The city of Antioch is providing help to local businesses still struggling to get back on their feet.
While Smith wasn’t forced to close down his business like some of his counterparts. He’s cut business hours to lower costs and is paying off a backlog of bills that were deferred during the pandemic.But some relief may be on the way for some business owners.
“We’re here in February of 2023, and some of our business are still feeling the economic pinch of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe. Thorpe announced Wednesday that local businesses still struggling financially from the pandemic can apply for a grant of up to $15,000. They can also receive up to $25,000 in reimbursements for upgrades to its façade.Kwame Reed is the city’s economic development director overseeing the program and explained how the grant money can be used by eligible applicants.
“These funds can be used for overhead costs, rent relief, payment of back utilities. And for businesses trying to regain its footing. Three years after the beginning of pandemic, any financial help will go a long way,” he said.
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