The Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce continues to track the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the business community and economy. Our community is united, and we will continue to serve as an advocate for local business and a champion for a stronger Cheektowaga. Please reach out to share your input and ideas as together we work to serve you and our community.
NY FORWARD: REGIONAL GUIDELINES FOR RE-OPENING NEW YORK
UPDATED FAQ'S ON SBA PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM LOANS & FORGIVENESS REQUIREMENTS
5.28.2020 CCC WEBINAR: PPP FORGIVENESS GUIDANCE WITH THE BONADIO GROUP
SBA PPP LOAN FORGIVENESS APPLICATION
RETURN TO WORK PLAN IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19
SAMPLE RETURN TO WORK ACTION PLAN PROVIDED BY CROWN BENEFITS GROUP
WEBINAR RECORDING: Working from Home Wellness & Insurance Coverage through COVID-19
Featuring deep-dive conversations with a cross-sector of experts led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce President Suzanne Clark, Path Forward will air twice-weekly on Mondays and Thursdays at 3:00 p.m. EST to explore the complex issues that must be considered as part of a responsible reopening strategy.
Deep Dive: How is the Pandemic Influencing Consumers - Watch Recording
- Transportation: Overcoming Barriers for Return to Work - Watch Recording
- Masks, Temperature Scanners, and More - Watch Recording
- Childcare Barriers to Returning to Work - Watch Recording
- Deep Dive: Testing - Watch Recording
- Big Picture: Road Map to Reopening - Watch Recording
Summary of New CARES Act Funding: US Chamber of Commerce
Business Guidance from our partners at Empire State Development
The Small Business Owners Guide to the federal CARES Act
US Chamber: Coronavirus Emergency Loans – Small Business Checklist
Facebook Business Resource Hub & Small Business Grant Info
SBA ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER LOANS
- Fact Sheet & Overview
- Online Loan Application
- Empire State Development Resource Guide
- SBA Local Assistance
- NYS SBDC Appointments
NYS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
*The 7-day waiting period to file for unemployment benefits has been waived in light of the COVID-19 situation
- Unemployment Insurance Benefits Extended Filing Details
- Filing Instructions
- Link to file for unemployment benefits online
BUSINESS COUNCIL OF NYS: IMPACT TO EMPLOYERS
US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RESOURCES
- Help Your Small Business Survive the Coronavirus
- Coronavirus Small Business Guide
- Resilience in a Box
- Designed to educate business leaders on disaster preparedness & business resilience
- Guidance for Employers to Plan and Respond to COVID-19
AGENCY RESOURCES & INFORMATION
- World Health Organization
- CDC Interim Guidance for Businesses & Employers to Plan & Respond to COVID-19
- OSHA | COVID –19 Safety & Health Standards
- EEOC | Pandemic Response in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act
- FEMA | Emergency Response Plan
- New York State Department of Health
