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A2 Thursday, July 16, 2020 The DAILY News

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RETAILER MONTH
THROUGHOUT JULY

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Thursday, July 16th, 2020

Support available for small businesses in the


GLOW region as they reopen amid pandemic
By Kori Sciandra across the country, many
ksciandra@batavianews.com
As small businesses in the
GLOW region work towards
July is time to celebrate independent retailers GLOW Region businesses
have continued to push on
when challenged with hard-
reopening after closing as part By BEN BEAGLE their communities, industries and own customer service than chain stores. ship.
of the state’s effort to slow the ben@batavianews.com businesses. Banningan launched “In- n Community: Independent mer-
“Small businesses have
spread of the COVID-19 virus, dependent Retail Week” in 2009 as a chants are more intimately involved adjusted as they always do,”
Each July, “Independent Retailer Gardner said. “They adapt to
many have had to make criti- week-long, city-wide shopping event in in their communities. Online retailers
cal changes to the way they Month” encourages consumers to shop overcome adversity.
local and celebrate independent retail- New York City, New Jersey, Philadelphia don’t even factor here.
conduct business. and Chicago to advance the business n Knowledge: Independent mer- “Our small businesses have
Chambers of commerce ers, which helps to create more sustain- had to come up with a series
able communities. of more than 400 independent fashion chants can offer first-hand experience
and economic development retailers. In 2011, Bannigan and Shay and advice. of new policies that focus on
agencies in Genesee, Livings- Independent retailers are those that three things: people, places,
by definition has built the business began discussion how to be inclusive n Experience: Local businesses pro-
ton, Orleans and Wyoming of everyone that had some form of rec- vide more unique and intimate shop- and processes. New York
counties are assisting as without help from an established brand has required every business
or franchise. There are an estimated 30.2 ognition for independent retailing. In ping experiences than cookie-cutter
businesses adjustment by to come up with a plan that
million small businesses in the United July 2011, “Independent Retailer Month chain stores.
providing guidance and infor- focuses on these three areas
USA” debuted. Independent merchants also see op-
mational resources, financial States, according to the U.S. Small Busi- and there are similarities in
The goal of Independent Retailer portunities in the evolution of the retail
assistance, and pointing busi- ness Administration. what is required, there are also
Month is to highlight the critical role industry. Large store closures such as
ness toward state and federal Beyond commerce, these retailers differences that are unique to
small, local merchants play both social- Kmart, Sears, Macy’s and others have
programs. provide employment and a sense of each business. Ultimately it is
ly and economically in their communi- left voids in neighborhood markets that
“…The mandated state clo- community. about protecting customers
ties and the national economy. many local merchants are seeking to fill.
sures had the hardest impact “Independent Retailer Month” got its and employees, modifying
According to the organization’s web- An Academy of International Business
and were not in the control start in 2011. Tom Shay of Profits Plus the business environment to
site, if every family in the U.S. spent an survey found that 51% of respondents
of the businesses,” said Scott and Kerry Bannigan of Nolcha Shows minimize exposure to disease
extra $10 a month at a locally owned, in- see those voids, both in market demand
Gardner, president and CEO had separately launched promotions agents, and developing new
dependent business instead of a nation- and physical storefronts, as opportuni-
of the Wyoming County to advance the success of independent ways of conducting the busi-
al chain, more than $9.3 billion would ties to expand their businesses.
Chamber of Commerce & retailers, came together in 2011 to cre- ness to accomplish the first
be directly returned to local economies. People are encouraged to shop inde-
Tourism Promotion Agency. ate the global campaign they dubbed two,” he said. “It has placed
Independent retailers cite four char- pendent retail year round. July is a time
“Yes, many have been able to Independent Retailer Month. Shay, in a new burden on our busi-
acteristics of their businesses they see as to celebrate the independent retailers
remain open, but it was not 2003, had created “National Indepen- ness community, but they
an advantage over eCommerce: that help build our economy and com-
without struggle.” dent Retailer Week” to show retailers are adapting and rising to the
n Service: Independent retailers munity and recognize the importance of
challenge as best they can.”
how they could create celebrations for provide better and more personalized shopping independently.
WYOMING COUNTY For more information
There are a variety of re- about Wyoming County small
sources available in Wyoming reopening process and that re- modify the current business July 31. meeting twice a week for well business assistance, visit
County for those businesses in quired a different set of infor- operations. “The Wyoming County over a month now.” wycochamber.org or call (585)
need of assistance during the mation directing businesses to n Provide a source of funds Chamber and Tourism has The Task Force is chaired 786-0307.
public health crisis. the available plans, recovery to assist in re-opening. been doing a wonderful job by Gardner, the Chamber
“Early in the pandemic, we tools, recovery loan programs, n Provide payroll support, with their website gathering president.
created two new web pages and general information as it rent assistance, payment of and posting the most relevant “Our committee has been LIVINGSTON COUNTY
that were dedicated first to comes out.” utilities, replenish inventory, and recent information as we working on several items Livingston County also
the initial closures and then to As part of the reopening employee healthcare, and ac- moved through the phases. It related to the pandemic, launched a low-interest loan
the restarting of our economy. process, the Wyoming County counts payable assistance. has become a one-stop-shop including coordinating PPE program to help small busi-
We first focused on all of the Business Center announced Borrowers are able to ap- for everything businesses donations and distribution ness owners who were forced
regulatory issues and tried to in May the launch of the Re- ply for assistance ranging need to know about federal for our businesses, providing to close due to public health
provide as many resources Start Wyoming Loan Program, from $1,000 to $10,000. The and state guidance and re- guidance and encouragement measures meant to slow the
as possible, from disaster which allows small businesses loan is offered at low interest sources,” said Jim Pierce, of developing safety plans, spread of the coronavirus.
funds available, CDC guid- in Wyoming County to apply with a zero percent interest executive director of the contacting state entities for The Local Business Recov-
ance, business and industry for up to $200,000 in loan as- for 12 months, then the rate Wyoming County Industrial clarification regarding specific ery Fund will provide loans of
guidance, and promotions to sistance. The loan is available increased to 2 percent until Development Agency. “In question not spelled out in the $2,000 to $10,000 to eligible
help with cash strapped busi- for businesses affected by the the end of the loan term. Ad- addition, the Chairman of the state’s guidance and recom- applicants to assist with re-
nesses,” said Gardner. “Then, pandemic and those busi- ditionally, payment was de- Wyoming County Board of mendations,” Pierce said opening their business.
as we progressed further it nesses who had to shut down. ferred for the first six months. Supervisors has appointed a While the affect from the “The COVID-19 crisis has
became necessary to start the Use of the funds include: Business owners are allowed ‘Re-Start Wyoming Task Force pandemic undoubtedly left
n Providing funding to to apply for the loan through Committee’ that has been its mark on small businesses See GLOW A5
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Charred relaunches with tavern-style atmosphere


By Kori Sciandra
ksciandra@batavianews.com
MOUNT MORRIS – After
gaining ownership of Charred
Local dining spots
American Bar + Grill, 36 Main
St., Craig Donnan, began
welcoming patrons into the
foster community
restaurant March 6 and was Metro Creative to community trends. Local
soon forced to close his doors Dining out is a great way to restaurants may take pride in
March 16 due to coronavirus. celebrate life’s milestones or serving cultural or regional
“I hoped for a much better reconnect with friends and foods.
start than that,” joked Don- loved ones. Research firm n Ability to customize:
nan. NPD Group found that, by Independently owned
The restaurant re-opened the end of 2015, restaurant restaurants may be more
its doors in May for take-out visits by consumers increased amenable to adapting recipes
only, with a skeleton crew. by 700 million compared to or making substitutions to
“It’s tough to find people just five years prior. meet diners’ requests. Skilled
who want to work right now. Too often diners are not local chefs can think on the
Our biggest hurdle right now aware of the vast array of fly and modify recipes, which
is finding employees. I need tasty, well-priced and arti- may not always be possible in
cooks, I need bartenders, I sanal foods awaiting them chain establishments.
need servers...,” said Don- just down the street. n Crowd control: Local
nan. But dining out at local restaurants tend to be smaller
Although the restaurant eateries can be beneficial in and more intimate than
still needs staff they success- various ways. many chain restaurants. This
fully entered Phase 3 of the n High-quality food: Ma- can translate into a calm din-
reopening process in New ny local establishments have ing experience. When crowds
York State and are currently Charred american Bar + Grill photograph via facebook complete control over their
are small, the noise level
operating at 50 percent ca- Charred American Bar + Grill, 36 Main St., Mount Morris, was renovated in February with the suppliers and menus. As a
inside the restaurant may be
pacity for both indoor and addition of tables using reclaimed barn wood tops, updated lighting and more. result, they can be picky with
outdoor dining, with online muted and service may be
regard to the vendors they
ordering available. out on a delicious Fish Fry fast because there aren’t as
use and the produce, meats,
“It’s not as good as you on Fridays for $13.95, which many tables to serve.
dairy, and other ingredients
want it to be but we’re doing includes haddock served with that they select. Many small, (During the COVID-19
okay. We do well on week- your choice of sides, such as independently owned res- pandemic, restaurants that
ends and decided to just open fries, veggies, rosemary fries, taurants team up with local have reopened to in-person
from 4 to 9 p.m. weekdays,” tater tots, salad, cole slaw, organic farmers and distribu- dining must adhere to restric-
said Donnan. and more. tors to supply a farm-to-table tions that include limiting
Charred American Bar + “We’re hoping to get things experience that many diners capacity.)
Grill underwent a renovation rockin’ and rollin’ more. We now enjoy. n Familiar faces: Some
in February under its new have happy hour from 4 to n Freedom of experi- diners enjoy being a “regular”
ownership. Donnan wanted 6 p.m. everyday, which in- mentation: Although chain at their favorite local restau-
The Charred logo.
to focus more on a tavern cludes $3 off appetizers,” said restaurants may have to meet rants. Local dining spots also
atmosphere, rather than its Donnan. “We’re hoping to during which your family can approval from administra- become gathering locations
former family-style setting. get some bands in here even- tive boards and marketing for residents in the know,
enjoy dining on a full, sizable Charred american bar + Grill
Changes were made to the tually. We aren’t too big of a departments before they instead of passing-through
menu, as well as try one or Photograph
in-house décor by adding space, so maybe some duets.” Stop in for a Friday Fish Fry at can introduce new fare, tourists or commuters.
“We are in compliance more of the 12 beers on tap.
reclaimed barn wood table Charred American Bar + Grill. independently owned res- Those who want unique
with all COVID regulations. For more information dining experiences can give
tops, updated lighting, and taurants can let their diners
more. We have everything in place about Charred American or to inquire about employ- decide which foods remain local, independently owned
Specials feature $1 tacos on to protect both you and us,” Bar + Grill, visit the website on the menu and even adapt establishments a try.
ment, call (585) 658-1083 or
Tuesdays if you eat in; Ladies he said. at charredbar.com or check
them out on Facebook for email info@charredbar.com.
night with drink specials on Charred American Bar +
Wednesdays; Thursday night Grill provides a comfortable, daily updates and specials.
wing specials; and don’t miss tavern-style atmosphere, For additional information Charred American Bar + Grill is proud to
announce that we are back in business!
We are open at 50% capacity with seating
both inside and outside
Online ordering is also still available
Simply place your order online and
we’ll have it ready for you for pick-up!

DAILY SPECIALS:
Taco Tuesday $1 Tacos – eat in only
Wednesday Ladies Night (6-9pm)
$3 Cosmo, $3 House Wine, $4 Margarita,
$4 Long Island
36 Main St., Mt. Morris Thursday Wing Night 10 for $8.95
585.658.1083 Friday Haddock Fish Fry
www.charredbar.com

HAPPY HOUR EVERY NIGHT 4-6 PM


$1 off Cans & Bottles of Beer, House Wines & Well Liquor • $3 off Most Appetizers

We are following and enforcing all Phase 3 Covid safety precautions. Customers
need to follow all social distancing rules: 6 feet spacing • Need to wear face masks when
entering and away from your table, but can take them off when eating and drinking

Come on down for some good food and drink in these trying times!
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Cruise Planners owner encourages


travelers to begin booking for 2021
By Kori Sciandra
ksciandra@lbatavianews.com
AVON – Among the biggest
business segments affected
wills carpet one floor & home
by the COVID-19 pandemic
The showroom at Wills Carpet One Floor & Home remains open
was – and remains to be – the
for patrons to stop in and shop.
travel industry. Not only
have restrictions been imple-
mented affecting national
and international travel, but
there is also the added fear
Wolcott to retire
from Wills Carpet
many people may have about
traveling during the public
health crisis.
Dody Paul, CTA, MCC By Kori Sciandra home décor, Wills Carpet
Land & Cruise Specialist for ksciandra@batavianews.com One Floor & Home, offers
Cruise Planners, 5624 East
BATAVIA – Many small free in-home estimates with
Avon Lima Rd., said she has no commitment necessary.
businesses have experienced
suffered a substantial finan- While independently
a great deal of revenue loss
cial loss thus far from the Cruise Planners owner Dody Paul is optimistic about the future of traveling.
owned, Wills Carpet One
throughout the last few
afect of COVID-19 mandates Floor & Home is part of a
hotels will fill up fast. months due to the COVID-19
on the industry. larger buying group, Carpet
public health crisis; how-
But Paul remains optimis- Cruise Planners, an inde- One, which specializes in
ever, for others, business has


tic about the future of travel- pendently owned and oper- negotiated carpet prices
When you’re been favorable.
ing, both near and far. ated home-based franchise, “For us, and the business allowing Wills Carpet One
“People are calling again looking, it’s best to is part of the American Ex- we’re in, people have been Floor & Home to offer four
and we’re trying to stay press Travel Representative home more and have wanted sales per year.
positive. We’re encouraging book as far in network and the nation’s improvements done to their “Certain carpets are on
people to rebook their trip advance as largest home-based travel homes,” said Will’s Carpet sale now and there will be


with us. Whether it’s to the agent franchise company in One Floor & Home co-owner another carpet sale coming
Caribbean or Europe, we are possible. the industry. Tim Tyler. “It’s been benefi- up in the fall. It’ll be a dif-
encouraging people to book With access to major tour cial.” ferent line of carpets during
their trip for 2021 now,” said operations, major hotel Wills Carpet One Floor that sale. The sale typically
Paul. Dody Paul
Cruise Planners chains, and as an American & Home, 651 East Main St., offers 10 percent off car-
While future mandates are Express Travel Representa- is a full-service store offer- pets,” said Tim. “There is
still unpredictable – most ing sale and installations of something called Extreme
tive, Paul can help minimize
recently the European Union flooring, including hard- Value that we offer as well.
Dody Paul the stress that accompanies
implemented a ban on wood, luxury vinyl, sheet This is carpeting that is of-
United States travel because planning a family vacation or
trip from start to finish, Paul important to keep in mind a quick getaway. vinyl, carpet, ceramic tile, fered at a very low price
the COVID numbers in the is qualified to sell travel in- your time frame, Paul said. window shades, area rugs,
United States remain so high Paul has an associate’s
surance. “When you’re looking, it’s degree in travel and tour- and more. Specializing in See WILLS A5
– Paul noted that most cruise “Right now, travel insur- best to book as far in advance
lines and tourist destinations ism. She became a Cruise
ance is really important,” she as possible, especially if
offered vouchers for future Planners franchise owner in
said. “While some insuranc- you’re restricted to school
travel to people whose trips May 2014. In 2018, she was
es offered refunds during the holidays,” she said.
were interrupted by the pan- “When this is all over, designated as a Cruise Lines
demic. pandemic and some did not, International Association
the nice part about some of people are going to want
Working in the travel to travel,” she said. “I un- master cruise counsellor
industry since 1989, Paul is the insurances is that if they after recently completing the
weren’t getting a refund, derstand why people don’t
well-versed in providing the want to right now. There are organization’s certification
best quality product for her they’re still allowing travel- requirements.
places I can sell right now,
clients. ers to use the insurance for For more informa-
including major chains and
“My clients want different a different trip for up to 770 tion, contact Paul at (585)
resorts.”
things and I work with a wide days from the date of pur- Paul noted many hotels 226-6558, email dlpaul@
variety of people, but mostly chase. This way, they would will only be operating at less cruiseplanners.com, or visit
they all want a quality expe- still get the chance to use the than 50 percent capacity, so travelmorecp.com .
rience. I make a point to offer insurance and wouldn’t have
good customer service and I to repurchase it.”
go above and beyond,” said Paul can assist travelers
Paul. “I treat my clients like I in obtaining passports, visas
want to be treated.” for foreign trips, and more.
In addition to booking a When booking a trip, it’s
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GLOW ORLEANS COUNTY


Orleans County Chamber of
Commerce Executive Director
GENESEE COUNTY
The Genesee County Cham- By the numbers:
Detailing importance
From A2 ber of Commerce has been
Darlene Hartway has been net- available to offer guidance, of independent retail
working with business owners
had a devastating impact on sources for needed materials
and directing them to the best Organizers of Independent
small businesses, which are places to fulfill their needs. It such as protective equipment Retailer Month note these
the backbone of our Livingston may be helping owners solve and cleaning solutions, and key statistics to show the
County community,” said Bill a specific problem by contact directing its members to finan- importance of indie retail in
Bacon, the county’s economic the community:
the Small Business Adminis- cial resources.
development director. “Our tration or helping them with “Most people are trying to A dollar spent at an indepen-
goal with the recovery fund is questions about disaster loans dent retailer is usually spent
Kim Wolcott Tim Tyler
do the right thing,” Chamber six to 15 times in the com-
to help our small businesses or the federal Paycheck Protec-
sustain their operations during President Tom Turnbull said of munity before heading out of
tion Program. town. Just $1 can create $5
small businesses in his county.
this challenging time and offer
assistance as they prepare to
reopen their doors.”
The Chamber also has a
business mentor, Dorothy
Daniels, available through
“They’re trying to follow the
guidelines put in place by the
to $14 of value in the imme-
diate area. — South Dakota
Rural Enterprise Inc
Wills back,” said Tim.
Tim’s son, Brian Tyler,
who has been with the
Loan recipients must re- SCORE, a national network CDC and state.” Each $100 spent at local From A4 company for 22 years and
open their businesses within of volunteer, expert business The Chamber is available independents generated $45 been installing for 18 years,
30 days once government mentors. of secondary local spending, as a result of Carpet One
to offer guidance for business compared to $14 for a big-
will be taking over partial
orders have been lifted. Loans “We’re getting a lot of calls, owners. negotiating with the mills.” ownership with Tim, in place
box chain.
come with a 48-month repay- but we’re helping to sort things — The Institute for Local Wills Carpet One Floor & of Kim.
“We are here to point them
ment term and a 1-percent out,” Hartway said. Self-Reliance More allows patrons to pay “Kim is the best partner a
Hartway has acted as a in the right direction,” he said.
interest rate. No payments will Since 1990, big businesses over time with zero interest guy could ask for,” said Tim.
be due for six months. sounding board for small busi- “The Small Business Adminis- financing for 18 months.
eliminated 4 million jobs, While Kim will no longer
In order to be eligible for a ness in Orleans County, pro- tration is available to assist. We while small businesses Contact the store, or stop in,
viding an empathetic ear along have a good relationship with operate as a partial owner,
loan, applicants must: added 8 million jobs. — Small for more information.
with needed resources. Business Administration he will still come into the
n Be a for-profit business them in Buffalo. As well as the A change is coming to the
“We’re starting to have a lot store from time-to-time
located in Livingston County. Small Business Development For every $10 million spent long-time home improve-
of problems,” Hartway said on Amazon it creates 14 ment retailer, which has and if customers prefer to
n Document injury to busi- Center in Brockport. There is
ness as a result of coronavirus of the small business com- jobs vs 57 jobs when $10 been serving customers as a work with Kim, specifically,
counseling available as well.” million is spend at indepen- pertaining to a consulta-
pandemic. munity. “Small businesses are family-owned, independent
very strong. They often have an The SBDC, an accredited dents. — The Institute for Local tion or estimate, he will still
n Have acceptable per- Self Reliance retailer for more than 100
entrepreneurial spirit as busi- technology program, serves years. After 46 years, Kim be available for customers
sonal credit history and credit A study in New Orleans found
scores prior to New York’s state ness owners. They have a di- Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Wolcott, co-owner of Wills upon request.
that if residents and visitors
of emergency declaration. rect tie to the community and, Ontario and Wayne counties were to shift 10 percent of Carpet One Floor & Home, For more information
n Be current with all prop- in the beginning, they were all by helping business owners their spending from chains is heading into partial retire- about Wills Carpet One Floor
erty taxes, sales taxes, and state willing to make great sacrifices navigate their way to success. to local businesses, it would ment. & More, visit www.willscar-
and federal income taxes without complaining.” Further information can be generate an additional $235 “He’s of retirement age petonebatavia.com or call,
Those sacrifices have turned million a year in local eco-
Loan funds can be used found at nyssbdc.org. nomic activity, creating many
and it’s just time to pull (585) 343-7830.
into challenges.
for the modification of an Turnbull also noted that new opportunities and jobs.
“They did their due dili-
existing business to adapt to the NY Forward website is
— Civic Economics
gence,” she said of business
governmental orders impos- information and a good tool to 57.2 percent of small firm
owners. “But now that we’re
ing restrictions on business workers scored in the high-
reopening, there was quite use for gathering information est commitment/employee
operations and for business- a bit of confusion with the
expenses like employee payroll throughout the pandemic. The loyalty category, compared
reopening process and I think site may be reached at forward. to 40.5 percent of large firm
and benefits, rent and utilities. there was an assumption that workers. — Local Economy
Applications are being ny.gov.
we could get back to some Local business generates 70
reviewed in order received normalcy.” “Additionally, there is still
percent more local economic
and will be accepted until the Jim Whipple, CEO of the financing available for those activity per square foot than
date that all program funds are Orleans County Industrial De- who need it,” he said. big box retailers. — Anderson-
committed or July 31. velopment Agency, acknowl- The Payroll Protection Pro- ville Study of Retail Economics
For more information on edged the struggles. gram forgiveness period was Only 6 cents of a dollar spent
the program and to review the Business owners, he said, at a big box retailer stays in
recently extended to 24 weeks. the area. — Indiana Main Street
application packet, go online “adjusted the best they can.
to GrowLivCo.com or call (585) “I know there are people Program
They are ready to be open. It’s
243-7124. out there who haven’t gotten If every family in the U.S.
been a struggle for them.”
Additional reopening re- To help, Whipple noted as- any assistance,” Turnbull said, spent an extra $10 a month
sources, including information “and it’s still available if they at a locally owned, indepen-
sistance from both state and dent business instead of a
on government guidelines federal resources, particularly want it.” national chain, over $9.3
and downloadable signage, NY Forward, the state’s plan to billion would be directly
have also been compiled at get New Yorkers back to work Livingston County News staff returned to our economy.
GrowLivCo.com. without triggering renewed writer Matt Leader contributed to — CustomMade Infographic.
spread of the COVID-19 virus. this report.

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