Bristow offers assistance to businesses affected during closures

State Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, is postponing all of her planned events for March and is working to connect local small-business owners with resources during the planned closures of restaurants and other establishments.

“With the concern surrounding COVID-19, my office will follow the guidelines and recommendations set forth by the Center for Disease Control and the Illinois Department of Public Health and discourage public gatherings,” said Bristow. “My priority is to keep our communities safe and healthy, including those who are already most vulnerable to this virus, like those with pre-existing conditions and our seniors. I want residents to know that I am in contact with our local health officials and IDPH to communicate accurate information to the public about this ongoing situation.”

The following events hosted by Bristow will be postponed for a later date:

CANCELED – Utility Bill Clinic at the Roxana Library scheduled for
March 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

CANCELED – I-Cash Event at the South Roxana Village Hall scheduled for
March 23 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

CANCELED – Coffee Shop Stop at Maeva’s Coffee in Alton scheduled for
March 28 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

CANCELED – Property Tax Seminar at Godfrey Village Hall scheduled for
March 30 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Bristow is encouraging owners to reach out to her at [email protected] . She said she will issue updates regarding small-business loans, unemployment benefits and other resources that may emerge.