Disaster and pandemic planning
Updated: April 7, 2020
Whether a natural disaster or a global health emergency, use these resources to help you and your clients stay informed, prepared and avoid a crisis.
COVID-19 resources
Access payroll calculators, sample applications and more to help your clients navigate the complexities of applying for a loan under the Paycheck Protection Program.
The MNCPA is continously updating a blog with the latest information CPAs need to know related to closures, deadline changes and other matters concerning the profession.
The governor has issued a two-week "stay at home" order, effective at 11:59 p.m. March 27 through 5 p.m. April 10. Employees working in a critical industry may go to their office during this time period if they cannot perform their work virtually.
Review DEED's list of critical industries
This guide is customized to outline the recommended steps your organization should take to prepare for COVID-19.
(The guide is downloaded as a Word document.)
Webinars
Take a detailed look at PPP loans and what business leaders need to know about them with these webinars.
The new Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act aims to offset the economic impact of COVID-19 and includes major tax changes for individuals and businesses.
DEED Commissioner Steve Grove answers business owners' questions in this webinar, hosted by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce.
HR expert Larry Morgan developed the following resources exclusively for MNCPA members.
COVID-19 articles
HR expert Larry Morgan shares critical first steps employers should take to build contingency plans and ease staff concerns.
Tech expert Tommy Stephens shares five best practices for the increased number of people working from home in your office.
Flexibility is paramount in this time. Here are 10 actions August Aquila says your firm should take as the nature of your day-to-day business changes.
HR expert Larry Morgan looks at explores the structure that should be put in place and what pitfalls to avoid with more people working remotely.
COVID-19 customizable templates
Client letter templates
Customizable employer templates and posters
More COVID-19 information and resources
Minnesota-specific resources
Minnesota Department of Health
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
Office of Governor Tim Walz
National/international resources
COVID-19 global cases by Johns Hopkins CSSE
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
World Health Organization
U.S. Travel Association
U.S. Small Business Administration: COVID-19 Guidance and Loan Resources