County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer and Business Affairs

Haven't completed your taxes yet? Get all the info you need to make this #TaxSeason a smooth one. Check out our video to learn about credits that can help you and your family and text "TAXCREDITSLA" to 211-211 to learn more!

Don't leave money on the table! Join us next Wednesday to learn about tax credits that can help you and your family! RSVP: bit.ly/COVIDconvos

You can talk to a #FinancialNavigator over the phone for free to get guidance on enrolling for unemployment insurance, food security benefits, and other resources sign up at bit.ly/FinNav or call 800-593-8222.

TODAY: Get prepared to apply to the U.S. Small Business Administration Restaurant Revitalization Fund with a webinar at 2:30 pm! This event is available in multiple languages. RSVP: bit.ly/SBArestaurantfund

TOMORROW: Fill out the U.S. Small Business Administration Restaurant Revitalization Fund application with us! We'll help guide you through the process. RSVP: bit.ly/smbizcouncil2021

Do you own a small business? Join us tomorrow to learn what you need to know about #Covid19 Vaccinations and the New California Family Rights Act. RSVP: bit.ly/dcbaBizEvents Bet Tzedek - The House of Justice

Stressed about your finances? Our Financial Navigators program helps residents deal with the financial impact of COVID-19 through free, remote assistance in navigating financial issues & referrals to resources. Sign up here: bit.ly/FinNav or call 800-593-8222.

The County of Los Angeles is looking for feedback from employees and labor associations on a proposed #COVID19 Recovery Charge, which would temporarily allow restaurants, breweries, and wineries to apply a surcharge for onsite dining only. Please complete our survey by this Friday, February 26: bit.ly/LaborSurvey

The County of Los Angeles invites you to a series of virtual public meetings on COVID Property Owner Protections. The first meeting is this Thursday, February 25 at 10:30 am. Join the meeting using this link: http://bit.ly/3dFOXJW Property owners and organizations representing property owners, please complete a short survey today to provide info on topics of interest to you for future meetings. ... Survey Link: http://bit.ly/2NAzSP9

Do you owe rent because of the COVID-19 pandemic? Did you know there are more laws than ever that protect and empower tenants and that can help you stay in your... home? Join a workshop today to learn more at stayhousedla.org Workshops available this week: Monday, Feb 22 -10 am hosted by Coalition for Economic Survival CES) Tuesday, Feb 23 -10 am hosted by Coalition for Economic Survival (CES) Wednesday, Feb 24 -6 pm hosted by Coalition for Economic Survival (CES)

Join us this Wednesday at noon for our next #SmallClaims Webinar! Learn the basics of Small Claims: Filing the case Serving court papers... Preparing for trial Collecting the money you win RSVP: bit.ly/SmallClaimsWebinars

Our Center for Financial Empowerment is celebrating America Saves Week! Make a commitment to yourself to save more effectively with a savings plan! Take the America Saves Pledge to get started and receive tips, reminders, and nudges along your savings journey.

#BusinessOwners: Are you ready to grow online? eBay’s 6-week Up & Running California program can help. Virtual training, expert coaching, and more. 100% free and open to eligible businesses. ... Learn more and apply by 3/11 at ebay.com/California. Office of the Small Business Advocate California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

#SuperBowl LVI Business Connect Program deadline is Tuesday, February 23! Learn more & apply: lasuperbowlhc.com/get-involved/business-connect/

Beware of vaccine scams If someone offers to sell you the COVID-19 vaccine or a chance to get vaccinated before it's your turn, it's a SCAM.

#Recall alert: Trader Joe’s Lightly Salted Edamame Get the full details through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's alert below.

NEW GRANT: Eligible #SmallBiz owners can apply for up to $25,000 in grant support from FOUND/L.A., a collaborative of community partners. Round 1 Deadline: Sunday, December 20 Learn more: bit.ly/FoundLA

Join us today at 1 p.m. to learn how the County of Los Angeles is supporting essential workers through various programs and services. Monica Nguyen, GAIN progr...am director for LA County’s Department of Public Social Services, will join Rose Basmadzhyan of County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer and Business Affairs, Michael Nobleza of Los Angeles County Office of Immigrant Affairs, and Dana Hadl of Bet Tzedek - The House of Justice to promote programs that help people who are currently unemployed or who are essential workers. Join our virtual discussion and learn about vital resources that could help you and community get through this COVID-19 crisis. The Office of Immigrants Affairs and LA County are hosting this event. Ethnic Media Services will moderate this informative virtual gathering. For more details, see the flyer below. Or, click here to register for this free event: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZMldOGgrTIvHt2EqbRk126v9SZ_OYHEg

We've partnered with L.A. County Registrar-Recorder to develop a new reporting tool giving voters and residents the ability to report damaged Ballot Drop Boxes, and suspicious unofficial ballot drop boxes and ballot collection. More info: ow.ly/tWPO30rgwOv... #EveryVoteIn #LAVotes #VoteSafe2020

Together with Stay Housed Los Angeles County we're making sure that #tenants know their rights and have the legal assistance to back them up. For more information visit stayhousedla.org. El Departamento de Consumidores y Asuntos Comerciales del Condado de Los Ángeles es el orgulloso patrocinador de @stayhousedla. Juntos protegeremos los derechos de inquilinos con asistencia legal. Para más información, visite stayhousedla.org

Did you know that voters have 10 consecutive days before Election Day to vote in-person at ANY participating Vote Center in the County? Save time and speed up the process of in-person voting by using the Interactive Ballot Sample!

Check out this FB Live event for businesses today at 1 pm! Share with your favorite local #SmallBiz. Join the event here: facebook.com/LACBizDev

Applications close today! Visit revitalizationgrant.lacda.org for more info.

Did you know that CA state law prohibits landlords from evicting tenants for not paying rent through January 2021 as long as you pay 25% of what is owed?

Keep your family safe from COVID-19 by voting from home this year! Simply fill out your Vote by Mail ballot and drop it in your mailbox! You could also return it in-person at any Official Ballot Drop Box or Vote Center! Make your plan to vote from home: plan.lavote.net... #EveryVoteIn #LAVotes #YourHomeisYourVoteCenter

We're celebrating #MediationWeek by sharing the wonderful work of our dispute resolution team! Check out their latest video and learn how mediation can help you: dcba.lacounty.gov/mediation #MediationWeek2020

GRANT OPPORTUNITY: Round 2 of the Small Business Revitalization Grant is now open! Businesses located in the City of Los Angeles are now eligible to apply in this round. Learn more and apply at revitalizationgrant.lacda.org by October 26 at 11:59 p.m.... Los Angeles County Development Authority

Join us next week for another FREE webinar with our non-profit legal partner Bet Tzedek - The House of Justice. Learn about contracts basics for Small Businesses! Register: bit.ly/dcbaBizEvents

GRANT OPPORTUNITY: Licensed family child care homes and child care centers affected by COVID-19 in the City of L.A. Applications are due Monday, October 26, 2020 by 12:00 pm. Learn more and apply: laecefund.org

Disaster recovery loans are now available to County of Los Angeles residents and businesses who suffered damage as a result of the #BobcatFire. Apply today: Visit disasterloanassistance.sba.gov or (800) 659-2955 ... Our L.A. County Disaster Help Center is also available to help. (833) 238-4450

Learn & apply practical business tips and techniques to survive the current economic crisis. Sign up for these workshops today! Oct 23... 10:00 am Register: bit.ly/smbizstrong See more