Following continued positive data trends, Governor Doug Ducey today announced the next steps Arizona will take to gradually reenergize the economy. The Governor issued an Executive Order allowing cosmetologists and barber shops to resume appointment-based services this Friday, May 8 and restaurants and coffee shops to resume dine-in services with physical distancing measures on Monday, May 11. The Governor’s Office also released additional guidelines to keep customers and employees safe. In … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Issues Updated Guidance For Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Barbers And Cosmetologists
Sinema Announces $7.2 Million to Help Flagstaff Transit Authority During COVID-19
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema today announced over $7.2 million in CARES Act funding for the Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority to help sustain operating expenses for public transit in the Flagstaff area during the coronavirus pandemic. “Today’s funding supports public transit and economic development in the Flagstaff area, saving jobs and ensuring northern Arizona’s transportation services are ready when our state starts to re-open its economy,” said … [Read more...] about Sinema Announces $7.2 Million to Help Flagstaff Transit Authority During COVID-19
McSally Urges Improvement to Small Business Disaster Loan Program
U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ) and a group of senators are requesting that the Small Business Administration (SBA) expedite the $10,000 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) advances urgently needed by Arizona small businesses. In a letter to SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza, the senators urge the administrator to expedite the $10,000 advances to be received within three days, remove the per-employee cap on advance grants, and restore the maximum loan amount to $2 million. This letter … [Read more...] about McSally Urges Improvement to Small Business Disaster Loan Program
Expanding Testing In Arizona
Arizona is partnering with private sector health care providers and universities to ramp up access to testing. On Friday, Sonora Quest Laboratories announced it will offer antibody testing starting with 1,000 to 3,000 tests per day, and growing from there. In early May, Sonora Quest plans to begin offering antibody testing to consumers without needing a provider’s order or insurance in Arizona. Banner Health announced the opening of a new COVID-19 diagnostic testing site at the Arizona … [Read more...] about Expanding Testing In Arizona
Tribal Leaders Praise Sen. McSally’s Leadership on Tribal Gaming Enterprises Fix
U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ) announced yesterday that small tribal gaming enterprises under 500 employees can now apply for financial relief through the Payment Protection Program (PPP). Her leadership on this issue is receiving widespread support from tribal leaders across the country. Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez: "We would like to thank Senator McSally for her continuous advocacy on behalf of the Navajo Nation and Indian Country to ensure Indian gaming enterprises are … [Read more...] about Tribal Leaders Praise Sen. McSally’s Leadership on Tribal Gaming Enterprises Fix
Northern Arizona Orthopaedics Reopens Clinic and Continues to Offer Telehealth
Northern Arizona Orthopaedics has re-opened their clinics after determining the safest and most practical means. This includes an evaluation process for each patient during the scheduling process that will determine if they are they are at low risk during an in-office visit. However, if patients fall into the “at risk” category, they will have the option of receive diagnosis and treatment options via Northern Arizona Orthopaedics telehealth program. “At risk” patients will include: … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Orthopaedics Reopens Clinic and Continues to Offer Telehealth
McSally Announces Over $2 Million in HHS Grants for Arizona Rural Health Programs
U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ) on Friday announced the release of over $2 million in CARES Act funding for Arizona’s rural communities. The University of Arizona will receive over $1.3 million for the Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program, and over $800,000 in funding for its Telehealth Resource Center. “Arizona’s rural communities have been hard hit by this public health crisis and our rural hospitals are rapidly losing revenue,” McSally said. “The University of Arizona has long … [Read more...] about McSally Announces Over $2 Million in HHS Grants for Arizona Rural Health Programs
Following Sinema’s Urging, Agencies Reverse Course and Allow Tribal Communities Access to the Paycheck Protection Program
Following calls from Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema, the Treasury Department and the Small Business Administration (SBA) reversed course and made administrative changes to allow Tribal gaming operations to apply for and receive Paycheck Protection Program funding. “I’ve heard directly from Tribal leaders in Arizona about the economic struggles facing their communities during the coronavirus outbreak. The federal government’s exclusion of gaming operations from critical … [Read more...] about Following Sinema’s Urging, Agencies Reverse Course and Allow Tribal Communities Access to the Paycheck Protection Program
Governor Ducey, Fire And Safety Officials Provide Outlook Ahead Of Wildfire Season
Governor Doug Ducey, Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) Director David Tenney and State Fire Management Officer John Truett were joined by federal, state and local officials for an outlook on Arizona’s upcoming wildfire season. Similar to last year, Arizona DFFM predicts a potentially active wildfire season in certain parts of the state this year. “To help prevent wildfires, it is important that Arizonans enjoy our beautiful outdoors responsibly,” said Governor Ducey. … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey, Fire And Safety Officials Provide Outlook Ahead Of Wildfire Season
COVID-19 Small Business Information from District 1 Coconino County Supervisor Art Babbott
The impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic to the northern Arizona economy has been severe. Early estimates indicates sales tax revenues are expected to fall at least by 30% through mid-summer. Small businesses in particular, the backbone of our economy and responsible for the creation of almost 8 out of 10 jobs, are struggling. Many are shut and their employees furloughed or laid off, through no fault of their own. This newsletter is designed to provide useful information to small businesses. … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Small Business Information from District 1 Coconino County Supervisor Art Babbott