More companies hitting the wall - intentionally Nov 16, 2009
Top Small business articles. Managing Topics. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Small Business Advocate to speak at Noon Rotary (44) Nov 15, 2009
Small Business Advocate to speak at Noon Rotary By Special to the E-E Saturday, November 14, 2009 8:55 PM CST ... Mocha will speak on the direction of small business in America ... Mocha was recently honored as a strong advocate for small business and named one of four U.S. regional Solveras/national Federation of Independent Business Small Business Champions for 2009. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Council taking another look at sign ordinance Nov 14, 2009
At the same time, council members are sensitive to the desires of small business owners, like Cockrell, to erect signs of their choosing. While Bluntson argued for tougher enforcement of codes, he also questioned some of the codes themselves, such as a prohibition against signs for businesses placed off the business' property. (The Clarion-Ledger)
NEWT EYES 'CONTRACT WITH AMERICA 2'... Nov 14, 2009
and add changing the income tax, no health care bill just fix fraud and waste, and helping small business, etc. etc. (The Drudge Report)
RUBEN NAVARRETTE JR.: Joe Lieberman's lonely stand Nov 13, 2009
Some Republicans are trying to wi 000016FB n Democratic support for more help for small business, different medical malpractice policies and changes in how the health care overhaul would be funded. Sen. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
West Palm Beach's $30 million waterfront makeover Nov 13, 2009
However, West Palm chose to make its waterfront mostly open public space, with possible small business opportunities like a tiki hut with food and beverages ... "Joan Goldberg, the city's waterfront project manager, said West Palm Beach's 4.5 acres of waterfront is similar to the area where Miami built Bayside, a two-story shopping and entertainment complex. However, West Palm chose to make its waterfront mostly open public space, with possible small business opportunities like a tiki hut with... (The Palm Beach Post)
Michelson's Shoes: Lexington Center's right fit for 90 years Nov 13, 2009
Eric Michelson admits that the economy has affected the family s small business like so many others. It s a struggle, he said. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Jefferson County approves tax levy Nov 12, 2009
Among the resolutions approved were ones calling for the approval of the Community Development Block Grant flood-recovery small business loans, a resolution to create a deductible reserve for liability insurance, and another that would authorize a worker's compensation administration contract. Comment Blog - Note: All Comments Subject To Approval. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Health care issue Nov 11, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Topic: Health Care Reform. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Steele: White Republicans are scared of me Nov 10, 2009
Steele responded by talking about issues such as education, small business, jobs and the economy, The rest is in a partial transcript. MARTIN: But your candidates got to talk to them. (TheHill.com)
Business briefs Nov 10, 2009
BENTON HARBOR - Cornerstone Alliance Small Business Services has $75,000 to help low- and very low-income entrepreneurs with training and technical assistance to start, operate and expand their businesses. The money comes from the U.S. Small Business Administration under the Program for Investment in Microentrepreneurs Act, or PRIME. ... For more information, call Small Business Services at 925-6100 or toll-free at 866-477-9922. (The Herald-Palladium)
St. Anthony mayoral candidates answer questions Nov 10, 2009
THUESON: I believe the city's biggest problem is the same problem all small business owners have at this time: a slow economy and short of money. The only way to resolve this kind of situation is to watch spending and stretch the dollars as far as yocan. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Health-care reformreaches home stretch Nov 10, 2009
For self-employed workers, early retirees, and those who work for (or own) a small business, the legislation offers major savings. They will be able to buy coverage on the Insurance Exchange, where they would suddenly become part of a group -- which makes their premiums much lower. (NJ.com -- Times)
R&D credit sunset would be dark day for S.A. Nov 9, 2009
Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, is chairwoman of the House Committee on Small Business. Like Rodriguez, she was concerned at press time that the R&D program and a number of other tax credits and Recovery Act provisions were vulnerable. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Pelosi Bill: 45% Top Tax Rates Coming Nov 9, 2009
If the House healthcare bill becomes law, small businesses and the wealthiest, most productive Americans can expect to pay massive new taxes ... Small businesses will also suffer ... 5 billion over 10 years, with almost a third of that amount coming from small business. (Newsmax)
Analysis: 10 Percent Jobless Is Obama's New World Nov 8, 2009
Additional tax cuts for businesses and steps to increase credit for small businesses were also on the bill ... Carolyn Maloney, who heads Congress's Joint Economic committee, said Democrats would consider new aid to states, an "infrastructure bank" to increase construction jobs and small business tax credits. (CBS News)
Opinion: Govt. Wisens Up on Sarbanes-Oxley Nov 7, 2009
Apparently, in what may be the first actual support of small business creation in America in its year in office, the amendment was also backed by the White House, in particular chief of staff. It seems that the has finally begun to realize that you can't create jobs at the same time that you are strangling the job creators. (ABC News -- Business)
Read the story Nov 7, 2009
clearly has not worked - particularly in a time of double-digit unemployment," said Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. One sign of how hard it still is to find a job: The number of Americans who have been out of work for six months or longer rose to 5.6 million, a record. They account for 35.6 percent of the unemployed population, matching a record set last month. Congress sought to address the impact of long-term unemployment this week by approving legislation extending... (CBS News -- Evening News)
It's enough to make you weep Nov 7, 2009
On face value, yesterday's announcement by Small Business Minister Craig Emerson is a step forward ... The panel will report on these by the end of January, after talking to franchising and retail tenancy representatives, small business organisations, the ACCC and "other interested parties" ... Top Small business articles. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Jefferson County to approve 2010 budget Nov 7, 2009
Among these are resolutions calling for the approval of the Community Development Block Grant flood-recovery small business loans, and a resolution that would create a deductible reserve for liability insurance, along with another that would authorize a worker's compensation administration contract. The meeting is scheduled to begin in the county board room at 7 p.m.. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Watchdogs: 'Shell' Schemes Are on the Rise Nov 6, 2009
Small Business November 5, 2009, 11:40PM EST. Watchdogs: 'Shell' Schemes Are on the Rise. (BusinessWeek)
Wary of proposed changes to D.C.'s procurement process Nov 6, 2009
Joanne S. Lawton Robyn Holden of the National Minority Business Coalition says taking contracts from small businesses ;is like injecting osteoporosis in the backbone of our businesses and our city ... Despite the misleading name it s neither national nor made up solely of minority-owned businesses the coalition represents local small business owners who believe D.C. sends too much of its business to nonlocal companies ... This is about local small businesses being cut out of working with the... (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Seedco Financial's city contract to end Nov 6, 2009
Tamela Lee director of the OED s Small Business Opportunity Division was to have assumed leadership of Seedco Denver in early January. She was to have succeeded Peter Chapman, a former aide to Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper who left Seedco in July to become deputy chief administrative officer for economic and community development for the city of Richmond, Va. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Newdale, Teton and Sugar City candidates answer Q Nov 6, 2009
Our roots are deep here, in farming and small business. I would like to keep the small town feeling, everyone helping and caring about those who live here. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
'Pittsburgh tea party' takes view to D.C. Nov 6, 2009
He voted against the bill in the Education and Labor Committee, but said some of his initial concerns have been addressed in Speaker Nancy Pelosi's latest draft: The Congressional Budget Office has said the bill doesn't add to the deficit -- a projection disputed by the tea partiers -- and the penalties for small businesses that don't offer their employees health care will affect businesses with payrolls of $500,000 or more, rather than $250,000 ... "If you stand up, people will follow you,"... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mickey Mouses Makeover Nov 5, 2009
The paper says, Armed with the new research, center officials and other women business leaders are approaching the Obama administration, the Small Business Administration and House and Senate small-business committee members to ask for more resources and new programs to support women-owned businesses. . (Slate)
GOP organizes 12-hour online town hall for Thursday Nov 5, 2009
5:00 PM EST Small Business. 6:00 PM EST Patients/Doctors. (TheHill.com)
Calley, Fabiano nab 4-year terms in Portland Nov 5, 2009
Steve Fabiano, a small business owner, finished out the night with 339 votes. He also will be serving a four-year term. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
U.S. Congressman Gresham Barrett (Rep) Nov 4, 2009
A few years later, Barrett bought the family furniture store from his father and became a successful small business owner. Gresham took his real world experience and put it to work for the people of South Carolina. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Senate health-care bill would cover prayer-based treatments Nov 4, 2009
Zoraida Reyes, 46, is a small business owner who was forced to cut health insurance, including her own. I work six days a week, and I cant afford insurance, she says. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Senate committee to investigate insurer pricing Nov 4, 2009
The Senate health care committee chairman said Tuesday the panel is investigating how health insurers price the coverage they sell to small businesses, which have struggled for years with soaring premiums ... The Senate health care committee chairman said Tuesday the panel is investigating how health insurers price the coverage they sell to small businesses, which have struggled for years with soaring premiums ... He sent letters to six insurers requesting details about their plans for small... (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Denver auditor blasts performance of Seedco Financial Services Nov 4, 2009
Seedco Financial Services, a New York-based nonprofit organization, was hired to make loans and provide expertise to small businesses, nonprofits and commercial projects in low-income areas of Denver ... Lee currently is director of the Small Business Opportunity Division for Denver s Office of Economic Development. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
D.C. Council clamps down on small business Nov 4, 2009
D.C. Council votes to tighten rules on small business program - Washington Business Journal ... Policy Tracker: policies affecting small business ... D.C. Council votes to tighten rules on small business program. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Corey Shea Act gets House approval Nov 4, 2009
The bill that passed Tuesday, the Veterans Small Business Assistance and Servicemembers Protection Act (H.R. 3949), amends Title 38, Section 2402 of the United States Code, and the Servicemember Civil Relief Act ... To read the full Veterans Small Business Assistance and Servicemembers Protection Act (H.R. 3949) and the language of the Corey Shea Act in its entirety. (Easton Journal, MA)
Senator Demands Cigna Clarify Premiums, Claims Nov 3, 2009
" "Instead of disclosing medical loss ratios (MLR) to help consumers and small business owners make informed health care choices, health insurance companies have hidden them behind a wall of corporate secrecy," the letter said. According to the Senate analysis, the six largest public insurance companies' average ratio in 2009 was 74 percent for individuals; 80 percent for small companies with fewer than 50 employees, and 84 percent for large businesses. America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP),... (ABC News -- Business)
Health-Care Public Option Skeptics Find Support in CBO Premiums Estimates Nov 3, 2009
The Congressional Budget Office says a version of the so- called public option backed by House Democrats would charge somewhat higher premiums than the average private insurance policy offered on a government-sponsored exchange to be set up to sell coverage to small businesses and individuals ... The public option would be included on the new online exchanges intended to extend insurance to individuals and small business owners. (Bloomberg -- US)
2009 Salute To Small Business Winners Nov 3, 2009
In the Monterey region, small businesses make a big impact, accounting for more than 9,000 of the countys total businesses ... Small businesses, however, rarely get recognition for the hard work they do to make our region a better place to live and work ... The Salute to Small BusinessSM awards program recognizes the important contributions these businesses make to Monterey and its surrounding communities, as well as the economic growth of the region and the state. (KSBW 8, CA)
Sensible outcome likely in labour broking debate Nov 3, 2009
One small business that outsources its human resource function plans to expand but it is holding back on employing 50 more people until there is greater clarity on labour broking. The ability to employ people temporarily means companies can scale up or down depending on demand, which is an incentive to use labour intensive practices in their businesses. (Business Report, South Africa)
Rexburg, St. A, Ashton, Parker IP candidates Nov 3, 2009
I have also worked closely with small businesses dealing with legislation in state capitols and in Washington, D. C. ... BLANCHARD: Small business owner. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
WWE's Linda McMahon Seeks GOP Nod For Sen. Chris Dodd's Seat Nov 3, 2009
"I have spent the past 30 years growing what began as a 13-employee small business into a publicly traded, global entertainment company that now provides over 500 jobs here in Connecticut,'' McMahon said in a statement Tuesday. "I understand what it takes to balance a budget, create jobs and grow the economy. Washington is out of control, and sadly, Sen. (FOX61, CT)
Health care plan hits rich with big tax increases Nov 2, 2009
As incomes rise over time because of inflation, more families -- and more small business owners -- would be hit by the tax. "Twenty years from now, we're going to see more and more small businesses ensnared into paying higher taxes," said Rep. (Albany Times Union)
CIT Group Files for Bankruptcy Protection Nov 2, 2009
Small Business Loan Giant Has Struggled for Months to Stay Afloat; 5th Biggest Bankruptcy Filing in History ... (AP) After struggling for months to avert bankruptcy, lender CIT Group has filed for bankruptcy protection in an attempt to restructure its debt while trying to keep badly needed loans flowing to thousands of mid-sized and small businesses ... "The decision to proceed with our plan of reorganization will allow CIT to continue to provide funding to our small business and middle market... (CBS News)
Maine health insurance legal battle Nov 1, 2009
The majority of people who are covered are self-employed individuals or small business owners who don't fit into group coverage rates. The Maine Bureau of Insurance estimates the average individual policy holders pays $6,000 in premiums while also paying an average of $7,520 in deductible payments. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Wilson attacks Democrats' health plan Nov 1, 2009
Congressman Joe Wilson says small businesses, senior citizens and rural communities will all be harmed under the House Democrats newly unveiled Affordable Health Care for America Act ... While House Democrats said their plan will extend health care coverage to tens of millions, Wilson called it an attack on small business that the National Federation of Independent Business says could cost 1. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Delay In Naming Bid Winners Nov 1, 2009
It was a busy week for oversight, with the House Small Business Committee also hearing from Strickling and Adelstein on the status of the program, as well as American Cable Association past chairman James Gleason. Gleason, whose NewWave Communications has filed for $10. (Multichannel News)
Marlborough Ward 7 City Councilor candidates Nov 1, 2009
Landers started small business DR Landers Landscaping and Design after he retired from the school department in 2001. He worked for Marlborough Public Schools for 30 years, including 13 years as assistant superintendent for finance. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Fed rules may affect Native contracting Oct 31, 2009
The agency, the federal Small Business Administration, on Wednesday published a 31-page proposed rule comprising many changes to its contracting program for minority-owned, disadvantaged businesses, including Alaska Native firms. Among the changes that could resonate in Alaska. (Juneau Empire)
Portland firm chosen for mall upgrade Oct 31, 2009
Other Colorado team members include Meeting the Challenge Inc., a small business and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) consulting firm, and Rocky Mountain ADA Center of Colorado Springs. Waterline Studios Inc. in Fort Collins will design water features for the mall. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Candidates discuss budgets, home assessments at forum Oct 31, 2009
Leader, a longtime member of the community, said that her budgeting experience has come in the form of running a small business, where she has always paid the bills, and doesn t do foolish spending. One of the biggest money saving techniques that has been discussed among local towns and villages lately has been the consolidation of services, and one resident raised the question of whether this might be possible with the town and the villages within it, with specific emphasis on the court... (Hudson Register Star, NY)
St. Anthony mayoral candidates answer questions Oct 30, 2009
THUESON: I believe the city's biggest problem is the same problem all small business owners have at this time: a slow economy and short of money. The only way to resolve this kind of situation is to watch spending and stretch the dollars as far as yocan. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Geithner: Recession Still 'Acute' For Some Oct 30, 2009
"Unemployment remains unacceptably high. For every person out of work, for every family facing foreclosure, for every small business facing a credit crunch, the recession remains alive and acute. Growth will bring jobs, but we need to continue working together to strengthen the recovery.". For much of his testimony, Geithner today defended a draft proposal unveiled earlier this week by the panel and the administration to prevent future crises -- in particular, to solve the problem of ""... (ABC News -- Business)
Ethics panel to investigate Calif. Dems Oct 30, 2009
Graves was under scrutiny for inviting a witness with business links to his wife to testify before the House Small Business Committee. The ethic panel found no evidence of wrongdoing and dismissed the case. (CNN)
Geithner: U.S. recession remains "alive and acute" Oct 30, 2009
"Unemployment remains unacceptably high for every person out of work. For every family facing foreclosure, for every small business facing a credit crunch, the recession remains alive and acute," Geithner said in testimony before the U.S. House Financial Services Committee. The Commerce Department reported Thursday that its first estimate of gross domestic product (GDP) in the third quarter showed growth at a seasonally adjusted 3. (Xinhuanet, China)
Ethics Won’t Pursue Graves Investigation Oct 30, 2009
innocent of violating the chamber s rules earlier this year when he invited a friend his wife s business partner to testify before the Small Business Committee. LOG IN NOT A SUBSCRIBER. (Roll Call)
Readers dont believe the recession is over Oct 30, 2009
In remarks Thursday to a small business group, he said the economy "has come a long way" since early this year, but added "we have a long way to go to fully restore our economy.". In my view, the economy has not picked up, said Zoltan Rab, a research analyst in Greensboro, N.C., who lost his job in May 2008 and was out of work until December. (MSNBC -- Business)
HIV, Afghanistan, and Pakistan on Obama's agenda Oct 30, 2009
President to boost small business, NJ Gov. Corzine ... The White House says the president will announce a package of initiatives designed to increase lending to small businesses, including a request that Congress increase caps for existing Small Business Administration loans. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
CPA match hits record low Oct 30, 2009
Last month, CPA supporters from across the state testified in front of the Joint Committee on Development and Small Business in favor of Senate Bill 90, which would, among other things, raise the minimum trust fund match rate to 75 percent. Under the current CPA legislation, the state match can be as low as 5 percent. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Moulton announces run for state Senate Oct 30, 2009
Moulton has served as chairman of the Assembly Small Business Committee and vice-chair of both the Health and Health Care Reform Committee and Natural Resources Committee. He owns and operates Mouldy s Archery and Tackle in the village of Lake Hallie. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Eight race for three Belding council seats Oct 30, 2009
With a small business and real estate background, I felt that I could offer a lot to the city, said Belding. The main focus that Belding would concentrate on is the business development in the downtown area. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Downtown hotel workers authorize strike Oct 30, 2009
There's loads of small business advice and information floating around out there. Crain's does the. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Brevard candidates share views Oct 30, 2009
Encourage small business investment to facilitate the approval process and to work with small businesses and residents to promote more family friendly events in the city like the air show, art shows, farmers market, music concerts like Friday Fest in downtown Melbourne and Cocoa Village, while maintaining our small town character ... Being a results-oriented and proactive person, I have already started meeting with residents, small business owners, city and elected officials to come up with... (Florida Today)
Economy grows in Q3, unofficially ends recession... Oct 30, 2009
"For every person out of work, for every family facing foreclosure, for every small business facing a credit crunch, the recession remains alive and acute," Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner told the Senate's Finance Committee. Officials from the Federal Reserve -- the U.S. central bank -- meet next Tuesday and Wednesday and will sift through the economic tea leaves to try to determine whether a sustainable recovery is building. (The Drudge Report)
Southwest Montana Snapshot Oct 29, 2009
John Burton wrote on Oct 27, 2009 6:44 PM:" Simplistic? Hardly, Ed. Hardly. This president and your party are attempting to take over the health care industry. My saying it doesn't make it so, Ed; their actions do.When the government advocates mandating that every single person in the U.S. will be required to purchase health care or risk being fined, then that is the proverbial proof in the pudding of the government's takeover of the system.You clearly don't own or operate a small business, Ed.... (Montana Standard, MT)
Life-long resident picked to fill GR Council seat (208) Oct 29, 2009
Tax man wrote on Oct 26, 2009 2:38 PM:" Hey citizen,I serve on three local boards and have been active in the community for years and I own my own small business. You don't have to just agree with everything the council does. I talk to my council man all the time and tell him what I think. I agree with alot of what they do but alot of it I don't and I tell him and the rest of the council that. The problem is only a couple of them even respond to you but that's ok I give them my opinion anyway.... (Green River Star, WY)
Newdale, Teton and Sugar City candidates answer Q Oct 29, 2009
Our roots are deep here, in farming and small business. I would like to keep the small town feeling, everyone helping and caring about those who live here. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
