$5.9M For Hospitality Business Recovery: Info On Chesco Webinar

WEST CHESTER, PA — The hospitality and food industry has been slammed by the pandemic and Chester County is offering a webinar to help local businesses apply for some of the $5.9 million in COVID-19 recovery funds.

At the Chester County Commissioner's March 10 public work session, the county reported it received an update on some very key programs that will directly help residents and businesses that remain impacted by the pandemic.

The COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (CHIRP) is a $5.9 million grant program that will provide grants for Chester County’s restaurants, bars, hotels, and other hospitality businesses.

The Chester County Economic Development Council, Restore Chester County, and the commissioners, are offering a free webinar on Friday, March 12 that will give guidance on how to apply for a grant, and who is eligible.

Information on registration for the webinar can be found here.

Additionally, Chester County commissioners reported the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program will provide $34.5 million to help Chester County’s renters with rent and utility costs.

The county's news release said details of this program will follow in the coming weeks, but renters who are facing challenges in paying rent can register their interest now by calling 2-1-1.

"We are very proud of our county department staff, and our partner agencies. Individuals and teams who are working hard to make initiatives like CHIRP and the rental assistance program happen. We know that they see it as an honor to be given the tools to help others, and their dedication in getting the news out about these programs, and navigating the 'system' for county residents and businesses is admirable," the county's news statement said.

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