Business Resources
Reopening Resources
Please see the links to additional information and resources below.
- Orders of The Health Officer
- Appendix A - Physical Distancing Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix B - Retail In-Person Shopping Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix C - Small Charter Services Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix D - Outdoor Equipment Rental Services Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix E - Tennis Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix F - Golf Course Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix G - Office Worksite Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix H - Dine-In Restaurant Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix I - Hair Salons and Barbershop Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix J - Mobile Food Vendor Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix K - Protocols for Public Swimming Pools (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix L - Grocery Facility Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix M - Gym and Fitness Facilities Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix N - Day Camp Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix O - Campground and RV Park Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix P - Museum, Gallery, and Aquarium Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix Q - Hotels, Lodging, and Short Term Rental Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix R - Music, Film and Television Production Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix S - Protocol for Professional Sports Leagues and Facilities - Spectator-Free Events (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix U - Nail Salon Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Appendix V - Personal Care Establishments Protocols (Spanish) (Khmer) (Tagalog)
- Drive-in Dining Guidelines
- California Department of Public Health COVID-19 Industry Guidance: Automobile Dealerships and Rentals
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidance for Reopening Buildings After Prolonged Shutdown or Reduced Operation
- Essential Activities and Businesses
- Changes to Alcohol Sales
- Memos to Businesses
- Print-Yourself Posters
SafeBiz (Physical Distancing Self-Certification)
SafeBiz, is a web-interface that allows businesses, which may open according to the “Safer at Home” Health Order to self-certify that they are committed to re-opening their business safely. SafeBiz guides business owners through a checklist of safety measures required by the “Safer at Home” order to prevent the spread of COVID19. This includes measures to protect employee health, to keep crowds from gathering, to keep people at least six feet apart and prevent unnecessary contact, and to increase sanitation measures to support a safe environment for patrons. For more information, business owners are encouraged to reference the SafeBiz Form.
Business License Relief
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is waiving all penalties that would have applied to past due business license tax bills starting on March 16, 2020 and ending on August 31, 2020. This will allow additional time for businesses to pay their business license tax bill without receiving penalties or any additional penalties if penalties had applied prior to March 16, 2020. If a past due bill remains unpaid, then penalties will begin to apply again starting on September 1, 2020. For more information, business owners can email lbbiz@longbeach.gov or call 562-570-6211.
Business Financial Assistance
There are several loan options for businesses affected by COVID-19.
Long Beach Emergency Microloan Program
The Emergency Microloan Program supports Long Beach micro-enterprises with five (5) or fewer employees on a first-come, first-served basis. Loans from $2,500 to $10,000 are available. Loan proceeds can be used for business expenses such as payroll costs, rent, supplies and materials, utilities and more. For more information and to apply for the loan, potential borrowers must sign-up for an appointment with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) by visiting the SBDC website or calling 562-938-5100.
Grow Long Beach Loan – SBA 7(a)
The Grow Long Beach Loan provides loans from $100,000 to $2 million available for businesses that have been operating in Long Beach for at least two years. Loan proceeds can be used for any legitimate business expenses such construction, tenant improvements, equipment, working capital and more. For more information and to apply for the loan, potential borrowers must sign-up for an appointment with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) by visiting the SBDC website or calling 562-938-5100.
Kiva Long Beach Loan Program
The Kiva Long Beach Loan Program is an online community-lending program that supports Long Beach small businesses. Loan proceeds can be used for business expenses such as personnel, rent, supplies/materials, utilities, professional services and more. For more information and to apply for the loan, potential borrowers can visit the Kiva Long Beach Loan Program website.
Jump Start Loan Program
The Jump Start Loan Program provides microloans, technical assistance and financial literacy training. Loan amounts range from $500 to $10,000. Loan proceeds can be used for a variety of legitimate business needs. For more information and to apply for the loan, potential borrowers can visit the ibank website.
Economic Injury Disaster Loan and Emergency Advance
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest federal loans for working capital to small businesses and non-profit organizations that are suffering substantial economic injury as a result of COVID-19. The Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) can be used for business expenses such as rent, payroll costs, accounts payable and other operating expenses. For more information, visit the Small Business Administration (SBA) website.
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) helps businesses keep their workforce employed during the COVID-19 crisis. Loan proceeds can be used for payroll costs, interest on most mortgages and rent and utilities costs over the 8-week period after the loan is made. Eligible small businesses should start preparing a documentation checklist and identifying lender(s) that are accepting new PPP applications. For more information, potential borrowers may contact either a participating lender or the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) by visiting the SBDC website or calling 562-938-5100. Additional information can be found on the Small Business Administration (SBA) website.
Business Financial Assistance (Videos)
Please see the video links for additional information about business financial assistance below.
- Long Beach Emergency Microloan Program
- Kiva Long Beach Loan Program
- Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
- Paycheck Protection Program
Free Virtual Business Consultation
Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is the most comprehensive small business assistance network in the country and its territories. The SBDC is providing free virtual business consultation and is assisting small businesses with disaster preparedness and recovery. Business consultants are available to help answer questions regarding supply chain disruption and liability, technology plans for setting up remote work stations for employees, concerns about cashflow during disruption and concerns about credit and finance issues. For business consultation assistance, contact the local SBDC at 562-938-5100 or visit the SBDC website.
