Small Business Resource Center

COVID-19

UPDATE

Just like you, we’re closely monitoring the latest developments related to Covid-19 (Coronavirus). In the meantime, we’ve compiled a list of resources that may be helpful to your small business.

Small Business Administration

Financial Resources

U.S. Small Business Administration Coronavirus Assistance

Loans of up to $2M to be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses.

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Paycheck Protection Program (CARES ACT)

Providing up to $349B in loans to eligible businesses with less than 500 employees. Importantly, these loans may be forgiven if borrowers maintain their payrolls during the crisis or restore their payrolls afterward.

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The Local Assistance Directory

Find local partners to counsel, mentor and train small businesses.

GET LOCAL ASSISTANCE

Business Resources

By State

The National Governors Association outlines steps

each state is taking to address Covid-19.

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Additional Resources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

CDC guidance for businesses and employers to plan, prepare and respond to the pandemic.

Facebook Small Business Grants Program

Facebook is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits to small business.

Forbes Small Business Relief Tracker

Forbes list of government agencies, private companies and nonprofit organizations that are offering support to small business owners.

Google Ad Credits

Google has dedicated $340 million in ad credits for small and medium-sized businesses with active Google Ad accounts.

ICSC Coronavirus Update

The International Council of Shopping Centers provides U.S. state-by-state business closures and mandates, a summary of legislative action to support relief for small business owners, and more.

Internal Revenue Service

The new July 15 IRS tax filing deadline applies to individuals, corporations, and any type of unincorporated business entity.

Main Street America

Resources, opportunities, and community response examples to help Main Street districts. Includes funding sources, webinars and tip sheets.

Restaurant Worker Relief

A list of national and local relief resources for restaurant workers.

USBG Bartender Emergency Assistance Program

The United States Bartenders’ Guild is offering emergency assistance grants to bartenders.

U.S. Treasury—Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Allows employers to tax-deduct paid sick leave.

Yelp Free Advertising

Yelp is waiving advertising fees for many independent local restaurant and nightlife businesses. Get free access to page upgrades and $100 in free search advertising for restaurant clients offering delivery and/or takeout.

Yelp/GoFundMe Partnership

Yelp has partnered with GoFundMe to provide a fast and simple way for independent businesses to start fundraisers and accept donations through their Yelp pages. The Yelp Foundation and GoFundMe have also pledged to match up to $1 million in donations, with a $500 matching grant to eligible businesses that raise at least $500 on their GoFundMe.

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LATEST UPDATES

POSTED March 21, 2020

CANADA

Premium Outlets Montreal and Toronto Premium Outlets

After extensive discussions with health officials and in recognition of the need to address the spread of COVID-19, Premium Outlets Montreal and Toronto Premium Outlets are temporarily closed.

The health and safety of our shoppers, retailers and employees is of paramount importance and we are taking this step to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our community.

POSTED March 18, 2020

ALL U.S. CENTERS

After extensive discussions with federal, state and local officials and in recognition of the need to address the spread of COVID-19, Simon will close all of its retail properties, including Malls, Premium Outlets and Mills in the U.S.

"The health and safety of our shoppers, retailers and employees is of paramount importance and we are taking this step to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our communities," said David Simon, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Simon.

*Please check center websites for updates.

POSTED March 18, 2020

NEW JERSEY

Menlo Park Mall, Livingston Mall^®, Ocean County Mall^®, Quaker Bridge Mall^®, Shops at Riverside^®, Rockaway Townsquare^®, Newport Centre and Mills at Jersey Gardens^® are Temporarily Closed

On March 17, Governor Murphy ordered all shopping malls to close in New Jersey in response to COVID-19, effective from 8pm.

Governor Murphy clarified that restaurants with their own entrances may remain open for take-out or delivery only.

Each restaurant’s operations and opening hours may vary. Please check their websites for the latest information.

We are closely monitoring the rapidly evolving situation related to COVID-19 with public health officials and will provide updates as they become available.

POSTED March 17, 2020

WISCONSIN

Bay Park Square and Southridge Mall temporarily closed

On March 17, Governor Evers ordered all enclosed shopping malls in Wisconsin to close in response to COVID-19, effective at 5pm, March 17. Accordingly, Bay Park Square and Southridge Mall are temporarily closed.

Governor Evers clarified that restaurants may remain open for takeout or delivery only.

Each restaurant’s operations and hours of operation may vary. Please check their websites for the latest information.

We are closely monitoring the rapidly evolving situation related to COVID-19 with public health officials and will provide updates as they become available.

POSTED March 17, 2020

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CALIFORNIA

Stanford Shopping Center, Stoneridge Shopping Center^®, Gilroy Premium Outlets^®, San Francisco Premium Outlets^® and Great Mall^® are temporarily closed.

In an effort to curb the spread of Coronavirus, on Monday, March 16, Bay Area authorities from San Francisco, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda counties issued a joint “shelter in place” order. The Order instructs all residents to stay at home except to engage in “Essential Activities, Essential Government Functions, or to operate Essential Businesses,” as defined in the Order. We must all adhere strictly to these governmental Orders – these are not merely advice or guidance, but instead mandatory legal requirements.

The Order is effective on Tuesday, March 17th and will continue through Tuesday, April 7th.

Please read and follow the Order which can be found at www.sccgov.org

POSTED March 16, 2020

ALL STATES & CANADA

All Simon Centers

Temporary Operating Hours - In order to support our retailers, employees and local community, and in accordance with the latest CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19, we have temporarily modified our operating hours to 11am to 7pm (Monday through Saturday), and 12pm to 6pm (Sunday), effective from Tuesday, March 17*.

We are closely monitoring the rapidly evolving situation with federal, state and local health officials and will provide any additional updates as they become available.

^*Unless otherwise noted on center website.

POSTED March 15, 2020

PUERTO RICO

Plaza Carolina and Puerto Rico Premium Outlets

On March 15, Governor Wanda Vázquez Garced ordered the temporary closure of all shopping centers and other types of commercial establishments on Puerto Rico until March 30, in response to the Covid-19 virus.

Accordingly, Plaza Carolina and Puerto Rico Premium Outlets will be temporarily closed from 6pm, Sunday, March 15 through March 30.

We are closely monitoring the rapidly evolving situation with public health officials and will provide updates as they become available.

POSTED March 14, 2020

MONTGOMERY, DELAWARE, BUCKS AND CHESTER COUNTIES, PENNSYLVANIA

King of Prussia, Montgomery Mall, Philadelphia Premium Outlets, Oxford Valley Mall and Lincoln Plaza

Gov. Wolf recommended that all non-essential retail close in Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks and Chester counties, Pennsylvania and clarified in a public statement that essential retail is defined as supermarkets, pharmacies and gas stations. Accordingly, we expect that all non-essential tenants of King of Prussia, Montgomery Mall, Philadelphia Premium Outlets, Oxford Valley Mall and Lincoln Plaza adhere to and comply with Gov. Wolf’s recommendation effective immediately. We are closely monitoring the rapidly evolving situation of Covid-19 with public health officials and will provide updates as they become available.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Just like you, we are closely monitoring the latest developments related to Covid-19 (Coronavirus) and you can always receive real time updates here.

Any questions can be directed to your Simon contact or emailed to media@simon.com.

We are committed to doing whatever is needed to safeguard the health of our shoppers, our employees and our tenants. To that end, Simon is taking extraordinary steps to keep everyone safe and healthy at our centers.

In January, as information first began to emerge concerning Covid-19, we immediately implemented our Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) and deployed an enhanced and broad cleaning program which includes regular deep cleaning with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) approved disinfectants at increased frequencies.

Our cleaning crews have been increased and are working around the clock to ensure we meet and exceed the hygiene standards established by both the CDC and the World Health Organization.

Increased cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing occurs throughout the day, and throughout the common areas of our properties, with a particular focus on highly trafficked locations, including, but not limited to:

· Mall entrances

· Restrooms

· Seating areas

· Play areas

· Dining areas

· Guest Services

· Strollers

· Trash cans

· Door handles/knobs

· Drinking fountains

· Charging stations

· Mall offices

Additionally, thorough disinfecting and sanitizing is completed during non-operating hours to prepare for business the next day.

We are also advising that anyone who is sick stay at home and we’ve posted signage at our properties to remind our shoppers to follow the safety precautions recommended by the CDC, including:

· Frequent hand washing

· Avoiding touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands

· Regular hand sanitizing for which stations have been provided throughout the property.

We urge everyone to follow the guidelines provided by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the CDC.

We recognize this is a fluid and dynamic situation and we are in constant contact with the CDC, federal and local health authorities to ensure we continue to implement the highest quality hygiene and safety measures and will adjust accordingly as more information becomes available.

Finally, we strongly encourage our retail partners to implement similar measures in their stores and to encourage employees to follow CDC and WHO guidelines, so, together, we can keep our teams and properties as safe as possible.