have assisted the town in fulfilling its role to protect public health, and which aims to enhance development and stabilize the local economy, the town announced. Applications are available on the town website, www.FlorenceAZ.gov/RSgrant. Interested parties may also email RSgrant@FlorenceAZ.gov.
Businesses are asked to submit an application and supporting documentation. Items that are eligible for reimbursement include up to six months of rent, mortgage and utility payments (water, sewer and electricity). Local businesses may also be reimbursed for any personal protective equipment (PPE) or physical modifications that assisted in protecting public health. Businesses can receive up to $10,000 each in reimbursements upon complete submittal and approval by the Town Council.
