Business Resiliency

As developments continue to unfold in response to the spread of COVID-19, we know many small businesses have questions about implications in the workplace and funding options to help bolster their businesses during this difficult time. On this page, we are compiling relevant tips and resources on business resiliency.

Tax and liability
National

Employee Retention Credit: The CARES Act

Tax Credit For Required Leave

This is a refundable tax credit for employers whose businesses were suspended due to a shutdown order or whose gross receipts dropped by more than 50 percent over the same time period last year. The credit is worth 50 percent of payrolls paid between March 13-December 31, 2020, up to a maximum of $10,000.

Audience: Small Business Owners, Employees, Non-profits

Pivoting your business
California

The City of Long Beach

Become a registered vendor

The City utilizes an online registration and bidding system to notify businesses of various bid opportunities, news, and updates. The electronic bidding system provides an easy and accessible way to bid documents. Registered companies will receive customized emails notifying them of specific bids, the ability to search for bids, and download documents.

Audience: Small Business Owners

Staying safe
California

City of Sacramento

City of Sacramento Economic Relief COVID-19

COVID-19 resources for Sacramento businesses

Audience: Small Business Owners

Staying safe
National

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC

CDC Employer guidelines

Interim guidance for businesses and employers to plan, prepare and respond to coronavirus disease 2019

Audience: Small Business Owners

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