As race day fast approaches, this photo, taken recently at Masonic Park, reminds me to remind you that Spring Valley Minnesota is where “The Prairies meet the Bluffs.” Prairies to the west and Bluff Country to the east… the entire route, less start and finish, is east of the City of Spring Valley, who doesn’t love a good hill climb… or 21? When your epic SV100 journey takes you to the majestic bluff pictured, you can get ready to celebrate your personal victory as this bluff marks the base of the last major hill climb of the day. As always, we are looking forward to seeing you at the SV100 Start Line on the 5th of June, 8 a.m… bring a friend. Cheers!
SV100 Race Report – Picture yourself here.
Here’s what you and your supporters need to know about Forestville. At the 67-mile mark of the SV100 route is Forestville State Park where you’ll find modern restrooms and plenty of shade. In past years, but not always, miracle coolers appear here, but don’t bank on it. First time visitors need to be aware there is no vehicle access to the picnic pavilion from the Historic Village North entrance, the bridge is perpetually closed and only open to foot/bike traffic; motorized vehicles planning to park at the picnic pavilion to cheer on their rider(s) will need to enter the Park from the South entrance. Please note: All vehicles must display a valid State Park Sticker/Pass to enter the State Park, one-day passes are available for $5 at the Ranger/Information Station at the South entrance. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon. Be safe!
Kiwanis Student Spotlight: Kylie Welch
Parents: Bryan and Shannon Welch
Name: Kylie Welch
School Activities: National Honor Society, Student Council, Golf.
Activities/Work Outside of School: I work at a campground and golf course during the spring and summer. Outside of work, I like to spend time with my friends and family.
Your Favorite Class and Why? Anatomy and physiology because it’s always interested me to learn about how the human body works and because I plan to go into a medical field in the future so it prepares me for it.
Why is a Solid Education Important? I think it is something that every person should be able to have. Having a good education is important because people are able to have the freedom of doing whatever they want in the future for a job and have the abilities and skills of doing something that interests them.
Immediate Plans After High School Graduation: Keep working at my job, spend lots and lots of time with my family and friends and go to college in the fall of this year.
Long-term Plans/Goals: Attend Winona State University in the fall for athletic training and hopefully graduate with my Bachelor’s degree and eventually go back for my Masters.
Note: The Spring Valley Kiwanis Club annually recognizes the top academic performers at Kingsland High School. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the plans to honor the students in person are still unknown. Typically, they attend a meeting of Kiwanis with their parents for recognition.
American Rescue Plan: Restaurant Revitalization Fund – Application Portal Opens May 3rd, 12:00 PM EST
IMPORTANT PROGRAM INFORMATION AND UPDATES FROM THE SBA AS OF APRIL 28, 2021
When Congress passed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), it included a $28.6 billion relief package earmarked for grants to restaurants called the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF). The American Rescue Plan Act became public law on March 11, 2021 and appropriated $28.6 billion for RRF, authorizing Small Business Association (SBA) to award funds. Appropriations remain available until expended, and funds must be used for eligible uses no later than March 11, 2023.
The Restaurant Revitalization Fund supplies tax-free federal grants to eligible restaurant businesses equal to their COVID-19 pandemic-related revenue losses. Fund grants do not need to be paid back. Unlike the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which was administered by lenders with the Small Business Administration (SBA) in the background, Fund will be administered directly by SBA. The U.S. Small Business Administration said applicants for the Restaurant Revitalization Grant program do not need to register for a Data Universal Numbering System, or DUNS number—the unique nine-digit identifier for businesses—or on SAM.gov, as initially required.
About the Application Period & Processing
Pilot Period: Pilot Period participants will be randomly selected from existing PPP borrowers who self identified as members of RRF priority groups. Pilot participants will not receive funds until RRF is open to the public at application launch.
Priority Period: Days 1-21 – During the initial 21-day Priority Period, SBA will accept applications from all eligible applicants. Only applications from small businesses owned by women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged Applicants will be funded during this period.
Day 22: All eligible applications will be processed and funded until program funds are exhausted.
A small business concern that is at least 51 percent owned and the management and daily business operations of the applicant are controlled by one or more individuals who are, Women, Veterans or Socially and Economically Disadvantaged. Applicants must self-certify on the application that they meet eligibility
requirements. EXAMPLE: An applicant has five owners who each own 20 percent of the applicant. Two owners are veterans, and one owner is a socially and economically disadvantaged individual. SBA will consider this applicant to meet the requirement that at least 51 percent of the applicant is owned by a priority group.
Please find updated links and resources, including a sample application from the SBA listed below:
Overview of the RRF: Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) – Restaurants Act
Program Guidelines: Restaurant Revitalization Funding Program: Program Guide as of April 17th, 2021 (sba.gov)
Frequently Asked Questions: faq_revitalization_grants.pdf (restaurant.org)
Sample Application: SBA Form 3172 Restaurant Revitalization Funding Application (Sample only)
SBA Webinar Presentation Slides: Microsoft PowerPoint – RRF Overview Deck FINAL 4.27-508 (002) – Read-Only (akamaized.net)
Eligible businesses are encouraged work with their accountant to prepare the applications, gather required documentation, and to submit applications on May 3rd, or as soon as possible after the program opens.
Please contact Chris Hahn, Spring Valley EDA Director with any question at 612-327-9729 or email director@SpringValleyEDA.org
SV100 Race Report – 40 Days Away
We’re 40 days and a wake-up away from the SV100 rollout from downtown Spring Valley. For those who are unfamiliar with the route, let me help manage expectations by stressing one of the cornerstones of the event, it is a self-supported race. This “pop” machine pictured at mile 76 in Cherry Grove is the only one you’ll see on the entire route, there are no convenience stores or gas stations for re-provisioning on the route without taking a detour along the way. The historic Forestville Village in the State Park, including the Village Store at mile 67, is under renovation and doesn’t reopen until July 1st. For those veterans of the event, you know gravel racers at this event can be a generous bunch, so if you miscalculated your nutritional needs, say something to a fellow rider before it becomes a crisis.
SV100 Race Report – The Graders
Spring Valley 100 race report from the race tri-chairs: The graders have been out grooming and fluffing up the gravel on the route; the 65 miles we rode were fantastic; who doesn’t love 45 mph downhills on two wheels over misshapen marbles? We are looking forward to seeing you all at the start and finish lines on June 5. Training tip: find a hill with a >10% grade and climb it, and climb it again, and again, and again. Be Safe, CrushinGravel
