Coronavirus Update & Important Links

Dear Business Community,
 

We know how much businesses in our area are in need of support. We are still actively providing updated information and resources on our website, social media pages and through our newsletter.

We are also providing free PPE for small businesses in our network. Please fill out this Google Form if you are interested.

We constantly view and respond to emails within a 24 hour period and are working hard to stay in contact with our members about their business status as well as how we can help with a multitude of resources.

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The chamber is striving to keep all of our community updated with vital information and help answer all of your business questions. Readers are welcome to contact our panel of professionals who are here to assist, or to speak with their professional of choice separately. During the coronavirus crisis, you can reach out to the following individuals for assistance in:

 

1. Legal advice related to your business, including debt restructuring outside of bankruptcy or within, asset protection, employment law issues (compliance, wage and hour matter/actions), or commercial disputes, please email your questions to Andreas Koutsoudakis at emergency2020@kilawgroup.com

2. Business insurance advice you may email Natale Scopelliti at nscopelliti@honigconte.com

3. Remote / mobile workin & cyber security advice, you may email David Grubb at david.grubb@cmitsolutions.com

4. Real estate related questions, you may email Christine Wong at christine@cwonglaw.com

5. Legal question and advice about liquor license applications, interpretation of SLA policies and advisory opinions as well as alterations and applications of applications and more, please email Joseph Levey at joseph@helbraunlevey.com

6. Advice on how the financial markets are having on retirement savings and investments in general contact Mark Turner at MarkTurner@financialguide.com

 

When asking your question(s), please describe briefly your business name, business address, and your contact information (phone number and email), and what type of business you run. Due to the demand, we will do our best to respond promptly.

 

 

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Links for Updates & General Information on COVID-19:

• CDC Information: How to Protect Yourself, Symptoms, What to Do If You Are Sick, How Coronavirus Spreads

• CB5 - Liquor Licenses: Application must be emailed to Luke.

• Columbia University: Resources & Guide

• DHS: Temporary Flexibility of Form I-9 & DHS Announcement

• IRS: Tax Day Extended to July 15th

• NYC Health: Coronavirus Factsheet

• NYC Health: Up to Date Information

• NYC Schools: Free Meals

• NYC Schools: Home Activities for Students

• NYC Schools: Remote Learning Device Request

• NYC Schools: School Closings

• NYC: Price Gouging is Illegal for ANY Product or Service for COVID-19 Prevention

• NYC Comptroller Office: COVID-19 Resource Center or email Luke Wolf, Manhattan Borough Liaison for information

• NYS Essential Business Factsheet: Executive Order 202.8

• NYS Governor's Office: 'New York State on Pause' plan

• NYS: Waived Late Fees for Sales Tax & 90-day Moratorium on Evictions for Commercial Tenants

• Nonprofit NY: Policy Roundups

• Small Business Majority: Webinar - National Resources & Policy Updates & Slides

• US Legislation: CARES Act & Small Business Guide

• White House: '15 Days to Slow the Spread'

 

Links for Business Advice & Planning:

• CDC: Interim Guidance for Business and Employers

• CDC: Business Planning CHECKLIST for Pandemics

• Google: Free Tools & References

• The Initiatives Group: Leading in Crisis

• ICIC: Small Business Resource Center

• Koutsoudakis & Lacovou Law Group: Memo on Covid-19

• Manhattan Community Board 4: Business License & Permits email Assistant District Manager Nelly Gonzalez

• Manhattan Community Board 2: Newsletter

• NY Biz Journal: Guide for Small Business

• NYC SBS: Assistance & Guidance Website

• NYC SBS: Guidance for Business Owners

• NYC SBS: Emergency Planning Process CHECKLIST

• NYC SBS: Assistance & Guidance for Businesses Impacted

• NYS: Health Code Requirements for Food Preparation

• NYS Department of Taxation & Finance: Tax Relief for Quarterly & Annual Filers

• NYS Department of Labor: WARN Act Information

• NYS Empire State Development: Business Resources

• NYS Essential Business Guide: Exceptions to Closures

• NYS Liquor Authority: Guidance on Restrictions

• NYC Hospitality Alliance: Managing Health Insurance 

• NYPD: Burglary Prevention Tips 

• Start Small, Think Big: Free Webinars For Small Businesses

• U.S. SBA: Get Local Assistance

 

Links for Business Financial Resources:

• The Ascent: Where To Find Help

• CDFI Microloans: Opportunity Fund Information

• Facebook: Business GRANTS

• NYC Department of Finance: Business Tax Filing Extensions

• NYC SBS: Pre-Application NYC Small Business Continuity LOAN Fund & Learn More

• NYC Business: Employee Retention GRANT

• NYC Business: Employee Retention Grant Checklist

• NYC COVID-19 Response & Impact Fund (Nonprofits): Application & Information

• NYC Hospitality Alliance: Support & Relief

• NGLCCC/ SBA: Webinar Recap - Economic Relief Resources for LGBT-Owned Businesses

• New York-Presbyterian Hospital: Emergency Recovery Fund for Northern Manhattan & En Español

• Renaissance EDC: Emergency Small Business Relief LOAN Fund

• SBA: Express Bridge Loans (bridging gap while waiting for disaster loans) & Connect to a Local Lender

• SBA: Disaster Assistance LOAN & Paper Forms 

• SBA: Application for Portal Guidance

• SBA: Fact Sheet – Economic Injury Disaster LOANS & Process Summary

• SBA: Small Business Guidance & LOAN Resources

• Stimulus Bill SBA Resources: Paycheck Protection Program & Information

• Verizon and LISC: Small Business Recovery Fund Information & Subscribe to learn more

 

Links for Employees:

• NYC SBS: Guidance for Job Seekers

• NYC Office of Nightlife: Survey for Workers & Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

• NYS: New Paid Leave During COVID-19

• NYS Department of Labor: Filing Complaints Related to COVID-19

• NYS Department of Labor: Unemployment Insurance

• Stimulus Bill: Unemployment Insurance Expansion & Direct Payments

• US Department of Labor: Employee Rights

• US Department of Labor: Federal Employee Rights

• USBG National Charity Foundation: Bartender Emergency Assistance Program

 

How YOU Can Help:

• Center for an Urban Future: Ways to Support Small Business

• Food Bank NYC: Help & Donate

• NY Blood Center: Donate Blood & Platelet

• NYS: Critical Need for medical supplies (gowns, gloves or masks) – email covid19supplies@esd.ny.gov for more information

• NYS: Supporting Mental Health

• NYS: Emotional Support Hotline - call 1-844-863-9314 for mental health counseling

• NYC: Help Now NYC

• NYC: Supply Registration Form (sell or donate supplies to NYC)

• Police Foundation Partners: Website & Idea Bank to Support Police Departments

• ServNY: Volunteer for Healthcare Work

 

Petitions for Businesses:

• Change.org: ROAR (Relief Opportunities for All Restaurants)

• Change.org: Save Small Businesses Before It's Too Late

• NYC Hospitality Alliance: Restaurant Rescue & Save Nightlife Plan

• Small Business Majority: Small Business Call on Congress

 

 

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We cannot stress enough:

• If you are sick stay home
• Wash hands for 20 seconds, often
• If and when possible encourage working from home for anyone who is sick
• For essential employees going in to work, consider staggering hours

 

Stay strong,

Greenwich Village-Chelsea Chamber of Commerce

 

→ Download our PDF for "Open" Businesses

→ Take our survey: how coronavirus has impacted your business

→ Read Northwell Health's Tips on health safety and preventative care

→ To receive text updates from the city, Text COVID to 692-692

→ If you have any questions or are looking for support please contact us

 

*Please note GVCCC is not providing advice in any way by way of this notice, including but not limited to legal, accounting, financial, insurance, security, or other advice specific to you. Any information contained herein should be used for general information purposes, and you are advised to contact your attorney or other professional to discuss your specific situation and legal needs. Any assistance through these individuals is for informational purposes only, and the GVCCC is not responsible for the actions, advice or interactions of any party.  On behalf of GVCCC, we wish everyone all the best through these unprecedented times, and be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for further updates on assistance and guidance available to NYC Small Businesses.*