We will soon be entering the last quarter of the year. It’s the perfect time to review where you are in attaining your business goals and whether those goals will move with you into the new year. It’s a time for adjustments. That’s why we’ve pulled together a few business resources that you may not have known about.
PAGA Wage and Hour Compliance Toolkit
CalChamber offers a PAGA Wage and Hour Compliance Toolkit for immediate download, containing businesses critical support to comply with the latest Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) reform measures.
The toolkit features 16 wage and hour policies in English and Spanish:
- Wage and Hour Training
- Final Pay
- On Call/Standby
- Split Shift
- Pay Differentials
- Reporting Time Pay
- Makeup Time
- Meal and Rest Periods
- Overtime for Nonexempt Employees
- Pay for Mandatory Meetings/Training
- Timekeeping and Off-the-Clock Work
- Lactation Accommodation
- Expense Reimbursement
- Payment of Wages
- Sick Leave
- Personnel and Payroll Records
As well as forms and posters. The toolkit is $300.
Disaster Preparation
September is National Preparedness Month. The annual campaign reminds us that preparing for emergencies and disasters can keep you, your family, and our community safe. This year’s theme is “Starting a Conversation.” Download your preparedness kit.
Additionally, here in Alameda we have a community CERT program. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program provides training to Alameda residents and employees of Alameda businesses to help increase self-sufficiency in the event of a disaster. Participants learn skills that will enable them to provide emergency assistance to their families and neighbors. The program provides self-paced online training for interested people. Learn more here.
Business Advising
If you have a specific question regarding your business, check out the resources with the East Bay Small Business Development Center (SBDC). This tax-payer funded organization provides free one-on-one advising that is 100% confidential. It also can help with funding information, planning, marketing, and management resources.
Economic Planning
Finally, if you’re wondering what’s coming down the economic pike, there’s no better event to attend than our Alameda Economic Forecast on September 26th. This signature event features two of the top financial people in the state of California – Treasurer Fiona Ma and Controller Malia Cohen as well as a panel of business leaders across various sectors. Plus, every ticket receives an entry to our inaugural business expo. You don’t want to miss it. Get your tickets today.
