IMPORTANT RESOURCES REGARDING COVID-19

May 1 , 2020

State of Oregon

Governor Kate Brown | COVID-19 Resource Site for Oregonians Department of Revenue | Notice of Proposed Rule Making on CAT Tax Payments. Previously companies with taxable commercial activity of abut $1.8 million did not have to file quarterly payments; the new threshold in effect raises that threshold t approximately $2.7 million. Oregon Health Authority COVID-19 Weekly Report Senator Jeff Merkley Economic Recovery Hub and COVID-19 Site Congressman Peter DeFazio Important information on Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) Program

Local Updates

Douglas County COVID-19 Response Team - Daily Updates 4/30/20 4/29/20 4/28/20

Resources for All

Oregon Health Authority - Coronavirus Updates 4/30/20 4/29/20 Seeking COVID-19 care won't count against you under the federal "public charge" rule. Western Governors Association | Upcoming webinar 5/5 - COVID-19 - Cybersecurity Threats & Best Practices

Resources for Businesses

SBA | Paycheck Protection Program Reopens USDA Find a comprehensive list of resources related to COVID-19 here. CARES Act National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) | Funds are available to help save jobs in the arts sector and keep the doors open to thousands of organizations that add value to America's economy and the creative life of our communities. Part 1 deadline to submit applications is May 4. Click here for more information. UCC Small Business Development Center Live Presentation - Surviving and Thriving Disaster Response on 5/4 at 6:00 p.m.

Resources for Workers | Unemployment

State of Oregon Employment Department Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Now Available in Oregon - Read the news release from 4/28/20 here. Southern Oregon Regional Economic Development, Inc. March 2020 University of Oregon Statewide Economic Indicators Oregon Data Update Initial Claims and Additional Unemployment Benefits in Oregon February 2020 University of Oregon Regional Economic Indicators March Employment and Unemployment in Oregon’s Counties Unemployment Benefit Payments Quadruple in Oregon The Employment Department Releases Oregon’s March Unemployment Rate

Resources for Volunteers

SERV-OR | Medical Professionals are needed to volunteer . Register at  here  and learn more by downloading SERV-OR’s frequently asked questions .   American Red Cross | Red Cross supplies have run dangerously low. If you are healthy and looking for a tangible and safe way to help your community, please consider donating blood. The Red Cross has implemented sanitizing and social distancing policies to ensure you’re safe while making a lifesaving donation. Schedule an appointment today .

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