Covid-19 Businesses Resources & Recovery

The Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing our members and the community at large with the best information and resources at hand regarding the COVID-19 outbreak and getting back to work in a safe manner.

For our members, if you have questions, concerns or information to share, please reach out. While “business as usual” isn’t possible right now, we are adapting and continuing to serve you.

Recursos e información en Español

 

Back-to-Work Guidance for Businesses

Association of Washington Business Toolkit for Employers

Gov. Inslee's Safe Start policy plan

Safe Start business activity guidelines
  Includes industry-specific guidelines as they roll out

Port of Skagit Return-to-Work Safety Protocols

Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) guidance

   Phase 2 Construction COVID-19 Safety Requirements FINAL

   Phase 2 Construction FAQ

Washington Hospitality Association: Washington state guide to reopening your restaurant

Washington Hospitality Association: Ready to Serve printable guidelines to post at your restaurant

Washington Hospitality Association: Washington Restaurant Reopening Guideline Videos

Washington Retail Assoc. Covid Safety Operational Plan

Download EDASC's extensive guide here.

Local Grant Resources
Mount Vernon Community Development Block Grant

State Resources for Businesses and Employers:

Washington State Coronavirus Response

Resource list for impacted Washington businesses and workers

Employment Security Department Washington State: For workers and businesses affected by COVID-19

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries: Resources on Paid Sick Leave, Worker’s Compensation,  Workplace Safety and Health

Washington State Department of Revenue: Business Relief During COVID-19 Pandemic

Emergency Management Division Washington: Business Preparedness

 

Resources for Businesses and Employers:

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance and Resources (SBA)
SBA Regional Participating Lenders
CDC Resources and Recommendations
CDC Interim Guidance

 

IRS Updates:
Coronavirus Tax Relief

 

Health Updates:
Skagit County COVID-19 Updates
Washington State COVID-19 Updates
CDC information and resources
Washington State Department of Health: Public Health Connection

 

Community Resources:
Community Action of Skagit County COVID-19 updates

 

Resources for Workers Impacted by Layoffs and Lost Wages
Tips From Counselors on How to Manage Financial Stress During a Crisis

Resources for Laid-Off Workers

Coronavirus Unemployment in Each US State and Local Community Resources

How to Refinance your Mortgage

How to Pay for Coronavirus Healthcare

 

Other Resources:
CDC Print Resources: Free to use hand outs and posters