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Coronavirus (COVID-19) update - March 24, 2020
Following Monday's announcement by Governor Eric Holcomb, Mayor Joe Hogsett and Dr. Virginia Caine of the Marion County Public Health Department issued a series of “stay at home” orders for Marion County, which will take effect at 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, and remain in effect through at least Monday, April 6, 2020.
The new restrictions include the implementation of a “warning” travel status, the highest level of local travel emergency, and the ordered closure of all non-essential business activity. “As we have watched the spread of COVID-19 across our community, it is clear that every one of us has a personal obligation to do our part to combat the scourge of this virus,” said Mayor Hogsett.
“These restrictions are burdensome and disruptive, but they are necessary – this crisis is real, it is here now, and through this action I am confident that we will save lives in Indianapolis.” Through Executive Order No. 2-2020, Mayor Hogsett upgraded Marion County’s travel emergency to a “warning,” the highest level allowed under state law, restricting travel except for emergency situations and essential functions. A full list of essential functions can be found within the Executive Order, but it includes travel for things like the care of another individual, the purchase groceries or food and beverages, as well as the pick-up of prescriptions. Residents are also permitted to travel for volunteer service benefitting food banks, food pantries, homeless shelters, or other organizations serving vulnerable populations. In addition, the Marion County Public Health Department’s Order states that all nonessential businesses are to close as soon as possible, but no later than 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24.
Businesses with essential functions are permitted to remain open and their employees are permitted to continue traveling to work. A full list of these “essential businesses and operations,” as recommended by state and federal guidance, can be found within the mayor’s Executive Order and at: https://www.in.gov/coronavirus/. “Now is the time for each of us to do what is critically necessary to protect our neighbors, friends and loved ones from COVID-19, especially those who are at high risk for complications from the virus,” said Dr. Caine. “Social distancing is so important to slowing the spread of this virus, and taking additional measures like this help minimize the effect of COVID-19 on our community.” Mayor Hogsett also directed civilian city departments to identify essential personnel and prioritize critical public services as additional municipal employees are asked to work from home.
Staff from the Marion County Public Health Department, Indianapolis Metropolitan For More Information: Taylor Schaffer 317.694.0463 | taylor.schaffer@indy.gov Police Department, Indianapolis Fire Department, Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, and CERT volunteers are staffing the Emergency Operations Center around the clock to monitor and respond to public health and safety needs.
The restrictions follow the recent closure of all Marion County schools, the temporary closure of bars and nightclubs that do not serve food, movie theaters and entertainment venues, as well as gyms and fitness facilities. All eleven township school systems within Marion County -- as well as mayoral-sponsored charter schools -- will remain closed through May 1.
Residents and affected workers impacted by COVID-19 restrictions should visit the city’s resource guide, which can be viewed at indy.gov/covid. Spanish speaking residents can view the Resource Guide here. Individuals who are unable to navigate the city’s website can call 317-327-4MAC between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to talk to a customer service representative.
Gov. Holcomb Announces More Steps to Slow the Spread of COVID-19
Here are additional directives from Governor Holcomb.
More information may be found at the ISDH website athttps://on.in.gov/COVID19and the CDC website athttps://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.
Please empower yourselves and others.
Coronavirus basics (CDC)
Coronavirus guidance (Indiana State Department of Health)
Resources for households (CDC)
Resources for faith-based and community organizations (CDC)
Resources for businesses (CDC)
What Law Enforcement Needs to Know (CDC)
Excerpts from Business/Employers page (CDC):
The new restrictions include the implementation of a “warning” travel status, the highest level of local travel emergency, and the ordered closure of all non-essential business activity. “As we have watched the spread of COVID-19 across our community, it is clear that every one of us has a personal obligation to do our part to combat the scourge of this virus,” said Mayor Hogsett.
“These restrictions are burdensome and disruptive, but they are necessary – this crisis is real, it is here now, and through this action I am confident that we will save lives in Indianapolis.” Through Executive Order No. 2-2020, Mayor Hogsett upgraded Marion County’s travel emergency to a “warning,” the highest level allowed under state law, restricting travel except for emergency situations and essential functions. A full list of essential functions can be found within the Executive Order, but it includes travel for things like the care of another individual, the purchase groceries or food and beverages, as well as the pick-up of prescriptions. Residents are also permitted to travel for volunteer service benefitting food banks, food pantries, homeless shelters, or other organizations serving vulnerable populations. In addition, the Marion County Public Health Department’s Order states that all nonessential businesses are to close as soon as possible, but no later than 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24.
Businesses with essential functions are permitted to remain open and their employees are permitted to continue traveling to work. A full list of these “essential businesses and operations,” as recommended by state and federal guidance, can be found within the mayor’s Executive Order and at: https://www.in.gov/coronavirus/. “Now is the time for each of us to do what is critically necessary to protect our neighbors, friends and loved ones from COVID-19, especially those who are at high risk for complications from the virus,” said Dr. Caine. “Social distancing is so important to slowing the spread of this virus, and taking additional measures like this help minimize the effect of COVID-19 on our community.” Mayor Hogsett also directed civilian city departments to identify essential personnel and prioritize critical public services as additional municipal employees are asked to work from home.
Staff from the Marion County Public Health Department, Indianapolis Metropolitan For More Information: Taylor Schaffer 317.694.0463 | taylor.schaffer@indy.gov Police Department, Indianapolis Fire Department, Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, and CERT volunteers are staffing the Emergency Operations Center around the clock to monitor and respond to public health and safety needs.
The restrictions follow the recent closure of all Marion County schools, the temporary closure of bars and nightclubs that do not serve food, movie theaters and entertainment venues, as well as gyms and fitness facilities. All eleven township school systems within Marion County -- as well as mayoral-sponsored charter schools -- will remain closed through May 1.
Residents and affected workers impacted by COVID-19 restrictions should visit the city’s resource guide, which can be viewed at indy.gov/covid. Spanish speaking residents can view the Resource Guide here. Individuals who are unable to navigate the city’s website can call 317-327-4MAC between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to talk to a customer service representative.
Gov. Holcomb Announces More Steps to Slow the Spread of COVID-19
Here are additional directives from Governor Holcomb.
- Indiana will adhere to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for large events and mass gatherings. The guidance recommends no in-person events of more than 50 people. Here is a link to the guidance:https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/mass-gatherings-ready-for-covid-19.html
- Under the current guidance for schools, 273 public school districts are closed, using e-learning days, or on spring break and have announced a future closure. The Department of Education is working with the remaining 16 school corporations to determine their next steps and needs
- Bars, nightclubs and restaurants are required to close to in-person patrons and may provide take-out and delivery services through the end of March
- Hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers should cancel and/or postpone elective and non-urgent surgical procedures immediately. This action will help the healthcare system conserve resources and personnel necessary to meet emerging health needs
- Physicians should continue to perform critical procedures necessary to prevent short-term and/or long-term adverse effects to their patients’ overall health
- The state’s Emergency Operations Center has been raised to a Level 1 status and will work in conjunction with the incident command center at the Indiana State Department of Health for planning, coordination, predictive analysis and other functions
- State employees will maximize the use of remote work and meet virtually whenever possible while maintaining operations. Non-essential in-person meetings will be limited to 10 persons or less and should meet virtually whenever possible. High-risk individuals should not attend meetings in person
- State employees over the age of 60 with underlying health conditions are advised to work from home, and agencies should identify work that can be accomplished remotely for those individuals
- The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, which are closed on Mondays, will close to the public beginning Tuesday
- The visitors center at White River State Park will close
- Indiana state parks and recreation centers, including state park inns, remain open. Restaurants will convert operations to take-out and delivery
- State agencies already are developing remote work plans for employees and will continue to implement them while maintaining necessary state services. Employees who work outdoors are encouraged to practice social distancing
- The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has suspended rules requiring certain unemployment insurance claimants to physically appear at a Work One location to engage in reemployment services for the next four weeks. This will ensure that individuals who may be symptomatic do not have to physically appear to continue their unemployment insurance eligibility
- The DWD will also request flexibility under federal and state law to expand eligibility for claimants and ease burdens on employers.
- The Indiana Economic Development Corporation will postpone the inaugural Indiana Global Economic Summit, scheduled for April 26-28
- Communities are encouraged to work together to provide child care options for all who need assistance and delivery services of meals and other necessities for senior citizens
- Hoosiers who can donate blood are encouraged to visit local blood centers. Blood supplies are low. Please follow the guidance atwww.redcross.org
More information may be found at the ISDH website athttps://on.in.gov/COVID19and the CDC website athttps://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.
Please empower yourselves and others.
Coronavirus basics (CDC)
Coronavirus guidance (Indiana State Department of Health)
Resources for households (CDC)
Resources for faith-based and community organizations (CDC)
Resources for businesses (CDC)
What Law Enforcement Needs to Know (CDC)
Excerpts from Business/Employers page (CDC):
- Actively encourage sick employees to stay home
- Emphasize staying home when sick, respiratory etiquette and hand hygiene by all employees
- Perform routine environmental cleaning
- Advise employees before traveling to take certain steps
Winter Newsletter Available Online
Published December 2019
The winter issue of the Clermont town newsletter is available for download.
The winter issue of the Clermont town newsletter is available for download.
Community Survey Results Available
Updated October 2019
Summarized results of this summer's Clermont Community Survey are available. Download the PDF. The town council will be evaluating the results to help guide decision-making. Thank you to all who participated!
Summarized results of this summer's Clermont Community Survey are available. Download the PDF. The town council will be evaluating the results to help guide decision-making. Thank you to all who participated!
From Your Police Chief
We would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that speed limits are posted to ensure both drivers and citizens arrive at their destinations safely. Traffic enforcement efforts are in full force, so please do not exceed posted limits.
Remember you can help prevent crime in our area. I urge everyone that if you see something that looks suspicious, please call 911 immediately.
Remember you can help prevent crime in our area. I urge everyone that if you see something that looks suspicious, please call 911 immediately.
