Gov. Wolf Visits UPMC Pinnacle Community Osteopathic, Thanks Staff, Discusses Required Mask-wearing Benefits
As health care professionals work the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic and the commonwealth continues to emphasize the importance of mask-wearing and social distancing to protect all, Gov. Tom Wolf visited UPMC Pinnacle Community Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisburg to thank staff and stress why mask-wearing is a requirement to fight the spread of COVID-19.
“The past four months have not been easy, but you all have done a tremendous job working on the front lines to save lives,” Gov. Wolf said. “On behalf of all Pennsylvanians, I thank you for the work you’ve done.”
The Wolf administration’s measured approach to reopening was instrumental in keeping cases from escalating as the state reopens, and mask-wearing continues to be vital to keep Pennsylvanians safe. Last week, the governor reminded Pennsylvanians that wearing a mask is mandatory inside businesses. Everyone, including workers and customers, must wear a mask unless they have a medical reason not to or are under the age of 2. For additional information, see a copy of the news release here.
Wolf Administration: CARES Act Funding for Small Businesses Now Available
Gov. Tom Wolf announced that small businesses across Pennsylvania can apply for grants to offset lost revenue caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting shutdown order.
The COVID-19 Relief Statewide Small Business Assistance program, announced in June, will provide $225 million in grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to eligible businesses through Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding.
Eligible businesses may apply for the COVID-19 Relief Statewide Small Business Assistance program here. The first application window will remain open for 10 days. Applications will continue to be accepted after 10 business days but will be considered for future rounds of funding, as this is not a first-come, first-served program. Applications will be prioritized and selected for funding based on the program criteria.
The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) will distribute the funds to the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), which will then administer the funding in the form of grants. For additional information, see a copy of the news release here.
Case Number Update
The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed that as of July 1 at midnight there are 636 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 87,242. All 67 counties in Pennsylvania have cases of COVID-19. |
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