Dutchess Website: At www.dutchessny.gov, the county posts
COVID-19 counts by community. Beacon has 44 positive tests of
COVID-19 out of a county total of 550.
Water Bills: Pay your bill by
mail, drop box in front of City Hall, M&T Bank’s drive-up window, or
the city’s website. For everyone’s safety, please pay your bill
remotely by one of these methods.
Census: Don’t forget the
census.
George:
Unemployment Insurance: The state’s
unemployment office is inundated – keep trying. All benefits will be paid
retroactively from the last day of employment.
Small Business Help: The most
comprehensive and intelligible resource to help you navigate applying for
relief is at www.dutchessbnn.com.
Sign up for daily emails; they have more and clearer information each day.
The Federal CARES Act has small business funding – including immediate
emergency loans up to $10,000, which are forgivable if used for payroll or
other specific expenses. Applications are through local lending
institutions – there’s a list on dutchessbnn.com, and more details at benefits.gov.
Dutchess
County Department of Behavioral & Community Health (DBCH) has confirmed
four additional Dutchess County resident deaths relating to COVID-19 as
reported by local hospitals and the Dutchess County Medical Examiners Office.
All patients had underlying conditions that were risk factors, none were under
DBCH monitoring.
Age and
gender of the deceased are as follows:
83-year-old
female
79-year-old
male
82-year-old
male
28-year-old
male
County
Executive Marc Molinaro said, “Today brings more heartbreaking loss for
Dutchess County and we extend our prayers and condolences to the families and
friends of these four neighbors. We have a long battle ahead of us and we must
all do our part to end this pandemic. Dutchess County Government, healthcare
professionals, first responders and other essential workers are fighting on the
front-line to support those who need health during this crisis. We need the
support of every citizen to keep doing their part – stay home; stay healthy;
stop the spread.”
Behavioral
and Community Health Commissioner Dr. Anil Vaidian said, “Testing is more
widely available in our community. If you believe you have symptoms, especially
if you have other health risk factors, please contact your primary-care
physician to be tested and ensure follow-up monitoring. Just as importantly,
for all those who are healthy – stay home to stay healthy and keep others
healthy. It is possible to have COVID-19 and not be experiencing symptoms,
which is why staying home is critical – so you don’t pass it along to someone
with a weaker immune system. Stay home and save lives.”
There are
now more than 590 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Dutchess County. There have
been a total of 9 deaths to date as well as nearly 40 people confirmed as
recovered (individuals who have resolved symptoms and are no longer being
monitored by DBCH).
Click the video above to watch today’s update from County Executive Molinaro about our #DutchessResponds efforts to secure and distribute food, PPE, and sanitizing supplies.
In Dutchess County as of April 1, 2020 there have been
Fifth COVID-19 Related Death Confirmed in Dutchess
The Dutchess County Department of Behavioral & Community Health (DBCH) has confirmed the death of a fifth Dutchess County resident relating to COVID-19. DBCH confirmed a 68-year-old female died at home today, April 1, 2020. The patient, who had a history of underlying conditions, presented at Vassar Brothers Medical Center’s Emergency Room late last week after not feeling well. She returned home and was later informed of a positive COVID-19 test result drawn during her hospital visit. The individual had not yet been transferred to DBCH monitoring. Further specific information cannot be provided for privacy reasons.
County Executive Marc Molinaro said, “We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of our Dutchess County neighbor, and we as a community mourn the loss of another resident to this global pandemic. As we released yesterday both countywide Coronavirus statistics and information about every local municipality, we remind residents no community has been spared from this virus, reinforcing the message we have spread for weeks: Stay home; stay healthy; stop the spread. As a county, we remain dedicated to fight the spread of this virus, employing every resource available, and we thank all those — healthcare professionals, first responders, County personnel and others — who have worked tirelessly to protect our residents.”
Behavioral and Community Health Commissioner Dr. Anil Vaidian said, “We implore residents who think they have symptoms of COVID-19 to call their primary-care physician and remain in constant contact to ensure follow-up monitoring can continue. As this pandemic continues to affect hundreds in our community, and will impact even more in the coming days and weeks, we must all take an active part in keeping ourselves healthy and saving lives.”
As testing in Dutchess County expanded last week, there are now more than 460 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Dutchess County, and the numbers are expected to continue to increase. Staying home remains critical to stopping the spread of COVID-19 and flattening the curve so as not to overwhelm the local healthcare system and ensure everyone can get the care they need.
The
Business Council of New York has created a one pager to help break down
what is in the Paycheck Protection Program. It can be found HERE.
The
U.S. Treasury Department has published an information sheet on the
Paycheck Protection Program for borrowers. It can be found HERE.
To
apply for the Paycheck Protection Program, you must fill out THIS application, but you cannot submit the form until
April 3, 2020.
Independent
contractors and self employed individuals are allowed to apply for these
funds as well, but cannot apply until April 10, 2020.
SUNY
Ulster is now using their 3D printing capabilities to create protective
equipment for front-line workers. For more information on this click HERE.
Horticulture,
except when nurseries or greenhouses are selling food producing plants, is
now deemed non-essential and must follow the 100% non-work site protocols.
More information on agricultural changes from COVID-19 can be found HERE.
The
New York Department of Labor has issued new guidance on Unemployment
Insurance benefits, specifically how the new federal legislation impacts
it. You can find that guidance HERE.
If you have
any questions regarding the information in this notification or any other
business related concerns and suggestions, please email Contact@DutchessBNN.com.
Please do NOT contact elected officials regarding information in this email as
they are currently inundated with handling the government response to this
crisis. This network was created to help coordinate responses and share the
burden, and we ask that you please contact us with any questions or concerns so
our elected officials can focus on their task at hand. Thank you for your
continued support through this time.
If you
were forwarded this email, but would like to be added to the email list, please
let us know by emailing contact@DutchessBNN.com
Hablemos de salud de ABC latino presenta información importante y es una iniciativa enfocada en problemas de salud que afectan a nuestra comunidad. PRECIONE AQUI PARA MAS INFORMACION.
ABC latino’s Let’s Talk Health section features important information and is an initiative focused on Health Issues that affect our Community. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
HUD Strong Families is excited to share a nationwide PIH Youth Art Competition for youth 24 and under! Enter the competition!
Artwork will be displayed in a virtual gallery online, with selected pieces displayed at HUD Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Enter HUD’s PIH Youth Art Competition here:Opening Doors and Unlocking Opportunities through People, Imagination and Housing!
Please complete this entry form by FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2020, to submit your artwork for the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development’s (HUD’s) PIH Youth Art Competition.
Artwork will be judged at the regional and national level. Artwork will be showcased online in HUD’s PIH Virtual Art Gallery display. Selected artwork will be showcased in an on-site exhibition at HUD’s Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Click the video above to watch today’s update from County Executive Molinaro about the new COVID-19 Community Impact Data Dashboard (you can view it at www.dutchessny.gov/COVIDdashboard) and Thursday’s facebook live and telephone town hall.
In Dutchess County as of March 31, 2020 have been: – 396 Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 – 2,381 tests administered – 9 people recovered
Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro announced yesterday a new COVID-19 Data Dashboard is now available on Dutchess County’s website, www.DutchessNy.gov/CovidDashboard with multiple data points including current positive COVID-19 case confirmations, mapped by municipality. The dashboard also includes data on testing, hospitalizations, deaths and recoveries, as well as call volume.
County
Executive Molinaro said, “With testing substantially expanded here in Dutchess
County, we have quantitative, reliable data presented in a way that is clear
and easy-to-access for the public. This localized data helps our public health
and emergency response personnel, municipal partners, businesses, and residents
fully understand the scope of this virus’ growing impact on our community.”
“This data demonstrates that every single community has been impacted by coronavirus. However, these are only confirmed cases – there are many more individuals who are asymptomatic or who have mild symptoms who have not been confirmed,” continued Molinaro. “It is critical to realize that every person in Dutchess remains at risk of exposure and every person must make it their personal responsibility to do their part to ensure they are not adding to these numbers – so while we know it is hard, stay the course – stay home, stay safe and stop the spread.”
Confirmed
case information
The
dashboard provides case count information including a total cumulative
confirmed case count since Dutchess County’s first case was reported on March
13th. Active case numbers are also available reflecting cases currently being
monitored and not yet considered “recovered.” Current case numbers are
highlighted, with tabs for historical graphs provided. Active cases are mapped
by city, town and village, with total cases for each municipality displayed.
Hospitalizations,
Death and Recoveries
The
dashboard also lists information regarding hospitalizations, deaths and
recoveries. Hospital data reflects the total number of individuals currently
hospitalized in Dutchess County (not necessarily all Dutchess County residents)
with a confirmed case (MidHudson Regional Hospital, Vassar Brothers Medical
Center and Northern Dutchess Hospital). Fatality data reflects Dutchess County
resident deaths caused by or related to COVID-19. Recovery data reflects
Dutchess County residents who had a confirmed case of COVID-19 who are no
longer symptomatic and are no longer being monitored by the Department of
Behavioral & Community Health (DBCH).
Tests
Administered
Testing data
reflects specimen collection taken from Dutchess County residents.
Specimens are collected and then sent for testing. Test results can take up to
7 days and results are sent to the physician’s office who ordered the test.
Call
data
Call data
includes call history into Dutchess County’s Coronavirus Hotline at
845-486-3555. The call center has been staffed by DBCH staff and
dedicated volunteers 7 days a week since March 9th. The call
center continues to be a valuable resources for many residents. Those
interested in volunteering in the call center can sign up through the Dutchess
Responds webpage at www.dutchessny.gov/dutchessresponds.
Dutchess
County 9-1-1 call center data reflects all calls relating to COVID-19.
Residents should remember calls to 9-1-1 are for emergencies only. For
information or questions relating to COVID-19, calls should be directed to the
Dutchess County Coronavirus Information Hotline at 845-486-3555.
The COVID-19
Data Dashboard will be updated daily, however there may be delays in updates
for particular data sets as information is received and verified.
Dutchess
County Government continues to provide residents the most current information
and guidance on its website, www.dutchessny.gov/coronavirus,
its Coronavirus hotline, (845) 486-3555, and its Facebook
and Twitter
accounts.
The Dutchess
County Department of Behavioral & Community Health
(DBCH) has confirmed the death of a fourth Dutchess
County resident relating to COVID-19. DBCH confirmed a 52-year-old
male died today, March 31, 2020 at Vassar
Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie. The person was admitted to
the hospital the previous week with shortness of breath. He was tested for
COVID-19 which was confirmed positive. The individual had not been
known to DBCH until his hospitalization. Further specific information
cannot be provided for privacy reasons.
Dutchess
County Executive Marc Molinaro said, “To the family and friends, we are
heartbroken for your loss. To the rest of the residents of Dutchess
County, please take this to heart. Stay home. We all have a responsibility to
stay healthy in order to protect the most vulnerable among us. As the death
toll rises, remember that our smallest actions can be lifesaving, or
life-threatening. The death of a fourth neighbor here in Dutchess
serves as a harsh reminder that there is nowhere in our
County untouched by coronavirus.”
County
Executive Molinaro continues to ask residents to stay at home to
limit community transmission of the virus. When it is absolutely
necessary to go out, do so with caution and follow proper social
distancing protocol from others by at least 6 feet and wash hands thoroughly
with soap and water.
Behavioral
and Community Health Commissioner Dr. Anil Vaidian said, “We have an
incredible team of public health professionals who are working around the
clock. We’re coordinating with hospitals, doctor’s offices, testing facilities,
schools, local officials to coordinate our efforts. Our department is
using every resource available, but we need residents to do
their part to assist us in our efforts. To help us protect the safety of
every resident, please stay home.”
There are
now more than 390 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19
in Dutchess County, over 2,300 tests have been administered, and
4 deaths related to COVID-19, while many others are beginning to be considered
as recovered. All of these number are expected continue to increase which
is why remaining at home is critical to stopping the spread of COVID-19
and flattening the curve so as not to overwhelm the local healthcare
system and ensure everyone can get the care they need.
The BHA office does close due to inclement weather and dangerous driving conditions. We recommend that you call ahead if you have an appointment and the weather is questionable.
