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COVID-19 Updates and Resources

Last Updated: September 10, 2021

Boulder County COVID Business Liaison Team Contact Information

COVIDbiz@bouldercounty.org
720-776-0822

Boulder County Current Status

Boulder County Public Health is following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) comprehensive data tracking system to determine transmission levels. The CDC’s system tracks COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, testing and other metrics to define four levels of community transmission, low, moderate, substantial and high, based on percent of positive tests and the number of cases per 100,000 people. The County Level View displays this information for Boulder County.

Boulder County is currently in:

  • High Transmission, which is the highest level of transmission of COVID-19 under the CDC transmission tracker due to the Delta variant. All individuals 2+ are required to wear masks in all indoor settings regardless of vaccination status. View current facial covering requirements and recommendations.
  • Masks are required in indoor spaces during periods of substantial and high transmission.
  • If Boulder County is in substantial or high transmission status for five consecutive days, masks are required in public indoor spaces.
  • Once transmission decreases to moderate or low levels for 21 consecutive days, masks will no longer be required in public indoor spaces. However, individuals may still choose to wear them, and businesses may still implement policies requiring them.

Latest Updates

Boulder County Indoor Mask Order – Public Health Order 2021-08
September 3, 2021

SUMMARY: Masking is required in all indoor public spaces regardless of vaccination status.  There is no individual vaccination exception to masking.  However, indoor public spaces, i.e. a business or an office, may implement a policy that requires proof of vaccination for ALL people entering their spaces (including visitors, members of public, and employees) and based on that may apply for a Vaccine Passport Exception through Boulder County Public Health.  A “mask or be vaccinated” policy is not sufficient.

FAQs on mask order

FAQs on vaccine passport

To support the safety of all the community members, including children who are not eligible for vaccination, Boulder County Public Health (BCPH) issued Public Health Order 2021-08. The order, approved by Board of Health on Sept. 2, requires mask wearing in all indoor public spaces for all individuals 2 years and older regardless of vaccination status and went into effect on Friday, Sept. 3 at 5pm. Here are the key components of the order:

      • Public Health Order 2021-08 requires that all individuals age two and older, regardless of vaccination status, wear a face covering in all public indoor spaces in Boulder County. There is no individual vaccination exception to masking.
      • Public Indoor Spaces: The Order applies to public indoor spaces, including but not limited to public transportation, private and public offices, retail stores, personal services, restaurants, bars, event centers, gyms, recreation centers, and manufacturing facilities.  The Order does not apply to private homes, although Boulder County Public Health recommends wearing a face covering when around individuals from another household, particularly if at least one individual is not fully vaccinated.
      • Outdoor Spaces: The Order does not require wearing a mask in any outdoor space. Whenever possible, businesses and individuals should participate in activities with members of different households outside. Please see this resource to determine if your space is considered “indoor” or “outdoor”.
      • Limited Exemptions (Particular Individuals):
        • Individuals under the age of 2
        • Those who cannot medically tolerate a face covering – Individuals who cannot medically tolerate a face covering may be exempt from the Order in circumstances required by federal or state law due to a disability or other covered legal circumstance. Businesses should review the State’s Civil Rights Guidance and consult with an attorney as appropriate.
      • Limited Exceptions (Temporary Activities): The Order does have limited exceptions for individuals to remove their mask while performing or participating in the following activities for the duration of that activity only:
        • Individuals who are hearing impaired, or otherwise disabled, or who are communicating with someone who is hearing impaired, or otherwise disabled, and where the ability to see their mouth is essential to communication;
        • Individuals who are seated at a food service establishment or actively eating or drinking ;
        • Individuals who are asked to temporarily remove their Face Covering for identification purposes in furtherance of a particular service requiring legal identification;
        • Individuals who are actively engaged in a public safety role such as law enforcement personnel, firefighters, or emergency medical personnel;
        • Individuals who are actively engaged in a performing arts performance, leading religious services, or other similar activities, so long as the individual maintains at least twelve (12) feet distance from non-household members indoors; SEE UPDATED FAQ ANSWER FOR PERFORMANCES
        • Individuals who are receiving a personal, religious, or medical service where the temporary removal of a face covering is necessary to perform the service;
        • Individuals who are alone in an enclosed room or only with members of their same household in an enclosed room;
        • Individuals who are in a swimming pool and actively engaged in a pool activity in which their face covering might become wet; and
        • Individuals participating in certain indoor sports activities as permitted by Boulder County Public Health’s sports guidance.
        • Individuals inside an Approved Fully Vaccinated Facility whose owner or operator has submitted and obtained explicit approval from Boulder County Public Health for an exception or exceptions to this mask order as defined in the Approved Fully Vaccinated Facility Guidance. Check out the temporary attestation for businesses already following these practices and more information on the program here.
      • Required Signage: All businesses must post signs at entrance(s) instructing individuals of their legal obligation under this Order. See signage options below.
      • Order Expiration: Masks are required in indoor spaces during periods of substantial and high transmission on the CDC Tracker. If Boulder County is in substantial or high transmission status for five consecutive days, masks are required in public indoor spaces. Once transmission decreases to moderate or low levels for 21 consecutive days, masks will no longer be required in public indoor spaces. However, individuals may still choose to wear them, and businesses may still implement policies requiring them.
      • Masks: Boulder County recommends wearing a surgical mask, N95, or KN95 when possible, though cloth masks that comply with CDC mask guidance meet the requirements of the order.

Masks Required In PK-12 and Childcare Settings

To protect health and support continued in-person learning in PK-12 schools and childcare settings, Boulder County Public Health previously issued Public Health Order 2021-07 requiring facial coverings, and that order is still in effect.

Vaccines and Business: Denver Chamber Webinar

Should I still require masks in my business? Should I require vaccines for my team? Should I require proof of vaccine for my customers? In this webinar, legal and health experts answer your questions.

DISCLAIMER:
This information in this presentation is accurate as of August 31, 2021. However, because the law in this area is changing rapidly, continued accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Business Resources

Fully Vaccinated Facility Program

As part of the mask order, Boulder County Public Health is offering the opportunity for businesses and facilities who implement vaccine requirements for guests and employees (a vaccine passport) to obtain an exception to the mask order. Facilities and businesses that obtain this approval are “Fully Vaccinated Facilities” under this program. This is a voluntary program.

  • Boulder County Public Health is NOT yet accepting full applications for the Vaccine Passport Program
  • Temporary applications are accepted for facilities already implementing Vaccine Passport policies

For more information on the temporary application and the Fully Vaccinated Facilities Program, please visit the website

NOTE: The order does not permit “proof of vaccination OR mask” policies.  A business must require all individuals entering the facility to show proof of vaccination in order to go maskless through the Fully Vaccinated Facilities Program. For more information, consult the< vaccine passport facility program.

Business Signage

If an Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19

  • If two or more employees test positive within a 14 day period, it may be considered an outbreak, and the employer must contact the Boulder County Epidemiology team at: covid19epiline@bouldercounty.org to report the outbreak and work on a mitigation plan to reduce further spread of the virus.
    1. Send the employee home immediately; they must isolate for at least 10 days and according to public health requirements
    2. Clean and disinfect all surfaces, provide extra ventilation
    3. Require all employees who had close contact with the person who tested positive (e.g. was within 6 feet for cumulative 15 minutes within a 24-hour period, regardless of mask wearing) to quarantine at home for 14 days. A negative test result does not remove the requirement to quarantine because it can take up to 14 days for the virus to become detectable. We know this requirement can be challenging when running a business. Please reach out to us for support.

Reporting Illness

The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 is to separate those who are ill or test positive from those who are well.

  • According to the Public Health Emergency Whistleblower Law (PHEW) employers cannot discipline, cut hours, reduce wages, or fire an employee for asking their options about taking leave, taking time off they are entitled to, or asking about their rights.
  • The law also applies to employees working as independent contractors and those who are undocumented.

Resources

Local Resources

Reporting Concerns
  • If gathering in progress and needs to be disbursed – contact local non-emergency dispatch:
    • Boulder: 303-441-3333
    • Longmont: 303-651-8501
    • On CU Campus: 303-492-6666
    • Unincorporated Boulder County, Lafayette, Louisville, Erie, Jamestown, Lyons, Nederland, Niwot, Superior, Ward: 303-441-4444
  • All other concerns/violations – report to Call Center for BCPH enforcement follow-up
  • Can also report online using BCPH form.

Financial Resources

The Boulder SBDC has partnered with the Boulder County Commissioners’ Office to provide a comprehensive list of federal, state and local funding opportunities for Boulder County-based businesses. This list is updated regularly. Each program has a short description, eligibility, funding amounts and a deadline to apply: bouldersbdc.com/covid-19/covid-funding

Restaurant Revitalization Fund
The Restaurant Revitalization Fund (Fondo de revitalización de restaurantes), part of the American Rescue Plan Act, will provide $28.6 billion in grants to restaurants and bars in need. This fund will offer grants to hard-hit restaurants and bars, with restaurants able to apply for grants based on lost revenue. Five billion dollars of that total will be set aside expressly for businesses with 2019 gross receipts of less than $500,000. How to apply – SBA started accepting applications via the application portal on Monday, May 3. The application portal will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted.

Colorado launches CLIMBER Small Business Loan Fund
The state and its partners launched the Colorado Loans for Increasing Mainstreet Business and Economic Recovery (CLIMBER). CLIMBER is a statewide loan fund that will provide up to $250 million in working capital to Colorado small businesses through 2023. Lenders, CDFIs, credit unions, and nonprofit lenders can participate and provide loans for their small business customers needing financial assistance. Small businesses with 5 to 99 employees that were financially stable before the pandemic but now need help to survive may apply for working capital loans between $30,000 and $500,000. Below-market interest rates and a 1-year deferred payment option make the program a secure recovery option for small businesses. Find a participating lender to start your application.

Colorado Revolving Loan Fund
The Colorado Revolving Loan Fund provides loans that help small to medium-sized Colorado businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. These loans range from $5,000 to $750,000. These loans are intended to provide startup and working capital that will help create and retain jobs across Colorado. The maximum interest rate is 10%, and the expected average interest rate of these loans is 4%. Loans may be character-based and may have terms up to 20 years based on the type of loan. How to apply – Urban businesses should contact Colorado Lending Source or the Colorado Enterprise Fund.

2021 Boulder SB20B-001 Small Business COVID-19 Grant Relief Program

Boulder County, in partnership with local government and nonprofit partners, will be administrating a small business grant program to specific businesses in January funded by the State of Colorado. Senate Bill 20B-001, passed by a special session of the Colorado legislature and signed by Governor Polis in December, has specified that eligibility for the funding be limited to the following types of businesses:

  • Restaurants
  • Bars (including breweries, wineries, and distilleries)
  • Caterers
  • Movie theaters
  • Gyms
  • Recreation centers

To qualify, businesses must have began operating prior to March 26, 2020. For any business that started its operations before Jan. 1, 2020, the business must have experienced at least a 20% reduction in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. If a business began its operations after Jan. 1, 2020, but before March 26, it does not have to meet this criteria to be eligible.

Awards will range up to $7,000 as specified in Colorado Senate Bill 20B-001.

The online application website will open at noon on Friday, Jan. 8 and be available until 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021. Successful grantees will receive the grant award on or before Feb. 11, 2021.

“Boulder County’s small businesses are the heart of our local economy and jobs people depend on,” said Boulder County Commissioner Matt Jones.” We’re excited to partner with the state of Colorado to provide this economic relief to small businesses as part of our robust pandemic response that also includes our public health response, food and housing support for individuals and families, assistance securing unemployment benefits, and more.”

Eligibility Criteria (as determined by SB 20B-001):

  1. Only restaurants, bars (including breweries, wineries, distilleries), caterers, movie theaters, and gyms or recreation centers are eligible to apply.
  2. Business must provide evidence of at least 20% revenue loss since March 26, 2020, as a result of the restrictions imposed on the business due to the COVID-19 pandemic, except if the business began operating on or after Jan. 1, 2020 and on or before March 26, 2020.
  3. Business began operation before March 26, 2020.
  4. Businesses must be in good standing with the State of Colorado.
  5. Businesses must operate in Boulder County, including any city or town in Boulder County and the unincorporated areas of the county.
  6. Business must be in compliance with current public health orders.

Small businesses that have applied for funding from the Colorado Arts Relief Program are NOT eligible to apply to this new Boulder County Small Business Relief Program. Please see oedit.colorado.gov/colorado-arts-relief-grant for more information about the Arts program.

Businesses that received a grant award from a previous round of Boulder County Small Business Relief Grants, a Small Business Relief Program from any city or town, the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), or Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, or other relief program ARE eligible to apply.

Funding for this program was provided by the General Assembly and the Governor during the special legislative session earlier in December. A total of $37 million was made available pursuant to SB 20B-001, a measure to provide additional financial assistance to small businesses that state policymakers considered to be especially hard-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.How to Apply

When the application website opens, applicants will be required to provide the following information to confirm program eligibility and assist the county in understanding the economic impact of the pandemic:

  • If in operation in 2019: 2019 Federal Business Tax Return, 2019 Colorado State Business Tax Return and 2020 Profit & Loss or Revenue Statement that covers the date the business began operating THROUGH Dec. 31, 2020
  • If not in operation in 2019, Interim 2020 Profit & Loss or Revenue Statement as proof of 2020 revenue loss if operation began before January 1, 2020
  • Valid, government issued identification of the applicant (driver’s license, ID card, passport, etc.)
  • Completed IRS form W-9 for the applicant business

More information on how to apply and the eligibility requirements is be available at boco.org/state-funded-small-business-c19-grants.

For more small business information and support, including additional opportunities for financial support, business owners should check out the Boulder Small Business Development Center including weekly webinars and direct one-on-one advising services. More information is available at bouldersbdc.com, by email at admin@bouldersbdc.com, or by calling 303-442-1475. Additional information and resources area also available on the county website at boco.org/COVID-19ResourcesForBusinesses.

Employee Resources

Paid Sick Leave Available to All Employees for COVID-19 Vaccination

Did you know all employers must provide paid sick leave to employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine, or if an employee needs to take time to recover from the side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine? View additional details on the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act at cdle.colorado.gov.

Health Resources

Vaccination

Click here for a list of short-term vaccination clinics (September 2021)
Click here for a list of long-term vaccination clinics (September 2021)

All Coloradans over the age of 12 are be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

State of Colorado Vaccine Information: For Coloradans | Colorado COVID-19 Updates
Boulder County Vaccine Update Information: COVID-19 Vaccines – Boulder County
List of Vaccine Providers and Community Vaccination Sites: Where can I get vaccinated? | Colorado COVID-19 Updates

For more information on the COVID-19 vaccine, please call: 1-877-CO VAX CO (1-877-268-2926) Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Answers available in multiple languages.

Workplace Vaccination Clinics

Colorado is offering a new workplace vaccination program, which will allow employers, unions, and trade associations of any size to provide their workers with more opportunities to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in a familiar and convenient location. Employers can enroll and request a free, on-site vaccination event by filling out a Google form – there is no workplace too small to get vaccinated! All staffing, logistics, and vaccine supplies will be coordinated and provided by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

Request Form: Workplace Vaccination Program Event Request Form (google.com)

Testing Resources

Free COVID-19 testing is available at several community testing sites for anyone who would like to be tested. Symptomatic community members are still encouraged to get tested even if they have been vaccinated. Information about testing sites (free and paid) can be accessed here.

Isolation, Quarantine, and Outbreaks

All individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 or who have been a close contact of a person with COVID-19 infection, whether symptomatic or asymptomatic, and all individuals who are symptomatic with COVID-19 symptoms as defined by CDPHE are required to isolate or quarantine pursuant to Boulder County Public Health’s General Isolation and Quarantine Guidance by Vaccination Status unless otherwise directed by Boulder County Public Health.

Please review the following sites for up-to-date information on outbreaks, isolation and quarantines.

This chart is available to help navigate isolation and quarantine guidance.

Boulder County Current Status

Boulder County Public Health is following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) comprehensive data tracking system to determine transmission levels. The CDC’s system tracks COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, testing and other metrics to define four levels of community transmission, low, moderate, substantial and high, based on percent of positive tests and the number of cases per 100,000 people. The County Level View displays this information for Boulder County.

Boulder County is currently in:

  • High Transmission, which is the highest level of transmission of COVID-19 under the CDC transmission tracker due to the Delta variant. All individuals 2+ are required to wear masks in all indoor settings regardless of vaccination status. View current facial covering requirements and recommendations.
  • Masks are required in indoor spaces during periods of substantial and high transmission.
  • If Boulder County is in substantial or high transmission status for five consecutive days, masks are required in public indoor spaces.
  • Once transmission decreases to moderate or low levels for 21 consecutive days, masks will no longer be required in public indoor spaces. However, individuals may still choose to wear them, and businesses may still implement policies requiring them.

Latest Updates

Boulder County Indoor Mask Order – Public Health Order 2021-08
September 3, 2021

SUMMARY: Masking is required in all indoor public spaces regardless of vaccination status.  There is no individual vaccination exception to masking.  However, indoor public spaces, i.e. a business or an office, may implement a policy that requires proof of vaccination for ALL people entering their spaces (including visitors, members of public, and employees) and based on that may apply for a Vaccine Passport Exception through Boulder County Public Health.  A “mask or be vaccinated” policy is not sufficient.

FAQs on mask order

FAQs on vaccine passport

To support the safety of all the community members, including children who are not eligible for vaccination, Boulder County Public Health (BCPH) issued Public Health Order 2021-08. The order, approved by Board of Health on Sept. 2, requires mask wearing in all indoor public spaces for all individuals 2 years and older regardless of vaccination status and went into effect on Friday, Sept. 3 at 5pm. Here are the key components of the order:

      • Public Health Order 2021-08 requires that all individuals age two and older, regardless of vaccination status, wear a face covering in all public indoor spaces in Boulder County. There is no individual vaccination exception to masking.
      • Public Indoor Spaces: The Order applies to public indoor spaces, including but not limited to public transportation, private and public offices, retail stores, personal services, restaurants, bars, event centers, gyms, recreation centers, and manufacturing facilities.  The Order does not apply to private homes, although Boulder County Public Health recommends wearing a face covering when around individuals from another household, particularly if at least one individual is not fully vaccinated.
      • Outdoor Spaces: The Order does not require wearing a mask in any outdoor space. Whenever possible, businesses and individuals should participate in activities with members of different households outside. Please see this resource to determine if your space is considered “indoor” or “outdoor”.
      • Limited Exemptions (Particular Individuals):
        • Individuals under the age of 2
        • Those who cannot medically tolerate a face covering – Individuals who cannot medically tolerate a face covering may be exempt from the Order in circumstances required by federal or state law due to a disability or other covered legal circumstance. Businesses should review the State’s Civil Rights Guidance and consult with an attorney as appropriate.
      • Limited Exceptions (Temporary Activities): The Order does have limited exceptions for individuals to remove their mask while performing or participating in the following activities for the duration of that activity only:
        • Individuals who are hearing impaired, or otherwise disabled, or who are communicating with someone who is hearing impaired, or otherwise disabled, and where the ability to see their mouth is essential to communication;
        • Individuals who are seated at a food service establishment or actively eating or drinking ;
        • Individuals who are asked to temporarily remove their Face Covering for identification purposes in furtherance of a particular service requiring legal identification;
        • Individuals who are actively engaged in a public safety role such as law enforcement personnel, firefighters, or emergency medical personnel;
        • Individuals who are actively engaged in a performing arts performance, leading religious services, or other similar activities, so long as the individual maintains at least twelve (12) feet distance from non-household members indoors; SEE UPDATED FAQ ANSWER FOR PERFORMANCES
        • Individuals who are receiving a personal, religious, or medical service where the temporary removal of a face covering is necessary to perform the service;
        • Individuals who are alone in an enclosed room or only with members of their same household in an enclosed room;
        • Individuals who are in a swimming pool and actively engaged in a pool activity in which their face covering might become wet; and
        • Individuals participating in certain indoor sports activities as permitted by Boulder County Public Health’s sports guidance.
        • Individuals inside an Approved Fully Vaccinated Facility whose owner or operator has submitted and obtained explicit approval from Boulder County Public Health for an exception or exceptions to this mask order as defined in the Approved Fully Vaccinated Facility Guidance. Check out the temporary attestation for businesses already following these practices and more information on the program here.
      • Required Signage: All businesses must post signs at entrance(s) instructing individuals of their legal obligation under this Order. See signage options below.
      • Order Expiration: Masks are required in indoor spaces during periods of substantial and high transmission on the CDC Tracker. If Boulder County is in substantial or high transmission status for five consecutive days, masks are required in public indoor spaces. Once transmission decreases to moderate or low levels for 21 consecutive days, masks will no longer be required in public indoor spaces. However, individuals may still choose to wear them, and businesses may still implement policies requiring them.
      • Masks: Boulder County recommends wearing a surgical mask, N95, or KN95 when possible, though cloth masks that comply with CDC mask guidance meet the requirements of the order.

Masks Required In PK-12 and Childcare Settings

To protect health and support continued in-person learning in PK-12 schools and childcare settings, Boulder County Public Health previously issued Public Health Order 2021-07 requiring facial coverings, and that order is still in effect.

Vaccines and Business: Denver Chamber Webinar

Should I still require masks in my business? Should I require vaccines for my team? Should I require proof of vaccine for my customers? In this webinar, legal and health experts answer your questions.

DISCLAIMER:
This information in this presentation is accurate as of August 31, 2021. However, because the law in this area is changing rapidly, continued accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Business Resources

Fully Vaccinated Facility Program

As part of the mask order, Boulder County Public Health is offering the opportunity for businesses and facilities who implement vaccine requirements for guests and employees (a vaccine passport) to obtain an exception to the mask order. Facilities and businesses that obtain this approval are “Fully Vaccinated Facilities” under this program. This is a voluntary program.

  • Boulder County Public Health is NOT yet accepting full applications for the Vaccine Passport Program
  • Temporary applications are accepted for facilities already implementing Vaccine Passport policies

For more information on the temporary application and the Fully Vaccinated Facilities Program, please visit the website

NOTE: The order does not permit “proof of vaccination OR mask” policies.  A business must require all individuals entering the facility to show proof of vaccination in order to go maskless through the Fully Vaccinated Facilities Program. For more information, consult the< vaccine passport facility program.

Business Signage

If an Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19

  • If two or more employees test positive within a 14 day period, it may be considered an outbreak, and the employer must contact the Boulder County Epidemiology team at: covid19epiline@bouldercounty.org to report the outbreak and work on a mitigation plan to reduce further spread of the virus.
    1. Send the employee home immediately; they must isolate for at least 10 days and according to public health requirements
    2. Clean and disinfect all surfaces, provide extra ventilation
    3. Require all employees who had close contact with the person who tested positive (e.g. was within 6 feet for cumulative 15 minutes within a 24-hour period, regardless of mask wearing) to quarantine at home for 14 days. A negative test result does not remove the requirement to quarantine because it can take up to 14 days for the virus to become detectable. We know this requirement can be challenging when running a business. Please reach out to us for support.

Reporting Illness

The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 is to separate those who are ill or test positive from those who are well.

  • According to the Public Health Emergency Whistleblower Law (PHEW) employers cannot discipline, cut hours, reduce wages, or fire an employee for asking their options about taking leave, taking time off they are entitled to, or asking about their rights.
  • The law also applies to employees working as independent contractors and those who are undocumented.

Resources

Local Resources

Reporting Concerns
  • If gathering in progress and needs to be disbursed – contact local non-emergency dispatch:
    • Boulder: 303-441-3333
    • Longmont: 303-651-8501
    • On CU Campus: 303-492-6666
    • Unincorporated Boulder County, Lafayette, Louisville, Erie, Jamestown, Lyons, Nederland, Niwot, Superior, Ward: 303-441-4444
  • All other concerns/violations – report to Call Center for BCPH enforcement follow-up
  • Can also report online using BCPH form.

Financial Resources

The Boulder SBDC has partnered with the Boulder County Commissioners’ Office to provide a comprehensive list of federal, state and local funding opportunities for Boulder County-based businesses. This list is updated regularly. Each program has a short description, eligibility, funding amounts and a deadline to apply: bouldersbdc.com/covid-19/covid-funding

Restaurant Revitalization Fund
The Restaurant Revitalization Fund (Fondo de revitalización de restaurantes), part of the American Rescue Plan Act, will provide $28.6 billion in grants to restaurants and bars in need. This fund will offer grants to hard-hit restaurants and bars, with restaurants able to apply for grants based on lost revenue. Five billion dollars of that total will be set aside expressly for businesses with 2019 gross receipts of less than $500,000. How to apply – SBA started accepting applications via the application portal on Monday, May 3. The application portal will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted.

Colorado launches CLIMBER Small Business Loan Fund
The state and its partners launched the Colorado Loans for Increasing Mainstreet Business and Economic Recovery (CLIMBER). CLIMBER is a statewide loan fund that will provide up to $250 million in working capital to Colorado small businesses through 2023. Lenders, CDFIs, credit unions, and nonprofit lenders can participate and provide loans for their small business customers needing financial assistance. Small businesses with 5 to 99 employees that were financially stable before the pandemic but now need help to survive may apply for working capital loans between $30,000 and $500,000. Below-market interest rates and a 1-year deferred payment option make the program a secure recovery option for small businesses. Find a participating lender to start your application.

Colorado Revolving Loan Fund
The Colorado Revolving Loan Fund provides loans that help small to medium-sized Colorado businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. These loans range from $5,000 to $750,000. These loans are intended to provide startup and working capital that will help create and retain jobs across Colorado. The maximum interest rate is 10%, and the expected average interest rate of these loans is 4%. Loans may be character-based and may have terms up to 20 years based on the type of loan. How to apply – Urban businesses should contact Colorado Lending Source or the Colorado Enterprise Fund.

Employee Resources

Paid Sick Leave Available to All Employees for COVID-19 Vaccination

Did you know all employers must provide paid sick leave to employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine, or if an employee needs to take time to recover from the side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine? View additional details on the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act at cdle.colorado.gov.

Health Resources

Vaccination

Click here for a list of short-term vaccination clinics (September 2021)
Click here for a list of long-term vaccination clinics (September 2021)

All Coloradans over the age of 12 are be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

State of Colorado Vaccine Information: For Coloradans | Colorado COVID-19 Updates
Boulder County Vaccine Update Information: COVID-19 Vaccines – Boulder County
List of Vaccine Providers and Community Vaccination Sites: Where can I get vaccinated? | Colorado COVID-19 Updates

For more information on the COVID-19 vaccine, please call: 1-877-CO VAX CO (1-877-268-2926) Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Answers available in multiple languages.

All Coloradans over the age of 12 are be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

State of Colorado Vaccine Information: For Coloradans | Colorado COVID-19 Updates
Boulder County Vaccine Update Information: COVID-19 Vaccines – Boulder County
List of Vaccine Providers and Community Vaccination Sites: Where can I get vaccinated? | Colorado COVID-19 Updates

For more information on the COVID-19 vaccine, please call: 1-877-CO VAX CO (1-877-268-2926) Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Answers available in multiple languages.

Workplace Vaccination Clinics

Colorado is offering a new workplace vaccination program, which will allow employers, unions, and trade associations of any size to provide their workers with more opportunities to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in a familiar and convenient location. Employers can enroll and request a free, on-site vaccination event by filling out a Google form – there is no workplace too small to get vaccinated! All staffing, logistics, and vaccine supplies will be coordinated and provided by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

Request Form: Workplace Vaccination Program Event Request Form (google.com)

Testing Resources

Free COVID-19 testing is available at several community testing sites for anyone who would like to be tested. Symptomatic community members are still encouraged to get tested even if they have been vaccinated. Information about testing sites (free and paid) can be accessed here.

Isolation, Quarantine, and Outbreaks

All individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 or who have been a close contact of a person with COVID-19 infection, whether symptomatic or asymptomatic, and all individuals who are symptomatic with COVID-19 symptoms as defined by CDPHE are required to isolate or quarantine pursuant to Boulder County Public Health’s General Isolation and Quarantine Guidance by Vaccination Status unless otherwise directed by Boulder County Public Health.

Please review the following sites for up-to-date information on outbreaks, isolation and quarantines.

This chart is available to help navigate isolation and quarantine guidance.