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City of Evansville / Reopen Evansville Task Force Update | December 14, 2020

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Statewide “Mask Requirement” has been extended until the end of 2020 by Governor Eric Holcomb.

Pfizer Vaccine Approved by the US FDA with distribution nationwide beginning the week of December 14.

Revised guidance from the CDCshortens quarantine period to 10 days with no symptoms.

#LoveLocal Campaign

Mayor Winnecke & several local economic development organizations have announced a new effort to support local businesses during the upcoming holiday season.

Click here for holiday specials, places that offer gift cards or a list of businesses with curbside/delivery service.

Thanks to the Southwest Indiana Chamber of Commerce for their assistance!

Hospitals Urge Action

Both Deaconess and Ascension St. Vincent Hospitals are urging residents to “Do Your Part” during the pandemic.

Social distancing, wearing masks, good hygiene, staying home when sick and limiting social gatherings are all steps that need to be observed this holiday season.

Additional Task Force Updates

Coordination of vaccine distribution for health care & public safety workers is in progress. In addition to the general public, plans are being developed to ensure the homeless population has access..

#COVID19 Testing at CK Newsome Center has been extended until the end of 2020. Register for an appointment here.

Providing Restaurants with a checklist of “best practices” has been a pro-active effort between the local health department and the Task Force.

Over $1 million has been distributed in loans & grants to local businesses.

Eviction Relief Funds have been given final approval, which provides an additional $750,657 now available for housing relief in the city for low income persons facing the end of the eviction moratorium.

Stay engaged on #COVID19 information via social media or the #ReopenEvv website

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