Area businesses
needing assistance understanding how to apply for the Economic Injury Disaster
Loan (including up to a $10,000 grant) and the Paycheck Protection Program, now
have a professional asset in the Umatilla Electric Cooperative Business
Resource Center.
Robert Echenrode,
General Manager for Umatilla Electric Cooperative said, "During this
period of uncertainty, I'm pleased the newly developed UEC Business Resource
Center can offer assistance to our business community." UEC Board Member
Bryan Wolfe added, "Although we can't change what's occurring globally, we
do have the ability to work towards improving the economic viability of our
communities. UEC is committed to this."
The Business Resource
Center will include Emily Cecil as the Lead Business Advisor with Ashley Garcia
Sandoval as the Business Intake Counselor.
"Umatilla
Electric Cooperative's investment in the center shows their commitment to help
sustain small businesses, especially during this unprecedented time," said
Greg Smith, Executive Advisor.
The Business Resource
Center is located at 1475 N. 1st Street in Hermiston and the telephone number
is 541-289-3000. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8-5p.m. and they are closed
from 1-2 p.m. for lunch.