OBMA Member & Business News

This section is for OBMA Member-specific information, events, issues, and news for small business owners in Ocean Beach.

Members, if you wish to have an announcement or article published in our Local News section for the general public, please email us your article or announcement here.

City of San Diego Construction Notice

Hello, My name is Stevani Jajo with Miramar General Engineering, the City of San Diego Contractor. We are applying for a Moratorium Waiver with the City of San Diego for Sidewalk Replacement Group 1901 (K-20-1866-DBB-6). This is a construction notice for the work needed for completion in the Ocean Beach area at the following addresses, under the instructions from the City of San Diego:

OB Vibe Event Photos

The Ocean Beach MainStreet Association celebrated the OB Vibe on Saturday, June 26, 2021 with a community event featuring local artisans & makers and spotlighting Ocean Beach’s local bars, breweries, restaurants, and retailers. This community event took place throughout the business districts in OB. The event encourages people to shop local and support OB businesses

COUNTY SMALL BUSINESS STIMULUS GRANT - NOW OPEN!

The County’s Small Business Stimulus Grant is now open and accepting applications! Any interested business can apply on the County’s website here: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/stimulusgrant.html There are FAQs and application instructions on the website if anyone has questions.

Virtual Meeting District Attorney Summer Stephan

Save the Date May 20, 2021 3pm to 4pm San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan will be virtually providing a Public Safety Update about Regional & Local issue’s emerging from the Covid-19 pandemic, sharing important prevention & awareness resources & listening to the voices of the community. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83020333206 Meeting ID: 830 2033 3206 / Passcode: 855125

Become A Member Of The Ocean Beach MainStreet Association Board Of Directors

If you are interested in running for a board position with the OB MainStreet Association, please review the following information. The requirements necessary to run are: Must be an OBMA member in good standing. Must have served on one of OBMA's committees for at least one year. Will have time to devote to monthly board meetings, committees and special events. Please review the Board Member Roles & Responsibilities sheet. Click here to download the intent to run pdf file or forms are available at the OBMA office. Election ballots go out on June 28, 2021, and must be returned to our office no later than 5pm Wednesday, July 7, 2021.

SBDC & BID Alliance Webinar - Restaurant Revitalization Fund - May 13th 4-5pm

Hello OBMA Members, We are happy to share we have locked in a date for our Restaurant Revitalization event with the Small Business Development Center. We will join them on May 13 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. virtually. The SBDC will be providing a discussion of the $28 Billion program as well as tutorial information for businesses interested in applying. You (and your business members) can register for free here: https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/14454 Register Here

Update For Restaurants And Bars

SBA Announces Official Restaurant Revitalization Fund Application & Guidelines RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION FUND (RRF) GRANT Application will be live within two weeks - earliest estimate is April 30th

SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER Restaurant Revitalization Fund Webinar

Hello OBMA Members- Our partner, the College Area Business District is hosting a webinar with the Small Business Development Center about the SBA’s upcoming Restaurant Revitalization Fund on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 2:30pm. This is another opportunity to access FREE Advisors who offer Technical Assistance for this and any other funding sources.

Remembering David Martin

We are all saddened to announce the passing of Dave Martin, long time business owner in Ocean Beach and member of the OB MainStreet Association Board of Directors since 2007. Dave will be greatly missed. He was a thoughtful and outspoken volunteer for our organization and also for so many other local organizations. His generosity of time, expertise, and energy was legendary. He was almost always the calmest person in the room which is a great asset on a Board of Directors.

Batten Accountancy Presentation

Many thanks to Jere Batten from Batten Accountancy for her 2nd Zoom presentation on PPP Loans, Employee Retention Credits, and taxes in general. It was so helpful and we urge you all to watch this zoom meeting. If you haven’t investigated the Employee Retention Credit, you really should. You can Click Here to view the Batten Accountancy Zoom Presentation.

OBMA Community Clean Up

Join Ocean Beach MainStreet Association, along with two of our members Christie Romano at Rest and Relax Real Estate and Service Kings for a COMMUNITY CLEAN UP which will focus on the OBMA business districts. Meet at the OBMA office at 8am on Saturday, April 17th. Coffee, Orange Juice & Donuts will be provided, plus lots trash bags, gloves and pickers. Thank you in advance for being a part of the change you want to see in OB! Click here to sign up!

Restaurant Revitalization Fund

Hello OBMA Restaurants Attached is information from the National Restaurant Association regarding a Restaurant Revitalization Fund. More information is available at RestaurantsAct.com Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our office if you have questions. Community is at the heart of everything we do. Our work together today will help ensure the health of Ocean Beach in the days, weeks, months and years to come. Click here to view OBMA Member Resources OBMA Team (619) 224-4906 [email protected]

City of San Diego Helping Businesses Meet Accessibility Standards During COVID-19 Pandemic

Hello OBMA Bars & Restaurants – Below is a message from the City of San Diego. GRANT MONEY AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESSES TO BUILD ADA COMPLIANT DECKS AND PLATFORMS UNDER OUTDOOR BUSINESS OPERATION GUIDELINES SAN DIEGO – In an effort to improve accessibility and support businesses dealing with the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of San Diego is now offering $3,000 grants to help build decks and platforms that comply with standards outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Register Now! OBMA Economic Vitality Series - March 10th @ Noon

Register NOW to join the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association and Jere Batten with Batten Accountancy, Inc. for an interactive hour discussing updates on the CARES Act, Payroll Protection Program, and your tax questions. Register Here Submit your questions for Batten Accountancy, Inc. here.

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