City leaders approve new loan program to help small businesses

CRESWELL — Money has freed up for small businesses affected by COVID-19 in city limits, thanks to an unfilled position in the City’s planning department. 

Creswell City Council on Monday authorized $30,000 from the Planning & Economic Development budget to be used for small business microloans through Community Lending Works. That amount can be increased to $50,000 if the city can leverage state funding through Business Oregon and secure a matching grant. 

City Manager Michelle Amberg…