Your local businesses are still here for you and they need you to be there for them! Check out the Longmont Chamber to see which local restaurants are still open for take-out, delivery, curbside, etc.: https://t.co/hqBZSFc9MK #strongmont pic.twitter.com/n1E2fwCWNh
— City of Longmont, CO (@cityoflongmont) March 21, 2020
The Longmont Chamber, Visit Longmont, and the Longmont Downtown Development Authority used the hashtag #Strongmont to promote Longmont solidarity during the lockdown.
In these tough times, Longmont's strong community spirit really shines through! On Friday, April 10, we want you to show your friends your #Strongmont Spirit! Click the link to find out how to participate! https://t.co/HDr2ksw204#visitlongmontlater pic.twitter.com/ttBunOsUzy
— Visit Longmont (@VisitLongmont) April 7, 2020
Longmont businesses have used #Strongmont to connect back with the city and its customers.
Please don't forget to wear your #mask Thank you #strongmont #tacotuesday #margaritastogo #margaritapitchers #togo #takeout #delivery #longmont #supportlocalbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #strongertogether #stayhome #yourethebest #bekind #wearamask pic.twitter.com/GH9J8w0d05
— Summit Tacos (@summit_tacos) May 26, 2020
Longmont residents have also used the hashtag to voice their lockdown experiences and support each other.
Day 60! At least I can still sit on the front porch and read the paper. #thebigempty #longlivelingmont #strongmont @ Longmont, Colorado https://t.co/29ljROn3cj
— Fathergoose_ (@Fathergoose_) May 12, 2020
Great blue heron at my favorite Longs Peak vista point, during this morning’s run. #longmont #strongmont #longspeak #birdtwitter #Colorado pic.twitter.com/ditw3011hF
— Joshua Berman (@tranquilotravel) April 26, 2020
There are also various projects now associated with #Strongmont amid the coronavirus pandemic quarantine.
The Advance Longmont Economic Partners have formed the Strongmont Fund which is comprised of funds from the City, LDDA, LEDP, and donations from the broader community. The Strongmont Fund will provide grant funding to local small businesses. Strongmont Grant applications for businesses opened on May 18, and any business that meets the criteria is welcome to apply here .
We know many #Longmont businesses have been deeply impacted by the #COVID19 pandemic. The #COVID19 #BusinessResponse Team is asking businesses to share how they've been impacted: https://t.co/lBGAYLk4Vj. This assessment will be a requirement for the #Strongmont Fund application. pic.twitter.com/NMNpNrUEd4
— City of Longmont, CO (@cityoflongmont) May 13, 2020
The Longmont Creative District started a #Strongmont Creates grant program on May 15th that provides up to $250 to creatives in the Longmont community. They are looking for engaging and inspiring projects to be showcased on the streets, and inside the businesses and organizations of the Longmont Creative District.
Do you know what #DowntownLongmont business you can find by this colorful, cozy tree? Let us know!
— Downtown Longmont (@DowntownLongmnt) May 22, 2020
Want to learn how you can contribute your own creative touch in the #LongmontCreativeDistrict? Click the #link to learn more!https://t.co/fres51FSQZ #strongmont #longmont pic.twitter.com/IZ3mwK8Jnp
The Strongmont grants haven't actually been awarded yet so we can't really say what the impact has been. The intent is to support our local businesses and to continue to stand together as a community,” said Karen Stallard, membership director with the Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce.
“Strongmont isn't going anywhere. We aren't through this yet, and local businesses are just on the brink of opening up and need the community to support them now more than ever.”