Direct staff to improve small business data collection and funding support
In Plain English
A Richmond volunteer presented research on federal relief programs and restaurant funding opportunities. City staff will study how to better track local small business data and help businesses access state and federal grants. Staff returns in 45 days with specific recommendations.
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Votes
To approve direction to staff and direct staff to apply for the Community Navigator grant
7 to 0
Public Comments
5 public comments — 5 spoken
- James LeeIn person
- Katrinka RukIn person
- Gonzalo OchoaIn person
- Emily RossIn person
- Brenda PosadaIn person
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