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BBB Business Tip: Reopening in the time of COVID-19

Many states across the country are preparing to reopen amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision on whether to reopen your business or not is an individual one and, for some, not a reality at this time. On the other hand, some are ready, and want to know how to do so safely! Guidelines will vary greatly across states and industries, so check with your local representatives for more information on what is allowed or not in your state. In the meantime, BBB has general tips for you to consider as you prepare to reopen and for those who continue to operate under restrictions.

Updated: May 14, 2020

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)

SBA is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses in the state who are affected by COVID-19. Businesses can apply at sba.gov/disaster. Additionally, see below for the statements they have shared.

• Disaster Assistance Loan Press Release
• Fact Sheet – Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Lapse in Appropriations Notice: SBA is unable to accept new applications at this time for the Paycheck Protection Program or the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)-COVID-19 related assistance program (including EIDL Advances) based on available appropriations funding.

EIDL applicants who have already submitted their applications will continue to be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Contact: SBA’s NV team at 702-388-6611 or the customer service center at 1-800-659-2955.

Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Assistance (EIDL Advance)

In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, small business owners in all U.S. states, Washington D.C., and territories are eligible to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan advance of up to $10,000. This advance will provide economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue. Funds will be made available following a successful application. This loan advance will not have to be repaid. Read more here.

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll. SBA will forgive loans if all employees are kept on the payroll for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. Read more here.

• Loan Forgiveness Application
• Updated FAQs
• Notice: Lapse in Appropriations
• Other Assistance
• Paycheck Protection Program Loan Information
• Who Can Apply
• Loan Details and Forgiveness
• Lender Forms and Guidance
• Additional Program Information

IRS Economic Impact Payment

The stimulus payments are automatic for most taxpayers. See if you are eligible for an Economic Impact Payment. No further action is needed by taxpayers who filed tax returns in 2018 and 2019 and most seniors and retirees. Read more here.

Federal CARES Act

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provides assistance for American workers and families; small businesses; state and local governments; and more. These materials will help be your guide to the federal CARES Act.

• Small Business Guide to the CARES Act
• What the CARES Act Means for Nevada’s Families and Businesses

Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act)

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Read more important details here. Read the full press release here.

Updated: March 26, 2020

Families First

This Families First Coronavirus Constituent Service Resource Toolkit will help you understand all the benefits that are available to you and your community — and how to access them. This toolkit breaks out the explanation of aid into seven categories. Additional information can be found on the federal student aid website.

Federal Student Aid

Student Loan payments will automatically stop from March 13, 2020, through Sept. 30, 2020.

To provide relief to student loan borrowers during the COVID-19 national emergency, federal student loan borrowers are automatically being placed in an administrative forbearance, which allows you to temporarily stop making your monthly loan payment. This suspension of payments will last until Sept. 30, 2020, but you can still make payments if you choose. Read the borrower Q&As below to learn more.

U.S. Department of Labor: COVID-19 and the Workplace

The Wage and Hour Division provides information on common issues employers and employees face when responding to COVID-19, and its effects on wages and hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act and job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act. See below for multiple resources.

• National Dislocated Worker Grants
• Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers
• Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights
• Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave Requirements
• COVID-19 and the Fair Labor Standards Act: Questions and Answers
• COVID-19 and the Family and Medical Leave Act: Questions and Answers
• WHD Response to COVID-19
• DOL Dialogue on Compliance Materials Needed for FFCRA: https://ffcra.ideascale.com/a/ideas/recent/campaigns/53788

Updated: March 25, 2020

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Coronavirus Resource Page

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has compiled a page with links to resources on business resilience and disaster recovery for those affected by COVID-19. Read about these resources here.

• Small Business Resource Guide

Updated: March 18, 2020

Small Business Grant Program

This $5,000 grant program is for small businesses located in an economically vulnerable community that employ 3-20 employees and have been harmed financially by COVID-19. It is being funded by the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation: https://savesmallbusiness.com/

Updated April 20, 2020

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

See below for important resources from the EEOC about emergency pandemic preparedness.

• What You Should Know About the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act and the Coronavirus
• Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act​

Updated: March 18, 2020

Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 

The U.S. Department of Labor has prepared this Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19. Read here.

Updated: March 27, 2020

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Resource Guide

Memo on Financial Institution Funding

GOED released a memo for Nevada business owners seeking Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Round-2 funds. It is a list of credit union and banking financial institutions. Read here.

Updated April 28, 2020

Workforce Training COVID-19 Response

In order to support businesses that need to bring on new workforce members for a shift in production to meet Emergency Medical Supply needs or those that need to upskill or retool their current workforce to meet changing business needs, GOED has created this response tool to fast track access to WINN funding. To access this form click here: Workforce Training COVID-19 Response Form.

Updated April 7, 2020

HELP DEFEAT COVID-19: Donate, Retool and Repurpose for Critical Medical Supplies

Manufacturing Retooling & Repurposing for PPE Survey. The purpose of this survey is to provide manufacturers with the opportunity to support our Silver State’s medical needs with production capabilities, inventory, and/or repurposing/retooling of manufacturing processes to produce Nevada-specific health care in-demand products for fighting COVID-19.

Last Updated: April 2, 2020

COVID-19 Economic Impact Survey 

GOED is asking all businesses for their input on this survey. Your input is critically important in supporting policy and decision-makers as we move through this pandemic. Here is the Economic Impact Survey in Spanish.

Last Updated: March 25, 2020

Business Resources

GOED has provided a compilation of online resources for businesses during this challenging time. See below for more details.

• COVID-19 Situation Report
• COVID-19 Resources Page

Updated: March 26, 2020

Nevada Health Response 

Created by Governor Sisolak, the Nevada Health Response shares information pertinent to COVID-19, including resources for families, FAQs, and preventative measures. The below COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Initiative includes critical information regarding COVID-19 prevention strategies, social distancing guidelines, postponement/cancellation of gatherings, essential and non-essential services and sectors, and guidelines for food establishments.

• Face Covering One-Sheet
• Stay Safe, Stay Open Poster
• Directive Related to Legal Proceedings, Permits, and Licenses
• Travel Advisory
• Moratorium on Evictions
• COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Initiative
• Resources for Nevadans
• Eviction Press Release

Updated: May 14, 2020

Senator Catherine Cortez Masto’s Coronavirus Resources

The Senator has released resources and important information regarding COVID-19. View here resources here and guide here.

Updated: April 8, 2020

Jacky Rosen, U.S. Senator for Nevada

Jacky Rosen’s office has created a resource page with details on unemployment insurance, CDC guidelines, IRS tax filing and much more. See below.

• Nevada Small Business Resource Guide

Updated: April 2, 2020

Office of Science, Innovation, and Technology

• COVID-19 and the E-rate program

Updated: April 1, 2020

Nevada Department of Health and Human Services

The state has issued a technical bulletin for employers regarding COVID-19 sick leave for employees. You can read the full bulletin here.

Updated: March 30, 2020

Business Reopening Guidance

The Department of Business and Industry has released a letter outlining assistance available for businesses as they create their reopening plans. The Division of Industrial Relations’ Safety Consultation and Training Section (SCATS) is available to review plans created by businesses. Read the full letter here. Contact the SCATS here.

Last Updated May 4, 2020

Department of Business and Industry (B&I)

This Business Resource Center is provided for business owners and entrepreneurs so they can plan for what happens next to their businesses during these uncertain times and helps them navigate the new challenges as they restart their operations.

• Business Resource Center
• COVID-19 Announcements

Updated: March 30, 2020

iChallenge Program

The SBA works with a number of local partners to counsel, mentor, and train small businesses. This program seeks to get the word out about resources available to them.

Learn more

Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR)

DETR has compiled multiple resources regarding unemployment claims and job seeking on their website. Refer to the links below for more details.

• Unemployment Insurance Claim Filing System
• Unemployment Claimant FAQ
• Job Seeker Resource Guide

Updated: March 25, 2020

Nevada Small Business Development Center (Nevada SBDC)

The Nevada SBDC Business Resiliency Toolkit contains a small business resiliency plan developed by the Washington SBDC as well as links to help small business owners plan for any kind of disruption, from natural disasters to infrastructure failures to pandemics.

• Business Resiliency Toolkit

Updated: March 23, 2020

Nevada Health Link

In response to Governor Sisolak’s Emergency Declaration, Nevada Health Link announced a limited-time Exceptional Circumstance Special Enrollment Period for qualified Nevadans who missed the Open Enrollment Period. The SEP runs from March 17, 2020 through April 15, 2020, and will allow eligible individuals to enroll in a qualified health plan through the SBE platform, Nevada Health Link.

• Special Enrollment Period 

Updated: March 20, 2020

Nevada Works Together

Nevada Industry Excellence has created the state’s first job portal for manufacturers in response to the mass labor displacement caused by the coronavirus crisis. Sign up and learn more here: http://nevadaworkstogether.com

Nevada Hardest Hit Fund

The Nevada Affordable Housing Assistance Corporation (NAHAC) was specifically chosen by the U.S. Treasury’s Hardest Hit Fund® to help Nevada homeowners in their time of need. Learn more here.

Salesforce Grant Program

Salesforce is doing $10,000 grants to businesses that meet the below requirements. Applications for Vegas open on April 27. Learn more here.

To be eligible to apply, companies must:

• Be a for-profit company
• Have between 2 to 50 employees
• Have been in business for 2 full years as of March 2020
• Have an annual revenue between $250k and $2M
• Have experienced challenges from COVID-19
• Meet all other eligibility requirements as stated in the Grant Program Terms linked here.

Updated April 21, 2020

University of Phoenix Webinars for Businesses

University of Phoenix is offering free webinars for business owners and professionals during this time. You can also find links to additional webinars  and resources for families, teachers, and K-12 students here.

• Entrepreneurs’ and small business recommendation guide for COVID-19
• Taking great care of customers in a crisis

Updated: April 6, 2020

University of Phoenix – Free Online CTE Courses

University of Phoenix is offering free online courses from its Continuing Teacher Education (CTE) collection. These courses, handpicked by the staff, can help you transition smoothly from in-person to online learning in the midst of COVID-19.  To view the list of courses available and to sign up, please visit this link.

Facebook Small Business Grants Program

Facebook understands that your business may be experiencing disruptions resulting from the global outbreak of COVID-19. They are offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits to help during this challenging time. See below for more details.

• Small Business Grants Program

Updated: March 18, 2020

Find Help

This site helps people find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free or reduced cost programs that help people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is searchable by zip code.

• FindHelp.org

Updated: March 23, 2020

Restore Your Economy

This site is regularly providing COVID-19 resources, in addition to sharing credible sources to remain up to date on COVID-19. See below for their latest entries in support of businesses during this time.

• Federal Guidance & Resources for Communities & Businesses
• Resources for Economic Development Planning and Recovery

Updated: March 18, 2020

Clark County School District (CCSD) COVID-19 Resources

CCSD has compiled links to multiple food distribution sites, including those at their schools and led by Three Square. See below for that and more:

• Food Distribution Sites and Resources 
• CCSD COVID-19 Resource List
• Distance Education Information 
• Newsroom

Clark County Chairwoman Kirkpatrick’s Community Resources

Clark County Chairman Marilyn Kirkpatrick has created a page of resources for community, business, education and financial needs. Read here.

Updated: April 6, 2020

Clark County Page

Companies hiring during COVID-19, list here.

Review Journal

• article on companies hiring, read more here.

Sitel Seeking to Hire Customer Service Representatives

Sitel is immediately hiring 100 employees into long-term roles to support a client’s customers. They want to partner with local employers who have had to terminate employment for a large number of customer service/hospitality employees within the past few weeks. They are looking for employers that have active background checks on the displaced employees and who are willing to work with Sitel to share candidates who have clear backgrounds (no criminal history). See below for the job description.

• Las Vegas Customer Service Representative 

Updated: March 20, 2020

DISCOVERY Children’s Museum

Clark County School District (CCSD) COVID-19 Resources

CCSD has compiled links to multiple food distribution sites, including those at their schools and led by Three Square. See below for that and more:

• Food Distribution Sites and Resources 

Child Care Aware

Childcare has been of particular interest to families of essential workers. See below for nationwide resources pertaining to this challenge. 

• For Parents

Henderson Emergency Operations Center 

For CARE participants, the Henderson Emergency Operations Center has compiled a grid of food distribution locations. In addition, there is a corresponding companion map to visually identify where these addresses are located. 

• Download: Food Distribution Listing
• Food Distribution Points: A Companion Map

Three Square and RTC Senior Grocery Delivery

#RTCSNV paratransit services are teaming up with @threesquarelv to make home grocery deliveries to seniors. For more information on this service please contact Three Square directly at seniorhunger@threesquare.com or call 702-765-4030. Additionally, service hours for all 12 of our Silver STAR routes are expanding, including earlier start times. For more information on the Silver STAR routes visit rtcsnv.com or call 702-228-4800. #StayHomeForNevada #COVID19⠀

United Way of Southern Nevada

United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) unites our community to improve people’s lives from cradle to career. UWSN created the Emergency Assistance and Community Needs Fund to assist those impacted by Coronavirus-19 (COVID-19). By bringing together nonprofits, corporate partners, schools, governmental agencies and our community, we will move our Southern Nevada forward.

• Emergency Assistance and Community Needs Fund

Asian American Group/AAG and Las Vegas India Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Silver State Health

117 Global

Hand sanitizer, 3 Ply Masks, Sanitary Gowns, Nitrile Gloves, Antiseptic Wipes, Hair covers, Face shields, Safety glasses.
​For more information visit: https://www.117global.com

AlphaGraphics

For more information email LasVegas@alphagraphics.com or call (702) 798-7557.

Assured Partners Consulting

For more information visit https://assuredpc.com or call (702) 617-1777.

Buddy Jack

Sanitizer is produced with Federal Drug Administration’s requirement of Isopropyl Alcohol, Glycerine, Hydrogen Peroxide. It can be used on hands, equipment and surfaces.
​For more information visit: https://buddyjackco.com/

Coalition Medical Supply

​Washable cloth face masks.
​For more information visit: https://sociallaunch.co/wholesale-cloth-masks/

Costco

Contact: Max Ramos 702-352-2038
Sanitizer, Clorox Wipes, Special Orders

Dechan Inc.

Swabs, KN95 FDA EUA, GOwns, Sanitizer, Cloth Masks & More.
For more information contact Carol Ann Dechan by email or call (702) 496-0318

EcoLabs

Contact: Jason Sanders, Sales Rep (Email, Phone)
​For more information visit: https://www.ecolab.com/offerings/kitchen-personal-protective-equipment

Lake Industries

Masks, hand sanitizer, hospital-grade disinfectant, liquid sanitizer, face shields, antibacterial soap. Items are in stock now and are available for same-day shipping or local pickup at their Henderson location.  There are no limits on order quantities and discounts are offered for bulk orders. Members should use code “VEGASLOCAL” for local pickup.
For more information visit: www.lakeindustries.com/ppe-supplies OR call (800) 261-4501

Las Vegas Distillery

Hand sanitizer. For more information visit https://www.lasvegasdistillery.com.

Pia Gladys Perey-Waelte

Medical suits, gowns and masks. For more information email: thomas@piagladysperey.net

Polar Shades

Masks and Gowns. For more information visit: ​https://www.polarshade.com/covid-19/

PromoDirect

​Face Covers, 3 Ply Disposable Masks. For more information visit: www.promodirect.com

Prudential Supply

Contact: Sara Bell, Sales Rep (Email, Phone)
​For more information visit: https://www.prudentialuniforms.com/

Quality Corrections & Inspections

For more information visit vegasmasks.com or call (702) 719-2322.

Screaming Images

For more information visit https://www.screamingimages.net or call (702) 380-4233.

Smithman Productions

Custom face masks and custom hand sanitizers. We are a great resource for custom branded canopies, table coverings and signage for restaurants and retail businesses practicing curbside pickup.​
For more information visit www.smithman.us or call 866-469-7766

Sysco

Contact: Claudia Flores, Sales Rep (Email, Phone)
​For more information visit: https://www.sysco.com/

Review-Journal Platform for Businesses

The Review-Journal is offering businesses a free platform to communicate with customers, both online and in print. Businesses can upload and update information online at lvrj.com/vegasbizupdates or by phone at 702-383-0383. That information — an address, contact information, business hours and service/product offerings — will appear at lvrj.com/vegas-business-updates, where customers can see it.

• More details on this opportunity
• Who’s Hiring

Updated: March 26, 2020

Rep. Susie Lee’s COVID-19 Crisis Constituent Resource Guide is available here: https://susielee.house.gov/sites/susielee.house.gov/files/2020.04.24_FINAL%20Coronavirus%20Crisis%20Constituent%20Resources%20Guide2.pdf

COVID-19: What Vegas Chamber Members Need to Know 

Our partners at the Vegas Chamber have compiled a list of updates, tips and news articles surrounding COVID-19. You can view their plans here.

Updated: March 18, 2020

Water Street District Business Association (WSDBA)

WSDBA has compiled news and resources for Water Street District business owners. Find here.

Updated: March 25, 2020

Workforce Connections Resources for Employers and Job Seekers

Workforce Connections has compiled a comprehensive list of resources for the community and contact information for the services. View all information here. Some quick links include:

• Employer Resources
• Job Postings
• Unemployment Benefit
• Employ Nevada

Updated: March 25, 2020

City of Henderson Community Resources

Henderson has compiled resources for members of the community, including mortgage assistance and housing resources. Read more here.

City of Las Vegas COVID-19 Resources

Las Vegas government has created a webpage of resources that includes the latest coronavirus information. View here.

They have also released a Business Preparedness Grant using $4 million in CARES Act funds. To be eligible a business must have an active business license, three to 25 full-time equivalent employees and be committed to upholding all of the recommendations and/or comply with any mandates for reopening from the state of Nevada and the Southern Nevada Health District. Learn more here.

Mesquite Economic Development COVID-19 Business Resources

Mesquite has shared resources to support businesses in response to COVID-19. View here.

Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN)

The EDAWN team serving Reno, Sparks and Tahoe has a local resource page for Western Nevada. Find those resources here.

Updated: March 24, 2020

Website: http://lcrda.com/

Northern Nevada Development Authority (NNDA)

NNDA has a local COVID-19 Resource Page for businesses in Nevada’s Sierra Region: Carson City, Douglas County, Lyon County, Mineral County, and Storey County.

Updated: March 24, 2020

News and information page: https://nnrda.com/news-information/

COVID 19 Information page: http://www.thechambernv.org/covid-19.html

Regional page for resources in Washoe County related to COVID-19. https://covid19washoe.com/ 

• Regional COVID-19 Business Operations Guide regarding Essential and Non-Essential Businesses
  • Regional COVID-19 Business Operations Guide regarding Essential and Non-Essential Businesses (En Español)
• COVID19 Testing – What if you have symptoms – Downloadable PDF Graphic 
• What is COVID19 – Downloadable PDF Graphic 
  • What is COVID19 (En Español) – Downloadable PDF Graphic 
• COVID19 Relief Fund for Reno, Sparks and Washoe County

Website: http://whitepinechamber.com/