Dozens Of Aurora Businesses Apply For Coronavirus Relief Funds

AURORA, IL — A recently established coronavirus-relief fund is attracting lots of interest from Aurora businesses, with more than 60 applying in just the first few days, the Aurora Beacon-News reports.

The Aurora City Council earlier this month approved a package of relief initiatives, including a $1.2 million Coronavirus Emergency Relief Fund to help small businesses stay afloat. Businesses can apply for grants of up to $15,000 from the city.

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To qualify for a grant, a business must employ no more than 50 people and be in good standing with the state. National, corporate-owned franchises are not eligible for funding, though local franchisees can apply, according to the city’s application.

Click here for more information about what eligible businesses, qualifying expenses and the grant application.

City officials are accepting applications until 5 p.m. March 3.

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The Aurora City Council also approved a three-month break on collecting food and beverage taxes, worth about $1 million, and a further $250,000 in relief to restaurants and bars through a yearlong pause on license fees for businesses with onsite-consumption liquor licenses.

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