Covid-19 Resources |  Bellingham, WA

Updated: June 1, 2021

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With the increasing news and concern regarding COVID-19, Summit Bookkeeping is actively monitoring the situation and acting in the best interest of our employees, clients, and community. To help small businesses during this time, we’ve compiled a list of resources to provide guidance and assistance.

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We will be updating this list as we find new resources. If there are any additional resources you are aware of, please let us know! We hope to make this list as useful as possible for everyone in our community.

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General Resources

• Q&A on coronaviruses ​(WHO)

• Resources for Businesses and Employers (CDC)

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Washington State Resources​​​​

• Inslee updates Healthy Washington proclamation, announces safe workers proclamation

• Mask and Distancing Requirements Are Changing: Key COVID-19 Updates for Fully Vaccinated Workers (May 21, 2021)

• Inslee announces statewide reopening date of June 30 and short-term statewide move to Phase 3

• Healthy Washington: Roadmap to Recovery [PDF]

• COVID-19 Reopening Guidance for Businesses and Workers

• Washington State Coronavirus Response (COVID-19)

• Frequently asked questions for businesses

• Rep. Suzane DelBene COVID-19 Resource Guide [PDF]

• Business Guidance, Regional Status, and What's Open

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Washington State Health Department

• Washington State Health Department Emergencies/Coronavirus

• Workplace and Employer Resources & Recommendations

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Department of Labor & Industries (L&I)

• ​​Novel ​Coronavirus Outbreak (COVID-19) Resources

• Paid Sick Leave and Coronavirus COVID-19 Common Questions

• Workers' Compensation Coverage and Coronavirus (COVID-19) Common Questions

• COVID-19 Workplace Safety and Health Requirements [PDF]

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Employment Security Department (ESD)​

• COVID-19 information

• COVID-19 business information

• Unemployment benefits available for self-employed workers

• Employer/employee resources:

  • SharedWork Program

  • Temporary layoffs, standby, partial employment, and furloughs

  • COVID-19 Scenarios and benefits available [PDF]

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Department of Revenue (DOR)

• Business Relief During COVID-19 Pandemic

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Department of Commerce

• ​​COVID-19 Tools & Resources

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Whatcom County Resources

• Whatcom Unified Command

• ​City of Bellingham Response to COVID-19

• Directive To Wear Face Coverings

• Real Property 2021 Tax Deferral for Businesses Effective April 16

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Whatcom County Health Department

• Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

• Covid-19 Guidance for Workplaces and Retail Businesses [PDF]

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NEW! [Open] Small Business Relief Program

Small businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19 in Whatcom County may be eligible for a grant between $10,000 and $25,000. Applications close on Monday, June 7, 2021 at 11:59 PST.​​

[Open] COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)

Small businesses in Whatcom County that are suffering substantial economic injury as a result of Coronavirus can apply for an SBA Disaster Assistance loan. The EIDL maximum loan amount has been increased to $500,000, which means that businesses that received the loan previously for less than $500,000 are likely eligible for an increase. The SBA is now reaching out directly to loan borrowers via email to provide more details about how businesses can request an increase. Borrowers should expect to receive emails from @sba.gov or @updates.sba.gov addresses

• ​Learn More (SBA)​

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[OPEN] Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG)

A new grant administered by the SBA targets shuttered venues due to COVID-19. Eligible entities for the SVOG include live venue operators or promoters, theatrical producers, relevant museum operators, zoos and aquariums who meet specific criteria, motion picture operators, talent representatives, and more.

• Learn More (SBA)

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Employee Retention Credit

The Employee Retention Credit is a refundable tax credit for employers that was implemented under the CARES Act to encourage businesses to keep employees on payroll during COVID-19. 

• FAQs: Employee Retention Credit under the CARES Act (IRS)

• Notice 2021-20: Guidance on the Employee Retention Credit under Section 2031 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (IRS)

• Notice 2021-23: Guidance on the Employee Retention Credit under the CARES Act for the First and Second Calendar Quarters of 2021 (IRS)

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WECU Business Relief Options

WECU is offering local businesses business relief options, including the PPP loan, for those impacted by the Coronavirus. Existing WECU Business Members will receive priority for loan support.

• Learn More​ or give them a call at 360-676-1168.

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[Closed] Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

Part of the CARES Act, the PPP is a loan designed to provide incentive for small businesses to keep employees on their payroll. The loan is currently available to eligible businesses for first and second draws. The deadline for the PPP loan was May 31, 2021.

• Learn More about Paycheck Protection Program (SBA)

• Eligible Paycheck Protection Program expenses now deductible (IRS)

• Top-Line Overview of Second Draw PPP (SBA)

• How to Calculate Revenue Reduction and Maximum Loan Amounts Including What Documentation to Provide (SBA)

• Forgiveness for Loans of $50,000 or Less (SBA)

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PPP Loan Forgiveness (SBA)

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We’re in this Together

At Summit Bookkeeping, we are committed to providing our clients and community with the resources they need to grow their business and navigate through complex situations. If you have any additional questions for us during this time, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We will continue to remain open and available for assistance at this time. Please leave your questions and comments using the form below.

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