Covid-19 City of Beloit

This page is intended to be an information condenser to better enable you to navigate the particular challenges that you are currently facing.  If something is missing or needs to be updated, please email me at jrabe@beloitks.org.  ADDITIONAL UPDATES COMING

CLICK THE FOLLOWING FOR A QUICK, SHAREABLE, and PRINTABLE LOCAL FAQ- Mitchell County COVID-10 Resource Guide

CLICK THE FOLLOWING TO ACCESS THE MITCHELL COUNTY HOSPITAL HEALTH SYSTEM RESOURCE PAGE: http://www.mchks.com/getpage.php?name=COVID-19 

Small Business Resources

• U.S. Small Business Administration

• Kansas Small Business Development Center

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce

• Office of Governor Laura Kelly

• Beloit Area Chamber of Commerce

  • Phone Number: 319-210-6314
  • Email: beloitchamber@nckcn.com
  • Facebook Page

• Mitchell County Community Development

  • Phone Number: 785-738-7336
  • Email: hhartman@beloitks.org
  • Facebook Page

• North Central Regional Planning Commission

  • Phone Number: 785-738-2218
  • Facebook Page
  • Press Release Archive

Business Assistance

Comprehensive Small Business Administration COVID-19 Programs: https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources 

Paycheck protection Program: https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/top-priorities/cares-act/assistance-for-small-businesses 

Employer Resource Center (via HUB International): https://www.hubinternational.com/products/risk-services/hub-crisis-resources/coronavirus-resource-center/ 

Tourism & Hospitality Assistance

Funds are currently exhausted as of 03/25/2020

Governor Laura Kelly has established the Hospitality Industry Relief Emergency Fund to assist hospitality businesses seeking emergency loans in response to the economic impacts of COVID-19. The loan program, administered by the Kansas Department of Commerce and NetWork Kansas, offers loans up to $20,000 at 0% interest for a term of three years. 

HIRE Fund Resource Guide

APPLY NOW

Local News Resources

• Beloit Call

  • Phone Number: 785-735-3537

  • Facebook Page

  • Website: www.beloitcall.com

• KD Country 94.1 FM

  • Phone Number: 785-545-3220

  • Facebook Page

  • Website: https://sunflowerstateradio.com/kdns/ 

• KVSV Radio AM 1190 & FM 105.5

  • Phone Number: 785-738-2206

  • Facebook Page

  • Website: http://kvsvradio.com

Latest Federal, State, and Local Guidance Documents

4.01.20 | 4.01.2020 MCHD Travel Order; 4.01.2020 MCHD Fountain Machine Order

3.31.20 | 3.31.2020 MCHD Press Release; 3.31.2020 Governor Kelly Executive Order 20-17 Unemployment Insurance

3.28.20 | 3.28.2020 Governor Kelly Executive Order 20-16 Stay at Home Order; Mitchell County Health Department FAQ Stay at Home

3.25.20 | 3.25.2020 Mitchell County Heath Department Press Release-Second Positive Case

3.24.20 | 3.24.2020 Governor Kelly Executive Order 20-10 Foreclosure/Evictions; 3.24.2020 Governor Kelly Executive Order 20-11 Continuation of Recycling and Waste Removal; 3.24.2020 Governor Kelly Executive Order 20-12 Driver’s License and Registration ; 3.24.2020 Governor Kelly Executive Order 20-13 Deferred State Tax Date; Mitchell County Health Department Gathering Order; Mitchell County Health Department Quarantine Order

3.23.20 | Mitchell County Courthouse and County Facilities Closure

3.22.20 | 3.22.2020 KDHE Childcare Guidance

3.21.20 | 3.21.2020 MCHD Press Release- First Positive Case

3.20.20 |  3.20.2020 KDHE Symptom Guide; City of Beloit Administration Office Closed

3.19.20  |  3.19.2020 MCHD Press Release ; 3.19.2020 USD 273 BHS Announcement ; 3.19.2020 USD 273 BES Announcement

3.18.20  |  Continuity of Kansas Ag Industry Remains a Priority ;  Department of Labor FAQ ; NCK Tech Press Release
Executive Order Temporarily Prohibiting Evictions and Foreclosures ; Guidance for Dental Offices ;  3-18-20 Quarantine Mandate

3.17.20  |  3.17.2020 MCHD Order ; 3.17.2020 MCHD Letter ;  Food Establishment Guidance ;  15 Days to Slow the Spread ; Executive Order No. 20-04 ; Executive Order No. 20-05

3.16.20  |  City of Beloit closures: Municipal Building, Economy Shop, Gymnasium, All City Facilities to outside access, Administration Office open with limited access

Latest COVID-19 Legislative Updates

3.20.2020

IRS Announces Tax Day Moving from April 15 to July 15

The Treasury Department and the IRS are providing special payment relief to individuals and businesses in response to the COVID-19 Outbreak. For complete information, please visit https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/payment-deadline-extended-to-july-15-2020 

Employee Relations & Benefits 

•          Compliance Update: Congress Requires Plans to Cover Coronavirus Testing

Update on newly signed Families First Coronavirus Response Act (U.S.)

•          Risk Workforce Absence Management Update

Includes information on newly signed Families First Coronavirus Response Act (U.S.)

•          Families First Coronavirus Response Act Flowchart  
•          Mental Health Resources for Employees

On 3/18/2020, President Trump officially signed into law H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, making official billions of dollars in aid and relief for small business owners and employees dealing with the Coronavirus outbreak. Follow this link to review resources approved by H.R. 6201.  

FAQs for Business Owners: The follow link provides some of the most detailed and specific information on what businesses (and employees) are eligible for and who is exempt from having to offer certain benefits. Scroll down for a chart of paid leave requirements (this chart can be downloaded to share with others). Click HERE to access the page. The Congressional Research Service (CRS) has also put together a very informative 3-page explainer of who is eligible for which benefits. Access it HERE.
 
Nutritional Programs: Families dealing with food and nutritional access issues can find more information on new benefits available HERE. These programs will be run by the state and apply predominantly to those who already receive SNAP and WIC benefits. The USDA has also allowed schools to offer meals outside of the school setting. Kansas has applied for and received the necessary Congregate Meal Waiver that allows for flexibility in school meal delivery. Many school districts are already putting in place plans to offer meal pick up or delivery options but if you are unsure of how to proceed, the following link has some great information. Read more HERE.
 
Tax Delays: The Treasury Department issued guidance that gives individuals and business owners relief from tax payments. People are still required to file their 2019 taxes by April 15 but payments of to $1 million will be deferred until July 15. Click HERE to learn more about the IRS guidance.
 
Housing Evictions & Utility Shut-Offs: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will suspend foreclosures and evictions for 60 days on properties with mortgages backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Additionally, the FCC has encouraged all telephone and broadband providers to delay any service disconnections for at least 60 days. Governor Kelly has also mandated that all utilities not disconnect utilities due to missed payments at this time through at least May 1st.

Workforce Updates- Unemployment Resources/Employment Opportunities

Kansas Department of Labor

• Unemployment Benefits Resources

The Kansas Department of Labor recognizes the impact of COVID-19 on employers and workers alike. We are here to assist as we tackle this challenge together. We will continue to update this web page with available resources and contact information as it becomes available.

Employers:
Businesses may be exploring reducing production as a result of supply chain challenges related to COVID-19.  The Shared Work Program is an excellent tool to use in lieu of a temporary, total layoff of employees. It allows for partial work week and partial unemployment benefits to employees. To participate, normal weekly work hours for employees must be reduced by 20% (no more than 40%) and apply to at least 10% of employees.
For more information, visit  or email KDOL.SharedWork@ks.gov.

Employees:
Individual Filing for Unemployment Insurance Benefits.
If you are not working or working reduced hours due to COVID-19, you may be eligible for Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits. The UI program was established as a means to protect those who are involuntarily unemployed from the financial burdens and dangers that come with being unemployed. It is designed to be a short-term assistance program and may be able to help those whose employment has been adversely impacted by COVID-19.
Check out our UI and COVID-19 Fact Sheet and apply for benefits online at www.GetKansasBenefits.gov
Unemployment insurance benefits may be available to individuals who are involuntarily unemployed as a result of COVID-19. The amount of the benefit will vary based upon the amount of money that the individual has previously earned but will be between $122 and $488 per week.  At this time, individuals can receive up to a maximum of 16 weeks of benefits.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 

Kansas Works- JOB SEEKERS
Encouraging people to log in from home onto their Kansas Works account if they can, to job search and apply. Majority of employers that has a recent job advertisement posted is still hiring. Kansas Works are encouraging people to do what they can during this time of calamity to reach out to employers.  

Local Employers Currently Hiring

AGCO- Beloit

Hilltop Lodge Health and Rehabilitation Center- Housekeeping, Dietary, Receptionist/Inventory

Department of Child and Family Resources

Did you know there’s a place online where you can check your eligibility for benefits and apply for services including food assistance, cash assistance, child care assistance, energy assistance and more? Check out the Kansas DCF Self-Service Portal here: https://cssp.kees.ks.gov/apspssp/sspNonMed.portal 

Local Resources

Mitchell County Strong

Provides access to purchase gift cards to your favorite participating local businesses, while providing a matching donation to provide groceries to qualified applications.  

www.mitchellcountystrong.com

Mitchell County Business Resource

• Facebook Page

Beloit Summer Kid’s Cafe Sack Lunches for Kids

• Facebook Page

USD 273 Grab and Go Lunch Program for Students Ages 1-18

• Sign Up
• Facebook Page

Restaurants Status- GET CREATIVE! SHOP LOCAL! 

*This is a work in progress, please reach me at 785-534-3439 to have your business updated or be added.

Retailers/Service Business Status- GET CREATIVE! SHOP LOCAL!

*This is a work in progress, please reach me at 785-534-3439 to have your business updated or added.

Churches/Clubs

Beloit (KS) Area Helping Hands

• Facebook Page

Beloit Lions Club Service

• Facebook Page

Beloit Ministerial Association

• Facebook Page

Local Government, Departments, and Hospitals

Mitchell County Health Department

• Phone Number: 785-738-5175
• Facebook Page
• Press Release Archive

Mitchell County Emergency Management

• Phone Number: 785-738-7822
• Facebook Page
• Website: https://www.mitchellcountykansas.com/county-emergency-mgmt.html 
• Press Release Archive

Mitchell County- Government

• Phone Number: 785-738-3652
• Facebook Page
• Website: https://www.mitchellcountykansas.com/ 

City of Beloit

• Phone Number: 785-738-3551
• Non Emergency After-hours: 785-738-5121
• Facebook Page
• Press Release Archive
• Website: 

Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems

• Phone Number: 785-738-2266
• Facebook Page
• Press Release Archive
• Hospital Coronavarius Resource Page: http://www.mchks.com/getpage.php?name=COVID-19

NCK Technical College

• Phone Number: 785-738-2276
• Facebook Page
• Press Release Archive
• NCK Tech Coronavirus Resource Page: https://ncktc.edu/covid-19/  

USD 273 

• Phone Number: 785-738-3261
• BES Facebook Page
• BHS Facebook Page
• Press Release Archive