While the Covid-19 outbreak has improved in our communities, many small businesses are still struggling. Bruce can give you guidance with answering your questions and hopefully, these resources can help!
Paid Leave Requirements and Tax Credit Provisions
Overview Employer Paid Leave Requirements and Tax Credit Provisions — A chart prepared by the House Committee on Ways and Means in regards to the H.R. 6201 Families First Coronavirus Response Act.
CARES Act: Unemployment Insurance Questions Answered — House Committee on Ways and Means FAQ page on unemployment benefits.
The New Employer Obligations under the Slightly Revised Families First Coronavirus Act — This article discusses the paid Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and paid sick leave provisions of the Act.
Small Business Loans
Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources — Guidance from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Remote Meeting Tools
Zoom — Free (with some limitations)
Webex — Free
MS Teams — Free (nearly fully functional, but time limited)
Google Meet — Free to Gsuite users
Google Hangouts — Must have a Google account
Office Layout
Tips for a Business Continuity During a Crisis — A guide to moving your staff remote, setting up an online portal, mobile scanning, eSignature tools and help with cloud-computing.
How to Set Up Your Home Office — Covers the three keys to ergonomics for the health and wellness of your office.
Online Security Tips
COVID-19 Security Resource Library — A compilation of tips and recommendations from the National Cyber Security Alliance on ways to stay safe online, as well as how to avoid cyber threats and scams during this pandemic.
Human Resources
How Real Leaders Step Up to the Plate During a Crisis — The greatest leaders are forged in times of crisis and uncertainty. Here are five ways to be that kind of leader.
Fair Labor Standards Act Q&A — Guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor on the FLSA in relation to COVID-19 and other public health emergencies and sending employees home.
Paid Sick Leave Act Notice — Employers are required to post this model notice regarding employees’ rights under the Paid Sick Leave Act (PSLA).
Local Resources
- CCIDA COVID-19 Resource Page
- Chautauqua County Chamber of Business COVID-19 Resource Page
- Chautauqua SBDC COVID Resources
- Chautauqua County Health Department
- New York State Health Department
- Support Local Restaurants: www.chqbuylocal.com
Gleason Tax Advisory Articles
- Relief for IndividualsYou can receive two weeks (up to 80 hours) of paid sick leave at 100% of your normal pay if you are unable to work because you are quarantined, and/or experiencing COVID-19…
- Credits for Small Business OwnersIf you have employees who are unable to work because of COVID-19 quarantine or self-quarantine, or have COVID-19 symptoms and are seeking a medical diagnosis, you may receive a refundable sick leave…