Below please find necessary documents for conducting outdoor food and retail sales in Rutherford:
Temporary Outdoor Food and Retail Sales (COVID-19 Economic Support) Policy
Temporary Outdoor Dining License Application
Executive Order 150: Protocols for Food and Beverage Establishments Offering Outdoor Service
Bergen County Financial Resources:
In response to the economic challenges with which our small businesses are contending, the County has created the Bergen County CARES Small Business Grant Program
The Bergen County CARES Small Business Grant Program is an economic stability measure designed to provide financial relief to small businesses negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and to increase overall business confidence during recovery.
The County of Bergen intends to begin accepting applications for the program by the end of the month [June]. A subsequent announcement will be made regarding the small business grant application process. Questions about the County’s grant programs can be sent to BergenCountyCares@co.bergen.nj.us. Read their full press release here.