Covid-19 Resources |  Bellingham, WA

Updated: February 25, 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​​​

• Health 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-1) Resources

• Paid Sick Leave and Coronavirus COVID-19 Common Questions

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

• COVID-19 Phases 1 and 2 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

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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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[Open] Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

New! Applications are currently only available to businesses with fewer than 20 employees and sole proprietors from Wednesday, February 24 through Wednesday March 10, 2021. The second round of PPP loans resumed on January 11, 2021 at 9am ET. Part of the CARES Act, the PPP is a loan designed to provide incentive for small businesses to keep employees on their payroll. The deadline for the second PPP loan is March 31, 2021.

• Learn More about Paycheck Protection Program (SBA)

• New! Biden Administration takes steps to promote equitable access to SBA relief (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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[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 and the EIDL Advance of up to $10,000.​ Applications reopened for small businesses on June 15th, 2020.

• ​Learn More (SBA)​

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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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Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act

The CARES Act provides assistance for American workers, families, and small businesses​. Learn more about how the CARES Act Provides Assistance to Small Businesses (US Treasury)​

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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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