NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Some vendors at the Nashville Farmers' Market are getting help to stay open as they rebound from the pandemic.
Metro Council members agreed to allocate $500,000 from the CARES Act to help them pay rent. Council members went back and forth on the decision Tuesday night, and they ultimately decided vendors deserved and needed the relief.
Vendors can apply for the money online through Pathway Lending. The money is available to any vendor who hasn’t previously received any type of small business relief money.
One council member suggested waiving rent since the city owns the market instead of spending CARES Act money. But they ultimately decided the city itself is suffering financially too, so the CARES Act money will help Metro not lose any more.
When vendors apply for the relief there will not be a fee associated with the application.
What is the rebound?
As Middle Tennessee works to rebound from the impact of the Coronavirus, we want to help. Whether it's getting back to work, making ends meet during this uncertain time, or managing the pressure, we're committed to finding solution. In addition, we want to tell your stories of hope, inspiration, and creativity as Middle Tennessee starts to rebound.
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Safely Back to School
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Making Ends Meet
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Managing the Pressure
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Doing What’s Right
Keep track of the way people are spending your tax dollars and treating your community. -
State of Education
Find ways to cope with the new normal around schools and celebrate students’ success in the age of Coronavirus. -
We're Open Y'all
Support local businesses doing their best to stay open and serve their customers during Covid.
