Mayor Sarno states, “Congratulations to Lena Redd and family! This COVID-19 pandemic has been surreal and challenging, especially for our local restaurants. Not only did SouLao’d Kitchen open just before the pandemic but they have managed to survive and endure and here we are today celebrating the grand reopening of their dine-in services and the marking of their two year anniversary. Many businesses and families have struggled these past 18 months. My Administration was happy to offer what assistance we could by providing over $1.5 million in four rounds of Prime the Pump grant funding to help address the critical needs and to help stabilize our local businesses. SouLao’d Kitchen was one of the many businesses that we were able to help and I am happy to be here today for this joyous occasion and by the way this heartwarming cuisine is delicious too!”
State Representative Williams stated, “Covid-19 has disrupted the lives of many, but it has also brought us closer together and made us stronger. Many businesses throughout the Commonwealth have struggled to stay afloat, modifying the physical structures of their businesses to offer outdoor service, switching to take-out only and offering outside delivery service. Unfortunately, however many were unable to survive and had to close their doors forever. When I see a business that has made it through this Pandemic, I commend them whole heartedly. Their tenacity, grit and perseverance are a testament to their dedication and commitment to providing service to this community and should be celebrated.”