Business and Employee Support and Resources

The way we go about our daily lives has changed as we respond to try and slow the spread of COVID-19. The impacts of COVID-19 are far reaching. Businesses and employees are both impacted as we try and navigate through these difficult times. Included below are resources that may be available for both businesses and individual employees that are directly impacted by COVID-19.

If you are looking for community or home resources, please visit our Community Support and Resources page. For additional information regarding COVID-19 and the City’s response visit our COVID-19 page.

Please note, this webpage is a work in progress. We continue to add, review and edit content as new or updated information becomes available.

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Water Guidance for Businesses

With many business buildings closer to the public to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the risk for Legionella growth in plumbing, cooling towers and HVAC systems increases as building water use decreases. It is important to properly manage and maintain these systems when your building is vacant or used less often. By implementing procedures now, you can protect the public and minimize the steps needed to safely re-open closed or partially closed facilities. The Washington State Department of Health has provided guidance for businesses.

Small Business Administration | https://www.sba.gov/

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Small Business Guidance and Loan Resourcesincluding:
- Coronavirus Relief Optionswhich includes available SBA loan and debt relief options.
  - Paycheck Protection Program - Deadline to apply August 8 2020; an SBA loan that helps businesses keep their workforce employed during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.
  - Economic Injury Disaster Loan Advance - loan provides up to $10,000 of economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing temporary difficulties.
  - Express Bridge Loans - enables small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBC Express Lender to access up to $25,000 quickly.
  - SBA Debt Relief - providing a financial reprieve to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Guidance for businesses and employers
- SBA Products and Resources

Local Banks

City staff has spoken with local banks who suggest you contact the local branch of your own financial institution to inquire about any business assistance they can offer; local contacts can likely help you more quickly than going through a national call center.

Washington Small Business Development Center

Business Resiliency Toolkit which includes guides, resources, plans and links to additional resources for businesses. Registration links for "Keeping the Lights On: Business resiliency webinar"

Washington State Department of Commerce

Start Up Washington | COVID-19 Resources

Washington State Resources and Inquiries

Washington State Small Business Guidance | COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 resource list for impacted Washington businesses and workers
Business and Workers Resources
WA State Essential Business Inquiries - form to clarify status or request inclusion for the list of esstentail businesses
Violations of Governor’s Proclamation - form to submit suspected violations of the Governor’s orders relating to essential business functions, evictions or social distancing.
Employment Security Department Resources for Employers:

Business Financial Assistance Resources

Business and Employee Workplace Health and Preparedness

Washington State Department of Health: Workplace and Employer Resources & Recommendations
Public Health recommendations: https://www.snohd.org/492/COVID-19-Info-for-BusinessesEmployers
CDC: Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019
Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management: Business Preparedness
Washington Small Business Development Center: Protect your Business