March 30, 2020

Temporary Signs ALLOWED and Residential & Commercial Construction Declared Essential in Leander, TX

2020-03-30T12:34:37-05:00

Now through April 18, Leander Mayor Troy Hill has reduced the city’s sign regulations for essential business advertising and declared local critical infrastructure to include residential and commercial construction. View the order.

Signs used in Leander to advertise an essential business, as defined by the current stay-at-home orders of either Williamson County(link is external) or Travis County(link is external), will not require a local permit during the period of this order if they comply with the limited restrictions.

“These actions should allow more flexibility in the promotion of essential business services, especially for our restaurants,” said Hill. “But we also have to do more. I […]

Temporary Signs ALLOWED and Residential & Commercial Construction Declared Essential in Leander, TX 2020-03-30T12:34:37-05:00

CARES ACT Passes, Details are here.

2020-03-30T09:48:36-05:00

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), third in a line of stimulus bills, has been approved by both houses of Congress and signed by the President. As details continue to emerge, Philadelphia Insurance Companies wants to be sure our clients are aware of the immediate benefits provided by the CARES Act.

What does it mean for my organization?

  • Emergency grants: An emergency grant of up to $10,000 to provide funds for small businesses and nonprofits to cover immediate operating costs. These funds can be available within three days.
  • Forgivable loans: The bill creates a new loan program within the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) current Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program. It provides up to $10 million per organization […]
CARES ACT Passes, Details are here. 2020-03-30T09:48:36-05:00

Nonprofit Grant from United Way & Austin Community Foundation

2020-03-27T15:48:27-05:00

Good afternoon everyone,

Austin Community Foundation and United Way are raising and distributing funds to organizations working with individuals and families who are disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 and the economic consequences of the outbreak. These grants are for organizations in our 5 county area, which includes Williamson County. This is an excellent opportunity for Central Texas to work together as we fight this crazy pandemic and the uncertainty that goes with it. God Bless and stay safe!!

Thank you for your selflessness as you give back to our community on a unimaginable scale!

Phase 1: Rapid Response Grants

Grants of up to $25,000 focused on direct services for:

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    Nonprofit Grant from United Way & Austin Community Foundation 2020-03-27T15:48:27-05:00

    Cares Act passes Senate. On to the House.

    2020-03-26T11:39:23-05:00

    WASHINGTON –U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) supported Senate passage of the CARES Act, critical legislation to get relief to Texans dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Excerpts of his speech on the Senate floor yesterday are below, and video can be found here.  A summary of how the bill will benefit Texans follows the excerpts.

    “Already we were able to work and send two bills to the President’s desk for signature. The first sent vital support to health care professionals and first responders who are doing everything they can to treat patients and prepare for more cases. We also provided initial funding for development of a vaccine, clinical trials, and more diagnostic tests. The second bill we passed focused more on the small businesses and the individual workers who are impacted economically.”

        

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    Cares Act passes Senate. On to the House. 2020-03-26T11:39:23-05:00

    Texas Can Now Apply for Disaster Loans

    2020-03-20T15:54:19-05:00

    Small Businesses throughout the entire state of Texas are now eligible to apply for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL).

    “I’m encouraged by the collaboration between the Texas Governor’s Office and the SBA Disaster Team to rapidly make this recovery funding available to small businesses and nonprofits statewide,” said Justin Crossie, South Central Regional Administrator. 

    Small businesses are beginning to feel the impact from the spread of the Coronavirus (Covid-19).  In addition to the decline in business for retailers and restaurants due to the lack of travel and tourism, some businesses are experiencing challenges related to disruption in their supply chains or export markets.

    “Our goal is to help as many small businesses as we can,” said Anthony […]

    Texas Can Now Apply for Disaster Loans 2020-03-20T15:54:19-05:00

    Small Business Covid 19 FAQ

    2020-03-20T11:58:08-05:00
    Small business/Covid-19 FAQ
    Here are some of your questions and their answers. These were put together by the County and by Rep. John Carter’s office. We appreciate their help during these times.
    Unemployment questions
    There have been several questions about unemployment benefits, options for workers, etc. The Texas Workforce Commission has set up a dedicated site to address those questions. There is an e-mail update list that you can sign up for on that site as well.  Please also check out our Blog Post on the Shared Work program…it is a great resource.
    Have any deadlines been postponed for sales tax payments? 
    The short answer is no. February sales tax payment is still due to the […]

    Small Business Covid 19 FAQ 2020-03-20T11:58:08-05:00

    Shared Work Program from Texas Workforce Commission

    2020-03-19T13:02:01-05:00

    Today I want to share a few more details about this program as I think it might be one of the best options during this scary time.  I know this will all pass, and this program seems to me a great option to help businesses that need to temporarily cut back.  As always, please reach out to us if you have questions or need more information.

    The Shared Work program provides Texas employers with an alternative to layoffs. TWC developed this voluntary program to help Texas employers and employees withstand a slowdown in business.

    Shared Work allows employers to:

    • Supplement their employees’ wages lost because of reduced work hours with partial unemployment benefits.
    • Reduce normal weekly work hours for employees in […]
    Shared Work Program from Texas Workforce Commission 2020-03-19T13:02:01-05:00
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