29A - SMALL BUSINESS INCENTIVE PROG

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CITY OF SANTA ANA SANTA ANA SMALL BUSINESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM REIMBURSEMENT CHECKLIST Submission of all items included in the following checklist will ensure the timely processing of your application and rebate check. 1. Complete and signed application with all the following requested materials: • Small Business Incentive Application • Copy of current City of Santa Ana business license • Declaration of Income Form with Supporting Documentation (if qualifying by income criteria) • Copy of I -9 form, Driver's license or State Identification Card, Lease or rental agreement, Utility bill, Landlord statement (if qualifying by target resident area) • Duns Number Form • Completed Receipt Form from the Orange County SBDC indicating the workshop taken. • Copies of paid receipts totaling at least $5,000 of expenses you have invested in the start- up of this business. Receipts are required to document all business start -up costs. Please note that this is a one -time reimbursement for up to $5,000. Eligible Use of Incentive Funds The Santa Ana Small Business Incentive Program is designed to provide a $5,000 incentive to start-up businesses to locate in Santa Ana and receive specialized business development training in the process of receiving this grant. This incentive will provide a rebate up to $5,000 for start up costs to businesses who qualify. Start-up costs can be, but not limited to: • City Business License Fee • Signage • Inventory Purchase • Utility connections /reconnections (Sewer, Water, Telephone) • Zoning Permit Fees • Architectural/Design fees • Shipping /Packaging Fees • Advertising/Printing /Website Presence • Accounting Services • Purchase of equipment or furnishings • Office Supplies • Internet Connection • Rent /Lease payments (1 month with copy of lease) • Insurance Costs • Business development training workshop fee 29A -17