City of Selma is in the Purple Tier and Additional Regional Stay at Home orders are in effect
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Steps to restart Business
Communication Resources
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Business faq
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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.
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Who do I call if I see a business operating when they shouldn't be?
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.
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My business is going to close permanently, who can help me?
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
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Who else can help me with technical assistance, resources and information?​​
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Workforce Development Board Business Service Center (WDB-BSC)
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Minority Business Development Center
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Women's Business Center
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Grants for Businesses
City of Selma Small Business Relief Grant: Please call 559-891-2260. Application period ends October 31, 2020.
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Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
Restaurant Workers Community Foundation
Hello Alice - Food, beauty and other industry grant lists
Private Low/No-Interest Business Loans
Zero Percent Loans from Kiva for up to $15,000
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​SBA Disaster Relief Loans​
Questions? Contact the local SBA office: (559) 487-5791 or visit www.sba.gov/coronavirus​​
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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.
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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
James Beard Foundation -Food and Beverage Businesses
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Business Support Line - Fresno EDC - (559) 476-2509
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City of Selma Press Release: Outdoor Dining Allowance 5/29/20