Round 2 of the Small Business Economic Recovery Grant opens today for registered businesses in Uintah County that have experienced COVID-19 hardship. “Small businesses are critical to the success of our Basin’s economy,” shares the release from Uintah County, Vernal City, Naples City, and Ballard City. “The funds originate from the CARES Act fund approved by Congress and passed through the Utah Governor’s Office of Management and Budget. Each local government has determined that these grant expenditures are necessary in response to the public health emergency.” Grants can be requested in amounts of $1,000 to $10,000 and the Round 2 grant submission deadline is Monday, November 16th, at 5:00 pm. For grant eligibility requirements and application submission, visit uintahbusinessgrant.org.