Loans available for local businesses hurt by December deep freeze

Whatcom County non-farm businesses that suffered economic losses due to the freezing conditions and record low temperatures between Dec. 10-13, 2009, now have access to financial relief through low interest loans.

Western Washington University's Center for Economic Vitality and its Small Business Development Center can assist applicants with designing an application and recovery plan. The deadline to apply for these loans is Feb. 15, 2011.