COVID-19 Resources

COVID-19 West Texas Survey - July 2020
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Website Resources

Working from Home: A Guide to Creating a Healthy and Productive Workspace
It covers important topics such as: The pros and cons of remote work for employers and their staff, the wider impact on society and the environment, and technological and cultural challenges need to be addressed. Eye-opening statistics and surveys of work from home (WFH) employees: 68% felt more productive at home, 80% said WFH reduced their expenses, yet 57% also felt more stressed from working remotely. Understanding the biggest challenges faced by remote workers: dealing with stress, anxiety, and maintaining work-life balance at home. Practical tips and advice to set up a productive and healthy workspace at home including links to other useful resources.

Odessa Chamber of Commerce COVID Resources
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Permian Strong: Community Needs/Opportunities Submission Form
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COVID-related Policy Creator which includes: 1) COVID Extended Sick Leave Policy, 2) COVID Remote Work Policy, 3) COVID Travel Policy, 4) COVID Reimbursement Policy. (FREE)
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Health and Fitness:
‍Video Workouts  
Mental Health and Stress
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Remote Working Tools: https://www.inc.com/jason-aten/these-5-tech-companies-are-providing-free-remote-working-tools-during-coronavirus-outbreak.html
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Family First Act FAQs: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions
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Required Posting for the Family First Coronovirus Response Act:
‍FAQs:    https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-poster-questions
‍Poster (Non-Federal): Non-Federal Employees
‍Poster (Federal): Federal Employees
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Human Resource Information: https://www.thinkhr.com/covid19/

The National Council of Nonprofits has a good summary of “What’s in the Bill for Nonprofits”.  You can access that summary and related information at the following websites:
‍https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/trends-policy-issues/initial-analysis-of-the-coronavirus-aid-relief-and-economic-security-act-cares
‍https://nonprofitquarterly.org/how-nonprofits-can-utilize-the-new-federal-laws-dealing-with-covid-19/
‍https://www.nonprofitnewyork.org/2020/03/https-www-nonprofitnewyork-org-2020-03-nonprofit-analysis-federal-care-act/
‍https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/sites/default/files/documents/cares-act-loan-options-for-nonprofits.pdf

CARES Act:Paycheck Protection Program - April 6, 2020
Presented by Frost Bank; Hosted by NMC
PowerPoint Presentation
ZOOM Recorded Meeting

Payment Protection Flexibility Act (PPFA) - June 5, 2020
- Partial PPP loan forgiveness remains if 60% threshold not met
- Joint Statement by Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin and SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza Regarding Enactment of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act

EZ Forgiveness And Full Forgiveness Application - June 17, 2020
SBA and Treasury Announce New EZ and Revised Full Forgiveness Applications for the Paycheck Protection Program

US Small Business Administration: SBA Disaster Assistance in Response to COVID-19

Documents:
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-A Checklist for Home Health and Hospice Boards Facing a National Crisis

-American Retirement Association - CARES Act Summary

-Benefactor Group: Donors & the CARES Act
-Benefactor Group: Fundraisers & the CARES Act

-COVID-19: A Toolkit for Nonprofit Decision Making

-Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Participation of Faith-Based Organizations in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (EIDL)

-Independent Sector - Leading During a Pandemic

-IRS extends more Tax Deadlines; EO Operations affected during COVID-19 and more

-Paycheck Protection Program Loans FAQs

-US Chamber Small Business ELA Loan Guide