Business & Community Resources
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Below a list of business and community resources to provide aid and information during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic and recent flooding in Saginaw County. We will add links, resources, and updates as information becomes available. If you are offering a service to help the Saginaw County Community or local businesses weather this storm, please email your information to info@saginawchamber.org. Don't forget that you can still post Member News and Living Local Coupons to announce that you are still open for business, share company information and provide discounts during this difficult time.
NOTE: Please consult the appropriate organization for the most up-to-date information.
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Recent Updates
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Reopening Business
Together with Saginaw Future, we have compiled a number of resources, reopening play-books and other related materials to assist in reopening your business safely. Visit https://saginawfuture.com/covid/ to learn more.
On June 4, Wendy Block with the Michigan Chamber of Commerce spoke at our Perc Breakfast. Click to view her presentation on Reopening Business.
On June 4, Wendy Block with the Michigan Chamber of Commerce spoke at our Perc Breakfast. Click to view her presentation on Reopening Business.
Business Support & Services
Grants, Loans & Financial Assistance
Federal Reserve Michigan Economic Development Corporation
information before applying, apply during off peak hours 7pm – 7am or by mail, save your work often and save a copy on your computer.
Unemployment
Webinars
Other
Federal Reserve Michigan Economic Development Corporation
- MI LOCAL BIZ Matching Grant Program
- The Northern Initiatives program will provide up to $2 million in loan funds through MEDC’s Capital Access program
- Economic Injury Disaster Loans Assistance (EIDL) (application deadline: December 21, 2020) Elgibility, Facts, Application and Instructions
- SBA Express Bridge Loans allow small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBA Express Lender to access up to $25,000 quickly.
- SBA Debt Relief automatically pays the principal, interest and fees of current and new 7(a) 504 and microloans temporarily
information before applying, apply during off peak hours 7pm – 7am or by mail, save your work often and save a copy on your computer.
- Paycheck Protection Program - visit SBA site for the most up-to-date status of the program
- Save Small Business Fund provides short-term relief (grants) for small businesses that employs between 3 and 20 people and are located in an economically vulnerable community www.savesmallbusiness.com
- Chemical Bank provides hardship assistance
- Frankenmuth Credit Union provides relief for consumers and business COVID-19 Relief Plan
- Huntington Bank provides immediate financial relief measures
- The State Bank provides relief for consumers and business
Unemployment
- Employer FAQ and Information
- Expanded Benefits Executive Order 2020-10 Employer requently Asked Questions
- Family Medical Leave Act - U.S. Department of Labor questions and answers
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) - U.S. Department of Labor Employer Requirements Employee Rights Temporary Regulations Expanded Eligibility, Increased Unemployment
- Guidance for Employers contemplating potential layoffs
- How-To Video Tutorials for Employers
- UIA Question and Answer Sessions
- UIA Michigan Employer Informational Webinar
- Unemployment Insurance 101
- Work Share Program
Webinars
- Consumers Energy
- Delivering Support to Michigan's Small Business Webinar & Presentation,
- On Demand Response Programs
- Small Business Assistance
- Small Business Survival Kit
- Michigan Chamber of Commerce (no fee, real time and recorded) Click to view topics
- Rehmann
- Cash Flow Management & PPP Forgiveness
- IT Security & Continuity Planning
- Workforce & HR Strategies
- Small Business Association (SBA) Click to view topics
Other
- AT&T Business COVID-19 Support AT&T business Continuity Website
- Saginaw Chamber and Saginaw Future Jointly Announce Business Reopening Resources
- COVID-19 Local Government Fiscal Strategies Guide
- COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan for Lower Risk Business, Medium Risk Business, High Risk Business, and Very High Risk Business
- Guidelines: Opening Up America Again - best practices to reopen your business safely
- Consumers Energy Small Business Support - Keeping Workers and Communities Safe during COVID-19
- Dow has developed a simplified face shield design and is sharing its design through an open-source file to help accelerate production rates of this critically-needed PPE
- Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association resources www.mrla.org
- Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
- State by State Reopening Guide
- U.S. Department of Agriculture Resources (for rural residents, businesses and communities) www.usda.gov
Individual/Workforce Support & Services
- 2-1-1 of Northeast Michigan connects people in need with people who can help with food, shelter, rent and utility assistance, legal resources, VA benefits, substance abuse services and more. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, completely confidential. DIAL 211 on your phone; TEXT your ZIP to TXT211; CHAT online via web www.211nemichigan.org/get-help.html or SEARCH the Community Resource Directory
EDUCATION
- Davenport University COVID-19 Scholarship Program
- Davenport University provides a free career-focused class to people who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19. Classes starting May 6 and July 1.
FINANCIAL
- Chemical Bank provides hardship assistance
- COPOCO Credit Union offers loans, skip-a-pay and more for consumers and business
- Frankenmuth Credit Union provides relief for consumers and business
- Huntington Bank provides immediate financial relief measures
- Lake Michigan Credit Union increases credit card limits, waives skip-a-payment fees, offers special relief loans and more lmcu.org
- Michigan Treasury offers collections assistance to those unemployed due to COVID-19
- The State Bank provides relief for consumers and business
UNEMPLOYMENT
- Employee FAQ and Information
- FAQ on Certifying Claims Video Info-graphic
- Filing your claim by last name
- Filing your claim video library
UTILITIES
- AT&T waiving late fees, no termination of service, public WiFi hotspots and more att.com
- AT&T Supports Nurses & Physicians with Three Months of Free FirstNet Service
- Charter/Spectrum provides temporary free broadband for students spectrum.com
- Consumers Energy suspends shutoffs for low-income and senior customers
- Consumers Energy providing FREE Nest Thermostat Es to residential customers from May 19 through the end of July
- Phone/Data/WiFi service offerings Source: Federal Communications Commission
OTHER
- Childcare Available for Essential Workers
- Face masks required for all in-person workers; recommended for all who leave their home. Make your own face mask
- Frontline Workers receive reduced Hotel Rates
- JA Project Tomorrow - resources for teachers and parents K-12
- Saginaw Intermediate School District - information on home schooling, talking to kids about COVID-19 and more
Federal, State & Local Updates
FEDERAL UPDATES
- IRS extends filing deadline and tax payments to July 15, 2020 - IR-2020-58
- Treasury, IRS and Labor announce plan to implement Coronavirus-related paid leave for workers and tax credits for small and midsize businesses - IR-2020-57
- Employment Poster
SAGINAW COUNTY LEGISLATORS
- Ken Horn, State Senator 32nd District, 517-373-1760 - representing all of Saginaw County
- Vanessa Guerra, State Representative 95th District, 517-373-0152 - Representing Bridgeport Township, Buena Vista Township, Carrollton Township, City of Saginaw, James Township, Kochville Township, Spaulding Township, City of Zilwaukee, and Zilwaukee Township
- Rodney Wakeman, State Representative 94th District, 517-373-0837 - representing Albee Township, Birch Run Township, Blumfield Township, City of Frankenmuth, Frankenmuth Township, Saginaw Township, St. Charles Township, Swan Creek Township, Taymouth Township, Thomas Township, and Tittabawassee Township.
- Ben Frederick, State Representative 85th District, 517-373-0841 - representing Chesaning, Jonesville Township, Lakeville Township and St. Charles
STATE UPDATES www.michigan.gov/coronavirus
- 5/7/20 MI SAFE START - A Plan to Re-Engage Michigan's Economy
- ALL Executive Orders & Directives (refer to this webpage for the most up-to-date executive orders and expirations)
SAGINAW COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT UPDATES www.saginawpublichealth.org
- COVID-19 Cases in Saginaw County
- 4/02/20 - Emergency Order SCHD2020-02 establishes procedures for businesses/entities remaining open under Executive Order 2020-21
- 3/31/20 - Emergency Order SCHD2020-01 requires reporting of personal protective equipment and medical supplies donated to public and non-profit agencies in Saginaw County (donation reporting form)
Medical Care and COVID-19 Information
MEDICAL CARE & TESTING Find a testing site near you
- Ascension St. Mary's healthcare.ascension.org
- Blue Cross Blue Shield bcbsm.com
- Discounted services for fully covered individuals
- FAQ
- 24-hour Nurse Line PPO 800-775-BLUE (2583) - HMO 855-624-5214
- Mental Health Services PPO 800-762-2382 - HMO 800-482-5982
- Online Visits https://bcbsmonlinevisits.com
- Covenant HealthCare covenanthealthcare.com
- Covenant COVID-19 Screening Options
- HOTLINE screens for risk of COVID-19; Available 6am-10pm at 989-583-3135
- Drive-Thru Sampling Center located at Covenant Visiting Nurse Assoc., 500 S. Hamilton, Saginaw, Available Mon-Sat 9am-3pm
- Great Lakes Bay Health Centers Free COVID-19 testing information greatlakesbayhealth.org
- Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority offers mobile app myStrentgh to provide mental health support
- Stay Home, Stay MIndful website (hosted by Mindspace) is a free mental health resource for Michiganders during the COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19 INFORMATION/HOTLINES
Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Blue Cross Webinar: Navigating Coronavirus - view
- Centers for Disease Control - www.cdc.gov/Coronavirus
Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- COVID-19 Cases in Saginaw County (source: Saginaw County Health Department) and Michigan (source: State of Michigan)
- Michigan.gov - www.michigan.gov/coronavirus
- Michigan Department of Health and Human Services - www.michigan.gov/mdhhs
- MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist Warmline - 1-888-733-7753 (10am-2am, 7 days a week)
- MDHHS Hotline - 1-888-535-6136 (8am-5pm, 7 days a week)
- MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist Warmline - 1-888-733-7753 (10am-2am, 7 days a week)
- Saginaw County Health Department COVID-19 Cases in Saginaw County
- Informational flyers on COVID-19 symptoms and care, testing, what to do if you think you've been exposed, face masks and more
- Stay Home Stay Safe Guidelines
- World Health Organization - www.who.int
Other Resources
CLOSINGS & CANCELLATIONS
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- More than 2,000 Michigan companies currently hiring. Visit MiTalent.org
- Chamber Member Job Openings
FOOD
- Restaurants & Caters view
- Saginaw Intermediate School District (comprehensive list) www.sisd.cc
- Saginaw YMCA Mission Nutrition Program details
- Salvation Army Food Pantry - Call for appointment M-F 989-401-7881
