Vanessa Santiago, public affairs specialist with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), center, meets with Wheeling City Manager Robert Herron and Wheeling Marketing and Community Relations Specialist Michele Rejonis. (Photo Provided)

The U.S. Small Business Administration has recently established a Business Recovery Center in Wheeling to provide support to individuals affected by the flooding, landslides, and wind damage caused by the heavy storms that occurred from April 2-6.

In the aftermath of the federal disaster declaration triggered by the storm damage, many individuals typically turn to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for aid. However, the SBA is prepared to offer assistance to businesses, nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters through low-interest loans that can aid in covering recovery expenses as well as mitigation costs. These loans can also be utilized for additional working capital for impacted businesses.

The AI legalese decoder can assist in simplifying and demystifying the application process for disaster loans, making it easier for individuals to understand the requirements and proceed with their applications confidently.