COVID-19

Hi All,

Please see the below information regarding our temporary closure & other small business resources you can rely on in this unprecedented situation that we find ourselves in.

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Is Remote.ly temporarily closing?

• Yes. Effective tomorrow 3/17/20, we will be closed for what we expect to be up to a 4 week period per Governor Brown's state address today 3/16/2020 at 2:30pm.

• We will re-open once the viral transmission risk has dropped and/or Oregon state authorities advise small businesses to resume operations
• Please note that we are technically a Multnomah County restaurant due to our in-house cafe. We will follow restaurant mandates accordingly.
• The next 1-2 weeks are a critical period. Read more here on why all efforts to "flatten the curve" should be considered.
• **PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU NEED EMERGENCY MEETING SPACE OR TEMPORARY OFFICE SPACE FOR YOUR TEAM**
• We cannot guarantee that we'll be able to accommodate your needs but we will do everything in our power to assist those in the healthcare/government/scientific fields.

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Can I still come to Remote.ly if I have a private office, Dedicated Desk, or Float Desk membership with after-hours keyfob?

• Yes. You may continue to access our space as needed.
• Our staff will not be present, though our cleaning crew will continue their Tuesday evening cleaning schedule.

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What if I need office assistance during the closure?

• Our Founder Oliver will be onsite as often as possible during the closure.
• Email info@workinremote.ly or contact Oliver directly if you need assistance during this closure period.

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Small Business Resources

What if I have to layoff my employees temporarily due to the COVID-19 situation?

• Your employees may be eligible for unemployment coverage.
• Click here to learn more about Oregon's unemployment resources

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What if I can't pay my bills due to loss of income?

• First, read about the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Disaster Assistance Loans by clicking this link.
• Next, bookmark the following link: SBA Disaster Loan Assistance Tools.
• This link contains a tool to check if your business is in a federally-designated "Disaster Area".
• Currently, most Oregon counties are not classified as a Disaster Area, however, this is likely to change very soon.
• Once Oregon, or your specific county, is declared a Disaster Area, you can file an application for emergency loan relief via the same link above.
• The SBA is a federal entity that will provide up to $2MM in low interest, long term loans to your business if you have no other sources of financing available.

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Will my insurance cover loss of revenue or other fallout from the COVID-19 situation?

• Potentially, but based on discussions we've had with our insurance brokers, it's not likely.
• Most insurers exclude virus & other disease outbreaks from covered events for loss of revenue and similar policy coverage.
• We are not insurance agents; check with your broker/agency to learn more about what your policy may or may not cover.

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How do I keep my customers & team as safe as possible during this outbreak?

• Review & uphold guidelines issued by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) by clicking here.
• Below are tips from the Remote.ly team that may help you weather this crisis if your business is negatively affected by COVID-19:
• Get your books & 2019 taxes in order as quickly as possible. Once (or if) SBA disaster loan programs become available to Portland-area companies, you want your financial house to be in order to expedite your loan application.
• Buy gift cards from your favorite local businesses. It's a great way to support them while avoiding in-person use of their products and/or services.

Thank you & stay safe in this unprecedented time.

Oliver & the Remote.ly Team

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