By Robert McGarry, Haddam First Selectman.
March 16th COVID-19 Update
Today, March 16, 2020 I issued an emergency declaration for Haddam. COVID-19 is real, it deserves your attention but there is no need for overreaction or panic. We will get through this. As the situation evolves rapidly, I’m making every effort to keep you aware of our actions to keep Haddam safe. There will undoubtedly be more changes to events and town government, please stay informed by signing up for news and alerts under the quick links on our website www.haddam.org.
- As of Tuesday, March 17th, town offices will be open by appointment only during normal hours. Call 860-345-8531 for an appointment. Click here for a list of extensions. **PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE**
- Rental of town buildings is suspended until the states of emergency are lifted. If you have scheduled a rental between now and April 30th, we’ll contact you to arrange return of your deposit.
- As of Wednesday, March 18, 2020 the Senior Center will be closed. Box lunches will be available for those who need them. Call 860-345-4621 or 860-345-2480 for more details.
- RSD17 Schools are closed until further notice. Updates, including a food service plan for any student under the age of 18, can be found on the District website, http://www.rsd17.org
Governor Lamont announced further restrictions that apply to restaurants, bars, gyms and other businesses which go into effect at 8:00 tonight. Go to https://portal.ct.gov/Office-of-the-Governor/News/Press-Releases/2020/03-2020/Northeast-Governors-From-Connecticut-New-York-New-Jersey-Announce-Collective-Measures for more details.
As a community, we need to come together and help each other. We’ve done that before and I know we can do it now.
- Follow practices which limit the spread of the virus. Personal hygiene and social distancing are of utmost importance. They keep all of us safe.
- Check on your neighbors, particularly the elderly. If you’re going to the store offer to get things for them.
Stay informed – call 211, go to www.ct.gov/coronavirus or www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html. Be vigilant and stay healthy.
