Derecho Resources
The Economic Alliance is committed to providing business resources as our community navigates challenges faced due to the derecho storm. Find information about local businesses with products and services needed now.
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Have a specific question? Does your business offer a unique product or service that’s in high demand right now? Reach out to us at 319-398-5317 or economicalliance@cedarrapids.org.
U.S. Dept. of Labor Recover Fund for Derecho Recovery
The $3M fund will be used to create employment opportunities and provide humanitarian assistance in communities impacted by the severe storms. National Dislocated Worker Grants temporarily expand the service capacity of dislocated worker training and employment programs at the state and local levels by providing funding assistance in response to large, unexpected economic events that cause significant job losses. Iowa Workforce Development will serve as the lead statewide agency to administer the Iowa Disaster Recovery Employment Program and pass through National Dislocated Worker Grant funds to implement response efforts in partnership with local areas. https://www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov/NDWG
FEMA Individual Assistance (including business assistance)
Extended through November 2, 2020, Individuals and business owners in Linn County who sustained losses in the designated area can begin applying for assistance by calling 1-800-621-3362 or 1-800-462-7585 for TTY users. Users of 711 or Video Relay Service (VRS) may call 1-800-621-3362. The toll-free telephone numbers will operate from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. CST, seven days a week, until further notice. Another option is registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov.
SBA Disaster Loans
Now extended through November 2, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest disaster loans to non-farm businesses of all sizes, private nonprofits, homeowners and renters in Linn County who suffered losses caused by the derecho. More information including application can be found at disasterloanassistance.sba.gov. (English Flyer) (Póster Español)IRS Tax Relief Deadlines Extended to Dec. 15
Various individual and business tax returns and tax payment deadlines have been moved back to December 15, 2020. This relief is offered to any area designated by FEMA as qualifying for individual assistance. A list of qualifying locations is available on the disaster relief page at IRS.gov.Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available
The Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) program provides unemployment benefits and reemployment services to individuals who have become unemployed because of major disasters. Benefits begin with the date the individual was unemployed due to the disaster incident and can extend up to 26 weeks after the Presidential declaration date. These benefits are made available to individuals not covered by other unemployment compensation programs, such as self-employed, farmers, migrant and seasonal workers. Unemployed individuals will register with Iowa Workforce Development before they can receive DUA benefits.- Loss Resource Center & LR Contracting, Inc. - Free inspections for commercial buildings and larger residential complexes; owner's advocate with insurance claims and contractor services for damages that can be missed by traditional inspections. www.lrgothail.com and 720-323-3366
- Armstrong Development Company http://armstrongdevco.com/
- Witwer Offices: https://www.facebook.com/witweroffices
- Office Evolution: https://www.officeevolution.com/locations/cedar-rapids
- Outlets Williamsburg: 1500-6500 sq ft space for temporary business relocation
- Contact Kristie Wetjen: 319-668-2885 or kristie.wetjen@outletswilliamsburg.com
- Joe Ertel, Monticello: 90,000 sq ft office and warehouse space
- Contact Joe Ertel: 563-590-0916
- GameOn Sports/Twisters Gymnastics: office rental space available
- Contact John Mangold: (319) 531-7770 or crtwisters@aol.com
- Skogman Commercial - Prime location on 1st Avenue SE with move-in ready space - 5,432 Sq. ft.
- Contact Tiffany Earl Williams: 319-651-8165 or tiffanyearl@skogman.com
- Skogman Commercial - Three industiral spaces available for lease temporarily or long-term business relocation at 4700 Bowling Street SW, Cedar Rapids. 52,000 sq ft (A), 44,000 sq ft (B), 20,000 sq ft (C)
- Contact Scott Olson: 319-247-5000 or scott@scotteolson.com
- Contact Scott Olson: 319-247-5000 or scott@scotteolson.com
- First Avenue Executive Suites: www.executivesuitescr.com
- Q4 Real Estate: q4realestate.com
- Benchmark: https://www.benchmark-inc.com/
- T & K Roofing & Sheet Metal Company: http://www.tkroofing.com/ | 319-360-3078
- Latham and Associates: https://web.cedarrapids.org/Consultants/Latham-and-Associates-Inc-1604
- Dump truck and skid-steer - Contact: Lee Inghram at 319-457-0203
- Find a certified Arborist at cedar-rapids.org: http://www.cedar-rapids.org/residents/parks_and_recreation/finding_a_certified_arborist.php
- Point Builders: http://www.pointbuilders.com/
- Altorfer Inc.: http://www.altorfer.com/
- Weitz Industrial LLC: http://www.weitz.com/
- Rinderknecht Associates Inc: http://www.rinderknecht.com/
- Dave Schmitt Construction Company Inc.: http://www.daveschmitt.com/
- L.L. Pelling Company: http://www.llpelling.com/
- Primus Companies: http://www.primus-companies.com/
- Pipe Pro Inc.: http://www.pipeproinc.com/
- Pirc-Tobin Construction: https://www.pirctobin.com/
- Compass Commercial Services: http://compass-built.com/
- Garling Construction: http://www.garlingconstruction.com/
- Climate Engineers: http://www.climate-engr.com
- Valenta Plumbing & Heating, Inc.: http://www.valentaplumbing.com/
- Built By Pros: http://www.builtbypros.com/
- Bill Lane Construction: https://web.cedarrapids.org/Contractors/Bill-Lane-Construction-Inc-269
- Munson Electric Inc: http://www.munsonelectric.com/
- Rexco Equipment, Inc.: http://www.rexcoequipment.com/
- Kleinman Construction: http://www.kleimanconstruction.com/
- J-TEC Associates: http://www.j-tecassociates.com/
- Blahnik Construction: http://www.blahnikconstruction.com/
- Peterson Contractors: http://www.petersoncontractors.com/
- Unzeitig Construction Company: http://www.unzeitig.com/
- Mechanical Contractors Association of Iowa: http://www.mcaofiowa.org/
- Build to Suit, Inc.: http://www.buildtosuitinc.com/
- Splash Pool & Spa Builders, LLC: http://www.splashpools.co/
- D.A. Bunch Co.: http://dabunch.com/
- Delaney Concrete Services: http://www.delaneyconcretecedarrapids.com/
- Adobe Construction: http://www.abodeconstruction.com/
- Hunter Companies: http://www.hunter-companies.com/
- DPI Quality Custom Finishes: http://www.dpifinishes.com/
- Allan Custom Homes: http://www.allancustomhomes.com/
- Olmstead Construction Inc.: http://www.olmsteadconstruction.com/
- Miron Construction Co. Inc.: http://www.miron-construction.com/
- Icon Industrial Services: http://www.iconindustrialservices.com/
- Sattler Homes & Remodeling/The Cabinet Gallery: http://www.sattlerhomes.com/
- Carl A. Nelson & Company: http://www.carlanelsonco.com/
- Septagon Construction Co. Inc: http://www.septagon.com/
- Knutson Construction: http://www.knutsonconstruction.com/
- McGough Construction, Inc.: http://www.mcgough.com/
- Dryspace, Inc.: http://www.dryspace.com
- Construction Materials: http://www.constructionmaterialsinc.com/
- Modern Companies Inc.: http://www.moderncompaniesinc.com/
- Hanna Plumbing and Heating Inc.: http://www.hannaplumbingheating.com/
- Tricon Construction Group: http://www.triconcg.com/
- B.G. Brecke Inc.: http://www.brecke.com/
- Ladco, A Division of the Waldinger Corporation: http://www.waldinger.com/
- Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Gallery: https://www.fergusonshowrooms.com/
- D.W. Zinser Company: https://www.dwzinser.com/
- Price Electric: https://priceelectric.us/
- Hawkeye Electric: http://www.hawkeye-electric.com/
- Joe Bertsch Electrical Sales Co: http://www.bertschsales.com/
- Acme Electric Company: http://www.acmeelectric.com/
- Nelson Electric Company: http://www.nelsonelectric.com/
- The ESCO Group: http://www.theescogroup.com/
- Paulson Electric Company: http://www.paulsonelectric.com/
- J-TEC Associates: http://www.j-tecassociates.com/
- Nemeth Energy Solutions: http://nemethenergy.com/
- IBEW Local Union 405: http://www.ibew405.org/
- Timberline Manufacturing: http://www.timberlinemfg.com/
- Janda Motor Services: http://www.janda.com/
- West Plains Engineering Inc: http://www.westplainsengineering.com/
- 3E: http://www.3e-co.com/
- Terry-Durrin Electric & Telecom Supply: http://www.terry-durin.com/
- Van Meter: http://www.vanmeterinc.com/
- Munson Electric: http://www.munsonelectric.com/
- Easton Enterprises LLC: https://web.cedarrapids.org/Diversified/Easton-Enterprises-LLC-2408
- Streff Electric: http://www.streffelectric.com/
- Grand Living at Indian Creek - contact 319.930.3250
- Q4 Rentals: q4rentals.com
- Robert Half - contact Julie Albert at 319-366-7942
- ASAC - contact 319-390-4611
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As businesses work to reopen and/or relocate, a listing of businesses open continues to change and evolve by the hour. We encourage businesses to list their business reopening in the local Facebook page Rally C.A.P. - Champion and Protect Local Businesses, which began after COVID-19 to relay information about local businesses.
