"WE AT THE WALLIS DEVELOPMENT CORP..."

We at the Wallis Development Corporation know this is a very difficult time for each of Wallis’ citizens and workers. We want to help reduce the stress created by the Covid-19 pandemic as much as possible by providing a consolidated place to learn about the help that is available for individuals, families and businesses. Below are the federal, state and other entities offering help. All of this information will be loaded on our website soon. If you have any questions in the interim, please email us at wallisedc@wallistexas.org.

Families & Individuals 

Families/Individuals: 

• Center for Disease and Control (CDC): COVID - 19 (cdc.gov)
• Meals for Kids

TxSchools.gov: Meals for Students 

School Meal Finder (map) (schoolmealfinder.hoonuit.com)

• Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) (twc.texas.gov): Visit their website for resources available to employers and job seekers impacted by the COVID-19.

• Resources for Job Seekers
• If an individual’s employment has been affected by COVID-19 they may apply for benefits either online by using the Unemployment Benefits Services (UBS) at twc.texas.gov or by calling TWC at 800.939.6631 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday. UBS can be accessed at any time. For additional information, visit TWC’s website. (twc.texas.gov)

• For the most up-to-date information on the COVID-19 pandemic, see cdc.gov.
• For the most up-to-date information on the U.S. Government’s response, see usa.gov/coronavirus

Businesses

Federal:

• U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) (sba.gov): The SBA provides low-interest, long-term

Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EDIL) to small businesses and private non-profit organizations. 

SBA Guidance for Businesses in Responding to COVID-19

SBA Disaster Assistance in Response to COVID-19

3 Step Loan Process: An Overview of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program Application Process (diasterloan.sba.gov)

Disaster Loan Assistance Application (diasterloan.sba.gov)

SBA Texas District Offices:

• Houston District Office: 713.773.6500 ofc./ 713.773.6550 fax8701 S. Gessner Dr, Ste 1200

SBA Houston District Office - COVID -19 - Guidance for Small Businesses (daily webinars and Q&A) (content.govdelivery.com)

*If applying for an EIDL loan, the SBA recommends using Internet Explorer or Microsoft Edge*

• Internal Revenue Service (IRS) (irs.gov): COVID-19 General Info

IRS Payment Deadline Extended: Filing and Payment Deadline Extended to July 15 

State:

• Office of the Governor: Visit their website at gov.texas.gov for a comprehensive list of resources and important COVID-19 updates.

• Texas Workforce Commission (TWC): Visit their website twc.texas.gov for resources available to employers and job seekers impacted by the COVID-19.

• Resources for Job Seekers
• If an individual’s employment has been affected by COVID-19 they may apply for benefits either online by using the Unemployment Benefits Services (UBS) or by calling TWC at 800.939.6631 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday. UBS can be accessed at any time. For additional information, visit TWC’s website. twc.texas.gov
• Shared Work Program for employers allows employers to supplement their employees’ wages lost because of reduced work hours with partial unemployment benefits.
• Texas Department of Insurance (TDI): Visit their website at tdi.texas.gov for an overview of insurance-related questions related to COVID-19. 

Other: 

The Consumer Data Industry Association (CDIA) (cdiaonline.org) provided guidance to those directly or indirectly impacted. For years, the credit bureaus have had systems in place to minimize or eliminate the negative credit impact of the extreme events, like a natural disaster, or a pandemic.

Consumers who have been impacted (directly or indirectly) by Coronavirus are strongly encouraged to contact their lenders and creditors. Lenders and creditors have programs and plans to assist their customers in a time of a financial crisis, like a pandemic. Lenders and creditors typically offer forbearance or deferred payments programs for their customers who need help. In many cases, a consumer will be reported as “paid as agreed”.

• Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) (cdfifund.gov) are an alternative source of finance for small businesses. For additional information, please visit with each organization: 
• PeopleFund.org
• LiftFund.com
• BCLofTexas.org
• Opportunity Finance Network: CDFI Locator Tool (ofn.org)
• SBA Lender Match: Connects Small Business with Participating SBA-approved Lenders (sba.gov)
• Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provides counseling to small businesses throughout Texas. For a list of resources to manage the impact and recovery, visit their website: americassbdc.org.
• SCORE (score.org) has chapters throughout Texas and provides in-person and virtual counseling and mentorship. They have also published resources and information to support small business, including: 
• The COVID-19 Economic Impact: Will Business Interruption Insurance Help (& What Are My Other Options)?
• How Small Businesses Can Prepare for the COVID-19
• The U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Combating Coronavirus (uschamber.com)
• U.S. Chamber Disaster Help Desk (uschamberfoundation.org)
• Summary of Congressional Action on COVID-19
• National Restaurant Association: Coronavirus Information and Resources (restaurant.org)
• National Retail Federation: Coronavirus Resources for Retailers (nrf.com)
• NFIB: Small Business Resources in Response to Coronavirus (nfib.com)
• Texas International Produce Association: COVID-19 Update (texipa.org)

Healthcare

Federal:

• Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) (cms.gov): Is granting certain waivers and suspended non-emergency survey inspections. 

FAQs for Individuals, Providers and Insurers

CMS Current Emergencies- COVID-19 guidance and additional information  

Medicare Advantage and Part D Plans

Medicare Coverage and Payment 

• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services(hhs.gov)

            COVID 19-specific information (phe.gov)

• Small Business Administration (SBA): (sba.gov) The SBA provides low-interest, long-term Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EDIL) to small businesses and private non-profit organizations. 

SBA Guidance for Businesses in Responding to COVID-19

3 Step Loan Process: An Overview of the Disaster Loan Program Application Process (diasterloan.sba.gov)

State:

• Office of the Governor: (gov.texas.gov)
• Waived certain regulations and directed the Texas Department of Insurance to issue an emergency rule that will allow telemedicine visits for patients with state-regulated plans to be paid the same as in-office visit for insurance purposes. 
• Fast-tracking temporary licensing for out-of-state physicians, physicians assistants, retired physicians and nurses to assist with in-person and telemedicine services
• Texas Department of Insurance: Visit their website (tdi.texas.gov) for an overview of insurance-related questions related to COVID-19. 
• Texas Department of Agriculture (texasagriculture.gov)/State Office of Rural Health (SORH): To contact SORH, email: ruralhealth@texasagriculture.gov. 

 

Wallis, Texas, Economic Development

In April of 2000 the City of Wallis Economic Development Corporation was established to preserve and enhance economic development within the City of Wallis, Texas.

Administration
The Corporation is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors who are appointed by City Council.
Up to four of the board seats maybe held by city council members, with the remaining seats reserved for citizens of Wallis.

Funding
Funding for Corporate activities is provided by a dedication of one third of the City’s sales tax revenues.

Meetings
The Board meets monthly on the fourth Wednesday of the month at City Hall.  Meetings open at 7:00 PM, and are open to the public.  The Notice and Agenda of each meeting is posted on the front door of City Hall at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.

Incentives
Business Assistance Grants               
Both new and existing businesses are eligible for cash match grants for store-front improvements, signage, and property improvements such as landscaping and lighting.

Tax Abatement
Expansion of existing businesses as well as new business relocation is encouraged by a tax abatement policy designed to meet the needs of both small and large companies.  Value added as low as $50,000 is eligible for tax abatement.  For further information contact Wallis City Hall.

Site Location
The City of Wallis Development Corporation’s professional staff provides prompt and efficient assistance in locating ideal sites for both commercial and residential development.

For Information contact Wallis Economic Development Corporation

www.wallisedc@wallistexas.org