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CLICK HERE
for up-to-date listings of which Adams Morgan businesses are open during this crisis and what their delivery/carryout/gift card options are.
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Legislative update from RAMW
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From Kathy Hollinger, president, RAMW
Tomorrow, the DC Council is introducing additional emergency legislation to provide support and protection for the small business and worker community. We have been working with the Council closely to ensure the unique needs of our industry are addressed. We are hopeful that legislation will include the following:
Business Interruption Insurance
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Business interruption insurance will now cover full or partial closure due to the COVID-19.
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The bill provides that no insurer may deny a claim for loss of use and occupancy, loss of business income, and business interruption due to losses arising from actions taken in response to the Mayor’s Order issued during a Public Health Emergency, including the partial or complete cessation of the insured’s business, and such claims shall not be denied because there is no direct physical loss of or physical damage to the property of the insured, the insured’s business premises, or to any other property utilized in connection with the business.
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An insurer that indemnifies an insured who has filed a claim may apply to the Commissioner of the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking (“Commissioner”) for reimbursement from funds collected and made available for this purpose.
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The provision applies only to those businesses with 250 employees or less.
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It is fully expected that these provisions will be litigated heavily by insurance companies, but they do provide some support for business interruption claims. RAMW engaged with the DC Attorney General early on, and he is committed to defend this law on behalf of the District
Clarification on expiration of alcohol pick up and delivery privileges
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The temporary legislation which allows ABC on premises licensed establishments such as taverns and restaurants to sell alcohol for pick up and delivery does not expire until November 2020.
ABC privileges for second premises during the health emergency
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An on-premises retailer’s licensee that is registered with the Board may also register with the Board to sell beer, wine, or spirits in closed containers accompanied by one or more prepared food items for off-premises consumption from one additional location other than the licensed premises. This means if you have demand for additional carryout and delivery, you may service the demand from another location in addition to your current licensed premises.
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Board approval shall not be required for the additional location provided, that the licensee separately registers with the Board and receives written authorization from ABRA prior to offering alcoholic beverages for carryout or delivery at the additional location and there is a certificate of occupancy in place for the additional location or it is outside, private property or is public space occupied under a public space permit.
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We will share more information on registering as it becomes available.
No late fees for two year reports or trade name registrations
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No late fee shall be assessed on two year reports for corporations and LLCs nor for trade name renewals provided they are filed by June 1, 2020.
Cap on Third Party Delivery Fees
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Commissions payable to third party deliver companies are limited to 15% during the health emergency.
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In addition, consumers must be informed, before the transaction is finalized, of all fees, commission and payments imposed by the delivery company on the restaurant.
Mandatory tenant payment plans
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Landlords must provide payment plans for rent due during the health emergency. The plan will allow for payment of missed or late rent to be paid within the year.
Utility repayment plans
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Utility providers must allow repayment plans for repayment of unpaid utility amounts. The plans must allow repayment of unpaid amounts over at least a year.
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Important Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) FAQs & Clarification
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The Treasury has updated its
Paycheck Protection Program
FAQs, including the answer to a question many have been asking:
"If I try to re-hire everyone but some ex-employees refuse the offer, will my loan forgiveness amount be reduced?"
The short answer is no, your forgiveness won't be reduced, provided:
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You've made, in good faith, a written offer of rehire; and
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You've documented the employee’s rejection of that offer
Employees and employers should be aware that employees who reject offers of re-employment may forfeit eligibility for continued unemployment compensation.
Click here
for all the Paycheck Protection Program loan FAQs.
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Adams Morgan RAMMY Award Winners
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Restaurant industry professionals and fans tuned in online this afternoon as RAMW announced finalists for
#
RAMMYS20
. This provided a welcome moment of celebration for our resilient & hardworking DC restaurant community.
We are so excited for two of our
#AdamsMorgan
restaurants that were nominated for three awards!
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COVID-19 Support:
The “Back to Brick & Mortar” Guidebook
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&Access
has compiled a guidebook to assist in businesses reopening their storefronts. The guidebook is divided into five sections with over 40 tips and hundreds of considerations:
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Deciding To Reopen
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Facilitating Healthy Business Operations
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Designing A Safe Customer Experience
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Training Employees
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Communicating With Customers
Please
CLICK HERE
to download and share the link with your beloved small businesses.
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US Chamber of Commerce Webinars
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Workshop Wednesday: Pivoting Your Business to Survive the Pandemic
Join us this Wednesday, May 6th at 10:30 am EST for our fourth part of our virtual series from CO—, an audience-driven discussion designed specifically for the small business community.
Jeanette Mulvey, Content Director at CO—, will bring together experts and small business owners alike to discuss new ways businesses are adjusting their operations to survive the pandemic. We'll share strategies from business owners who have shifted their models and offerings, and will give you fresh ideas to keep your company running:
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Chris Herron, Co-Founder and CEO, Creature Comforts Brewing Co. (Athens, GA)
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Ramon Ray, Founder, SmartHustle.com (New York, NY)
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Bridget Weston, Acting CEO, SCORE (Herndon, VA)
Register for 5.6 Workshop Wednesday
National Small Business Town Hall
Join us on Friday, May 8 at noon ET for the seventh installment of the U.S. Chamber/Inc. live series.
This week, we'll continue the discussion to help business owners navigate the aid available to them. Our co-hosts U.S. Chamber Chief Policy Officer Neil Bradley and Inc. Editor-at-Large Kimberly Weisul will break down the latest action from Washington, lay out the processes you should follow to make the most of the resources at hand, and give you the insight you need to plan your next move.
Want to hear what we discussed last week?
Click here to view the recording
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Register for 5.8 Town Hall
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In this guide you will find,
food resources
,
COVID-19 testing
information
,
resources for businesses
and
individuals
, and
unemployment resources
.
Click here
for the presentation from today's press conference.
How you can help:
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Complete the
ReOpenDC Community Survey
to share your feelings regarding reopening, as well as any big ideas, or feedback you have. You can also share your ideas by calling 202-442-4755.
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Practice social distancing, healthy hygiene, nutritious eating, and exercise; encourage others to do the same.
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If you have Coronavirus symptoms get tested by calling: 1-855-363-0333
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Share opportunities that serve or support the community on social media.
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Call seniors and vulnerable residents to provide information and community resources.
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Volunteer or donate to local organizations providing residents access to food, healthcare, shelter, and support services.
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Is your business offering Mother's Day specials?
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Mother's Day is on Sunday, May 10 this year and it looks like we're still going to be under lockdown, so this is your opportunity to get the word out about specials you may be planning.
Please let us know if your business is planning on something special for the moms out there -- perhaps a takeout or delivery brunch, a Mother's Day sale, or maybe a special digital gift card to minimize contact with other people -- and we'll help promote it over the next two weeks.
Please send your Mother's Day specials to
Brian Barrie
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Don't forget to complete the 2020 Census
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It’s not too late to complete the 2020 Census (many people think April 1st was the deadline). Accurate census data is important for post-COVID 19 recovery efforts.
Click here
to complete the form. If you don't have your 12-digitCensusID, you can enter your home address instead.
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"Buy Restaurant Bonds" campaign encourages customers to support restaurants by gift card purchases
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The Adams Morgan Partnership is trying to help restaurants and bars that have forced to close or severely limit their services by encouraging customers to purchase gift cards for future dining. We are trying to make a splash with this campaign -- modeled after the
Buy War Bonds
campaigns of WWI and WWII -- to help draw attention to our 100+ restaurants and employees that are facing an uncertain future. Please join in via your own social media accounts using the hashtag
#BuyRestaurantBonds
Please tag us in your social media posts about the operating status of your business so we can pass the information along.
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor one of our community events! Partner with our community while reaching some of the city's most desirable demographics. For details, contact
Kristen Barden
at
202-997-0783.
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Adams Morgan Partnership
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