2012 Economic Census

From Minnesota Business, January 2013

Another Looming Deadline

February 12 can't match the dread factor of April 15, but it's still a daunting date for the unprepared. That's the deadline for turning in the 2012 Economic Census form that might be lurking among your to-do items. Hey, at least it's only once every five years. Pinched for time? Take advantage of the 30 day extension. More details at census.gov.econ. 
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Here is a link to the Census Bureau's Frequently Asked Questions: http://www.census.gov/econ/census/faqs.html.
 
The Jackson Economiic Development Office staff would be glad to help you in any way. It is very important that you complete the form and submit it and we want to help. We WILL respect your need for confidentiality!

 

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

To all of our business partners in the Jackson community: May this special season bring you hope and prosperity in the coming years.

 

 

From the Jackson Economic Development Volunteers and Staff

 



Disaster Preparedness

We often find out after our place of business has been struck by a disaster that we should have done a better job of planning before hand. Here are some suggestions to disasterproof your business:

• Keep a stock of emergency supplies in a central location, or multiple locations in your business, if needed. Supplies should minimally include a first aid kit, a portable radio, flashlights with batteries, blankets and extra food and water. It is also a good idea to keep a weather alert radio handy so you will know when there is an emergency.
• Be sure to regularly back-up your data and store it off site. Do this for all digital and paper files. They should be kept away from your location.
• Post escape routes. How will your employees exit the building if an emergency arises? Maps should be posted in various areas of your business showing how to exit the building. Hold practice drills regularly and designate a meeting spot outside of the danger area.
• Assemble vital information for a business-continuity plan. Be sure to have everything needed for the busiiness to keep running, from client information to current orders.
• Be sure to have current personal contact information for each employee. This may be the only way you can contact your staff in the event of a disaster.

The Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) has created a guide for businesses doing disaster planning. It may be accessed at: http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=1689.