Suffolk County Business Recovery Unit

The Suffolk County Business Recovery Unit serves as a:

One Stop for business questions and resources related to impacts as a result of COVID 19
Data collection for economic and workforce impacts

Suffolk County BACKSTOP

Rental and Small Business Assistance

The Small Business Assistance Grant Program pre-application will open on April 9th at 9am and will be open through April 23rd.

Small Business Assistance Pre-Application

Small Business Assistance - Quick Reference Guide

Emergency Rental Assistance Program - Quick Reference Guide: English | Spanish

Rental Assistance FAQs: English | Spanish

Rental Assistance Lottery Application

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

Emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by the COVID pandemic.

Eligible applicants may qualify for SVO Grants equal to 45% of their gross earned revenue, with the maximum amount available for a single grant award of $10 million. The program includes $15 billion in grants to be administered by the SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance. Those who have suffered the greatest economic loss will be the first applications processed under the SBA-established schedule.

Due to technical difficulties, SBA has temporarily suspended the SVOG application portal. SBA will share advance notice of the time and date before the reopening so all applicants can be prepared and to ensure fair and equal access. Applicants may continue to register for a new account.

For more information visit the SBA Website.

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Due to the rapid response being provided by Federal, State and local governments and resources, the information below will be updated as new information is obtained.

Contact the Business Recovery Unit by calling 311 or emailing business.recovery@suffolkcountyny.gov

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NYS Reopening Guidance: General & Statewide Guidance

White House Guidelines for Opening Up America Again: President Trump has unveiled Guidelines for Opening Up America Again, a three-phased approach based on the advice of public health experts. These steps will help state and local officials when reopening their economies, getting people back to work, and continuing to protect American lives. The guidelines are implementable on statewide or county-by-county basis at the Governor’s discretion: https://www.whitehouse.gov/openingamerica/
Suffolk County Reopening Business Plan Template Considerations: This document is intended to assist businesses in completing their Business Reopening Safety Plan. It includes common considerations and best practices guidance that may help to create a more comprehensive safety plan. This document is intended to inform, not replace, the development of a business specific plan. The guidance below are for consideration only and all NYS guidance should be referred to and followed for your specific industry by visiting https://forward.ny.gov/: click here for the document.
Statewide Guidelines Overview: Essential businesses can operate throughout New York State. Refer to Empire State Development's Essential Business Guidance to determine if your business is designated as essential. Essential Businesses New York State is permitting certain commercial and recreational activities to operate statewide with restrictions. Refer to the guidance below as it may apply to you or your business.
Child Care and Day Camps View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Lake and Ocean Beaches View Summary Guidelines Read And Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Local Government Notification Religious and Funeral Services View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Racing Activities View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Dentistry View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Auto Racing Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Professional Sports Training Facilities View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Public Transportation View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Sports and Recreation View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Trade Schools and Private Instruction View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Private Auto Transportation View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Holiday Donations and Charity Drives Holiday Donations and Drives Advisory
Industries Reopening by Phase Overview: Reopening in Phases Businesses in each region will re-open in phases. Re-opening refers to non-essential businesses and business activities. Essential businesses and business activities that are open will remain open. The guidelines below apply to both non-essential businesses in regions that are permitted to re-open and essential businesses throughout the state that were previously permitted to remain open. Eligibility for reopening will be determined by health metrics for each region. Here is a breakdown of industries in each phase: Phase One: Open Construction Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting Retail - (Limited to curbside or in-store pickup or drop off) Manufacturing Wholesale Trade Phase Two: Open Offices Real Estate Essential and Phase II In-Store Retail Vehicle Sales, Leases, and Rentals Retail Rental, Repair, and Cleaning Commercial Building Management Hair Salons and Barbershops Outdoor and Take-Out/Delivery Food Services Phase Three: Open Food Services Personal Care Phase Four: Open Higher Education Pre-K to Grade 12 Schools Low-Risk Outdoor Arts & Entertainment Low-Risk Indoor Arts & Entertainment Media Production Professional Sports Competitions With No Fans Malls Gyms and Fitness Centers Gaming Facilities Movie Theaters Ski Facilities

NYS Reopening Guidance: Phase 1 - OPEN

Overview: The guidelines below apply to non-essential businesses in regions that are permitted to reopen, essential businesses throughout the state that were previously permitted to remain open, and commercial and recreational activities that have been permitted to operate statewide with restrictions. If guidance has not yet been published for your specific industry, but you are permitted to reopen, please refer to the NY Forward Safety Plan template. For help determining whether or not your business is eligible to reopen, use the reopen lookup tool. You can also scroll down to find the guidance for Phase Two. NY Forward Business Reopen Lookup Tool
Phase One: Construction Guidelines Building Equipment Contractors Building Finishing Contractors Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors Highway, Street and Bridge Construction Land Subdivision Nonresidential Building Construction Residential Building Construction Utility System Construction View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Phase One: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting Guidelines Other Animal Production Other Crop Production Support Activities for Animal Production Support Activities for Crop Production Support Activities for Forestry View Summary Guidance For: Non-Food Related Agriculture Summary Guidelines Forestry Summary Guidelines Fishing Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidance For: Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines for Non-Food Agriculture Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines for Forestry Read and Affirm Detailed guidelines for Fishing Print Business Safety Plan Template Phase One: Retail Trade Guidelines Phase One includes delivery, curbside, and in-store pickup service only for the following businesses: Clothing Stores Direct Selling Establishments Electronics and Appliance Stores Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses Furniture and Home Furnishing Stores Florists General Merchandise Stores Health and Personal Care Stores Jewelry, Luggage, and Leather Goods Stores Lawn and Garden Equipment and Supplies Stores Office Supplies, Stationery, and Gift Stores Used Merchandise Stores Shoe Stores Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument and Book Stores Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Phase One: Manufacturing Apparel Manufacturing Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing Machinery Manufacturing Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing Paper Manufacturing Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing Printing and Related Support Activities Textile Mills Textile Product Mills Wood Product Manufacturing Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Phase One: Wholesale Trade Apparel, Piece Goods, and Notions Merchant Wholesalers Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers Furniture and Home Furnishing Merchant Wholesalers Household Appliances and Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant Wholesalers Machinery, Equipment, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers Metal and Mineral (except Petroleum) Merchant Wholesalers Paper and Paper Product Merchant Wholesalers Professional and Commercial Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template

NYS Reopening Guidance: Phase 2 - OPEN

Overview: The guidelines below apply to non-essential businesses in regions that are permitted to reopen, essential businesses throughout the state that were previously permitted to remain open, and commercial and recreational activities that have been permitted to operate statewide with restrictions. If guidance has not yet been published for your specific industry, but you are permitted to reopen, please refer to the NY Forward Safety Plan template. For help determining whether or not your business is eligible to reopen, use the reopen lookup tool. You can also scroll down to find the guidance for Phase Two. NY Forward Business Reopen Lookup Tool
Offices View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Real Estate View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Essential and Phase II In-Store Retail View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Vehicle Sales, Leases, and Rentals View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Retail Rental, Repair, and Cleaning View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Commercial Building Management View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Hair Salons and Barbershops View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Outdoor and Take-Out/Delivery Food Services View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Suffolk County and Town Guidance on Outdoor Dining Suffolk County Department of Health - Outdoor Seating: https://suffolkcountyny.gov/PHP#outdoorSeatingAlert Babylon: https://www.townofbabylon.com/DocumentCenter/View/4569/Outdoor-Dining-Application-Info Brookhaven: https://www.brookhavenny.gov/1170/8495/Social-Distancing-Accommodations East Hampton: https://ecode360.com/32222490 Huntington: http://huntingtonny.gov/filestorage/13749/13847/16804/16810/Temporary_Outdoor_Dining_Town_Right_of_Way.pdf Islip: https://islipny.gov/news/announcements/709-temporary-outdoor-dining-permit-tent-permit-application Riverhead: https://www.townofriverheadny.gov/files/documents/document958023230010819.pdf Shelter Island: Click here for their outdoor dining operational plan Smithtown: https://www.smithtownny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4420/COVID-Accomodations-Application South Hampton: Guidance: https://www.southamptontownny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20710/EMERGENCY-RELIEF-for-TEMPORARY-OUTDOOR-DINING-APPROVAL-FORM-GUIDANCE Application: https://www.southamptontownny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20709/EMERGENCY-RELIEF-for-TEMPORARY-OUTDOOR-DINING-APPROVAL-FORM- Southhold: Application: http://southoldtownny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7816/Application-for-temporary-permit-for-outdoor-dining

NYS Reopening Guidance: Phase 3 – OPEN

Overview: The guidelines below apply to non-essential businesses in regions that are permitted to reopen, essential businesses throughout the state that were previously permitted to remain open, and commercial and recreational activities that have been permitted to operate statewide with restrictions. If guidance has not yet been published for your specific industry, but you are permitted to reopen, please refer to the NY Forward Safety Plan template. For help determining whether or not your business is eligible to reopen, use the reopen lookup tool. You can also scroll down to find the guidance for Phase Two. NY Forward Business Reopen Lookup Tool
September 3. The New York Forward guidance for Personal Care has been amended to permit services that require a customer to remove their face covering and provides the following: Responsible Parties are prohibited from offering personal care services that may require customers to remove face coverings (e.g., face massage, facials, face waxing around lip or nose areas, face tattoos, facial makeup, cosmetic lip tattooing, lip or nose piercings, beard trimming or shaves), unless the employee is wearing a face shield or similar barrier in addition to their face covering. Further, any employee performing such services must be tested, at least once on or after September 3, 2020, for COVID-19 through a diagnostic test and receive a negative result prior to the employee performing services that require removal of a customer’s face covering.
Here are some highlights, but is not inclusive of all requirements. You are responsible for reading, understanding, and implementing all requirements as a business owner. Dining: Indoor capacity (including bar space) is limited to no more than 50 % of the maximum occupancy set by the COO, exclusive of employees All tables must be separated by 6 feet in all directions. Where this is not possible, 5FT partitions are required. If you construct partitions, you must still adhere to 50% capacity rule You may seat parties up to 10 individuals provided they are from same family Utilization of Bar space is permitted if 6FT separation between employees and patrons and other patrons is possible. You must supply PPE for employees You must conduct employee wellness checks upon start of shift You must report all employee COVID positive cases to County and State Health Departments You must display signage for both employees and patrons regarding social distancing, best practices, and employee rights. You must designate a safety monitor to ensure your establishment is in compliance You must create a business safety plan and keep it on the premises Follow all CDC, OSHA, and State Guidelines Phase 3 Guidance for Dining applies to Catering and Banquet Halls and their respective restaurants. Personal Care Services: Tattoo and Piercing, appearance enhancement practitioners, massage therapy, spas, cosmetology, nail, tanning, waxing: You must ensure both the number of employees and customers combined are limited to no more than 50% of maximum occupancy Must maintain 6 FT of social distancing, except where core activity requires shorter distance, ie. Performing a tattoo or piercing. May consider appointment only and may limit walk ins Close waiting rooms, magazine/book stations, avoid crowding and lines Prevent handling of shared items such as nail polish bottles Sanitize and disinfect in between clients tanning beds, pedicure stations, massage tables, etc. You must supply PPE for employees You must conduct employee wellness checks upon start of shift You must report all employee COVID positive cases to County and State Health Departments You must display signage for both employees and patrons regarding social distancing, best practices, and employee rights. You must designate a safety monitor to ensure your establishment is in compliance You must create a business safety plan and keep it on the premises Follow all CDC, OSHA, and State Guidelines
Food Services View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template Personal Care View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Print Business Safety Plan Template

NYS Reopening Guidance: Phase 4 - OPEN

March 3, 2021 - Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that beginning April 2, event, arts and entertainment venues can reopen at 33 percent capacity, up to 100 people indoors and up to 200 people outdoors. If all attendees present proof of negative test prior to entry, capacity can increase up to 150 people indoors and up to 500 people outdoors. Social distancing and face coverings will be required by all attendees, as well as strict adherence to all applicable Department of Health guidance.
Governor Cuomo also announced that beginning March 22, residential gatherings of up to 25 people can be held outdoors. Indoor residential gatherings remain capped at 10 people to reduce the continued risk of spread. https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announces-event-arts-and-entertainment-venues-can-reopen-33-percent-capacity?fbclid=IwAR3mg_pR_GS_i77irSu9zXPNdpTWeUSQMqbAP9nLYqiqXgA75fDNXE7D1fw
March 17, 2021 - Governor Cuomo Updates New Yorkers On The State's Progress During Covid-19 Pandemic Five Remaining Yellow Zone Clusters Will Be Lifted March 22. Indoor Fitness Classes Can Begin Reopening Statewide March 22. 11pm Curfew Lifted for Casinos, Movie Theaters, Bowling Alleys, Billiard Halls, Gyms and Fitness Centers. https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/audio-rush-transcript-governor-cuomo-updates-new-yorkers-states-progress-during-covid-19-25
Overview: The guidelines below apply to non-essential businesses in regions that are permitted to reopen, essential businesses throughout the state that were previously permitted to remain open, and commercial and recreational activities that have been permitted to operate statewide with restrictions. If guidance has not yet been published for your specific industry, but you are permitted to reopen, please refer to the NY Forward Safety Plan template.
Phase Four: Open Higher Education Pre-K to Grade 12 Schools Low-Risk Outdoor Arts & Entertainment Low-Risk Indoor Arts & Entertainment Media Production Professional Sports Competitions With No Fans Malls Gyms and Fitness Centers Gaming Facilities Movie Theaters Ski Facilities
For help determining whether or not your business is eligible to reopen, use the reopen lookup tool. You can also scroll down to find the guidance for each phase. NY Forward Business Reopen Lookup Tool
Higher Education View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Reopening Plan Checklist
Low-Risk Outdoor Arts & Entertainment View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template September 15, 2020. Agritourism facts & FAQ
Low-Risk Indoor Arts & Entertainment View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template August 24, 2020. Governor Cuomo announced bowling alleys throughout New York will be allowed to reopen
Media Production View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template
Professional Sports Competitions With No Fans View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template
Malls View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template
Gyms and Fitness Centers Summary and Inspection Process View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template August 24, 2020. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that gyms and fitness centers can reopen in New York. Inspections began Monday, August 24th Inspections can be completed prior to your reopening OR within 2 weeks of your reopening date In order to get your inspection completed: Review the “New York State Interim Guidance for Gyms and Fitness Centers During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency” Affirm to Following the “New York State Interim Guidance for Gyms and Fitness Centers During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency” Develop your Safety Plan, if you don’t already have one New York State Safety Plan Template Ensure facility is ready to meet the NYS Interim Guidance for Gyms and Fitness Centers In approximately 3 business days from your NYS Affirmation being submitted, you will be contacted by a Suffolk County Inspector to schedule your inspection date. If you need to reschedule, call 311 On the day of your scheduled inspection, the inspector will call the phone number listed in NYS Affirmation to confirm your inspection and provide a more detailed time window. Sample Inspection Checklist Gym and Fitness Center Reopening FAQ Recorded Webinar - Thursday 8/20, 2pm: Suffolk County officials discussed reopening plans and procedures for gyms and fitness centers in light of the New York State announcement around reopening. Link to Webinar Recording: https://suffolkny.zoom.us/rec/share/upZ1Do7a32FJU52U1gbkX78-Eb7caaa8gHBK_aFbnx4Lyr3hQk6Xr4rzm-WmreN2 Password: 4PG@+#2e
Gaming Facilities View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template September 3, 2020. Governor Cuomo announced Casinos allowed to reopen with limited capacity
Movie Theaters View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template
Ski Facilities View Summary Guidelines Read and Affirm Detailed Guidelines Printing Business Safety Plan Template

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

For the nation’s small businesses and hard-hit industries, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 provides additional relief for programs the U.S. Small Business Administration is already administering as well as adds new efforts. These include: $7.25 billion in additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program Additional funds for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program $15 billion in additional funding for Targeted Economic Injury Disaster Loan Advance payments NEW: $28.6 billion in funding for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund for industry-focused grants NEW: $100 million to establish a Community Navigator pilot program. Grants will go to eligible organizations supporting efforts to improve access to COVID-19 pandemic assistance programs and resources Learn more about SBA’s current relief efforts: https://www.sba.gov/coronavirusrelief See the complete Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1319/text

Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act

Major small business assistance highlights of the $900 billion Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act include: $284 billion for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and an extension of PPP through March 31, 2021. Certain 501(c) 6 organizations are now eligible Eligible borrowers can apply for a second PPP loan $15 billion for SBA assistance up to $10 million to live venues, independent movie theaters, and cultural institutions to address the economic effects of the pandemic. The assistance can be used to cover expenses such as payroll costs, rent, utilities, and personal protective equipment. $20 billion for EIDL Advance assistance. Small businesses and nonprofits in low-income communities are eligible to receive $10,000 in assistance. Any small businesses and nonprofits in low-income communities that received an EIDL Advance previously are also eligible to receive an amount equal to the difference of what the entity already received and $10,000. One-time direct payments of $600 for individuals earning up to $75,000 and $1,200 for those filing joint making up to $150,000 along with an additional $600 per eligible child dependent. An extension and expansion of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). $3.5 billion to continue debt relief payments of principal and interest (P&I) on small business loans guaranteed by the SBA under the 7(a), 504 and micro loan programs.
In addition, interested applicants can contact their local SBA Small Business Development Center (https://americassbdc.org/) for additional PPP, EIDL and SBA Debt Relief information.
For additional information on the full stimulus bill, follow the link below: https://bit.ly/2WA7uNU

Operational Restrictions/Closings/Changes

All NYS Governor Executive Orders: https://www.governor.ny.gov/keywords/executive-order
Governor’s Blueprint to Un-PAUSE NYS: Blueprint Will Work to Control the Rate of Infection, Strengthen the Health Care System and Ramp Up Testing with Help from the Federal Government While Phasing an Economic Return to a "New Normal": https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/amid-ongoing-covid-19-pandemic-governor-cuomo-outlines-blueprint-un-pause-new-york

Select Executive Orders

Select Executive Orders:

9/28/20: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the State's Tenant Safe Harbor Act will be expanded until January 1, 2021 to protect additional residential tenants from eviction if they are suffering financial hardship during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The Executive Order extends the protections of the Tenant Safe Harbor Act to eviction warrants that existed prior to the start of the pandemic. Executive Order No. 202.66 https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/no-20266-continuing-temporary-suspension-and-modification-laws-relating-disaster-emergency
7/16/20: Governor Cuomo issued Executive Order Number 202.52 - all restaurants and bars statewide will be subject to new requirements that they must only serve alcohol to people who are ordering and eating food and that all service at bar tops must only be for seated patrons who are socially distanced by six feet or separated by physical barriers. Under current NYS law, only establishments that serve food are permitted to serve alcoholic beverages. The purpose of the requirement that food be sold with alcohol is to restrict congregating and mingling that arise in a bar service/drinking only environment. https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/no-20252-continuing-temporary-suspension-and-modification-laws-relating-disaster-emergency
7/9/20: Department of Health Emergency Regulations, Enforcement of Social Distancing Measures. 10 NYCRR Subpart 66-3 is intended to codify, and assist in the enforcement of, existing Executive Orders mandating face coverings, social distancing requirements, restricting non-essential gatherings, and the operation of non-essential businesses: https://regs.health.ny.gov/volume-1a-title-10/content/subpart-66-3-covid-19-emergency-regulations

Employer Resources

Financial Employer Resources

SBA

SBA establishes 14-day, exclusive PPP loan application period for businesses and nonprofits with fewer than 20 employees. Wednesday, Feb. 24 – Tuesday, March 9. Gives lenders and community partners more time to work with the smallest businesses to submit their applications, while also ensuring that larger PPP-eligible businesses will still have plenty of time to apply for and receive support before the program expires on March 31, 2021. SBA: https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources?fbclid=IwAR2bEbgHkprW7u0IQyVPEWkhcN9PKX1LErBa-h7HwHAP-_TuW6GN54yn1cw#section-header-3 Fact Sheet: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/02/22/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-increases-lending-to-small-businesses-in-need-announces-changes-to-ppp-to-further-promote-equitable-access-to-relief/
SBA Coronvirus Resource Center: It is updated daily with changes to laws and regulations. It can be found at https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources
The Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act: Information on all SBA financial resources available to small businesses https://www.sbc.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/9/7/97ac840c-28b7-4e49-b872-d30a995d8dae/F2CF1DD78E6D6C8C8C3BF58C6D1DDB2B.small-business-owner-s-guide-to-the-cares-act-final-.pdf
Committee on Small Businesses: Economic Injury Disaster Loans vs Paycheck Protection Program: https://smallbusiness.house.gov/uploadedfiles/cares_flow_chart_edit.pdf
ESD SBA Loans Webpage: https://esd.ny.gov/small-business-administration-sba-covid-19-loans
OIG’s Beware of SBA Scams and Fraud Schemes: https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/2020-03/SA2001.pdf
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL): https://covid19relief.sba.gov/#/ As of 4/28/20, the EIDL Program will not be accepting new applications, they will continue to process previously received applications on a first come, first serve basis. Please note only small businesses (as defined by SBA) that are unable to get credit elsewhere may be eligible for SBA loans. Businesses are encouraged to first inquire with their financial institutions about available products/services and, if denied, obtain written documentation of any denials to accompany a SBA loan application. SBA NY Disaster 16346 EIDL Factsheet: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/NY-16346-EIDL-Fact-Sheet.pdf US Chamber of Commerce Guide to SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans: https://www.uschamber.com/sites/default/files/uscc_covid19_sb-economic-injury-disaster-loans.pdf As of 3/27 the EIDL loan offers a $10,000 advance. If you applied for an EIDL loan prior to this date, in order to pursue the advance, you must reapply via the new website link above. SBA EIDL FAQ’s: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/FAQ%203.20.20%20SBA%20Loans.pdf SBA EIDL 3 Step Overview: https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/files/Three_Step_Process_SBA_Disaster_Loans.pdf ESD EIDL Overview Presentation: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/COVID-19%20SBA%20Disaster%20Loans%203.20.20%20FINAL.pdf For additional information, please contact the SBA disaster assistance customer service center. Call 1-800-659-2955 (TTY: 1-800-877-8339) or e-mail disastercustomerservice@sba.Gov
SBA Paycheck Protection Program: https://sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program-0 Applications are processed through participating lenders, not via the SBA. The SBA Paycheck Protection Program resumed for First Draw PPP Loans the week of January 11, 2021. SBA began accepting applications for Second Draw PPP Loans on January 13, 2021 with the application deadline March 31, 2021. SBA Second Draw PPP Loans: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program/second-draw-ppp-loans US Chamber of Commerce Coronavirus Emergency Loan Small Business Guide and Checklist: Information on Paycheck Protection Program https://www.uschamber.com/sites/default/files/023595_comm_corona_virus_smallbiz_loan_final.pdf Spanish Version: https://www.uschamber.com/sites/default/files/coronavirus_aid_spanish_3.31.20.pdf Checklist of Required Documents and Information: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/PPP%20Checklist.pdf PPP Application: https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/Paycheck-Protection-Program-Application-3-30-2020-v3.pdf NYS ESD PPP Overview: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/Paycheck%20Protection%20Program%20Presentation.pdf PPP Program Overview: https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/PPP%20--%20Overview.pdf PPP Borrower Fact Sheet: https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/PPP--Fact-Sheet.pdf PPP Lender Fact Sheet: https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/PPP%20Lender%20Information%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf FAQ on EIDL and PPP Program as of May 19th: https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/Paycheck-Protection-Program-Frequently-Asked-Questions.pdf Find an eligible Lender: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program/ppp-lender-information List of SBA Approved Lenders (starts on pg. 30): https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/files/resourceguide_3135.pdf
SBA Loan Subsidy Program: Eligible businesses can apply for the SBA to pay interest and principal payments for 6 months on their existing SBA loans: https://esd.ny.gov/sba-subsidy-loan-program For SBA loans made prior to March 27, 2020 SBA loan types eligible: 7(a), community advantage, 504 and microloans.
SBA Express Bridge Loan Pilot Program: Allows small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBA Express Lender to access up to $25,000 quickly. More info at https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/sba-express-bridge-loans
SBA Microloan Program: https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources#section-header-0

NYS and Local Financial Resources

NY Forward Loan Fund:The NYFLF is a new economic recovery loan program aimed at supporting New York State small businesses, nonprofits, and small landlords as they reopen after the COVID19 outbreak and NYS on PAUSE. Be sure to select the NDC (National Development Council) as the lender when applying. https://esd.ny.gov/nyforwardloans-info
Suffolk County Gift Card Portal:Register your business to allow local patrons to support your business by purchasing gift cards. Set up is free, can be integrated into a current gift card sales process (physical or online) or set up for businesses that do not currently sell gift cards: https://local.egifter.com/county/new-york/suffolk-county
“Raising The Bar” Restaurant Recovery Fund No longer accepting applications. Eligible Restaurants Can Receive up to $5,000 to Assist with COVID-19 Safety Measures. The more than $3 million “Raising the Bar” Restaurant Recovery Fund will help eligible restaurants adjust their operations to the impacts of COVID-19 and adherence to New York State’s public health and safety measures during the winter months when outdoor dining is limited. Applications opened January 11, 2021. For information, visit the Empire State Development Raising the Bar Restaurant Recovery Fund webpage.
NY Attorney General COVID-19 Application For Suspension Of Debt Collection Activity:https://ag.ny.gov/covid-19-debt-suspension-application
NYS Small Business Development Center: http://www.nyssbdc.org/ Can assist with SBA EIDL and PPP Applications and business mortgage counseling
SCORE Mentor Assistance: SCORE is available to assist business owners with SBA programs for free. Information is available for the following programs: Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), SBA Express Bridge Loans, SBA Debt Relief Go to longisland.score.org to schedule a session by phone. To find a SCORE Mentor please visit https://longisland.score.org/find-mentor
NYS Department of Taxation and Finance: https://www.tax.ny.gov/press/alerts/nys-tax-response-to-covid-19.htm
Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance: DOL has been working hard to keep up with the demand for Unemployment Insurance and has institute new rules that include extended hours and restrictions about when to file based on last name: https://labor.ny.gov/pressreleases/2020/march-17-2020-1.shtm The fastest and most secure way to apply (file a claim) for Unemployment Insurance benefits is at www.labor.ny.gov/signin Filing can also be done by phone toll-free at 888-209-8124 Guidance for self-employed individuals: https://www.labor.ny.gov/ui/pdfs/self-employed-ui-guide.pdf If you filed for unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic, you do not need to prove you are searching for employment to make a claim. Department of Labor Commissioner Reardon has signed a new order that limits all work search activities for all unemployment claimants. No activities are required during the pandemic to receive unemployment benefits
DOL Shared Work Program: The Shared Work Program can provide an alternative to laying off employees during business downturns by allowing workers to work a reduced work schedule and collect partial unemployment insurance benefits for up to 26 weeks. Instead of cutting staff, you are able to reduce the number of hours of all employees or just a certain group: Shared Work Program fact sheet: https://labor.ny.gov/formsdocs/ui/SW1.pdf Program Details: https://labor.ny.gov/ui/employerinfo/shared-work-program.shtm When filing the Shared Work plan online – the waiting period has been reduced to one week
Nationwide Disaster Relief Pro Bono Portal: This centralized, sortable database will include opportunities to serve those impacted by COVID-19, the tornadoes in Tennessee, earthquakes in San Juan, and future disasters as they occur, and is free to all attorneys across the country. Lawyers willing to provide pro bono legal services, please view and sign up for opportunities at https://aba.joinpaladin.com/aba-disaster-relief/. Individuals who are looking for disaster-related legal assistance can connect to their state hotlines by calling the DLS Program’s national line at 1-844-435-7486.

IRS & Treasury

Emergency Capital Investment Program (ECIP) The U.S. Department of the Treasury is opening the application process for the Emergency Capital Investment Program (ECIP), a new initiative designed to support access to capital in communities traditionally excluded from the financial system and that have struggled the most during the COVID-19 crisis. The program will ultimately invest $9 billion in Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and minority depository institutions (MDIs), supporting their efforts to provide financial products for small and minority-owned businesses and consumers in low-income and underserved communities. https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/cares/emergency-capital-investment-program
IRS Relief regarding COVID-19: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus
Treasury, IRS and Labor Coronavirus-related paid leave for workers and tax credits for small and midsize businesses to swiftly recover the cost of providing Coronavirus-related leave: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/treasury-irs-and-labor-announce-plan-to-implement-coronavirus-related-paid-leave-for-workers-and-tax-credits-for-small-and-midsize-businesses-to-swiftly-recover-the-cost-of-providing-coronavirus US Chamber of Commerce Guide to the Employee Retention Tax Credit: https://www.uschamber.com/sites/default/files/uscc_covid19_employee-retention-tax-credit.pdf Please note, currently utilization of payroll tax deferrals and employee retention tax credits cannot be used in conjunction with a PPP loan.

Nonprofits

Financial Resource Aimed for the Long Island Region. LIDC & LISBAC - A 501 (c) 3 Family of Nonprofit Economic Development Organizations Providing: EDA Cares Act Revolving Loan Fund EDA Defense Diversification Revolving Loan Fund EDA Fisheries Assistance Revolving Loan Fund NYS Targeted Industries Revolving Loan Fund Innovative Micro Loans Financial Literacy & Loan Preparedness Training Private Sector & Public Sector Procurement Support MBE/WBE/DBE/VBE Business Development Services Note these do not support restaurants or retail establishments. For more information vist their websites: LIDC: www.lidc.org LISBAC: http://www.lisbac.org/
Information for Non-Profits: National Council on Nonprofits COVID-19 site: https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/nonprofits-and-coronavirus-covid-19 Slide Deck: “Federal Coronavirus Relief Bills: What do they mean for Nonprofits: https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/sites/default/files/documents/covid-19-webinar-3-31-2020.pdf CARES Act Analysis for Nonprofits: https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/sites/default/files/documents/cares-act-analysis.pdf
COVID-19 Long Island Philanthropic Response Fund: The Long Island Community Foundation has announced emergency funding for arts organizations. Grants will be awarded to Long Island nonprofits meeting emergent and critical needs affecting our local region. Priority will be given to nonprofits addressing essential health and human services and food insecurity, as well as arts and culture as it is directly tied to our communities’ health and wellness and economic recovery: https://licf.org/giving/covid-19-long-island-fund/

Informational Employer Resources

Informational Employer Resources:

Annoucements & Updates

Announcements & Updates

Sign up for NYS COVID-19 email updates: https://now.ny.gov/page/s/coronavirus-updates
Newsday Free Announcements: Offering free announcements for businesses to communicate to their customers https://www.newsday.com/services/business-notices-1.43289168#boxes

Health & Cleaning Guidance

Interim CDC Guidance on what to do if you are sick (including guidance for returning to work): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html
CDC Cleaning and Disinfecting Guidance: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/pdf/Reopening_America_Guidance.pdf

NYS and Local Informational Resources

Empire State Digital - Digitization and Global E-commerce Suite Through unique partnerships with leading global e-commerce and e-payment providers, Empire State Digital connects New York-based small businesses with the education, access and resources needed to digitize, expand and adapt to the new economy due to the changes from COVID-19. https://esd.ny.gov/empire-state-digital
https://sla.ny.gov/ New York State Liquor Authority Guidance On COVID-Related Closing Times https://sla.ny.gov/
Long Island Personal Protective Equipment Provider Platform: This platform connects local businesses to local manufacturers of COVID-19 related personal protective and social distancing equipment to support our local economy and the reopening of the region. https://suffolk-ppe-businesses-suffolkgis.hub.arcgis.com/
Suffolk County Forward Job Board: This newly created job board can help match employers to job seekers https://scnyforward.info/vosnet/Default.aspx
Suffolk County Business Industry Sector Operating and Reopening Best Practices: Industry specific guidance links on operating and reopening: click here.
New York Forward Business Reopening Lookup Tool: https://www.businessexpress.ny.gov/app/nyforward
Suffolk County Alliance of Chambers: https://www.suffolkchambers.org/
Discover Long Island: https://www.discoverlongisland.com/
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA): CISA released the first in a series of six Cyber Essentials Toolkits. This is a starting point for small businesses and government agencies to understand and address cybersecurity risk as they do other risks: https://www.cisa.gov/cyber-essentials
Export Import Bank Small Business Group: https://www.exim.gov/
Hofstra University’s Center for Entrepreneurship - provides Hofstra University's students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community with the skills and training necessary to become accomplished entrepreneurs: https://www.hofstra.edu/academics/entrepreneurship/index.html
Stony Brook University COVID-19 Economic Recovery Assistance: Provides the following services: Virtual Expert Network Office Hours: Receive guidance from faculty members on various business topics Small Business Tech Enhancement Program: Receive guidance on technology and software solutions to aid your business in recovery and beyond Pandemic Shift Business Survival Workshops: Cohort based webinar series designed to assist small businesses through this event. https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/business/about/_COV19-for-Business/
NYS Business Counseling Support: Governor Cuomo announced Empire State Development Board of Directors approved $7.5 million in COVID-19 Business Counseling support to 70 non-profit partners across New York State. The funding will enable these organizations to provide small businesses with necessary guidance to secure disaster assistance, such as Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Up to 24 Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers and up to 23 Small Business Development Centers will receive $5 million, with an additional $2.5 million awarded to up to 23 Community Development Financial Institutions. EAP at SCCC: Suffolk County Community College 631-851-6214 or EAPCenter@sunysuffolk.edu NYS Small Business Development Center: http://www.nyssbdc.org/ SBDC Stony Brook Free Virtual Counseling: http://nysbdc.org/selector/ReqForCons/formo.aspx
EAP at SCCC: Suffolk County Community College 631-851-6214 or EAPCenter@sunysuffolk.edu NYS Small Business Development Center: https://www.nyssbdc.org/ SBDC Stony Brook Free Virtual Counseling: https://nysbdc.org/selector/ReqForCons/formo.aspx
NYS DFS FAQ’s on Business Interruption Insurance: https://www.dfs.ny.gov/consumers/coronavirus/business_interruption_insurance_faqs
Employer WARN Notices are still required: If New York State Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) thresholds are met, businesses still need to file. Private sector employers in New York State that employ more than 50 employees must issue a WARN Notice 90 days before closing a plant. They must also issue notice when there is a layoff that affects either: 1) 33 percent of the workforce (at least 25 workers), OR 2) 250 workers from a single employment site. Many businesses are facing rapid and unexpected closures due to the coronavirus. If your business is forced to close, please provide notice as soon as possible and identify the circumstances that required the closure. New York State WARN Fact Sheet: https://labor.ny.gov/formsdocs/factsheets/PDFs/p483.pdf New York State WARN Regulations: https://labor.ny.gov/workforcenypartners/warn/pdfs/Text_of_New_York_State_WARN_Rule_7-10.pdf NYS WARN exceptions begin on page 15 of the regulations, any of which can be entered in the WARN letter that deems appropriate along with indicating that the layoffs are in response to the COVID-19 virus. New York State WARN Portal: https://labor.ny.gov/workforcenypartners/warn/warnportal.shtm
NYS Department of Labor: www.labor.ny.gov Business Services Fact Sheet: https://labor.ny.gov/formsdocs/factsheets/pdfs/p469.pdf
Volunteer or Contribute to the Response: Many businesses and organizations have expressed a desire to support New York State as it responds to the virus outbreak. Individuals or groups looking to volunteer or contribute to the State’s effort should should visit: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/get-involved-how-you-can-help.
NYS Empire State Development: FAQ Page: https://esd.ny.gov/esd-covid-19-related-resources Submission form to ESD for COVID-19-Related Business Questions: https://esd.ny.gov/covid-19-help
NYS Dept. of Homeland Security and Emergency Services: http://www.dhses.ny.gov/oiec/
Price Gouging Complaints: All price gouging complains should be reported to the NYS Attorney General’s office: https://formsnym.ag.ny.gov/OAGOnlineSubmissionForm/faces/OAGPGCHome
NYATEP COVID-19 Updates: https://www.nyatep.org/post/important-updates-on-covid-19-in-new-york
Suffolk County Foreign Trade Zone: If your company is already involved in international trade, and imports components to make local products. For more information, go to https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Economic-Development-and-Planning/Economic-Development/Suffolk-County-Foreign-Trade-Zone-52

Workforce Support

Health & Cleaning Guidance

Surgeon General Video “How To Make Your Own Cloth Face Covering”: https://youtu.be/tPx1yqvJgf4
CDC Factsheet: Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19: English: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html Spanish: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/DIY-cloth-face-covering-instructions-sp.pdf
CDC Guidance on Running Errands: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/essential-goods-services.html?campaign_id=154&emc=edit_cb_20200408&instance_id=17486&nl=coronavirus-briefing®i_id=122963332&segment_id=24376&te=1&user_id=6308b0522f85b0c615c21fd93b76d5e1
Multilingual CDC COVID-19 Factsheets: CDC Factsheets (Select Languages): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/factsheets.html Factsheets translated into 40+ Languages: https://covid19healthliteracyproject.com/
Interim Guidance for Implementing Safety Practices for Workers Who May Have Had Exposure to a Person with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/critical-workers-implementing-safety-practices.pdf Printable Work Flyer: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/Essential-Critical-Workers_Dos-and-Donts.pdf
Interim CDC Guidance on what to do if you are sick (including guidance for returning to work): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html

Resources for Current or Former Employees

10/1/20. New York launched COVID Alert NY, an exposure app that will alert you if you were in contact with someone who has COVID. The app will never track your location and is completely anonymous. (It uses Bluetooth, not GPS, technology). Protect your community, yourself & your privacy. The more people who download the app, the more effective it is. Learn more and download here: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-alert-ny?fbclid=IwAR3SjCfm8hzb_aFfOEllGtvt_fuqZFCryVDcTuG5oI0ua2-3eeM6Z9ZZo98
New Tools for Landlords and Tenants Impacted by COVID-19. HUD strongly encourages all grantees and owners of HUD-assisted housing to work with tenants at risk of eviction to negotiate rent repayment plans to help them stay housed. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: https://www.hud.gov/?fbclid=IwAR27GYE3tiNHZxL_Te8HpfzEKBtcDs3yeBxD_RzPQzu2dN9-a7TRoH8OjYA
FAQ – Returning to work and Unemployment Insurance: This guide provides answers to common questions about how returning to work impacts your unemployment benefits.https://www.labor.ny.gov/ui/pdfs/returning-to-work-and-UI.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2khqKo4Ssf1oi8Kn1pi1WruCIZur-Sej019PP_On0LeTXMAIp7WM0O0qI
Suffolk County Forward Job Board: This newly created job board can help match job seekers to employers. https://scnyforward.info/vosnet/Default.aspx
United Way Assistance Fund: The United Way has created an assistance fund for Low-income, wage earners who reside in Suffolk or Nassau County and are recently unemployed or have been furloughed due to the effects of COVID-19. Applicants must meet the monthly eligibility guidelines. http://www.unitedwayli.org/covid19helpsuffolk
Department of Labor Unemployment and Pandemic Insurance: Prior to 4/20/20, due to cumbersome federal guidelines, New Yorkers were required to apply for regular Unemployment Insurance and be rejected before applying for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance. As of 4/20/20, New Yorkers will be able to simply fill out one form to get the correct benefits. The updated unemployment benefits application system will determine which unemployment program — unemployment insurance or Pandemic Unemployment Assistance — New Yorkers should apply for and then prompt them to answer a specific set of questions. To submit a new claim/create an account (for those who have not yet submitted a claim): https://my.ny.gov/LoginV4/login.xhtml Review/Manage an existing claim: https://applications.labor.ny.gov/IndividualReg/ Pandemic Insurance Factsheet: https://www.labor.ny.gov/ui/pdfs/pua-factsheet.pdf Pandemic Insurance: The Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program, which was included in the Federal CARES Act, provides unemployment benefits for individuals who are ineligible for traditional unemployment insurance, including: Self-employed New Yorkers; Independent contractors; New Yorkers who worked for an app-based company (i.e. "gig workers") Farmers; Those diagnosed with COVID-19 or who have COVD-19 symptoms and are seeking a diagnosis; Those living with a household member who has been diagnosed with COVID-19; Those providing care for a family or household member diagnosed with COVID-19; A primary caregiver for a child unable to attend school or another facility due to COVID-19; Those unable to reach their place of employment due to an imposed quarantine or because they have been advised by a medical provider to self-quarantine due to COVID-19; Those scheduled to commence new employment that cannot reach their workplace as a direct result of COVID-19; Those who became a major breadwinner because the head of their household died from COVID-19; Those who quit their job as a direct result of COVID-19; Those whose place of employment closed as a direct result of COVID-19; Those with insufficient work history and affected by COVID-19; and New Yorkers otherwise not qualified for regular or extended UI benefits and affected by COVID-19
Emergency Paid Sick Leave: To address the immediate need of employees affected by COVID-19 who are subject to mandatory or precautionary orders of quarantine or isolation, the new law provides the following: Additional Information about Paid Family Leave: https://paidfamilyleave.ny.gov/covid19 Employers with 10 or fewer employees and a net income less than $1 million will provide their workers: Job protection for the duration of the quarantine order Guaranteed access to Paid Family Leave and disability benefits (short-term disability) for the period of quarantine including wage replacement for their salaries up to $150,000. Here's how to apply for Paid Family Leave and disability benefits. Employers with 11-99 employees and employers with 10 or fewer employees and a net income greater than $1 million will provide their workers: At least 5 days of paid sick leave Job protection for the duration of the quarantine order Guaranteed access to Paid Family Leave and disability benefits (short-term disability) for the period of quarantine including wage replacement for their salaries up to $150,000. Here's how to apply for Paid Family Leave and disability benefits. Employers with 100 or more employees, as well as all public employers (regardless of number of employees), will provide their workers: At least 14 days of paid sick leave Guaranteed job protection for the duration of the quarantine order The provisions of the quarantine legislation took effect immediately upon the Governor's signature, ensuring that New York workers are able to take advantage of these benefits now. Additional Notes: If you are quarantined but are working from home you do not qualify for these benefits. You may be eligible for additional leave under NYS Paid Family Leave and disability benefits. Please call the hotline for more info. If an employer is closed due to COVID-19 or a quarantine order, employees may immediately apply for Unemployment Insurance. Questions: Call the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) Hotline: 1-888-364-3065
NYS DOL Workforce Resources: Affordable healthcare options through the New York State Department of Health: https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/ DOL Hire Now: Immediate job openings for employers that are looking to hire: https://nyhirenow.usnlx.com/ JobZone is a no-cost, interactive resource to help adults manage their careers. Adults can explore career interests, occupations, and job openings: https://www.jobzone.ny.gov/views/jobzone/guest.jsf Ability to “Live Chat” with a Career Advisor for advice and job search strategies Jobs Express: Lists current job openings (currently, over 138,000) in New York's 10 regional economies. Job opening numbers are updated frequently. You’ll find businesses hiring because they are unaffected by COVID-19 and businesses hiring in response to COVID-19: https://labor.ny.gov/jobs/regional.shtm
Free or low cost Wi-Fi and Cellular Data: Free WiFi: Charter Communications (Spectrum) and Comcast are giving households with K- 12 and college students, and those who qualify as low-income complimentary Wifi for 60 days Families who do not have the service will also receive free installation of the service Both companies are expanding Wi-fi hotspots to the public within the company’s available regions Call (844) 488-8395 (Charter) or (855) 846-8376 (Comcast) to enroll Individuals must call company after 60 days, or they will be automatically billed Unlimited data: Charter, Comcast, AT&T, and Verizon are offering unlimited data plans to customers until May 13 for no additional charge
Touro Law School Helpline: Touro Law School has established a helpline to answer legal questions arising from the pandemic. Volunteer attorneys will provide referrals to our own clinical program and appropriate legal partners on a wide range of legal issues. For more information: https://www.tourolaw.edu/AboutTouroLaw/TLCResponse

Contracting and Manufacturing or Volunteer Opportunities

Contracting and Manufacturing Opportunities

Contracting and Manufacturing Opportunities:

Suffolk County IDA Sales Tax Relief Equipment Program: The program establishes sales and use tax exemptions of up to $100,000 for manufacturers, suppliers and distributors helping to provide various forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) to the men and woman on the front lines of the global pandemic. Businesses who fit the criteria are encouraged to visit https://www.suffolkida.org/theprogram/
Business Incubator Association of NYS: Innovate to Ventilate initiative provides a variety of resources for businesses looking to develop, manufacture or procure PPE and other items critical to the COVID-19 response: https://www.bianys.com/innovate-to-ventilate-covid19-crisis-response/
National Grid Fast Track COVID-19 Manufacturing Productivity Program (MPP): Applicants MUST be a an eligible Long Island customer in good standing within National Grid’s downstate New York gas service territory and be a business that is classified in the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) as Manufacturing (NAICS codes 31, 32 or 33): https://files.constantcontact.com/3f897001701/08e04a0e-75ea-4daa-af76-1a34514ec3d2.pdf
NYS Center for Biotechnology COVID-19 Funding and Resource Opportunities: https://centerforbiotechnology.org/covid-19-resources/
Manufacturing or Selling Supplies to NYS: NYS site to assist with the response: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/get-involved-how-you-can-help Manufacturing PPE: The Governor is encouraging any company with the proper equipment or personnel to begin to manufacture personal protective equipment (PPE) products if possible. The state is willing to provide funding to any company to obtain the proper equipment and personnel. Businesses interested in receiving state funding to manufacture PPE products should email COVID19supplies@esd.ny.gov and include “COVID19 BUSINESS TRANSITION” in the subject line. Additional Information related to PPE specifications: https://esd.ny.gov/guidelines-covid-19-medical-supplies Selling PPE to NYS: Governor is asking all PPE product providers (including gloves, masks and gowns) to sell to the state any products that are not essential or not currently being used. Businesses interested in selling products to the state should complete a submission form: https://www.governor.ny.gov/content/procurement-form.
Supply and Real Estate Opportunities with Suffolk County: Submit PPE Procurement Opportunities to Suffolk County: https://suffolkcountyny.force.com/public/request/FRESDONATE/details Submit Real Estate/Facility Opportunities related to the COVID-19 response to Suffolk County: https://suffolkcountyny.force.com/public/request/FRESREQUEST/details
Contracting with US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) If you are interested in doing business with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the first step is to register within the System for Award Management (SAM): https://sam.gov/SAM/pages/public/index.jsf More information about contracting with USACE is available here: https://www.usace.army.mil/Business-With-Us/Contracting/ Information about USACE’s Small Business Program can be found here: https://www.usace.army.mil/Business-With-US/Small-Business/ If you are interested in providing build out or retrofit of existing facilities into Alternate Care Facilities please send your Capability Statement to COVIDContracting@usace.army.mil

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities:

Become an NYS Citizen Public Health Leader: To continue the fight against COVID and prepare for the next public health emergency, the State launched a free, online Citizen Public Health Training course for New Yorkers. This innovative course, delivered by the NYS Department of Health in partnership with Cornell University and supported by SUNY, will prepare and equip New Yorkers to become NYS Citizen Public Health Leaders and build an informed network of community health leaders across the state. https://www.ny.gov/programs/citizen-public-health-training-program
Volunteer or Contribute to the Response: Many businesses and organizations have expressed a desire to support New York State as it responds to the virus outbreak. Individuals or groups looking to volunteer or contribute to the State’s effort should visit: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/get-involved-how-you-can-help
Volunteer Technology SWAT Teams: https://www.ny.gov/programs/new-york-state-covid-19-technology-swat-team
Suffolk County PPE Donations: To make a donation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), please contact Peter Guaraldi, Asst. to the Commissioner, SC FRES, at Peter.guaraldi@suffolkcountyny.gov or 631-852-8755. Please note, at this time non-PPE items are not being accepted.
NYS Donation Offers: To offer any donated goods, services, or space for use in New York’s response to the COVID-19 public health emergency: https://apps.health.ny.gov/pubpal/builder/survey/nys-covid19-tracking-offers

Webinars/Informational Calls

Local Organizations

Local Organizations:

"Cash Reigns Supreme" Free Webinar Series for Small Business Owners Affected by the Pandemic. The National Development Council, a national leader in community and economic development training, has released a three-part webinar series to teach small business owners the importance of financial statements and how they can be used to make better business decisions. Webinars and Workbook: https://ndconline.org/small.../multicultural-lending/crs/
Still Have Questions About PPP? The NDC has made a webinar available to help answer some of those questions. In this webinar, an NDC loan officer reviews the requirements, documents, and updates related to the First and Second Draw PPP Program. At the end of the session you will understand how to prepare for and obtain a First or Second Draw PPP loan with NDC’s GAF. Webinar: https://vimeo.com/505374754

Recorded Webinars

Recorded Webinars:

Thurs. 8/20: Suffolk County officials discussed reopening plans and procedures for gyms and fitness centers in light of the New York State announcement around reopening. Link: https://suffolkny.zoom.us/rec/share/upZ1Do7a32FJU52U1gbkX78-Eb7caaa8gHBK_aFbnx4Lyr3hQk6Xr4rzm-WmreN2 Password: 4PG@+#2e
Tues. 7/7: Suffolk County - “Are you interested in starting a Food Truck business?” Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L58ykON6-YI

Click the links below for information from Suffolk County on the current pandemic

Suffolk County Government

Steve Bellone, County Executive

Suffolk County Business Recovery Unit

The Suffolk County Business Recovery Unit serves as a:

Suffolk County BACKSTOP

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

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Text SuffolkAlerts to 67283 for important public safety communications. For Spanish messaging text SuffolkEspanol to 67283 for important public safety communication.

Register and enroll in Smart911 and optional messaging by registering at https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/login.action?pa=NotifySuffolk

Due to the rapid response being provided by Federal, State and local governments and resources, the information below will be updated as new information is obtained.

Contact the Business Recovery Unit by calling 311 or emailing business.recovery@suffolkcountyny.gov

Business Recovery Unit

NYS Reopening Guidance: General & Statewide Guidance

Statewide Guidelines

Overview:

Child Care and Day Camps

Lake and Ocean Beaches

Religious and Funeral Services

Racing Activities

Dentistry

Auto Racing

Professional Sports Training Facilities

Public Transportation

Sports and Recreation

Trade Schools and Private Instruction

Private Auto Transportation

Holiday Donations and Charity Drives

Industries Reopening by Phase

Overview: Reopening in Phases

Phase One: Open

Phase Two: Open

Phase Three: Open

Phase Four: Open

NYS Reopening Guidance: Phase 1 - OPEN

Phase One: Construction Guidelines

Phase One: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting Guidelines

Phase One: Retail Trade Guidelines

Phase One: Manufacturing

Phase One: Wholesale Trade

NYS Reopening Guidance: Phase 2 - OPEN

Offices

Real Estate

Essential and Phase II In-Store Retail

Vehicle Sales, Leases, and Rentals

Retail Rental, Repair, and Cleaning

Commercial Building Management

Hair Salons and Barbershops

Outdoor and Take-Out/Delivery Food Services

Suffolk County and Town Guidance on Outdoor Dining

NYS Reopening Guidance: Phase 3 – OPEN

Food Services

Personal Care

NYS Reopening Guidance: Phase 4 - OPEN

Higher Education

Low-Risk Outdoor Arts & Entertainment

Low-Risk Indoor Arts & Entertainment

Media Production

Professional Sports Competitions With No Fans

Malls

Gyms and Fitness Centers Summary and Inspection Process

Gaming Facilities

Movie Theaters

Ski Facilities

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act

Operational Restrictions/Closings/Changes

Select Executive Orders:

Employer Resources

Financial Employer Resources

SBA

NYS and Local Financial Resources

IRS & Treasury

Nonprofits

Informational Employer Resources:

Announcements & Updates

Health & Cleaning Guidance

NYS and Local Informational Resources

Workforce Support

Health & Cleaning Guidance

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