COVID-19 Emergency Rental, Small Business, and Utility Assistance Programs
Residents and small business owners who have been economically impacted by COVID-19 may be eligible for assistance through the City of Monterey Park’s COVID-19 Emergency Rental, Small Business, and Utility Assistance Programs starting June 8, 2020.
These programs are provided by the City’s Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES), Community Block Development Grant (CDBG), and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
To learn more about these programs, and to apply, click on one of the following tabs:
- Emergency Rental Assistance
- Small Business Assistance
- Utility Assistance
- Informational Webinars
- Application Assistance
Overview:
The City of Monterey Park’s COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program provides financial assistance to low- and moderate-income residents with an emphasis on those negatively impacted by COVID. This program provides up to (3) three to (6) months of rental assistance. Payments will be made directly to owner/landlord. Residents are not expected to pay back this assistance. Awards will be based on the availability of CDBG and/or CARES Act CDBG-CV funds. Applicants will need to submit an application and documentation proving eligibility.
Program Guidelines:
To determine if you are eligible for assistance, please read the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program Guidelines prior to applying for the program. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view this document.
Apply for the Program:
The application link is now closed.
Application Deadlines:
The application period has closed. Please check back for updates or create account here to receive alerts and announcements from the City.
Overview
The City of Monterey Park, hereafter referred to as the “City”, has established a Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP). The SBAP is designed to address the adverse impacts of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) to the economy, including jobs and businesses. SBAP grants will support small businesses with 5 or fewer full-time employees on the current payroll undergoing financial hardship due to a loss or reduction in revenue directly related to COVID-19. Part-time employees may be computed for full-time equivalent. Businesses are not expected to pay back this assistance. Awards will be based on the availability of CDBG and/or CARES Act CDBG-CV funds. Applicants will need to submit an application and documentation proving eligibility.
Program Checklist & Guidelines
To determine if you are eligible for assistance, please read the COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program Guidelines (PDF) and COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program Checklist (PDF) prior to applying for the program. Adobe Acrobat Reader will be needed to view the documents.
Apply for the Program:
To apply for the program, click here. Note: The application will open on Monday, November 23, at 8 a.m.
Overview
The City of Monterey Park’s COVID-19 Residential Utility Assistance Program provides financial assistance to low- and moderate-income residents with an emphasis on those negatively impacted by COVID. This program offers a one-time grant up to $1,200 to residents to pay electricity, gas, water, and trash utilities. Residents currently participating in the City’s Lifeline and Utilities Exemption program are eligible to apply but program assistance will be limited to the payment of water and trash utilities. Grant awards will cover utility expenses for up to three months. Utility payments will be made directly to utility providers on behalf of the qualified resident. Residents are not expected to pay back this assistance. Awards will be based on the availability of CDBG and/or CARES Act CDBG-CV funds. Applicants will need to submit an application and documentation proving eligibility.
Program Guidelines
To determine if you are eligible for assistance, please read the COVID-19 Emergency Utility Assistance Program Guidelines (PDF) prior to applying for the program. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view this document.
Apply for the Program:
The application link is now closed.
Application Deadlines:
The application period has closed. Please check back for updates or create account here to receive alerts and announcements from the City.
To view the City’s informational webinars about the COVID-19 Emergency Rental, Small Business, and Utility Assistance Programs, click on the following links:
Upcoming Information Session:
- None scheduled at this time
Past Presentations
These webinars were presented in English, Mandarin, and Spanish. Adobe Acrobat PDF reader is required to view the slides.
If you, or someone you may know, needs assistance applying for these programs, Chinatown Service Center is available to help those with limited English and technology skills. Please contact Chinatown Service Center, directly, to make arrangements:
Rental & Utility Assistance
Chinatown Service Center-Social Services
Monterey Park Office:
Phone: 626-293-8733
Small Business Assistance
Chinatown Service Center-Community Economic Development
Email Elaine Pang
Phone: 213-808-1751
For general inquires about the City of Monterey Park COVID-19 Emergency Rental, Small Business, and Utility Assistance Programs, email Deborah Niblick or call (626) 307-1398.