Coronavirus Recovery & Growth Resources
Turning toward recovery and growth
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been far-reaching. Many organizations are focusing on the strategic restart and ramp up of their operations. While there is still great uncertainty about what a coronavirus recovery phase will look like, it is essential for your organization to understand the scenarios you may face and plan your path back to growth.
Baker Tilly’s Value Architects™ are prepared to work with your organization now to chart a way forward that will enhance and maximize your value, minimize further disruption and keep your workforce safe.
ERC relief portal
Streamline and maximize your ERC opportunities
Let us help you file your ERC, assemble and apply for PPP loan forgiveness or both.
Full American Rescue Plan coverage
Baker Tilly professionals break down the latest funding plan for you.
U.S. Treasury updates American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) reporting changes
Baker Tilly’s ARPA specialists highlight important reporting changes made by the U.S. Treasury
New ARPA Project and Expenditure Report guidance includes many changes
ARPA Project and Expenditure guidance changes to factor into April 30 reporting deadline
Five things you need to know about accessing the U.S. Treasury’s Reporting Portal
Five tips you can use when accessing and using the U.S. Treasury’s Reporting Portal for ARPA.
Leveraging the American Rescue Plan and Infrastructure Act to achieve community goals
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) have provided a tremendous opportunity to make improvements throughout cities across the United States. These important investments must be planned strategically. This article, originally published by Missouri Municipal League, examines how a long-term, set of comprehensive plans for funding can enhance these communities.
Ten impactful uses of American Rescue Plan funding
State and local governments must consider all funding options when building their strategic funding plan and build a more sustainable, equitable long-term economic impact through landmark funding.
American Rescue Plan Final Rule key provisions: what local governments need to know
Local governments should create or revise their ARPA strategic funding plan now that the Final Rule is released.
CommuniTIES: American Rescue Plan – federal funding to support community housing
Public sector housing specialists discuss the federal funding opportunities for municipalities to support community housing.
New opportunities in affordable housing from the American Rescue Plan Act
Communities have a historic opportunity to provide attainable housing for residents with American Rescue Plan funding.
The American Rescue Plan: eligible uses, funding strategies and compliance for Pennsylvania counties
Learn how Pennsylvania counties can use ARP Fiscal Recovery Funds for community growth and revenue recovery.
Funding overload: prioritizing and building your community’s funding strategy with ARP, EDA, infrastructure and more
Understand how to build a community’s strategic funding plan using a variety of funding sources (ARP, EDA, infrastructure) and the ARP ACTion app.
Build your American Rescue Plan funding strategy with ARP ACTion
New app delivers customized report to share with key community stakeholders
BuzzHouse: State and local governments to play a key role in housing investment utilizing American Rescue Plan funds
As communities begin developing spending plans and allocating funds from the American Rescue Plan, many are wondering what investments will be made to multifamily housing.
What do you need to know about American Rescue Plan uses for housing?
Public sector housing corner: governments can use Fiscal Recovery Funds and other ARP funding provisions to invest in community housing needs and services.
EDA publishes guidelines on $3 billion in ARP funding via competitive grant programs
Public sector entities have an exceptional opportunity to apply for an economic development grant through the American Rescue Plan.
CommuniTIES: American Rescue Plan - strategic grant administration opportunities
State and local governments have a unique opportunity to develop a strategic plan to administer grants with American Rescue Plan funding that prioritizes community need.
American Rescue Plan resources for public sector
Stay up to date on American Rescue Plan (ARP) news and guidance for state and local governments.
Using American Rescue Plan funds to procure consulting services
This FAQ answers commonly asked questions about rules governing American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds.
Department of Education releases HEERF III guidance
The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III), authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP), provides $39.6 billion in additional support for higher education institutions.
American Rescue Plan: direct funding opportunities to assist small businesses
Overview of several significant direct-to-business assistance opportunities from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
The American Rescue Plan Act’s impact on Medicaid and pharma
This informative articles details how the passage of the American Rescue Plan Act impacts Medicaid coverage as it relates to pharmaceutical and life sciences companies.
Preparing your restaurant for the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
The fifth federal COVID-19 relief bill is moving on to be signed by the president. The massive bill includes extensions to the employee retention credit, unemployment benefits, PPP qualification parameters among other programs, and it establishes a revitalization fund for restaurants. Read this article to learn more about how the Restaurant Revitalization Fund impacts restaurants.
Economic development grant opportunities within the American Rescue Plan
Take these proactive steps to prepare your community for EDA grant opportunities.
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Solutions
Baker Tilly can help you navigate Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness and your employee retention credit (ERC) in one convenient, easy to use portal. Our specialists have developed a comprehensive set of solutions available to assist qualifying businesses that have received, or will receive, loan proceeds that may be eligible for forgiveness under the PPP.
COVID-19 vaccine mandate resources
Employers weigh options to demonstrate compliance with COVID-19 vaccine mandates
Large employers and federal contractors have imposed mandates for employees to get a COVID-19 vaccine. This will compel employers to establish a compliance process, including how employees upload their vaccination status, how the organization verifies vaccination statuses and how the information is kept confidential.
CMS and OSHA issue vaccine mandate rules for healthcare providers
This article discusses the timeline and enforcement of the COVID-19 vaccine mandate rules for healthcare providers that were issued by CMS and OSHA.
Pharmaceuticals distribution in a post-COVID-19 economy: insurance considerations for logistics and distribution
This informative article discusses COVID-19 vaccine distribution and its effect on the insurance industry, supply chains, and cybersecurity.
Post-pandemic workforce preparedness resources
As offices re-open, many organization expect more employees to remain fully remote and/or allow hybrid models. Baker Tilly professionals will guide you through these decisions and break down your options.
Are you in compliance with reopening requirements post-pandemic?
As you begin to reopen, ensure the health, safety and compliance of your workplace with this checklist.
Cybersecurity awareness remains key for post-pandemic remote workforce
This informative article details key cybersecurity considerations for companies continuing to work remotely
Convincing employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine
However an organization decides to proceed with mandating the COVID-19 vaccine, it is critical to develop and communicate a plan.
In a post-COVID-19 world, who gets to work from home?
Guidance for public sector organizations to assess work-from-home viability for governmental positions
Financial resilience solutions
COVID-19 is an unfolding and evolving event bringing uncertainty to every organization. Baker Tilly is ready to help you prioritize necessary actions and navigate your organization through these unprecedented and difficult times. We have developed specific insights and solutions to assist you in responding to volatility and building financial resilience
Financial resilience solutions:
- Supply chain disruption and spend analysis
- Strategic scenario development
- Organizational redesign and alternative value delivery analysis
- Navigating federal, state and local assistance
- Communications and crisis management
- Tax considerations
- Business continuity planning
- Fair market opinions and valuations – including goodwill impairment evaluations and valuations for estate planning and gift purposes
- Outsourced financial services
- Re-negotiate and restructure of loan payments and covenants, investor agreements, purchase agreements and others impacted directly by financial performance
- Relief Funding Assistance
Industry resources
Baker Tilly specialists understand your industry and how an unplanned event such as the COVID-19 outbreak can affect your organization, employees, customers and suppliers.
Asset managementMobility and transportationBankingConstructionFamily businessesGovernment contractorsHealth plansHealthcare providersHigher educationLaw firm and professional servicesMedical devices and pharmaceuticalsManufacturing and distributionNot-for-profitReal estateSmall businessesState and local government