WCA Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

In light of the state of emergency in Michigan regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, the Washtenaw Contractors Association has cancelled or postponed in-person events through June. Scheduled board and committee meetings are being conducted via conference call to allow our volunteers to maintain social distancing while still addressing WCA business. WCA staff are working remotely during this time and are accessible by phone and email. Plan Room updates continue to be shared as we receive bids requests and updates.  

We continue to follow CDC recommendations related to COVID-19 and regularly reassess the situation, sharing updates of our activities here and through member emails for webinars, events, and workshops.

COVID-19 Resources for WCA Members

To help WCA Member firms navigate these truly unprecedented circumstances, we have compiled and shared resources that might be helpful to you.

WEBINARS

  • none currently scheduled

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY RESOURCES

GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

EMPLOYER/EMPLOYEE RESOURCES

SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Email: info@wcaonline.org

WCA Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
In light of the state of emergency in Michigan regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, the Washtenaw Contractors Association has cancelled or postponed in-person events through June. Scheduled board and committee meetings are being conducted via conference call to allow our volunteers to maintain social distancing while still addressing WCA business. WCA staff are working remotely during this time and are accessible by phone and email. Plan Room updates continue to be shared as we receive bids requests and updates.  
We continue to follow CDC recommendations related to COVID-19 and regularly reassess the situation, sharing updates of our activities here and through member emails for webinars, events, and workshops.
COVID-19 Resources for WCA Members
To help WCA Member firms navigate these truly unprecedented circumstances, we have compiled and shared resources that might be helpful to you.
WEBINARS

none currently scheduled

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY RESOURCES

OSHA: COVID-19 Guidance for the Construction Workforce
State of Michigan: Executive Order 2020-21 FAQs
ARTBA Safety Resources for Covid-19 Construction
HYLANT: How to Avoid Coronavirus-Related Surety Claims in Construction
Bodman Law COVID-19 Response Team Resources
Butzel Long: Plans and Procedures for Construction Companies to Implement to Mitigate the Impact of the Coronavirus
AGC: Coronavirus Construction Industry Updates
CONSTRUCTION DIVE: 4 ways to interpret construction contracts amid coronavirus
CONSTRUCTION DIVE: Managing a Coronavirus-related Rroject Shutdown
CONSTRUCTION DIVE: Coronavirus In-depth Analysis for Contractors
Message from Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights
City of Ann Arbor Building Department Notice
Pittsfield Charter Township Department of Building Services COVID-19 Operation Plan
Washtenaw County Building Inspection will continue to perform daily inspections during the closing of the Zeeb Road Office

GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Michigan: Stay Home Executive Order
Michigan: State of Emergency Announcement
US Department of Homeland Security: Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce
Washtenaw County Health Department: Procedures for Businesses/Entities Remaining Open Under Stay Home Executive Order 

EMPLOYER/EMPLOYEE RESOURCES

LEAR Corporation: Safe Work Playbook
OSHA: Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
Doeren Mayhew: EEOC Updates Guidance For COVID-19 Pandemic
HYLANT: Employers Guide to Navigating Coronavirus
State of Michigan: Coronavirus Information for Employers and Workers
CDC: Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers 
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity: COVID-19 Employer Update
US Department of Labor: Coronavirus Resources
American Society of Employers: FAQ’s for Potential HR Issues Arising from the Coronavirus
Unemployment Insurance – Resources for Employers
Unemployment Insurance – Resources for Employees

SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES

MiPPP: Paycheck Protection Program Resources and Loan Calculator
HYLANT: Coronavirus and Your Business Insurance
Michigan Economic Development Corporation: Resources for Michigan Businesses During COVID-19
Small Business Association: Disaster Assistance Loans/COVID19 FAQs
Michigan Small Business Relief Program
IRS: Coronavirus Tax Relief

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services: COVID-19 FAQs
CDC: Manage Stress and Anxiety During Coronavirus
USA Today: Health and wellness apps are offering free services to help those coping with coronavirus