05.15.2020 COVID - 19 DAILY UPDATE
Daily Situation Report-COVID-19-2020- Friday May 15, 2020 Be Advised: New Information will be at the top of each section with current date. Some info will be removed and can be found in previous reports on the Town Website. |
5/15/2020-Don’t forget to get out and vote in the Annual Hadley Town Election this Saturday May 16th from 10am-8pm at Hopkins Academy.
5/14/2020-Information from the Amherst Chamber of Commerce for Small Business. See Town Administration Section
Governor’s 4 Phase Approach to Re-opening the Commonwealth(Click Links) News Release-https://www.mass.gov/info-details/reopening-four-phase-approach
Governor’s Video Press Release - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNIKD9DccVU
State of Massachusetts Situation in Numbers-as of 4:00PM 5/15/2020 In an effort to keep you informed on the status of the COVID-19 impact we are providing you with the Situation in Numbers which we receive daily from the State. Be advised that the statistics are based upon the date noted, not real time. Please click on the link for additional information. This site was updated this weekend and has a detailed breakdown of COVID 19 cases.
As of 5/13/2020 the Town of Hadley has 36 Reported Cases of COVID 19. Please click link for this week’s updated list by community https://www.mass.gov/doc/confirmed-covid-19-cases-in-ma-by-citytown-january-1-2020-may-13-2020-0/download
REMINDER 5/6/2020 GOVERNOR’S ORDER IN EFFECT The Baker-Polito Administration has ordered all residents over the age of two to use a face covering or mask in public places where maintaining proper social distancing measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are not possible. This statewide order went into effect, yesterday, May 6th and supersedes previously issued guidance relative to mask use. This order applies to all workers and customers of businesses and other organizations that are currently open to the public and permitted to operate as COVID-19 Essential Businesses, such as grocery stores, pharmacies, and other retail stores. Residents are also required to wear a mask or face covering at all times when using any means of transportation service or public mass transit.
Read the Order by clicking below https://www.mass.gov/doc/may-1-2020-masks-and-face-coverings/download
A face covering may include anything that covers the nose and mouth, including a mask, scarf, or bandana. Health care masks (such as surgical or N-95 masks) should not be used and should be preserved for health care workers and first responders. Cloth masks should not be worn by young children under the age of two, persons with difficulty breathing, or those who are unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance. Instructions on how to make a cloth mask are available from the CDC https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html
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TOWN CLERK- VOTER INFORMATION 4/21/2020 All Town residents, but especially seniors are being encouraged to vote from the safety of your home this election. Applications/requests for ballots should be sent to the Town Clerk, Town of Hadley, 100 Middle Street, Hadley, MA 01035. The Last day to register to vote for May 16, 2020 Annual Town Election is Wednesday, May 6, 2020. You can find additional info on how to register to vote at: (Click Link) https://www.hadleyma.org/town-clerk/pages/voting-elections For your information. The difference between early voting and absentee voting: Early Voting by Mail; applies to only one election, in this case it would be the annual Town election, scheduled for May 16, 2020. Ballots can only be requested by voter. All voters are eligible to participate in Early Voting. You must return signed original to the Town Clerks Office. (Click Link).
Absentee Voting: ballot applications can be used for up to one calendar year, and a ballot will be sent for each election: i.e. Annual Town Election, September primary (if you have not registered for a party, you need to choose a party), and the Presidential Election. You can exclude primaries if you wish. Ballots can also be requested by family member for you. *Covid 19 is an acceptable reason to request an absentee ballot. You must return signed original to the Town Clerks Office. (Click Link).
https://www.hadleyma.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif651/f/uploads/english-absentee-ballot-application.pdf There is, however, no absentee/early voting for Annual Town Meeting. If you are not able to print out the applications, you may send any written form of correspondence with your signature requesting an absentee ballot. These requests should be emailed to clerk@hadleyma.org, or mailed to: Hadley Town Clerk, 100 Middle Street or placed in the silver Mail drop box in side entry of Town Hall.
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Emergency Management:
5/15/2020- NO Updated Information from Emergency Management-
COVID-19 Public Resources Map The COVID-10 Public Resources Map shows the location of resources available to the public during COVID-19 pandemic, such as food banks, houses of worship and Project Bread site locations. Please note the map is not inclusive of all resources and is only as accurate as the information that has been provided to MEMA. To access the map, click here. https://memamaps.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=5867d881a9324121839605c56a3d7cc9
Stay Informed
Give Blood: The COVID-19 virus has caused the cancellation of blood drives across the Commonwealth. There is an urgent need now. The Governor has deemed “Blood and plasma donors and the employees of the organizations that operate and manage related activities” as an essential service. Your support is needed to communicate to your residents that the need is urgent, and donating is a necessity to supply the hospitals with the blood our neighbors require. Donating blood is safe and people should not hesitate to give. In addition, there is a need for community blood drive sites in the eastern part of the state. Identifying donation sites is vital to meet the demand as we go forward. Your local knowledge, suggestions of sites, and potential partners are crucial to meeting the needs of our neighbors who need blood and blood products. To schedule a new blood drive contact Bill Forsyth at (617) 699-3808 or at email William.Forsyth@redcross.org. Those who are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, are urged to make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1- 800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). |
5/15/2020- No New Info from Public Safety
REMINDER-Be advised that the Hadley Fire Department will again be coordinating with Hadley Council on Aging to provide a food pick-up and delivery program for our local Seniors in place of the Wednesday shopping trips. The program started April 1, 2020 for residents 60 years and older and will be every Wednesday until further notice. Fire Department members and volunteers will be shopping and delivering again this coming Wednesday May 13th. Please contact the Hadley Council on Aging or check out their site at https://www.hadleyma.org/council-aging for more info.
Reminder: Hadley Police, Fire and EMS are requesting that if any Hadley Residents or Businesses have N95 Masks, Gloves or Tyvek suits that they are willing to donate for use by your local first responders and EMS providers we would greatly appreciate your help. With the current shortage nation-wide we are trying to supplement our stock in the event we do not receive the stock of supplies in time. We are currently collecting the items at the public safety complex at 15 East Street. A box is set up in front of the fire station and will be available between 9am and 5pm for drop offs only in an effort to maintain social distancing. If you would like to provide contact info with your donation so that we can recognize you for your support that would be great but not required. We thank all of you for your support during this challenging time! If you have questions feel free to email the Fire Chief at spanknebelm@hadleyma.org or Deputy Chief at briante@hadleyma.org.
The Fire Prevention Office will be scheduling and conducting all inspections of properties for any permit under MGL Chapter 148 section 10A as well as final Certificate of Occupancy and inspections for sale or transfer of homes (26F and 26F1/2). Please contact the office at 413-584-0874 ext. 104 to make an appointment or email Chief Spanknebel at spanknebelm@hadleyma.org if you have questions or concerns.
Reminder: The Fire and Police Chiefs request that if you are experiencing flu symptoms that requires you to call 911 for assistance or if you have another type of emergency, i.e. Smoke or Carbon Monoxide alarm, we are asking that you notify the 911 dispatcher of your symptoms in an effort that we can prepare our EMS and First Responders prior to coming in contact with you or family members |
Public Health/Local Board of Health
5/15/2020-NO New Information Today from Board of Health Answering the Phone to Help the MA COVID Team Trace & Slow the Spread of COVID-19 We need your help. Please help slow the spread of COVID-19 by spreading the word about Community Contact Tracing Collaborative. Let residents, colleagues, constituents know to Answer the Call, if they are contacted by someone from the Collaborative. If someone tests positive for COVID-19, the Collaborative’s Contact Tracers will reach out by phone to that person, and their close contacts, to slow the spread of the virus. Contact Tracers will make sure residents are getting the medical attention and support they need during isolation and quarantine. https://www.mass.gov/info-details/learn-about-the-community-tracing-collaborative
4/7/2020-ADDED PHONE LINE Due to this identified delay in results- If you are staying at home due to pending test results, are self-isolating due to active symptoms, or have other COVID-19 information please call directly to the Board of Health COVID cell 413-727-6067 or 413-727-6237. This will support the timely follow-up necessary to maintain safety and continued monitoring within our community.
Mental Health Help -
The Hadley Board of Health (BOH) continues to work tirelessly and around the clock to assure that our community has the most recent and accurate information and resources to provide our public health. The health needs of our community need to be met at this time more than ever. |
Town Administration
NO NEW INFORMATION 5/15/2020- from Town Administration
The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce is looking to help out our local business. One of the many ways we have pivoted to adapt to COVID-19 is extending the offer of membership.
"All in this Together" Membership Drive
Our small businesses are the cornerstone of our society, providing personal prosperity, enhancing quality of life, and creating a sense of community. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Chamber membership is more important than ever. As a facilitator, advocate, and solution-finder the Chamber is working to ensure the success of all our small businesses. We are here for you in your time of need.
Our goal is not only to make sure that small businesses in Amherst, Belchertown, Hadley, Leverett, Pelham, Shutesbury, and Sunderland not only survive this dual public health and economic crisis but thrive thereafter. We are stronger when we come together and support one another, therefore, we invite you to join the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce family. Together we can create a more resilient and sustainable economy.
For that reason, we are extending a free three-month limited membership June 1 - September 1, 2020 to any business, shop, store, or non-profit in the Amherst area. Will you join us?
Please go to https://www.amherstarea.com/covid-19 for more information!
REMINDER FROM THE TOWN ADMINISTRATOR-5/5/2020 Please see Town Administration Section below on the EVICTION AND FORECLOSURE MORATORIUM (Click here H 4647). which was put into effect 4/20/2020 Please go to Western Massachusetts Network to End Homelessness for more info (click link) https://www.westernmasshousingfirst.org/advocacy/2020/eviction-foreclosure-moratorium-signed-into-law/ |
Hadley Public Schools
5/15/2020 – NO New Information from Hadley Public Schools
Celebrating Our Graduates Our celebrations for our seniors may not be typical but they will be special
As much as I want to lead with a peppy and upbeat message about how our new normal poses an exciting challenge that requires us to “think outside the box” and “flex our creative muscles” that is not how I feel. So let me lead with the truth - I am disappointed. I look forward to graduation all year. I look forward to wearing the same blue dress (yes, go check the photos for the past five years I wear the same graduation dress every year -it only comes out of my closet for graduation). I look forward to feeling the tears of pride well up as our seniors march to Pomp and Circumstance and shaking each senior’s hand as I give them their diplomas. I know others are disappointed also. I have been trying desperately to solve that disappointment by trying to come up with ways to impose the same well-loved and traditional celebrations into current conditions.
t doesn’t work. I cannot solve disappointment. I can share it with others. I can empathize with others; but, ultimately I have to accept that the world does not always conform to my expectations. Instead, I can think about the purpose and meaning of our traditions rather than the form they have typically taken. Our traditions represent opportunities to celebrate our seniors - their achievements, their contributions, and who they are. This has not changed. We will celebrate our seniors. Families can expect an update from Principal Beck this weekend regarding the “senior parade.” Seniors can expect to be surprised in numerous ways by peers and teachers. We have so much to celebrate about this senior class. They are wonderful, wise, generous, hard-working, and kind. They have had to demonstrate more resiliency, flexibility, and maturity than classes before them. It takes tremendous maturity to accept conditions beyond our control that frustrate and disappoint us. It takes wisdom to move beyond our frustration, find meaning in adversity, and focus on the many things for which we can be grateful despite difficult circumstances. The Class of 2020 is mature and wise. We will celebrate them and their accomplishments. Our celebrations will be different - drastically different this year - but no less meaningful.
Related Information: The class of 2021 has decided to cancel, not postpone prom on 5/23.
On Saturday, May 16th at 8 pm EST, all major networks and several online platforms will host a special program, Graduate Together: America Honors the Class of 2020
5/11/2020-Please click link to Superintendent Weekly Newsletter https://www.hadleyschools.org/sites/hadleymaps/files/news/superintendent_message_05-08-20.pdf
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The Family First Coronavirus Act has made it possible for Hadley Schools to offer free meals to any family that needs it. Information is available at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GMnkdLpKlczlZkd2hLuByJKrRS2QAdGtI8-zZP6Zoqs/edit?usp=sharing |
Prepared By: Chief Michael Spanknebel | ICS Position: Emergency Management Dir./Fire Chief |
Reviewed By: David Nixon | PIO: Town Administrator |
Approved By: David Nixon |
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