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COVID-19 Video Series from NCPTT
The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT), a part of the National Park Service (NPS), has published a series of videos and a Preservation Practice Brief on COVID-19: COVID-19 Basics: Disinfecting Cultural Resources The first video in the...
Your Congress in Action: Vol. 2
Your Congress in Action is a new series that highlights the Capitol Hill news that affects CRM firms the most. This information is sourced from the Coalition for American Heritage, news articles, and more. Be sure to subscribe to the ACRAsphere to ensure you don't...
PPP v. EIDL – Comparing Loan Programs
We have shared the specifics on the various loan programs created by the coronavirus relief packages, but with their quick implementation, many CRM firms may still have questions. The majority of CRM firms qualify as small businesses, and two programs in particular...
Implementing Precautions for Coronavirus in CRM Work Settings
This post was originally authored by Dan Cassedy. I know everyone is scrambling now to try to maintain their business operations while protecting their employees and complying with government directives. We have all seen various tips and guidelines, but I thought it...
Another FREE Virtual Happy Hour – Members Only!
Join us for another FREE members-only virtual happy hour on Monday, April 13 at 5:00 pm EDT. All employees of ACRA member firms, from field technicians to owners, are welcome to grab a drink of their choice and join ACRA President Nathan Boyless and Executive Director...
How ACRA Can Help You Save Money in the Pandemic
Many CRM firms are classified as essential employees, and thus are still working during the current pandemic. Continuing to operate requires additional health and safety measures, which can come with significantly increased costs. ACRA has a way to help firms owners...
HBI Quarterly Sentiment Survey – Measurements of Pandemic Impact
Heritage Business International, L3C (HBI) has released the results of its U.S. CRM Office Managers’ Sentiment Survey for the first quarter of 2020: Each quarter, the survey asks office managers of companies providing heritage compliance services if their invoices...
ACHP Grants HUD Extension of Emergency Section 106 Procedures for Undertakings
UPDATE: The ACHP has issued a blanket extension through May 29, 2020, for federal agency use of emergency Section 106 procedures regarding undertakings that respond to emergency and disaster declarations on the outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID -19). More on...
Paycheck Protection Program Guidance and Application
The Paycheck Protection Program, established as a part of the CARES Act, provides 8 weeks of cash-flow assistance through 100 percent federally guaranteed loans to small employers who maintain their payroll during this emergency. If the employer maintains payroll, the...
More Relief Resources: CARES Act Toolkit and Labor FAQ
As the situation surrounding COVID-19 continues to evolve, ACRA is committed to supporting its member firms through our programs and information distribution. Please continue to visit the ACRAsphere and ACRA on Facebook and LinkedIn for the latest on the industry and...