ACCD: Vaccine schedule, bars and clubs reopening, shuttered operations available

Vaccine Timeline Announced for All Ages

Governor Phil Scott on Friday laid out the projected timeline for all remaining age bands, which will govern the state’s vaccination distribution process moving forward. Currently, all Vermonters age 65 and older, and those 16 and older with specified high-risk health conditions are eligible.

The remaining age bands will become eligible for registration on the following timeline:

Age Registration Starts
60+ March 25
50+ March 29
40+ April 5
30+ April 12
16+ April 19

Starting Thursday, March 25th at 8:15am, registration for vaccination appointments will open to those 60 years and older. These newly-eligible Vermonters can register online at HealthVermont.gov/MyVaccine or by calling 855-722-7878.

Bars and Social Clubs May Reopen

The Governor announced updates to COVID-19 guidance for bars and social clubs. Effective March 24th, establishments will be able to follow the restaurant guidance, which will allow them to reopen within current restrictions. These include operating at 50% capacity, requiring patrons be seated at tables with a maximum of six per table, six feet of distance between parties, masking and more. Municipalities will be able to place more restrictions on these establishments in their jurisdictions.

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Application Opens on April 8th

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched a landing page for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application portal in anticipation of opening applications for the critical economic relief program on Thursday, April 8th.

Prior to the official SVOG application opening, the SBA will host a national informational webinar to highlight the application process for potential eligible entities on Tuesday, March 30th from 2:30pm to 4:00pm.

COVID-19 EIDL Deferment Period Extended

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced extended deferment periods for all disaster loans, including the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, until 2022.

All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2020, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 24-months from the date of the note.

All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2021, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 18-months from the date of the note.