COVID-19 Business Information & Resources
Visit the Make It Tacoma COVID-19 Resources webpage. The City of Tacoma is concerned about the impacts of COVID-19 on small businesses related to their potential loss of revenue, possible employee layoffs and long-term resiliency. The City wants to ensure that you are connected to key resources that may assist in your decision-making and facilitate access to economic support. In addition, the City is working to create additional tools to enhance your viability.
Some of these resources include
City/Regional
City Of Tacoma
Deferral of Quarterly B&O Taxes
Pierce County Emergency Small Business Relief Loan Program
Small businesses in unincorporated Pierce County who have experienced significant economic injury as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic may apply for this loan program if they meet certain criteria.
Pierce County Department Of Emergency Management
Federal Disaster Loans for Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits
Workforce Central
In response to COVID-19, Workforce Central is providing links to resources for the community and businesses, a listing of partners and affiliate sites that are temporarily closed, and a listing of events and activities that are cancelled or postponed.
Washington State
Governor Jay Inslee’s Office
The Governor’s proclamations page can be found here.
Washington Health Benefit Exchange:
COVID-19 FAQs: Answers to frequently asked questions during the Coronavirus pandemic.
How to Report a Change Online Through Washington Healthplanfinder
Current Washington Healthplanfinder enrollees are experiencing life changes as a result of COVID-19, including loss of income. Reporting changes may qualify individuals for additional financial help
Washington State Employment Security Department
Emergency rules to relieve the burden of temporary layoffs, isolation and quarantine for workers and businesses
Includes easy-to-read comparison guide that lists some of the most common scenarios that may occur and benefits that may apply
SharedWork (smart alternative to a layoff) and Standby
Layoff assistance
Washington Department Of Labor And Industries
Paid sick leave
Workers’ compensation
Workplace safety and health
Stay informed
Washington State Coronavirus Response
Central repository of information regarding:
Business and workers
Childcare/K-12/higher education
Health
Government emergency actions
You and your family
Travelers and commuters
Congressional Actions
H.R. 6074: Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act (approved)
developing, manufacturing, and procuring vaccines and other medical supplies;
grants for state, local, and tribal public health agencies and organizations;
loans for affected small businesses;
evacuations and emergency preparedness activities at U.S. embassies and other State Department facilities; and
humanitarian assistance and support for health systems in the affected countries.
H.R. 6201: Families First Coronavirus Act (approved)
This bill responds to the coronavirus outbreak by providing paid sick leave and free coronavirus testing, expanding food assistance and unemployment benefits, and requiring employers to provide additional protections for health care workers. Specifically, the bill provides FY2020 supplemental appropriations to the Department of Agriculture (USDA) for nutrition and food assistance programs, including
the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC);
the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP); and
nutrition assistance grants for U.S. territories.
Federal
America’s Small Business Development Center Washington
US Department Of Labor Hour And Wage Division
COVID-19 and the WorkplaceThe Wage and Hour Division provides information on common issues employers and employees face when responding to COVID-19, and its effects on wages and hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act and job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Providing Expanded Family and Medical Leave to Employees Affected by COVID-19 Online Dialogue