05.27.2020 COVID -19 DAILY UPDATE

5/27/2020 NEW TODAY-UPDATED STATE NUMBERS:

Among the many resources on the Reopening Massachusetts website https://www.mass.gov/info-details/reopening-massachusetts  is a section that provides employers and employees information on supplies needed to return to workplaces. The site also includes a sortable list of vendors that can supply the materials needed during all phases of the reopening. https://www.mass.gov/info-details/reopening-purchasing-hygienic-or-protective-supplies-for-the-workplace

REMINDER

5/18/2020-Governor’s Message for Reopening Massachusetts-T

Today, the Baker-Polito Administration released Reopening Massachusetts, the Reopening Advisory Board’s report, which details a four-phased strategy to responsibly reopen businesses and activities while continuing to fight COVID-19. The Administration also released a new “Safer At Home” Advisory, which instructs residents to stay at home unless engaging with newly opened activities, as a way to continue limiting the spread of COVID-19. Starting today, based on current public health data and trends, Massachusetts will begin Phase 1 of a cautious reopening, and workplaces that are permitted to open are required to follow new safety protocols and guidance.

Learn more about the reopening process: www.mass.gov/reopening  

State of Massachusetts Situation in Numbers-as of 4:00PM 5/27/2020

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.

• 93,693 Confirmed Total Cases (click for more information) https://www.mass.gov/doc/covid-19-dashboard-may-20-2020/download
•  6,473 Deaths (see above link for details)
• 545,481 individuals have been tested to date by MA State Public Health Laboratory, hospitals and commercial laboratories up from 489,953

As of 5/20/2020 the Town of Hadley has 40 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-20-2020/download

• Other Helpful Links
  • Mass.Gov/covid19-https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-updates-and-information
  • Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency- (Click Link) https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-emergency-management-agency
  • Complete List of Emergency Orders & Guidance (Click Link) https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-state-of-emergency
  • Unemployment & COVID-19-https://www.mass.gov/resource/information-on-unemployment-and-coronavirus-covid-19
• Emergency Childcare (Click Link)
  https://eeclead.force.com/apex/EEC_ChildCareEmergencyProcedure
• Department of Transitional Assistance- (Click Link)
  https://dtaconnect.eohhs.mass.gov/
• Apply for Jobs at COVID-19 Temporary Care Sites:
  https://www.mass.gov/info-details/apply-for-jobs-at-covid-19-temporary-care-sites
• Governor updated list of Non-Essentials and can be found on WWW.MASS.GOV/COVID19

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

Public Safety (Police, Fire, EMS and Communications)

5/27/2020- 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 27th. Please contact the Hadley Council on Aging or check out their site at https://www.hadleyma.org/council-aging for more info.

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 26F^1/2).  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

Town Administration

NO NEW INFORMATION 5/27/2020- 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/

Reviewed By: David Nixon

PIO: Town Administrator