Covid-19 Resources

WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS TOGETHER!

The HBA of Greater Cleveland is committed to helping you and your business through the COVID-19 pandemic.  Here is a list of resources we've found to assist you.  Information seems to change by the hour - so we will be continuously updating this page.  All resources are dated to ensure you are aware of when we received it and whether or not it is outdated. 

All HBA meetings and events for March, April, and May are postponed until further notice.

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Questions?

Call the HBA Office at 216-447-8700 or email any of the following staff members:

Brenda Callaghan - Executive Director - bcallaghan@hbacleveland.com

Stephanie French - Marketing & Events Coordinator - sfrench@hbacleveland.com

Susan Kiel - Bookkeeper - skiel@hbacleveland.com

NAHB resources

NAHB: CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE PAGE

NAHB would like to understand how COVID-19 may be impacting your business.  So, they are conducting a brief, confidential survey in order to assist them in advocating for policy changes to keep the housing sector running with as little disruption as possible during this difficult time.  CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY

Construction and building supply companies are urged to donate their surplus N95 masks and protective gear to local hospitals.  Items can be dropped off boxed at hospitals.  If you have a large quantity do donate, please email Brenda Callaghan at bcallaghan@hbacleveland.com and she can make arrangements with a local contact.

• 4.3.20 - How to Obtain an SBA Loan and Have it Forgiven
• 4.1.20 - Sample Safety Response Plan
• 4.1.20 - Jobsite Safety Toolbox Talk
• 4.1.20 - Small Jobsite Safety Poster
• 4.1.20 - Large Jobsite Safety Poster 
• 4.1.20 - An Essential Employee Letter Sample
• 4.1.20 - Employee Letter - Potential Exposure 
• 3.27.20 - Power More Profits with NAHB Scheduling & Estimating Online Course
• 3.27.20 - Practical Tips for Ohio Construction In Response to the Coronavirus Pandemic - Roetzel & Andress - JDSupra
  • Further info on contract and contractual obligations 
  • From Ohio State Rep to NAHB - Randy Strauss 
    • Office: 440-984-2575
    • Cell: 440-935-2929
    • Email: randykstrauss@aol.com
• 3.25.20 - NAHB Publishes Construction Job Site Guidance for Coronavirus

ohba updates

• 4.2.20 - CareWorks BWC - April News Update - Ohio BWC Deferral of Premiums: Payments due for March, April, and May for the current policy year may be deferred until June 1, 2020
• 3.30.20 - OHBA Update: Important info regarding:
  • Coronavirus Workers Comp Update
  • Bureau of Workers Compensation FAQ
  • COVID-19 Resources for businesses and families
  • Ohio Chamber of Commerce Info/FAQ, Employment Considerations
  • Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association Release
  • Contract Obligations
  • Engineers
  • County Recorder Update
• 3.27.20 - OHBA Update: Important info regarding:
  • "Stay at Home" Order
  • Bureau of Workers' Comp Payment Deferral 
  • Health Insurance Premium Grace Period
  • SharedWork Ohio - Payroll Assistance
  • Transportation of Oversized Loads 
  • Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loan
  • Utility Assistance
  • Unemployment Compensation
  • Contact Info Resources for More Information
• 3.26.20 - "Exempt Employee" - Sample Letter (For employees to carry for Construction Industry exemption proof)
  • Company must complete info
  • Provided by HBA Attorney Russell O'Rourke - Meyers, Roman, Friedberg & Lewis
  • Questions? Contact Russell at 216-831-0042
• 3.24.20 - OHBA Stay at Home Order Recap - Clarification for Construction Industry
  • 3.24.20 - VIDEO - Coronavirus: What Construction Workers Need to Know
• 3.23.20 - OHBA Update - Residential Construction Declared an Essential Business in Ohio 
  • Recommended COVID-19 Construction Job Site Safety Practices
• 3.20.20 - OHBA Update - In regards to states issuing a construction moratorium (not Ohio as of 10am)

government action

• 3.31.20 - Fannie, Freddie to Allow Desktop Appraisals on New Construction Loans
• 3.30.20 - Department of Labor's Summary of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights
• 3.26.20 - Senate Approves $2.2 Trillion Economic Stimulus Package
• 3.24.20 - Department of Labor Allows Employers & Employees to Weigh in on Family Leave
• 3.23.20 - Federal Reserve Takes Action to Keep Credit Flowing
• 3.22.20 - Ohio Stay at Home Order - Construction Trades Listed as Essential (must comply with current safety protocol)
• 3.20.20 - HBA Letter to Governor DeWine
• 3.20.20 - HBA White Paper sent to Building Officials Conference of Northeast Ohio (BOCONEO) stating the importance of inspections and permitting
• 3.20.20 - Families First Coronavirus Response Act
• 3.17.20 - NAHB Letter to the White House

health & Safety recommendations

• 3.25.20 - OSHA & COVID-19: OSHA's Regulatory Requirements Pertaining to Coronavirus AssentPro Webinar
• 3.23.20 - NAHB/OHBA Updated Job Site Safety Protocol (in editable Word format)
• 3.20.20 - Job Site Safety Protocol
• 3.20.20 - NRP's Guidelines on how to deal with current health guidelines on construction sites 
• 3.18.20 - Governor DeWine Suggests the Employers Take Employees' Temperatures Daily

financial information

• Small Business Administration Coronavirus Loan Resource Webpage
• 4.3.20 - HBA Bank Members - Offering SBA Loans
  • If possible, you should apply through your own bank as some banks are only dealing with existing customers
• 4.3.20 - Paycheck Protection Program Loan Template with instructions and information to help you determine your loan amount
• 4.3.20 - USDA Announces Loan Forbearance Up to 1 Year
• 4.3.20 - A message from First Federal Lakewood about the CARES Act and Payment Protection Program (PPP)
  • Understanding the Paycheck Protection Loan Program (Details, How it can be used, Info needed to apply)
  • Small Business Loan Relief and Resources (Which loan is right for your business?)
  • PPP Small Business Administration Loan Application Required Document Checklist
• 4.1.20 - Borrower Paycheck Protection Program Application
  
  • PPP Borrower Information Fact Sheet
  • Deadline to apply: June 30, 2020
  • It is recommended to apply ASAP - funds are limited
• 4.1.20 - FAQs for Those Seeking Small Business Loans Under the New Stimulus Law
• 3.31.20 - Letter from HBA Accountant Corrigan & Krause - Regarding:
  • CARES Act
  • Corrigan & Krause - CARES Act Summary
  • Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
• Ohio Small Businesses Now Eligible For SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans - please see below for more information:
  • Low-interest loans of up to $2 million are available for small businesses and private non-profits
  • Loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills and have repayment options of up to 30 years
  • Interest rates are 3.75% for small businesses and 2.75% for private non-profits
  • Need help filling out the application?  Click here for step-by-step instructions
  • CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW
• Facebook Small Business Grants Program
• 3.22.20 - Your Money and Coronavirus: A Financial Protection Guide - Forbes.com
• 3.20.20 - IRS Delays Tax Payments - (UPDATE - Income Tax Filing Moved to 7.15.20)

operating your business during covid-19

• Ohio Job Search/ Job Posting Site - Need Employees? Visit this site to advertise your opening
• 3.30.20 - Letter From Russell O'Rourke (HBA Legal Advisor) in regards to:
  • The "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (FFCRA) requires that no later than April 1 every employer with fewer than 500 employees have a written policy providing for paid family leave and paid sick leave consistent with the Act's requirements THAT IS IN ADDITION TO ANY CURRENT SICK LEAVE YOU MAY ALREADY OFFER.  You must begin providing such leave to impacted employees no later than April 2.  Fortunately, you can off-set the additional costs through reduced FICA payments
  • Details of what to include when reaching out to Russell for assistance
  • Department of Labor's Summary of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights
  • Filmed Webinar: Coronavirus & the Workplace: Evolving Issues in a National Emergency (table of contents in letter)
• CDC Resources for Businesses & Employers
• State of Ohio Coronavirus Website/Resources - Ohio Department of Health
• NAHB Online Learning Opportunities
• 3.20.20 - Small Business Administration - Guidance for Businesses & Employers to Plan & Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
• 3.20.20 - Tele & Video Conferencing Options You May Be Interested in Using
• 3.19.20 - Evaluating Your Contracts in the Wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic
• 3.18.20 - Coronavirus & the Workplace: Evolving Issues in a National Emergency - Information from Meyers, Roman, Friedberg & Lewis (HBA Legal Advisor, Russell O'Rourke's firm)