CORONAVIRUS & PHASE 3 RESOURCES FOR RETAILERS
Retail Merchants is working with Virginia Retail Federation and Retail Alliance to band together to propose legislative initiatives and government relief packages that are vital to keeping this important sector intact.
Here’s a collection of resources and updates.
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PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM EXTENSION ACT OF 2021
On Tuesday, President Biden signed into law the Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act of 2021, extending the program until May 31.
Why is this important?
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Governor Northam Signs Tax Conformity
Governor Northam has signed the Tax Conformity legislation into law. Due to the emergency clause, the legislation goes into effect immediately and is retroactive. This means that it will not be necessary to file an extension on your taxes to accommodate the typical July legislation start date in order to
Vaccine Info: Henrico County and City Expand Eligibility
Employees across all 11 of Virginia’s Department of Health frontline essential worker groups are eligible
As of this week, the Henrico County and City of Richmond Health Districts have opened vaccine eligibility to include all of 1A, 1B, as well as all employees included among Virginia’s Department of Health frontline essential
NRF Webinar: Small Business PPP Update
Presented by National Retail Federation
January 12 I 3pm-4pm
Please join NRF for a “Small Business PPP Update” webinar on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 from 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET. Advance registration is required.
The latest COVID-19 relief deal included changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
RMA Marketing Workshops
E-Commerce Website Checklist (access here)
with Andrew Miller
Co-Founder of Workshop Digital
This is part one of a four-part marketing workshop series.
Join fellow local retailers as Co-Founder of Workshop Digital, Andrew Miller, shares a practical checklist to ensure your website is ready to capitalize on the increase of e-commerce sales this holiday season.
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SBA Announces Simpler PPP Forgiveness Process for Loans of $50,000 or Less
From Perkins Law, by Eric C. Perkins, Esq.:
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less. This action streamlines the PPP forgiveness process to provide helpful relief to the small business community.
The PPP provided more than five
E-Commerce Website Check-List
This is part one of a four-part marketing workshop series preparing for a digital shopping season.
- Topic: E-Commerce Website Check-List
- Presenter: Andrew Miller, Co-Founder of Workshop Digital
- Date: October 21, 2020 | 8:30 am
- Register | Register for live or on-demand access
Join fellow local retailers as Co-Founder of Workshop Digital, Andrew Miller, shares a practical checklist to ensure your website is ready to capitalize on the increase of e-commerce sales this holiday season.
- Ideas to increase online conversions
- Practical ways to strengthen your e-commerce website
- Quick e-commerce website checklist for success
- 8:30-9:00 am: Presentation
- 9:00-9:30 am: Q&A for application questions with practical answers
What to do When an Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
If an employee tests positive, the best thing you can do is be prepared. A clearly defined plan can prove invaluable in getting your business back up and running quickly.
Emergency Temporary Standard
In July, the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) and Virginia Department of Labor and Industry adopted an emergency
LETTS TALK: Leadership Lab Sessions
Starting October 20, 2020
The LETTS TALK Leadership Lab provides executives at all levels the opportunity to engage with and learn from a top CEO and a Certified Executive Coach.
- Standard Pricing: $75 each | $575 for all 8
- RMA Members: $60 for each webinar | CODE: RMA15
- REGISTER HERE
Rebuild VA Grant Fund: Apply Now
The Rebuild VA Grant Fund is a program to help small businesses and non-profits whose normal operations were disrupted by COVID-19, including restaurants, brick and mortar retail, exercise and fitness facilities, personal care and personal grooming services, entertainment and public amusement establishments, and campgrounds.
Expanded business sectors
Medicare 101 Seminars
If you’re on or soon to be on disability, nearing retirement, or close to age 65, you may have Medicare on your mind. We are offering 3 dates for you to attend a Medicare educational seminar. Each seminar will contain the same information. Pick the day which works best for you.
Retail Roundtable: Bringing Back the Hourly Worker
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September 16, 2020 | 10am
Retailers are invited to join RMA’s Member Relations Team as well as Snagajob’s Anthony Rodriguez, for a one hour conversation to discuss how they are planning to address hiring concerns with regard to hourly staff, both in terms of pandemic-related hiring,
Richmond Recovers Grant
The program mirrors a similar program, Rebuild VA, which was announced by the state earlier this month and is open to all Virginia small businesses and non-profits.
Why is this important?
WEBINAR: Hourly Hiring Solutions
August 25, 3 pm | Get Registered
Utilizing Snagajob Talent Pools to Offset Hourly Hiring Struggles
As employers struggle to re-hire or hire additional hourly workers during the ongoing pandemic, Snagajob will discuss how their Talent Pools can help businesses fill unfilled shifts, flex staffing up
Retail Roundtable: eCommerce
August 19, 2020
10:00 – 11:00 am
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Are you currently selling online or are you looking to start ramping up your online sales? RMA’s Member Relations Team is hosting a one-hour conversation with retail members, as well as a few member experts, to discuss how they
Open Roundtable: Pivoting
August 5, 2020 | 10:00 am
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RMA’s Member Relations Team is hosting a one hour conversation with members across all industries regarding how they have pivoted and adjusted their business models during the coronavirus pandemic. The forum will be an opportunity to hear from fellow members regarding the
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: Virginia’s COVID-19 Emergency Regulations
Prepare for Virginia’s COVID-19 Emergency Regulations
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NOW IN EFFECT: VIRGINIA’S EMERGENCY TEMPORARY OSHA STANDARDS
Virginia’s Department of Labor and Industry has announced that the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) program has officially published the new regulations today in the Richmond Times-Dispatch, making the Virginia Safety and Health Code Board’s Emergency Temporary Standards effective immediately.
- Download the full regulations here.
Join Courtney Malveaux of Jackson
VRF WEBINAR: PREPARE FOR VIRGINIA’S COVID-19 EMERGENCY REGULATIONS
Date: Wednesday, July 29
Time: 3:00 pm
Presenter: Courtney M. Malveaux, Jack Lewis
Get Registered
In a split vote, the Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board passed the first-in-the-nation standard to address COVID-19 in workplaces.
Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH), the state’s version of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Virginia Passes First-In-Nation OSHA Standard for COVID-19
By Courtney M. Malveaux from JacksonLewis
In a split vote, the Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board passed a first-in-the-nation standard to address COVID-19 in workplaces. Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH), the state’s version of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), now will enforce a standard
Bridging Virginia Loan | DEADLINE: July 17
CORONAVIRUS CLEAN: Q&A with Cleaning Industry Expert Nicole Mason
Nicole Mason is the owner of Glean LLC. Glean is a locally-owned commercial cleaning company dedicated to excellence in commercial cleaning while creating job opportunities to local Richmond citizens. Glean provides both ongoing janitorial services, deep cleanings, and sanitizing services. For more
SBA Expanded Loans
Forbes Article:
SBA opens up new grants and loans for small businesses and independent contractors.
Read Article
Actual Application:
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WEBINAR: New Labor Laws (effective July 1)
Review new laws and amended laws that will include new anti-discrimination state law, wage and hour laws, and non-compete agreements particularly for “low-wage employees.”
PART ONE | View Archived Video
Crystal Tyler | Jackson Lewis | Of Counsel, Richmond | Bio
- Virginia Minimum Wage Act
- Virginia Wage Payment Act
- Wage transparency law
David E. Nagle | Jackson Lewis | Principal, Richmond | Bio
- Virginia Human Rights Act (and the Bostock decision)
- Whistleblower protection
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Crystal Tyler | Jackson Lewis | Of Counsel, Richmond | Bio
- Non-competes for low wage earners
- Marijuana decriminalization
David E. Nagle | Jackson Lewis | Principal, Richmond | Bio
- Worker misclassification laws
- Public-sector collective bargaining
Prepare for Phase 3 (No Date Announced)
Virginia will continue to closely monitor key health metrics to determine when to safely move to the next phase.
Virginia will not move into Phase 3 and there was no date announced, however, here are the guidelines so businesses can prepare for when the date for Phase 3 is announced.
Phase Three Guidelines (Click Here)