Reopening Selma
The Coronavirus pandemic has caused disturbances in many industries. This page serves as a guide to businesses seeking to reopen after mandated closures. Information on this is changing constantly. Please contact us for the most up to date information and assistance with programs and grant opportunities to retain your business.
2.Write up your policies and procedures for training staff, cleaning, and responding to COVID related issues.
Sample Documents
3.Complete any required forms for the County of Fresno.Sample Documents
- Reopening Guidance Table (6/24/20)
- Restaurants
- Bars/Wineries
- Hair Salons/Barbers
- Tattoo/Body Modification
- Other Personal Care Services
- Family Entertainment Facilities
4.Ensure signs are clearly posted to help your customers and staff remember the basics for COVID safety.
5.Stay up to date with local information. Restricting services may be required if cases rise or an outbreak occurs. Have a backup plan ready to go.
Consider applying for financial assistance or restarting unemployment benefits.
Communication Resources
Department of Labor Workplace Posting
- Required to be posted in all workplaces
- Employee Rights: Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
- Federal Employee Rights: Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
SPANISH FLYER (PDF)
Mask Flyer
Optional but encouraged posting to communicate to your customers and employees the current mask requirement from the State of California that is applicable to the City of Selma.
MASK FLYER (PDF)
County Flyers
The County of Fresno has created many other flyers that may be useful in sharing with employees, customers and your community. Click the link below to view the County of Fresno COVID-19 website. New flyers are posted on the right side and other can be found at the bottom of the web page.
Fresno County Department of Public Health
CDC Marketing
The Center for Disease Control has several resources including additional guidance and marketing materials to support your business.
CDC
HR Resources Hotline
Free for businesses and employees across Fresno County. Provided for by the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board. Call (559) 230-4062 for questions regarding COVID-19 leave and sick time laws as well as other possible human resource issues.
Business Service Center (WDB)
Additional Resources
Grants for Businesses
- California Relief Grant
- Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
- Restaurant Workers Community Foundation
- Hello Alice - Food, beauty and other industry grant lists
Private Low/No-Interest Business Loans
SBA Disaster Relief Loans
Apply online for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) through Small Business Administration (SBA)
Questions? Contact the local SBA office: (559) 487-5791 [email protected] or visit www.sba.gov/coronavirus
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
Federal funding available through private banks to support the maintenance of employment for small businesses. Apply with your lender or view information here at the Small Business Administration website to locate a lender and learn about program details. Program recently extended with additional funding available.
Business Support Agencies and Webinars for Businesses
- Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation
- Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce
- Small Business Development Center
- Minority Business Development Agency
- Business Service Center (WDB)
- James Beard Foundation -Food and Beverage Businesses
City of Selma Press Release: Outdoor Dining Allowance 5/29/20
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Business FAQ
Which businesses can be open?
The City of Selma will be following the guidelines provided by the State of California and the County of Fresno.
Ordered: Stay at Home except for essential needs - State of California FAQ
The City of Selma will be following the guidelines provided by the State of California and the County of Fresno.
Ordered: Stay at Home except for essential needs - State of California FAQ
Please call City hall (559-891-2200) or the Police non-emergency line. The city will respond to all reported businesses and determine if they are allowed to operate while the orders are in effect. You may also use the Contact Us page to report any non-emergency issues related to COVID-19.
For employers who need immediate assistance for potential business closure *Please contact both the City of Selma and the Workforce Development Board (WDB) Rapid Response Program at 559-490-7147
- Fresno County Economic Development Corporation
- Valley Community Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
- Workforce Development Board Business Service Center (WDB-BSC)
- Minority Business Development Center
- Women's Business Center