COVID-19 RELATED:
THE LATEST IMPORTANT OFFICIAL HEALTH -RELATED INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE REGARDING COVID-19:
Below are a few sources of official information about the Corona Virus (COVID-19). It is important to make sure of the source of the information you are getting!
Sullivan County Health Department:
(This last link has the latest case count for Sullivan County.)
State of Missouri DHSS:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS)
24-Hour HOTLINE: 877-435-8411
The federal government Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also has official information at:
The Mayor’s Emergency Proclamation/Statement:
IMPORTANT CITY INFO. AND NOTICES:
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE FOR BUSINESSES:
Below are some sources of information about the emergency assistance for businesses due to the ravages of the Corona Virus. As you may be aware much of this legislation was passed very quickly and the implementation is still being worked out to some extent, and more information and news seems to be coming out daily, thus some of the documents below may have already become dated. It is important to follow up and do your own due diligence and be persistent.
Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act
CARES Act: Relief for Small Businesse
ASSISTANCE FOR RENTERS AND LANDLORDS:
Financial Support for Missouri Renters Impacted by Covid-19
Struggling to pay rent or utilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Missouri State Assistance For Housing Relief (SAFHR), a state program, may be able to help – learn more and find out how to apply! What help does SAFHR for Renters provide? 1. Provides rent and utility assistance for eligible Missouri residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic; 2. Covers up to a total of 12 months of rent and utility bills, back to April 2020 and for up to 3 months in the future; 3. Utilities include gas, electric, water, sewage/waste water, fuel (propane, wood, etc.) and trash; 4. Money is paid directly to landlord or utility company. Applications are open now! Apply online here. If you cannot apply online or need help with your application, please call 833-541-1599 or email: [email protected].