Category: Coronavirus

US Small Business Administration Announces Paycheck Protection Program

The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll. SBA will forgive loans if all employees are kept on the payroll for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. You can apply through any … Continued

State of Ohio Revises Stay at Home Order

Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton signed a revised stay at home order that will be in effect April 7 through May 1.  To read the full order, click here.  To read specific information about travel guidelines included in the order click here.

City Municipal Tax Filing Deadline Extended to July 15, 2020

As of Friday afternoon March 27, 2020, the Ohio Tax Commissioner extended the due date for filing and payment of state income tax, which in turn has extended municipal income tax filings and payments. Municipal income returns and payments for tax year 2019 with a due date of April 15, 2020 have been extended to July … Continued

AG Yost Warns of an Outbreak of Scams Related to Coronavirus

3/19/2020 (COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Fear and uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus pandemic could give rise to an outbreak of scams, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost warns. “COVID-19 is not the only thing we have to protect ourselves against,” Yost said. “Thieves and crooks prey on fear and uncertainty. Ohioans need to inoculate themselves against an outbreak … Continued

City of Bedford Building Closures

Dear Residents, The health, safety and general well-being of our community has always been our top priority. Our team has been actively monitoring the current situation surrounding the COVID-19 and are taking necessary measures to safeguard our entire community and staff.  As a result,  effective March 18, 2020, Bedford City Hall and all other City … Continued

City Announces Wellness Check Program

The City of Bedford has a program for residents age 65 and older and/or those who may be isolated and desire a periodic wellness check.  Those who participate in the program will be contacted via telephone by City staff periodically as a means of ensuring the well-being of the resident.  All residents are urged to … Continued

Letter to Residents regarding COVID-19

Click link to read letter from the City Manager Michael S. Mallis regarding decisions the City of Bedford has made pertaining to programming, meetings, services, etc. Resident Letter re COVID-19    

Parks & Recreation Suspends Programming

Edited 4/20/20 The City of Bedford has been working with county and state health officials in regard to COVID-19.  The Governor of Ohio has mandated social distancing and closures during this difficult time.  Due to these mandates and our desire to do all we can to limit exposure and maintain a safe, healthy environment Ellenwood … Continued

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