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Vacation Rental Update 7/8/20: The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation and the Executive Office of the Governor Ron DeSantis have approved the Manatee County Vacation Rentals Plan for Phased Opening, effective immediately. The plan will be reviewed at least bi-weekly and updated as necessary so please check back often.To read the approved plan in its entirety, please click here.For a helpful rental property cleaning & safety guideline poster, click here.
Helpful COVID-19 Related Materials for the Hospitality & Tourism Industry
Local:
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
- Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Short Term Recovery Plan Manatee County COVID-19 Resources Re-opening Manatee Plan ManateeStrong Facebook Group Recover Manatee – Manatee County Chamber of Commerce Manatee County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resource Page Job Focus – Manatee County Receive local updates to your phone. Text ManateeReady (one word) to 888-777 Manatee County 24/7 Health Line – (941)-748-0747
Health & Travel:
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
- Centers for Disease Control CDC Travel Resources World Health Organization Florida Department of Health Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Data Dashboard Visit Florida FloridaNOW Visit Florida Current Travel Safety TripAdvisor Resources for Restaurants Industry Guidance for Promoting the Health and Safety of All Travelers – US Travel Association AHLA Stay Safe Florida Department of Health 24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121 The CDC has issued new face mask guidance and is asking people to wear masks when out in public. To learn more about face mask coverings, please visit the CDC’s website.
Business Recovery:
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Safety First Small Business Grant Program – Open July 14-24 Short Time Compensation For Employees – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Paycheck Protection Program – U.S. Small Business Administration Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Emergency order #20-52-DOR-001 (extends the final due date for property tax payments) Emergency order #20-52-DOR-002 (extends certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses) VISIT FLORIDA Small Business Tool Kit Florida Department of Revenue COVID-19 Resources U.S. Small Business Administration Webinars The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
Re-employment and Assistance for Service/Hospitality Workers:
- Career Source Florida Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Mobile Friendly Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Bartender Emergency Assistance Program Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) Temporary/Seasonal Jobs – Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Restaurant Employee Relief – National Restaurant Association Above and Beyond Foundation Grants for Hospitality Workers
- Career Source Florida Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Mobile Friendly Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Bartender Emergency Assistance Program Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) Temporary/Seasonal Jobs – Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Restaurant Employee Relief – National Restaurant Association Above and Beyond Foundation Grants for Hospitality Workers
- Career Source Florida Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Mobile Friendly Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Bartender Emergency Assistance Program Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) Temporary/Seasonal Jobs – Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Restaurant Employee Relief – National Restaurant Association Above and Beyond Foundation Grants for Hospitality Workers
- Career Source Florida Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Mobile Friendly Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Bartender Emergency Assistance Program Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) Temporary/Seasonal Jobs – Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Restaurant Employee Relief – National Restaurant Association Above and Beyond Foundation Grants for Hospitality Workers
- Career Source Florida Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Mobile Friendly Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Bartender Emergency Assistance Program Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) Temporary/Seasonal Jobs – Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Restaurant Employee Relief – National Restaurant Association Above and Beyond Foundation Grants for Hospitality Workers
- Career Source Florida Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Mobile Friendly Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Bartender Emergency Assistance Program Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) Temporary/Seasonal Jobs – Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Restaurant Employee Relief – National Restaurant Association Above and Beyond Foundation Grants for Hospitality Workers
- Career Source Florida Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Mobile Friendly Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Bartender Emergency Assistance Program Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) Temporary/Seasonal Jobs – Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Restaurant Employee Relief – National Restaurant Association Above and Beyond Foundation Grants for Hospitality Workers
- Career Source Florida Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Mobile Friendly Reemployment Assistance – Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Bartender Emergency Assistance Program Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) Temporary/Seasonal Jobs – Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Restaurant Employee Relief – National Restaurant Association Above and Beyond Foundation Grants for Hospitality Workers
Arts & Culture Partners:
- Americans for the Arts Resources The Economic Impact on the Arts and Cultural Organizations Survey Florida Humanities CARES Grants Florida Division of Cultural Affairs – Financial Impact Tracker Florida Divison of Cultural Affairs Survey
- Americans for the Arts Resources The Economic Impact on the Arts and Cultural Organizations Survey Florida Humanities CARES Grants Florida Division of Cultural Affairs – Financial Impact Tracker Florida Divison of Cultural Affairs Survey
- Americans for the Arts Resources The Economic Impact on the Arts and Cultural Organizations Survey Florida Humanities CARES Grants Florida Division of Cultural Affairs – Financial Impact Tracker Florida Divison of Cultural Affairs Survey
- Americans for the Arts Resources The Economic Impact on the Arts and Cultural Organizations Survey Florida Humanities CARES Grants Florida Division of Cultural Affairs – Financial Impact Tracker Florida Divison of Cultural Affairs Survey
- Americans for the Arts Resources The Economic Impact on the Arts and Cultural Organizations Survey Florida Humanities CARES Grants Florida Division of Cultural Affairs – Financial Impact Tracker Florida Divison of Cultural Affairs Survey