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Important Note from the SBAM Team: SBAM’s website is getting a new look today!

Beginning late this afternoon, you may experience some downtime or slight issues when attempting to access www.sbam.org. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but our team is excited for you all to see the updated look very soon! Please be patient as our team works to ensure a smooth transition.

‘Stay Home, Stay Safe’ Extended; Retail & Auto Open for Appointment Today

Late last week, many new announcements were made regarding re-openings and the extension of ‘Stay Home, Stay Safe.’ Here’s what you need to know:

– Regions 6 & 8 opened with restrictions last Friday.

– In all other regions, retail establishments and auto showrooms are now permitted to open by appointment only.

– Medical, dental and veterinarian offices may open on Friday, May 29.

– The ‘Stay Home, Stay Safe’ order has been extended through June 12. This pertains to 2020-69 (temporary restrictions on the use of places of public accommodation) and 2020-96 (temporary requirement to suspend certain activities that are not necessary to sustain or protect life).

 

Tune in to SBAM’s Small Business Briefing today at 3pm on Facebook or via Zoom for a breakdown on the latest orders and what might be coming next.

New! Business Owner Survey

 

SBAM has created a follow-up survey in order to continue measuring the COVID-19 impact on Michigan’s small businesses. Thank you in advance for spending 5 minutes answering these questions.

 

Take the Survey

Focus on Business

 

Rob Fowler and Brian Calley are back with updates on the latest news about re-opening from the Governor’s office. Host Lisa Smith also welcomes the owner of KTM Industries, Tim Colonnese, who shares some insights into the challenges of running a business today.

 

Watch Now!

 
COVID-19 Response & Preparedness Plan Template Now Available
 
In a recent Executive Order, Governor Whitmer laid out regulations for employers to provide a comprehensive written COVID-19 Response & Preparedness Plan. Check our latest version of the response and preparedness template, which now includes language for medical, dental and vet offices.
 
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Check out our latest webinar recordings!
 
In case you missed one of our webinars, you can find recordings on our website. The most recent webinars include understanding your PPP Loan forgiveness application, information on the Work Share Program as an employer and ensuring a safe return to the workplace.
 

Recordings

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to Return More Than $100 Million to Insured Customers and Members
 
Due to disruptions in previously anticipated health care services caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network will be returning more than $100 million to many fully insured customers this year.
 

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Visit SBAM’s COVID-19 Resource Website
 

Daily Briefings Continue

The SBAM Daily Briefings continue weekdays at 3pm. Miss a day? You can watch all the replays.

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