from lampasas county (media release)
Media Release
April 30, 2020
Lampasas County – Beginning Friday, May 1, 2020, Lampasas County will open restaurants, retail stores, museums, and libraries at 50% of the restaurant’s, retailer’s museum’s or library’s total listed occupancy. Lampasas County Judge, Randy Hoyer said, “It is because of the quick and aggressive action, taken early by the City of Lampasas and followed by the County, to implement a shelter in place order and adhere to the CDC guidelines, as well as the citizens of the county to follow and adhere to the order and guidelines, we were able to mitigated the spread of the coronavirus, thus limiting the number of confirmed cases in the county to less than five and allowing our county to open restaurants and retails stores at 50% occupancy instead of only 25% occupancy.”
Under the Governor’s Report to Open Texas, rural counties may, on an individualized basis, increase capacity for restaurants, retail, shopping malls, museums, libraries, and/or movie theaters if the county judge certifies and affirms to the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) that the below listed standards have been investigated and confirmed to be met. Judge Hoyer has certified and affirm that Lampasas:
1.County had five or fewer COVID-19 laboratory confirmed cases on April 30, 2020 or, at a later date, five or fewer active COVID-19 cases as verified by DSHS.
2.County has created a list of testing opportunities in the county or the area.
3.County has been in contact with its designated regional advisory council to ensure the community is prepared for any needed health care transfers.
4.The county has provided public notice to the residents of the county, including:
7.County has documented procedures to be activated if a resident becomes COVID-19 positive, including procedures to take appropriate measures as necessary in line with the Governor’s Plan to open Texas.
8.County has contacted DSHS in order to create a plan to ensure contact tracing will occur within 48 hours of appositive test reported to DSHS.
Lampasas County, having met the above standards chooses to do the following:
All counties must adhere to all other provision set forth in the Governor’s Report to Open Texas.
Lampasas County will continue to closely monitor reports related to the number of cases.
Counties that file the attestation and qualify for 50% occupancy will revert to the 25% occupancy limits if any of the following occurs:
1.Five consecutive testing/tracking intervals with positivity rates greater than 12% in that interval.
2.The county has more than 3 positive cases per 1,000 residents
3.Less than 15% of the surge capacity in hospitals for the catchment area is available.
Under GA-18, the Governor may, by proclamation, return any county to the essential services-only level.
Lampasas County citizens, residents, restaurant owner/operators, retail store owner/operators and museum/library manager/directors are reminded, they must adhere to all of the Governor’s Orders as well as the requirements in the Governor’s Report to Open Texas. This information can be found at:
https://dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/opentexas.aspx#attest
While we slowly and safely begin to return to a sense of normalcy, it is strongly recommended that individuals 65 years of age or older are at a higher risk for getting very sick from COVID-19 and are encouraged to take extra precaution. Individuals with medical issues like heart disease, diabetes, cancer or a weakened immune system are also at a higher risk for getting very sick or dying from COVID-19 and strongly recommended to follow all the recommendations from the CDC guidelines.
Social distancing of a minimum of six feet is still required and wearing a face mask/covering in public is still recommended.
Lampasas County will continue to follow the directives from the Governor’s Office as we continue to restart the State.
April 30, 2020
Lampasas County – Beginning Friday, May 1, 2020, Lampasas County will open restaurants, retail stores, museums, and libraries at 50% of the restaurant’s, retailer’s museum’s or library’s total listed occupancy. Lampasas County Judge, Randy Hoyer said, “It is because of the quick and aggressive action, taken early by the City of Lampasas and followed by the County, to implement a shelter in place order and adhere to the CDC guidelines, as well as the citizens of the county to follow and adhere to the order and guidelines, we were able to mitigated the spread of the coronavirus, thus limiting the number of confirmed cases in the county to less than five and allowing our county to open restaurants and retails stores at 50% occupancy instead of only 25% occupancy.”
Under the Governor’s Report to Open Texas, rural counties may, on an individualized basis, increase capacity for restaurants, retail, shopping malls, museums, libraries, and/or movie theaters if the county judge certifies and affirms to the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) that the below listed standards have been investigated and confirmed to be met. Judge Hoyer has certified and affirm that Lampasas:
1.County had five or fewer COVID-19 laboratory confirmed cases on April 30, 2020 or, at a later date, five or fewer active COVID-19 cases as verified by DSHS.
2.County has created a list of testing opportunities in the county or the area.
3.County has been in contact with its designated regional advisory council to ensure the community is prepared for any needed health care transfers.
4.The county has provided public notice to the residents of the county, including:
- Signs and symptoms of COVID-19
- Recommended health and safety protocols in line with CDC guidance.
- Information regarding how residents can get tested in the area.
- A link to the DSHS website where residents can go to learn about community spread in nearby communities, in order to help county residents understand their risk to exposure if they travel regularly outside of the county.
- Nursing homes
- Assisted living facilities
- Industrial, agricultural, or business facilities with a significant number of employees
- City or county jails
7.County has documented procedures to be activated if a resident becomes COVID-19 positive, including procedures to take appropriate measures as necessary in line with the Governor’s Plan to open Texas.
8.County has contacted DSHS in order to create a plan to ensure contact tracing will occur within 48 hours of appositive test reported to DSHS.
Lampasas County, having met the above standards chooses to do the following:
- Increase dine-in restaurant capacity from 25% to up to 50% of the restaurant’s total occupancy. All other provisions regarding restaurants still apply.
- Increase retail in-store capacity from 25% to up to 50% of the retailer’s total listed occupancy. All other provisions regarding retail still apply.
- Increase movie theater capacity from 25% to up to 50% of the movie theater’s total listed occupancy. All other provisions regarding movie theaters still apply.
- Increase museum and library capacity from 25% to up to 50% of the museum’s or library’s total listed occupancy. All other provisions regarding museums and libraries still apply.
All counties must adhere to all other provision set forth in the Governor’s Report to Open Texas.
Lampasas County will continue to closely monitor reports related to the number of cases.
Counties that file the attestation and qualify for 50% occupancy will revert to the 25% occupancy limits if any of the following occurs:
1.Five consecutive testing/tracking intervals with positivity rates greater than 12% in that interval.
2.The county has more than 3 positive cases per 1,000 residents
3.Less than 15% of the surge capacity in hospitals for the catchment area is available.
Under GA-18, the Governor may, by proclamation, return any county to the essential services-only level.
Lampasas County citizens, residents, restaurant owner/operators, retail store owner/operators and museum/library manager/directors are reminded, they must adhere to all of the Governor’s Orders as well as the requirements in the Governor’s Report to Open Texas. This information can be found at:
https://dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/opentexas.aspx#attest
While we slowly and safely begin to return to a sense of normalcy, it is strongly recommended that individuals 65 years of age or older are at a higher risk for getting very sick from COVID-19 and are encouraged to take extra precaution. Individuals with medical issues like heart disease, diabetes, cancer or a weakened immune system are also at a higher risk for getting very sick or dying from COVID-19 and strongly recommended to follow all the recommendations from the CDC guidelines.
Social distancing of a minimum of six feet is still required and wearing a face mask/covering in public is still recommended.
Lampasas County will continue to follow the directives from the Governor’s Office as we continue to restart the State.
city of lampasas release 4/23/20
Council Approves Support to Local Businesses and Rescinds Disaster Declaration At a Special Called meeting held April 20th, the Lampasas City Council approved two programs to assist local businesses that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Although almost all businesses have suffered during this time, these programs will target operations that were closed by State or local Executive Orders,” stated Mayor Misti Talbert. The assistance comes in the form of a COVID-19 Emergency Grant Program from the Lampasas Economic Development Corporation that will provide up to $3,000.00 to businesses on a sliding scale; and a Utility Assistance Program from the City that will cover the first month of utilities for businesses that were closed due the Order. According to the LEDC, $100,000.00 is allocated for the Emergency Grant Program, and City staff has estimated approximately $72,000.00 will be used for the Utility Assistance Program. Applications for both programs are available on the City of Lampasas website, www.cityoflampasas.com, and businesses are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. “We hope to assist as many businesses as possible, but we may not be able to fund all applications,” stated Mandy Walsh, Economic Development Director. City Council also rescinded the Stay Home/Stay Safe Disaster Declaration for the City Monday night. “Because of changing guidelines and business openings by Governor Abbott, the City did not want to be a position of constantly meeting to de-conflict our local Order with State directives,” stated Mayor Talbert. Local businesses must still follow the guidelines and restrictions in Governor Abbott’s Executive Orders according to City staff. Council does maintain the authority to implement and revise future Orders in the event the Governor provides local latitude to loosen restrictions. On April 17th, Governor Abbott outlined his plan to reopen the State’s economy based on medical advice and input from the business community providing physical distancing and sanitation guidelines can be followed.
from county judge randy hoyer
Media Release
April 21, 2020
Lampasas County – Today at 1:30pm, County Judge Randy Hoyer held an Emergency Called Commissioner’s Court Meeting to discuss Governor Abbott’s most recent Executive Orders 15, 16, and 17 pertaining to COVID-19. Hoyer stated that the new state-wide orders were going to be implemented in a rolling schedule over the next few weeks with more orders to follow as recommendations from the Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas come in. Hoyer explained that while the County could adopt more restrictive orders, the County, her citizens, visitors, businesses and organizations of all types, must adhere to the Governor’s Orders. The County adopted a Shelter in Place Order prior to the Governor issuing a state wide Shelter in Place Order. There is no longer a need for the County to maintain a Shelter in Place Order since we are all now following directives from the Governor, Hoyer said. Another concerned expressed by the Judge if the County were to continue a Shelter in Place Order, is the need to amend the order to reflect the Executive Orders as new orders are issued out of the Governor’s office. With the information provided, the Commissioner’s Court took action to rescind the Lampasas County Amended Stay Home Stay Safe Order dated April 7, 2020.
Citizens of Lampasas County are reminded to adhere to and follow guidance from Executive Orders issued by the Governor of Texas. The State still has a Shelter in Place Order, citizens may not gather in groups larger than 10, and social distancing is still required in public. Effective April 22, certain medical surgeries and procedures previously restricted can be performed and beginning April 24 certain non-essential retail stores may open for “retail to go” using curbside pickup. For more information on the Governor’s Executive Orders, you may visit https://gov.texas.gov
April 21, 2020
Lampasas County – Today at 1:30pm, County Judge Randy Hoyer held an Emergency Called Commissioner’s Court Meeting to discuss Governor Abbott’s most recent Executive Orders 15, 16, and 17 pertaining to COVID-19. Hoyer stated that the new state-wide orders were going to be implemented in a rolling schedule over the next few weeks with more orders to follow as recommendations from the Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas come in. Hoyer explained that while the County could adopt more restrictive orders, the County, her citizens, visitors, businesses and organizations of all types, must adhere to the Governor’s Orders. The County adopted a Shelter in Place Order prior to the Governor issuing a state wide Shelter in Place Order. There is no longer a need for the County to maintain a Shelter in Place Order since we are all now following directives from the Governor, Hoyer said. Another concerned expressed by the Judge if the County were to continue a Shelter in Place Order, is the need to amend the order to reflect the Executive Orders as new orders are issued out of the Governor’s office. With the information provided, the Commissioner’s Court took action to rescind the Lampasas County Amended Stay Home Stay Safe Order dated April 7, 2020.
Citizens of Lampasas County are reminded to adhere to and follow guidance from Executive Orders issued by the Governor of Texas. The State still has a Shelter in Place Order, citizens may not gather in groups larger than 10, and social distancing is still required in public. Effective April 22, certain medical surgeries and procedures previously restricted can be performed and beginning April 24 certain non-essential retail stores may open for “retail to go” using curbside pickup. For more information on the Governor’s Executive Orders, you may visit https://gov.texas.gov
coryell county press release 4-8-20
coryell county order issues 4-8-20
Amended County Declaration april 7 2020
statement from judge hoyer 4-3-20/1st covid case in lampasas county
The Following was released by Judge Hoyer this morning:
Lampasas County – Yesterday evening, Dr. Georgia Hay,
Lampasas County Local Health Authority received confirmation from the Region 7 Texas Department of State Health Services that Lampasas County has a confirmed case of COVID19. The individual is a female in her 40’s. She is not hospitalized and is currently in self-quarantine at her residence.
County residents should continue to practice the
recommendations from the CDC and follow the orders issued by the Governor and local authorities. Lampasas County residents are doing a great job limiting the spread of the virus. Please
continue to remain at your residence and limit travel to only
essential needs.
Randall J. Hoyer, Lampasas County Judge
Lampasas County – Yesterday evening, Dr. Georgia Hay,
Lampasas County Local Health Authority received confirmation from the Region 7 Texas Department of State Health Services that Lampasas County has a confirmed case of COVID19. The individual is a female in her 40’s. She is not hospitalized and is currently in self-quarantine at her residence.
County residents should continue to practice the
recommendations from the CDC and follow the orders issued by the Governor and local authorities. Lampasas County residents are doing a great job limiting the spread of the virus. Please
continue to remain at your residence and limit travel to only
essential needs.
Randall J. Hoyer, Lampasas County Judge
City Release April 2, 2020 1st case of covid 19 in county
“City Responds to Confirmed County Case
Today City Officials responded to the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in eastern Lampasas County. “We knew this day would come, and want to remind our residents to continue to be vigilant to limit any possible future exposures,” stated Jeff Smith, City of Lampasas Fire Chief. On March 23, 2020, City of Lampasas Mayor Misti Talbert issued a Disaster Declaration that defined essential business and essential activities, and encourages residents to stay at home. “There is no question, the steps that were put in place over 10 days ago, and the actions of our residents and businesses, have made a big difference in delaying the spread of the virus in Lampasas,” said Mayor Talbert. “It is a source of great pride seeing our community come together for this fight,” added the Mayor. The City continues to reinforce best practices of good personal hygiene, hand washing, physical distancing, and not assembling in groups larger than 10.
City Council will meet on April 6, 2020 to discuss an extension to the Declaration through April 30, 2020
consistent with the date on Governor’s Essential Services and Activities Executive Order, GA-14.
If additional information is needed, or if you care to further report, please contact Jeff Smith, City of Lampasas Fire Chief and Emergency Management Coordinator, or Finley deGraffenried, City Manager.”
Today City Officials responded to the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in eastern Lampasas County. “We knew this day would come, and want to remind our residents to continue to be vigilant to limit any possible future exposures,” stated Jeff Smith, City of Lampasas Fire Chief. On March 23, 2020, City of Lampasas Mayor Misti Talbert issued a Disaster Declaration that defined essential business and essential activities, and encourages residents to stay at home. “There is no question, the steps that were put in place over 10 days ago, and the actions of our residents and businesses, have made a big difference in delaying the spread of the virus in Lampasas,” said Mayor Talbert. “It is a source of great pride seeing our community come together for this fight,” added the Mayor. The City continues to reinforce best practices of good personal hygiene, hand washing, physical distancing, and not assembling in groups larger than 10.
City Council will meet on April 6, 2020 to discuss an extension to the Declaration through April 30, 2020
consistent with the date on Governor’s Essential Services and Activities Executive Order, GA-14.
If additional information is needed, or if you care to further report, please contact Jeff Smith, City of Lampasas Fire Chief and Emergency Management Coordinator, or Finley deGraffenried, City Manager.”
Notice from Lampasas ISD 03/31/20
Just a quick update:
Governor Abbott announced today the extension of school district closures until May 4, 2020. We will continue to provide remote instructional materials as developed and implemented by each campus at least through May 4, 2020.
Meal services will continue to be provided as developed and implemented each day except for Good Friday, April 10, 2020. We will not be serving on that day but will all other days through at least May 4, 2020.
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
Thanks, and God bless Lampasas ISD and our great community.
Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Lampasas ISD
Just a quick update:
Governor Abbott announced today the extension of school district closures until May 4, 2020. We will continue to provide remote instructional materials as developed and implemented by each campus at least through May 4, 2020.
Meal services will continue to be provided as developed and implemented each day except for Good Friday, April 10, 2020. We will not be serving on that day but will all other days through at least May 4, 2020.
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
Thanks, and God bless Lampasas ISD and our great community.
Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Lampasas ISD
Lampasas County Judge Proclamation 3/31/20
Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order Implementing Essential Services And Activities Protocols
March 31, 2020 | Austin, Texas | Proclamation
WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Dr. John Hellerstedt, has determined that COVID-19 represents a public health disaster within the meaning of Chapter 81 of the Texas Health and Safety Code; and
WHEREAS, I have issued numerous executive orders and suspensions of Texas laws in response to the COVID-19 disaster, aimed at protecting the health and safety of Texans and ensuring an effective response to this disaster; and
WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-08 on March 19, 2020, mandating certain obligations for Texans in accordance with the President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America, as promulgated by President Donald J. Trump and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on March 16, 2020, which called upon Americans to take actions to slow the spread of COVID-19 for 15 days; and
WHEREAS, Executive Order GA-08 is subject to expiration at 11:59 p.m. on April 3, 2020, absent further action by the governor; and
WHEREAS, on March 29, 2020, to avoid scenarios that could lead to hundreds of thousands of deaths, the President announced that, based on advice from Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Deborah Birx, the restrictive social-distancing Guidelines should extend through April 30, 2020; and
WHEREAS, DSHS Commissioner Dr. Hellerstedt and White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Dr. Birx say that the spread of COVID-19 can be reduced by minimizing social gatherings; and
WHEREAS, on March 28, 2020, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued its Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce, Version 2.0, which provides an advisory list of critical-infrastructure sectors, workers, and functions that should continue during the COVID-19 response; and
WHEREAS, for state agencies and their employees and agents, the Office of the Attorney General of Texas has advised that local restrictions issued in response to the COVID-19 disaster do not apply to restrict the conduct of state business; and
WHEREAS, all government entities and businesses should be allowed to continue providing essential services during the COVID-19 disaster, and all critical infrastructure should be allowed to remain operational; and
WHEREAS, the “governor is responsible for meeting … the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters” under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and the legislature has given the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.012, the “governor may issue executive orders … hav[ing] the force and effect of law;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.016(a), the “governor may suspend the provisions of any regulatory statute prescribing the procedures for conduct of state business … if strict compliance with the provisions … would in any way prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in coping with a disaster;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.017(a), the “governor may use all available resources of state government and of political subdivisions that are reasonably necessary to cope with a disaster;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.018(c), the “governor may control ingress and egress to and from a disaster area and the movement of persons and the occupancy of premises in the area;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.173, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable by a fine not to exceed $1,000, confinement in jail for a term not to exceed 180 days, or both fine and confinement.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective 12:01 a.m. on April 2, 2020, and continuing through April 30, 2020, subject to extension based on the status of COVID-19 in Texas and the recommendations of the CDC and the White House Coronavirus Task Force:
In accordance with guidance from DSHS Commissioner Dr. Hellerstedt, and to achieve the goals established by the President to reduce the spread of COVID-19, every person in Texas shall, except where necessary to provide or obtain essential services, minimize social gatherings and minimize in-person contact with people who are not in the same household.
“Essential services” shall consist of everything listed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in its Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce, Version 2.0, plus religious services conducted in churches, congregations, and houses of worship. Other essential services may be added to this list with the approval of the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). TDEM shall maintain an online list of essential services, as specified in this executive order and in any approved additions. Requests for additions should be directed to TDEM at EssentialServices@tdem.texas.gov or by visiting www.tdem.texas.gov/essentialservices.
In providing or obtaining essential services, people and businesses should follow the Guidelines from the President and the CDC by practicing good hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and sanitation, implementing social distancing, and working from home if possible. In particular, all services should be provided through remote telework from home unless they are essential services that cannot be provided through remote telework. If religious services cannot be conducted from home or through remote services, they should be conducted consistent with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC by practicing good hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and sanitation, and by implementing social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
In accordance with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC, people shall avoid eating or drinking at bars, restaurants, and food courts, or visiting gyms, massage establishments, tattoo studios, piercing studios, or cosmetology salons; provided, however, that the use of drive-thru, pickup, or delivery options for food and drinks is allowed and highly encouraged throughout the limited duration of this executive order.
This executive order does not prohibit people from accessing essential services or engaging in essential daily activities, such as going to the grocery store or gas station, providing or obtaining other essential services, visiting parks, hunting or fishing, or engaging in physical activity like jogging or bicycling, so long as the necessary precautions are maintained to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 and to minimize in-person contact with people who are not in the same household.
In accordance with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC, people shall not visit nursing homes, state supported living centers, assisted living facilities, or long-term care facilities unless to provide critical assistance as determined through guidance from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
In accordance with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC, schools shall remain temporarily closed to in-person classroom attendance and shall not recommence before May 4, 2020.
This executive order shall supersede any conflicting order issued by local officials in response to the COVID-19 disaster, but only to the extent that such a local order restricts essential services allowed by this executive order or allows gatherings prohibited by this executive order. I hereby suspend Sections 418.1015(b) and 418.108 of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 81, Subchapter E of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and any other relevant statutes, to the extent necessary to ensure that local officials do not impose restrictions inconsistent with this executive order, provided that local officials may enforce this executive order as well as local restrictions that are consistent with this executive order.
This executive order supersedes Executive Order GA-08, but not Executive Orders GA-09, GA-10, GA-11, GA-12, or GA-13, and shall remain in effect and in full force until April 30, 2020, unless it is modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor.
Given under my hand this the 31st day of March, 2020.
Governor Greg Abbott
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Governor Abbott
WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Dr. John Hellerstedt, has determined that COVID-19 represents a public health disaster within the meaning of Chapter 81 of the Texas Health and Safety Code; and
WHEREAS, I have issued numerous executive orders and suspensions of Texas laws in response to the COVID-19 disaster, aimed at protecting the health and safety of Texans and ensuring an effective response to this disaster; and
WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-08 on March 19, 2020, mandating certain obligations for Texans in accordance with the President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America, as promulgated by President Donald J. Trump and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on March 16, 2020, which called upon Americans to take actions to slow the spread of COVID-19 for 15 days; and
WHEREAS, Executive Order GA-08 is subject to expiration at 11:59 p.m. on April 3, 2020, absent further action by the governor; and
WHEREAS, on March 29, 2020, to avoid scenarios that could lead to hundreds of thousands of deaths, the President announced that, based on advice from Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Deborah Birx, the restrictive social-distancing Guidelines should extend through April 30, 2020; and
WHEREAS, DSHS Commissioner Dr. Hellerstedt and White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Dr. Birx say that the spread of COVID-19 can be reduced by minimizing social gatherings; and
WHEREAS, on March 28, 2020, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued its Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce, Version 2.0, which provides an advisory list of critical-infrastructure sectors, workers, and functions that should continue during the COVID-19 response; and
WHEREAS, for state agencies and their employees and agents, the Office of the Attorney General of Texas has advised that local restrictions issued in response to the COVID-19 disaster do not apply to restrict the conduct of state business; and
WHEREAS, all government entities and businesses should be allowed to continue providing essential services during the COVID-19 disaster, and all critical infrastructure should be allowed to remain operational; and
WHEREAS, the “governor is responsible for meeting … the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters” under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and the legislature has given the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.012, the “governor may issue executive orders … hav[ing] the force and effect of law;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.016(a), the “governor may suspend the provisions of any regulatory statute prescribing the procedures for conduct of state business … if strict compliance with the provisions … would in any way prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in coping with a disaster;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.017(a), the “governor may use all available resources of state government and of political subdivisions that are reasonably necessary to cope with a disaster;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.018(c), the “governor may control ingress and egress to and from a disaster area and the movement of persons and the occupancy of premises in the area;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.173, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable by a fine not to exceed $1,000, confinement in jail for a term not to exceed 180 days, or both fine and confinement.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective 12:01 a.m. on April 2, 2020, and continuing through April 30, 2020, subject to extension based on the status of COVID-19 in Texas and the recommendations of the CDC and the White House Coronavirus Task Force:
In accordance with guidance from DSHS Commissioner Dr. Hellerstedt, and to achieve the goals established by the President to reduce the spread of COVID-19, every person in Texas shall, except where necessary to provide or obtain essential services, minimize social gatherings and minimize in-person contact with people who are not in the same household.
“Essential services” shall consist of everything listed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in its Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce, Version 2.0, plus religious services conducted in churches, congregations, and houses of worship. Other essential services may be added to this list with the approval of the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). TDEM shall maintain an online list of essential services, as specified in this executive order and in any approved additions. Requests for additions should be directed to TDEM at EssentialServices@tdem.texas.gov or by visiting www.tdem.texas.gov/essentialservices.
In providing or obtaining essential services, people and businesses should follow the Guidelines from the President and the CDC by practicing good hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and sanitation, implementing social distancing, and working from home if possible. In particular, all services should be provided through remote telework from home unless they are essential services that cannot be provided through remote telework. If religious services cannot be conducted from home or through remote services, they should be conducted consistent with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC by practicing good hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and sanitation, and by implementing social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
In accordance with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC, people shall avoid eating or drinking at bars, restaurants, and food courts, or visiting gyms, massage establishments, tattoo studios, piercing studios, or cosmetology salons; provided, however, that the use of drive-thru, pickup, or delivery options for food and drinks is allowed and highly encouraged throughout the limited duration of this executive order.
This executive order does not prohibit people from accessing essential services or engaging in essential daily activities, such as going to the grocery store or gas station, providing or obtaining other essential services, visiting parks, hunting or fishing, or engaging in physical activity like jogging or bicycling, so long as the necessary precautions are maintained to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 and to minimize in-person contact with people who are not in the same household.
In accordance with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC, people shall not visit nursing homes, state supported living centers, assisted living facilities, or long-term care facilities unless to provide critical assistance as determined through guidance from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
In accordance with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC, schools shall remain temporarily closed to in-person classroom attendance and shall not recommence before May 4, 2020.
This executive order shall supersede any conflicting order issued by local officials in response to the COVID-19 disaster, but only to the extent that such a local order restricts essential services allowed by this executive order or allows gatherings prohibited by this executive order. I hereby suspend Sections 418.1015(b) and 418.108 of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 81, Subchapter E of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and any other relevant statutes, to the extent necessary to ensure that local officials do not impose restrictions inconsistent with this executive order, provided that local officials may enforce this executive order as well as local restrictions that are consistent with this executive order.
This executive order supersedes Executive Order GA-08, but not Executive Orders GA-09, GA-10, GA-11, GA-12, or GA-13, and shall remain in effect and in full force until April 30, 2020, unless it is modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor.
Given under my hand this the 31st day of March, 2020.
Governor Greg Abbott
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proclamation from Gov. Abbott 14 day quarantine when you arrive in texas from certain areas
March 26, 2020 | Austin, Texas | Proclamation
WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and
WHEREAS, the Texas Department of State Health Services has determined that, as of March 19, 2020, COVID-19 represents a public health disaster within the meaning of Chapter 81 of the Texas Health and Safety Code; and
WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-08 on March 19, 2020, Executive Order GA-09 on March 22, 2020, and Executive Order GA-10 on March 24, 2020, all in response to the COVID-19 disaster; and
WHEREAS, many cases of COVID-19 in the State of Texas were caused by people who transmitted the virus to Texans after flying here from other states and countries; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator, recently urged everyone who traveled from the New York metropolitan area to self-quarantine for 14 days to ensure that COVID-19 does not spread to others; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Fauci, a member of the White House Coronavirus Task Force, likewise called for 14 days of self-quarantine of travelers from New York so that New York does not act as a “seeding point to the rest of the country;” and
WHEREAS, after the Governor of Florida imposed a quarantine on all air travelers arriving from the New York Tri-State Area, which is experiencing substantial community spread of COVID-19, the Mayor of New York City remarked to the press, “I understand it. We are the epicenter;” and
WHEREAS, the “governor is responsible for meeting . . . the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters” under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and the legislature has given the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.012, the “governor may issue executive orders . . . hav[ing] the force and effect of law;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.017(a), the “governor may use all available resources of state government and of political subdivisions that are reasonably necessary to cope with a disaster;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.018(c), the “governor may control ingress and egress to and from a disaster area and the movement of persons and the occupancy of premises in the area;” and
WHEREAS, under Section 418.173, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable by a fine not to exceed $1,000, confinement in jail for a term not to exceed 180 days, or both fine and confinement.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective at noon on March 28, 2020:
Every person who enters the State of Texas as the final destination through an airport, from a point of origin or point of last departure in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or the City of New Orleans, or in any other state or city as may be proclaimed hereafter, shall be subject to mandatory self-quarantine for a period of 14 days from the time of entry into Texas or the duration of the person’s presence in Texas, whichever is shorter. This order to self-quarantine shall not apply to people traveling in connection with military service, emergency response, health response, or critical-infrastructure functions, as may be determined by the Texas Division of Emergency Management. Each person covered under this order to self-quarantine shall be responsible for all associated costs, including transportation, lodging, food, and medical care.
A covered person shall use a form prescribed by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to designate a quarantine location in Texas, such as a residence or a hotel, and provide a full name, date of birth, home address, telephone number, and driver license or passport information. DPS Troopers, or other approved peace officers, shall collect a completed form from each covered person immediately upon disembarking and verify it against the person’s driver license or passport. Providing false information on this form is a criminal offense under Section 37.10 of the Texas Penal Code. Questions about this form should be directed to DPS at (800) 525-5555.
A covered person shall proceed directly from the airport to the designated quarantine location entered on the DPS form. Any covered person exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 shall be escorted to the designated quarantine location by a DPS Trooper.
A covered person shall remain in the designated quarantine location for a period of 14 days or the duration of the person’s presence in Texas, whichever is shorter, leaving only to seek medical care or to depart from Texas. During that period, a covered person shall not allow visitors into or out of the designated quarantine location, other than a health department employee, physician, or healthcare provider, and shall not visit any public spaces.
DPS Special Agents will conduct unannounced visits to designated quarantine locations to verify compliance by confirming the physical presence of covered persons. Any failure to comply with this order to self-quarantine shall be a criminal offense punishable by a fine not to exceed $1,000, confinement in jail for a term not to exceed 180 days, or both.
This executive order shall remain in effect and in full force until modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor.
Given under my hand this the 26th day of March, 2020.
Governor Greg Abbott
city of copperas cove 3/26/20
From the Office of the Fire Chief
City of Copperas Cove Fire Department
415 South Main Street, Copperas Cove, Texas 76522
254-547-2514 or 254-542-8948, Fax 254-542-8949
March 26, 2020
Due to the enormous national demand for healthcare supplies to include medical-grade face masks, the Copperas Cove Fire Department is running low on these items. In the event we get to a point to where our mask supply reaches a critical level, the department is in a unique position to take advantage of alternative personal protective equipment we already have. All of our firetrucks and ambulances have self-contained breathing apparatus (air packs) on them. These devices provide positive-pressure breathing air for the responder, while at the same time, providing an element of personal protection from the spread of COVID-19.
In the near future, it will not be unreasonable to see a Paramedic in one of these air packs come to your door if you call 911. Don’t be scared, don’t worry. Rest assured that there is not any hidden underlying reason why we would need to use these, or cause you additional concern. We are merely providing a safe operational working environment for our crews.
These air packs have microphones and speakers to help understand each other a little better while the Paramedic is wearing it. Attached are photos of what you may see knocking on your door only if you call 911.
Sincerely,
Michael
City of Copperas Cove Fire Department
415 South Main Street, Copperas Cove, Texas 76522
254-547-2514 or 254-542-8948, Fax 254-542-8949
March 26, 2020
Due to the enormous national demand for healthcare supplies to include medical-grade face masks, the Copperas Cove Fire Department is running low on these items. In the event we get to a point to where our mask supply reaches a critical level, the department is in a unique position to take advantage of alternative personal protective equipment we already have. All of our firetrucks and ambulances have self-contained breathing apparatus (air packs) on them. These devices provide positive-pressure breathing air for the responder, while at the same time, providing an element of personal protection from the spread of COVID-19.
In the near future, it will not be unreasonable to see a Paramedic in one of these air packs come to your door if you call 911. Don’t be scared, don’t worry. Rest assured that there is not any hidden underlying reason why we would need to use these, or cause you additional concern. We are merely providing a safe operational working environment for our crews.
These air packs have microphones and speakers to help understand each other a little better while the Paramedic is wearing it. Attached are photos of what you may see knocking on your door only if you call 911.
Sincerely,
Michael
Lampasas county-wide proclamation/press release 03/26/20
(both documents)
Media Release
March 26, 2020
Lampasas County Judge Issues Order in Response to COVID-19
“There is no doubt that this is an ever-changing public health emergency. I firmly believe that Lampasas County citizens have generally complied with all of the recommendations, guidelines and orders provided by the President, CDC and Governor. I feel that what has been done so far will have a tremendous impact limiting the spread of the virus. We must constantly assess and re-assess the situation hour by hour with our first priority being public health & safety, while trying to maintain a sense of normalcy in our lives.”
“With this said, I have issued an order to all Lampasas County citizens that I believe is a measured response to address the situation at this time and will further assist in limiting the spread of the virus.
The key points to the order:
This order will remain in effect until lifted by the County Judge.
Randall J. Hoyer, Lampasas County Judge
March 26, 2020
Lampasas County Judge Issues Order in Response to COVID-19
“There is no doubt that this is an ever-changing public health emergency. I firmly believe that Lampasas County citizens have generally complied with all of the recommendations, guidelines and orders provided by the President, CDC and Governor. I feel that what has been done so far will have a tremendous impact limiting the spread of the virus. We must constantly assess and re-assess the situation hour by hour with our first priority being public health & safety, while trying to maintain a sense of normalcy in our lives.”
“With this said, I have issued an order to all Lampasas County citizens that I believe is a measured response to address the situation at this time and will further assist in limiting the spread of the virus.
The key points to the order:
- Requires social distancing of at least six feet from any person when they are outside their residence.
- Restricts gatherings in groups of more than 10.
- Prohibits dining in at restaurants and food establishments.
- Prohibits service-oriented business from performing services that require physical contact.
- Strongly encourages County residents to remain at home and limit travel to essential needs only.
This order will remain in effect until lifted by the County Judge.
Randall J. Hoyer, Lampasas County Judge
from Dr. Rascoe Lampasas isd 03/25/
Staff,
It has truly been a blessing to watch each of you step up and help our kids and community during this national disaster. You have developed and implemented plans to feed our kids each day. You have made an entire instructional program transformation moving to a remote platform. You have disinfected every building in the district. All these and countless other examples that have all been completed in less than a week! Above all, you have demonstrated what makes our school district and community such a great place to live and work. We couldn’t be prouder of the progress the district is making in helping our kids.
Keep up the great work,
Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Lampasas ISD
It has truly been a blessing to watch each of you step up and help our kids and community during this national disaster. You have developed and implemented plans to feed our kids each day. You have made an entire instructional program transformation moving to a remote platform. You have disinfected every building in the district. All these and countless other examples that have all been completed in less than a week! Above all, you have demonstrated what makes our school district and community such a great place to live and work. We couldn’t be prouder of the progress the district is making in helping our kids.
Keep up the great work,
Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Lampasas ISD
What the City’s Covid-19 Response Declaration Means 3/25/20
What the City’s Covid-19 Response Declaration Means
What it Doesn’t Allow:
Businesses opening to the public for services that require close contact. For example, barber shops, hairdressers, spas, gyms, fitness studios, nail salons, retail only establishments.
What it Does Allow:
Almost all other businesses can remain open. For example, grocery stores, convenience stores, farm and produce stands, pet supplies, butcher shops, stores that provide any other household consumer products (cleaning and personal care supplies) and stores that sell alcohol. This includes stores that sell groceries and also sell non-grocery items.
Feed Stores and stores providing farming, livestock or ranching supplies.
Media Outlets including newspapers, television, radio and other media services.
Gas Stations and auto supply, auto repair, and related facilities.
Banks and financial institutions
Hardware and construction supply stores
Construction Trades. Electricians, plumbers, roofers, framers, landscapers, air-conditioning technicians.
Businesses providing mailing and shipping services, including post office boxes.
Laundromats, dry-cleaners, and laundry service providers.
Restaurants and entities that provide food service for pick-up, drive through or carryout only. Food may not be eaten on site.
Office Supply businesses, and businesses that otherwise supply products needed for people to work from home, or provide products for essential businesses.
Private transportation providers necessary for essential activities.
Home based care for seniors, adults and children.
Residential facilities for seniors, adults and children.
Professional Services: legal, accounting, insurance, engineering, real estate services (including appraisal, survey and title services).
Child Care facilities under mandatory conditions
o Carried out in stable groups of 12 or fewer (‘stable” means the same 12 or fewer children and in the same group each day).
o Children may not change from one group to another.
If more than one group of children is cared for at one facility, each group shall be in a separate area and shall not mix.
o Childcare providers shall remain solely with one group of children
Utilities, telecommunications, trash collection, law enforcement, EMS, corrections, animal shelters, government employees who have not been deemed non-essential.
Janitorial and maintenance services, funeral industry, defense industry, space and technology, technology support.
Religious Services provided in residences, healthcare facilities, at funerals or provided on-line while being broadcast from a religious facility.
Do I have to stay at home if I can’t work or go to School?
The City is encouraging all residents and businesses to reduce contacts, and limit the risk of exposure. This is accomplished by using best practices for personal hygiene, frequent hand washing, social distancing, and not congregating in groups larger than 10.
Residents are also encouraged to stay at home for the same reasons.
Please feel free to leave your home if you need to go the grocery store, pick up food from a restaurant, visit a business that is currently allowed to stay open, take care of family or other residents in need, go to the Park, exercise outdoors (but not in a group), or travel outside the City.
Feel free to access Wi-Fi from your vehicle at locations designated by LISD or the City.
Generally, you may travel anywhere at any time to take care of yourself and others and to conduct your daily business, just go home after you’re done.
Do I have to have a letter from my employer to travel to and from work? Even if my workplace is closed to the Public?
You are not required to have any documentation regarding travel to and from work from your employer. You are not required to have written permission to travel to any other locations.
You may still work at a non-essential business that is closed to the public to take care of facilities, monitor inventory, and conduct administrative functions. Please make sure if you are working at any essential or non-essential business that is closed, you may not congregate in groups larger than 10, and you must be able to maintain 6 feet of social distancing.
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What it Doesn’t Allow:
Businesses opening to the public for services that require close contact. For example, barber shops, hairdressers, spas, gyms, fitness studios, nail salons, retail only establishments.
What it Does Allow:
Almost all other businesses can remain open. For example, grocery stores, convenience stores, farm and produce stands, pet supplies, butcher shops, stores that provide any other household consumer products (cleaning and personal care supplies) and stores that sell alcohol. This includes stores that sell groceries and also sell non-grocery items.
Feed Stores and stores providing farming, livestock or ranching supplies.
Media Outlets including newspapers, television, radio and other media services.
Gas Stations and auto supply, auto repair, and related facilities.
Banks and financial institutions
Hardware and construction supply stores
Construction Trades. Electricians, plumbers, roofers, framers, landscapers, air-conditioning technicians.
Businesses providing mailing and shipping services, including post office boxes.
Laundromats, dry-cleaners, and laundry service providers.
Restaurants and entities that provide food service for pick-up, drive through or carryout only. Food may not be eaten on site.
Office Supply businesses, and businesses that otherwise supply products needed for people to work from home, or provide products for essential businesses.
Private transportation providers necessary for essential activities.
Home based care for seniors, adults and children.
Residential facilities for seniors, adults and children.
Professional Services: legal, accounting, insurance, engineering, real estate services (including appraisal, survey and title services).
Child Care facilities under mandatory conditions
o Carried out in stable groups of 12 or fewer (‘stable” means the same 12 or fewer children and in the same group each day).
o Children may not change from one group to another.
If more than one group of children is cared for at one facility, each group shall be in a separate area and shall not mix.
o Childcare providers shall remain solely with one group of children
Utilities, telecommunications, trash collection, law enforcement, EMS, corrections, animal shelters, government employees who have not been deemed non-essential.
Janitorial and maintenance services, funeral industry, defense industry, space and technology, technology support.
Religious Services provided in residences, healthcare facilities, at funerals or provided on-line while being broadcast from a religious facility.
Do I have to stay at home if I can’t work or go to School?
The City is encouraging all residents and businesses to reduce contacts, and limit the risk of exposure. This is accomplished by using best practices for personal hygiene, frequent hand washing, social distancing, and not congregating in groups larger than 10.
Residents are also encouraged to stay at home for the same reasons.
Please feel free to leave your home if you need to go the grocery store, pick up food from a restaurant, visit a business that is currently allowed to stay open, take care of family or other residents in need, go to the Park, exercise outdoors (but not in a group), or travel outside the City.
Feel free to access Wi-Fi from your vehicle at locations designated by LISD or the City.
Generally, you may travel anywhere at any time to take care of yourself and others and to conduct your daily business, just go home after you’re done.
Do I have to have a letter from my employer to travel to and from work? Even if my workplace is closed to the Public?
You are not required to have any documentation regarding travel to and from work from your employer. You are not required to have written permission to travel to any other locations.
You may still work at a non-essential business that is closed to the public to take care of facilities, monitor inventory, and conduct administrative functions. Please make sure if you are working at any essential or non-essential business that is closed, you may not congregate in groups larger than 10, and you must be able to maintain 6 feet of social distancing.
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Lampasas Central Appraisal District 03/23/20
COVID-19 NOTICE
Lampasas Central Appraisal district is currently continuing operations but has suspended face-to-face services to the public inside the building beginning March 24th, 2020 as part of the effort to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus in the area. We will tentatively be closed to the public through April 3rd, 2020.
The appraisal district will continue operations, and we are committed to being responsive to our property owners. We believe it is in the best interest of property owners and employees to temporarily suspend direct face to face contact with the public while continuing to provide services through other options, such as by telephone and online.
WE encourage you to mail or email all applications for exemptions and renditions and please use the phone or the internet to access our service.
MAKING TAX PAYMENTS
You may mail your payment; we will mail receipts to those who use the mail. Additionally, you may use our website to make a payment with credit card or e-check at eh website listed below.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Office # 512-556-8058
Email: LampasasClerk1@sbcglobal.net
Website: www.lampasascad.org
Lampasas Central Appraisal district is currently continuing operations but has suspended face-to-face services to the public inside the building beginning March 24th, 2020 as part of the effort to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus in the area. We will tentatively be closed to the public through April 3rd, 2020.
The appraisal district will continue operations, and we are committed to being responsive to our property owners. We believe it is in the best interest of property owners and employees to temporarily suspend direct face to face contact with the public while continuing to provide services through other options, such as by telephone and online.
WE encourage you to mail or email all applications for exemptions and renditions and please use the phone or the internet to access our service.
MAKING TAX PAYMENTS
You may mail your payment; we will mail receipts to those who use the mail. Additionally, you may use our website to make a payment with credit card or e-check at eh website listed below.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Office # 512-556-8058
Email: LampasasClerk1@sbcglobal.net
Website: www.lampasascad.org
from city of lampasas
RE: city council meetings procedure 3/20/20
Streaming City Council Meetings
City Council will continue to meet to conduct business and the public is encouraged to participate in Council meetings by video access rather than attending the meeting in person.
You will be able to access the live streaming via Youtube , Website, and it will be shared on the city’s Facebook page.
Citizens will also be able to call in during the meetings. A phone number will be provide prior to the meetings
City Council will continue to meet to conduct business and the public is encouraged to participate in Council meetings by video access rather than attending the meeting in person.
You will be able to access the live streaming via Youtube , Website, and it will be shared on the city’s Facebook page.
Citizens will also be able to call in during the meetings. A phone number will be provide prior to the meetings
Continuity of Operations in Face of Covid-19
from waste connections 3/20/20
March 19, 2020
Dear Community Partners:
Over the past several days, our organization has planned for continuity of operations in the face of Covid-19.
Implementations for Phase II and communications to our community leaders began this week.
Currently, we remain fully operational with minimal impact on our personnel and their ability to report to work. All
services continue to be online with collections occurring as regularly scheduled.
Given recent events around closures of businesses and schools, and the increased number of cases of Covid-19
infections, we feel it’s necessary to preempt an impact on the health of our personnel by moving to Phase IV,
effective Monday, March 23, 2020.
Phase IV of our planning involves the temporary suspension of Residential Bulk & Brush services, along with
limiting Residential Recycle and Trash services to collection of only contents within carts. Bags and bundles that are
placed outside of carts will be excluded from collection during this time, in order to minimize the risk of exposure
through manual collection or “pickup by hand”. The change to go “cart only” on our Residential Routes will be in
effect for the ensuing six weeks, through April, 2020.
We understand that limiting collection services to cart contents only warrants some discretion among our
residents for what they dispose of and when. Household trash, bags from kitchens and restrooms, should remain a
top priority for those waste streams that go into the carts. That’s to say, if there is only enough room in the cart
remaining for one bag from the kitchen or one bag of yard trimmings, we urge residents to use the space for the
bag from the kitchen for health and sanitation purposes.
Now is also a good time to educate our customers to bag and tie their household trash, a commonly overlooked
best practice. Household trash that is not properly bagged and tied is susceptible to spills and further increases the
risk of exposure for our personnel to potentially infectious waste. We appreciate any assistance from our
partnered communities in furthering this message to residents.We appreciate your understanding as we take precautions to protect the health and well-being of our employees,
our customers, and our communities. Please trust that we recognize our essential role in maintaining health and
sanitation in our communities. Supporting our municipal partners remains one of our highest priorities, right after
the safety of our people, and we hope that is evident in our phased approach to plans for continuity of our
operations.
As our communities recover from the Covid-19 situation, our plan is to scale back to lower Phases, eventually all
the way to Phase I. For more detail on our plans for maintaining continuity of operations, please refer to the
following:
Phase I: Total operational coverage and no immediate threat.
o Precautionary measures are taken to increase hygiene and social distancing. No impact on
service capacity while all personnel continue reporting for regular duty.
Phase II: Total operational coverage or with minimal impact as local cases of Covid-19 arise in our
communities.
o Ramp up precautions including remote work mandated for non-essential personnel, and stagger
start times of operational personnel to increase social distancing.
Phase III: Partial impact to operational coverage as local cases begin to impact availability of operationalessential
personnel in the form of prolonged school closures and/or some cases of our own personnel
being quarantined.
o We begin operational triage to prioritize coverage of services most essential to the health and
safety of our community partners. Lower priority services are more susceptible to delays or
temporary suspension. Prioritization (from low to high) of collections services are deemed as
follows:
Industrial/Construction Recycle (Lowest Priority)
Industrial/Construction Trash
Commercial (Non-Residential) Recycle
Commercial (Non-Residential) Trash
Residential Bulk & Brush
Residential Recycle
Residential Trash (Highest Priority)
Phase IV: Limited operational coverage necessitates further suspension and prioritization of services as frequency of Covid-19 cases increase results prompts broadened quarantining.
o All Residential collection services are reduced to “cart only” in order to reduce chance of contact
of our personnel with solid waste via manual pickup. Additionally, Residential collection services
are impacted accordingly:
Residential Bulk & Brush – collection services are suspended
Residential Recycle – reduced to cart contents only. To maximize operational efficiency,
recycle contents will be comingled along with Residential Waste collection and will not
be recycled
Residential Trash – reduced to cart contents only. Contents outside of container will not
be collected to reduce risk of exposure of operational personnel and maximize
operational efficiencies.
Phase V: No operational coverage as frequency of Covid-19 cases prompts a lockdown or full quarantine
for our communities.
o All collection services are suspended until lockdown is lifted. When the lockdown is lifted, we will
revert to Phase IV, then work our way upward to and through Phase I approach.
Dear Community Partners:
Over the past several days, our organization has planned for continuity of operations in the face of Covid-19.
Implementations for Phase II and communications to our community leaders began this week.
Currently, we remain fully operational with minimal impact on our personnel and their ability to report to work. All
services continue to be online with collections occurring as regularly scheduled.
Given recent events around closures of businesses and schools, and the increased number of cases of Covid-19
infections, we feel it’s necessary to preempt an impact on the health of our personnel by moving to Phase IV,
effective Monday, March 23, 2020.
Phase IV of our planning involves the temporary suspension of Residential Bulk & Brush services, along with
limiting Residential Recycle and Trash services to collection of only contents within carts. Bags and bundles that are
placed outside of carts will be excluded from collection during this time, in order to minimize the risk of exposure
through manual collection or “pickup by hand”. The change to go “cart only” on our Residential Routes will be in
effect for the ensuing six weeks, through April, 2020.
We understand that limiting collection services to cart contents only warrants some discretion among our
residents for what they dispose of and when. Household trash, bags from kitchens and restrooms, should remain a
top priority for those waste streams that go into the carts. That’s to say, if there is only enough room in the cart
remaining for one bag from the kitchen or one bag of yard trimmings, we urge residents to use the space for the
bag from the kitchen for health and sanitation purposes.
Now is also a good time to educate our customers to bag and tie their household trash, a commonly overlooked
best practice. Household trash that is not properly bagged and tied is susceptible to spills and further increases the
risk of exposure for our personnel to potentially infectious waste. We appreciate any assistance from our
partnered communities in furthering this message to residents.We appreciate your understanding as we take precautions to protect the health and well-being of our employees,
our customers, and our communities. Please trust that we recognize our essential role in maintaining health and
sanitation in our communities. Supporting our municipal partners remains one of our highest priorities, right after
the safety of our people, and we hope that is evident in our phased approach to plans for continuity of our
operations.
As our communities recover from the Covid-19 situation, our plan is to scale back to lower Phases, eventually all
the way to Phase I. For more detail on our plans for maintaining continuity of operations, please refer to the
following:
Phase I: Total operational coverage and no immediate threat.
o Precautionary measures are taken to increase hygiene and social distancing. No impact on
service capacity while all personnel continue reporting for regular duty.
Phase II: Total operational coverage or with minimal impact as local cases of Covid-19 arise in our
communities.
o Ramp up precautions including remote work mandated for non-essential personnel, and stagger
start times of operational personnel to increase social distancing.
Phase III: Partial impact to operational coverage as local cases begin to impact availability of operationalessential
personnel in the form of prolonged school closures and/or some cases of our own personnel
being quarantined.
o We begin operational triage to prioritize coverage of services most essential to the health and
safety of our community partners. Lower priority services are more susceptible to delays or
temporary suspension. Prioritization (from low to high) of collections services are deemed as
follows:
Industrial/Construction Recycle (Lowest Priority)
Industrial/Construction Trash
Commercial (Non-Residential) Recycle
Commercial (Non-Residential) Trash
Residential Bulk & Brush
Residential Recycle
Residential Trash (Highest Priority)
Phase IV: Limited operational coverage necessitates further suspension and prioritization of services as frequency of Covid-19 cases increase results prompts broadened quarantining.
o All Residential collection services are reduced to “cart only” in order to reduce chance of contact
of our personnel with solid waste via manual pickup. Additionally, Residential collection services
are impacted accordingly:
Residential Bulk & Brush – collection services are suspended
Residential Recycle – reduced to cart contents only. To maximize operational efficiency,
recycle contents will be comingled along with Residential Waste collection and will not
be recycled
Residential Trash – reduced to cart contents only. Contents outside of container will not
be collected to reduce risk of exposure of operational personnel and maximize
operational efficiencies.
Phase V: No operational coverage as frequency of Covid-19 cases prompts a lockdown or full quarantine
for our communities.
o All collection services are suspended until lockdown is lifted. When the lockdown is lifted, we will
revert to Phase IV, then work our way upward to and through Phase I approach.
proclamation to postpone runoff election 3/20/20
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 4 18.016 of the Texas Government Code, the
Governor has the express authority to suspend the provisions of any regulatory
statute prescribing the procedures for conduct of state business or the orders or
rules of a state agency if strict compliance with the provisions, orders, or rules
would in any way prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in coping with a
disaster:
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GREG ABBOTT, Governor of Texas, under the
authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do
hereby suspend Section 41.007(b) of the Texas Election Code to the extent
necessary to postpone the runoff primary election date until Tuesday, July 14,
2020. I further hereby suspend Section 41.007(d) of the Texas Election Code to
the extent necessary to allow for the runoff primary election to be held on the
same date as the special election for Texas State Senate District No. 14, which has
already been ordered for Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Finally, I hereby suspend
Section 41.008 of the Texas Election Code to the extent it would preclude holding
the runoff primary election on July 14, 2020.
Early voting by personal appearance shall begin on Monday, July 6, 2020, in
accordance with Section 85.001(b) of the Texas Election Code.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I
have hereto signed my name and
have officially caused the Seal of
State to be affixed at my office in the
City of Austin, Texas, this the 20th
day of March, 2020.
Secretary of State
FILDiNro
OF THE
MAR 20 2020
GREG ABBOTT
Governor of Texas
Governor has the express authority to suspend the provisions of any regulatory
statute prescribing the procedures for conduct of state business or the orders or
rules of a state agency if strict compliance with the provisions, orders, or rules
would in any way prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in coping with a
disaster:
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GREG ABBOTT, Governor of Texas, under the
authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do
hereby suspend Section 41.007(b) of the Texas Election Code to the extent
necessary to postpone the runoff primary election date until Tuesday, July 14,
2020. I further hereby suspend Section 41.007(d) of the Texas Election Code to
the extent necessary to allow for the runoff primary election to be held on the
same date as the special election for Texas State Senate District No. 14, which has
already been ordered for Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Finally, I hereby suspend
Section 41.008 of the Texas Election Code to the extent it would preclude holding
the runoff primary election on July 14, 2020.
Early voting by personal appearance shall begin on Monday, July 6, 2020, in
accordance with Section 85.001(b) of the Texas Election Code.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I
have hereto signed my name and
have officially caused the Seal of
State to be affixed at my office in the
City of Austin, Texas, this the 20th
day of March, 2020.
Secretary of State
FILDiNro
OF THE
MAR 20 2020
GREG ABBOTT
Governor of Texas
city of lampasas economic development corp. 3/19/20
Subject:COVID-19 Update from the City/LEDC
From:Mandy Walsh <mwalsh@cityoflampasas.com>(Add as Preferred Sender)
Date:Thu, Mar 19, 2020 7:42 pm
To:Mandy Walsh <mwalsh@cityoflampasas.com>
Good evening,
It would be hard to put into words how much our lives have changed in the past week. Likewise, the weeks ahead will no doubt present us with issues that would have been unimaginable a little more than a week ago. COVID-19, unfortunately, looks like it will be a part of our lives for the foreseeable future so I wanted to be a resource to each of you as best I can.
Based on the Governor’s Order today, the City has prepared the attached press release that is being distributed this evening. We are requesting compliance with the Governor’s Order as follows:
In addition, City Hall will be closed to public access beginning tomorrow, March 20th. Staff will be available to assist by phone or by appointment, and the drive-through service window will remain open.
Here are a few resources I would like to provide for you and your business:
I know this is a lot of information to digest at one time, but I’m here to help. I will continue researching potential grant/loan opportunities for small businesses affected by COVID-19. Additionally, if there are any you may be aware of, please share so I may distribute to everyone.
Please feel free to reach out to me at any time via email or my cell number listed below. This is uncharted territory for us and we are all doing our best to navigate so if you have questions, concerns, need more resources, continued updates, etc. please do not hesitate to let me know. I’ll do my best to keep everyone informed.
We are in this together.
From:Mandy Walsh <mwalsh@cityoflampasas.com>(Add as Preferred Sender)
Date:Thu, Mar 19, 2020 7:42 pm
To:Mandy Walsh <mwalsh@cityoflampasas.com>
Good evening,
It would be hard to put into words how much our lives have changed in the past week. Likewise, the weeks ahead will no doubt present us with issues that would have been unimaginable a little more than a week ago. COVID-19, unfortunately, looks like it will be a part of our lives for the foreseeable future so I wanted to be a resource to each of you as best I can.
Based on the Governor’s Order today, the City has prepared the attached press release that is being distributed this evening. We are requesting compliance with the Governor’s Order as follows:
- Dine-in options at restaurants and bars will be prohibited. Carry-out and drive-through options ONLY.
- Gyms and recreational facilities will also close.
- No social gatherings of more than 10 people.
- No visits to nursing homes, retirement or long-term facilities unless providing critical assistance.
- Schools to remain closed.
In addition, City Hall will be closed to public access beginning tomorrow, March 20th. Staff will be available to assist by phone or by appointment, and the drive-through service window will remain open.
Here are a few resources I would like to provide for you and your business:
- Apply for SBA Assistance Now & Texas Division of Emergency Management - I reached out to the Texas Division of Emergency Management after hearing businesses could not complete the Economic Injury Form. Their response was the form is no longer required and the following steps are in place.
- The SBA now requires each state to show it has at least (5) companies with proven economic injury as a result of COVID-19.
- Governor Abbott formally requested emergency designation for Texas to receive small business disaster loans from the SBA on March 17th.
- Once the SBA grants a declaration, businesses STATEWIDE will be able to apply for EIDL assistance.
- Texas companies can apply online via the SBA application system once the declaration is granted. It is estimated that a designation decision will take place March 22nd. I will be sure to update you once I know!
- Texas Downtown Association – latest news on funding, small business resources and ideas from other communities.
- Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives – provides resources for businesses during crisis.
- Governor Greg Abbott – updates from the Governor’s office regarding COVID-19.
- Apply for a Facebook Grant – Facebook is offering $100M in cash grants and credits to help small businesses during COVID-19. Be sure to sign up for updates as they roll out their program.
I know this is a lot of information to digest at one time, but I’m here to help. I will continue researching potential grant/loan opportunities for small businesses affected by COVID-19. Additionally, if there are any you may be aware of, please share so I may distribute to everyone.
Please feel free to reach out to me at any time via email or my cell number listed below. This is uncharted territory for us and we are all doing our best to navigate so if you have questions, concerns, need more resources, continued updates, etc. please do not hesitate to let me know. I’ll do my best to keep everyone informed.
We are in this together.
city of lampasas 3/19/20
from lampasas isd 3/19/20
Parents,
As you may have heard, Governor Abbott has canceled all schools until April 3, 2020. All UIL activities have been canceled through at least May 4, 2020.
Lampasas ISD plans to continue the feeding and online instructional efforts as planned and communicated.
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
We ask that you continue to work with us as we work to provide for the needs of our kids. Thanks and God bless Lampasas ISD and our community.
Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Lampasas ISD
As you may have heard, Governor Abbott has canceled all schools until April 3, 2020. All UIL activities have been canceled through at least May 4, 2020.
Lampasas ISD plans to continue the feeding and online instructional efforts as planned and communicated.
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
We ask that you continue to work with us as we work to provide for the needs of our kids. Thanks and God bless Lampasas ISD and our community.
Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Lampasas ISD
from lampasas isd.....
Dr. Chane Rascoe Superintendent
Sent: Wednesday, March 18, 2020
To: Lampasas ISD Recipients
Subject: Coronavirus Update
March 18th, 2020
Coronavirus Update:
Each campus office will be open for calls only beginning Monday 3/23/2020. Please limit calls to serious concerns as our office staff will be limited due to following the CDC’s recommended guidelines.
Regarding Instruction:
Dr. Bott and our instructional support staff have outlined initial plans leading into next week with each campus principal. Each campus will be meeting with their staff members beginning Monday morning to further refine and implement our instructional program moving forward. We are encouraging parents to log on to their teacher’s website and become familiar with how to access information. Our teachers will be diligently updating their websites with new information over the next week. More detailed information will be provided to parents regarding campus plans once each campus principal has outlined those plans with their staff members. Parents should expect this information by Wednesday of next week if not sooner.
Regarding Meals:
The Lampasas ISD Nutrition Services Department will be offering breakfast and lunch curbside free of charge to all children/teenagers 18 years or younger beginning on Tuesday March 24, 2020. Due to Texas Department of Agriculture regulations, the child must be in the vehicle at the time of pickup. Please stay in your vehicle while the child nutrition staff delivers your meal to the vehicle.
Times: Breakfast (only): 7:30 am till 9:00 am
Lunch (only): 11:30 am till 1:00 pm
Site #1:
Hanna Springs Elementary
604 E. Ave. F
Lampasas, TX 76550
Meals may be picked up from the parking lot on the east side of the building off Hackberry Street.
Site #2:
Taylor Creek Elementary
2096 Big Divide Rd.
Copperas Cove, TX 76522
Meals may be picked up by entering the south side entrance off Big Divide Road and driving to the back of the building.
Adult Meals:
Breakfast - $2.50
Lunch - 3.75
Existing menus may be viewed on Hanna Springs or Taylor Creek’s website: https://www.lisdtx.org/Page/5805
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
We asked that you continue to work with us as we work to provide for the needs of our kids. Thanks and God bless Lampasas ISD and our community.
Sincerely,
Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Sent: Wednesday, March 18, 2020
To: Lampasas ISD Recipients
Subject: Coronavirus Update
March 18th, 2020
Coronavirus Update:
Each campus office will be open for calls only beginning Monday 3/23/2020. Please limit calls to serious concerns as our office staff will be limited due to following the CDC’s recommended guidelines.
Regarding Instruction:
Dr. Bott and our instructional support staff have outlined initial plans leading into next week with each campus principal. Each campus will be meeting with their staff members beginning Monday morning to further refine and implement our instructional program moving forward. We are encouraging parents to log on to their teacher’s website and become familiar with how to access information. Our teachers will be diligently updating their websites with new information over the next week. More detailed information will be provided to parents regarding campus plans once each campus principal has outlined those plans with their staff members. Parents should expect this information by Wednesday of next week if not sooner.
Regarding Meals:
The Lampasas ISD Nutrition Services Department will be offering breakfast and lunch curbside free of charge to all children/teenagers 18 years or younger beginning on Tuesday March 24, 2020. Due to Texas Department of Agriculture regulations, the child must be in the vehicle at the time of pickup. Please stay in your vehicle while the child nutrition staff delivers your meal to the vehicle.
Times: Breakfast (only): 7:30 am till 9:00 am
Lunch (only): 11:30 am till 1:00 pm
Site #1:
Hanna Springs Elementary
604 E. Ave. F
Lampasas, TX 76550
Meals may be picked up from the parking lot on the east side of the building off Hackberry Street.
Site #2:
Taylor Creek Elementary
2096 Big Divide Rd.
Copperas Cove, TX 76522
Meals may be picked up by entering the south side entrance off Big Divide Road and driving to the back of the building.
Adult Meals:
Breakfast - $2.50
Lunch - 3.75
Existing menus may be viewed on Hanna Springs or Taylor Creek’s website: https://www.lisdtx.org/Page/5805
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
We asked that you continue to work with us as we work to provide for the needs of our kids. Thanks and God bless Lampasas ISD and our community.
Sincerely,
Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
Superintendent
from public health official lampasas county
March 18, 2020
Dear fellow citizens of Lampasas, This is Dr. Georgia Hay, and I am writing this to help provide information about COVID-19 which is the disease caused by a new coronavirus, SARS-CoV2, that continues to spread to many areas including Austin. I am the local public health authority for Lampasas County. I believe education is key to help contain and slow the spread of this disease. I also think this will help those who might be struggling with panic and anxiety over the pandemic while realizing the seriousness and gravity of the situation. This is a virus, which means we don’t have a cure for it and can only provide supportive care for the lung problems it causes. It is much worse than “the flu” which is caused by a different virus that does affect a lot of people, but since we have all been exposed in the past, it affects each of us differently. It also is spread over a longer time which doesn’t overwhelm our ER and hospital since the typical flu season lasts 6 months. The new coronavirus is very contagious, spread when people cough or sneeze, and from the virus staying on surfaces. It also can be spread even when symptoms are mild. Most people will likely get symptoms within 6 days of contact with another individual, but it can be anywhere from 2-14 days. It is very contagious and for those over 60 years old and those with hypertension, diabetes, lung disease and on immunosuppressive drugs for cancer or autoimmune disease there is a greater chance of respiratory problems and death. As we age, the risk and death rate go up. For those over 80, it kills 15 in every 100 infected. For those 70-79, it kills 8 out of 100 people. The overall death rate for the flu is 0.07% and the coronavirus is 4%. Due to the elevated risk for our friends and family members in that age group it becomes our responsibility to help slow down the spread of this disease. We want our hospitals and emergency rooms to be able to care for those with severe breathing problems related to COVID-19 and be there for true unrelated emergencies. There are some things we can do. Limit gatherings to 10 or less. Use drive thru functions. Avoid any unnecessary outings and travel. Wash our hands well with soap and water. Keep children at home since they often are carries of this disease with little or no symptoms. If you start to feel sick with cough and fever, stay or go home, and call your doctor’s office first for further instruction. Please do not show up unannounced as that may infect many more people who are also seeking care for unrelated illnesses. Mild symptoms can be cared for at home. I understand this causes inconvenience in our lives. I too am a working single mother with two children affected by school closures. I would like to thank you in advance for your understanding in these matters, as would all the medical providers in our area and all our citizens in the at-risk age group. Stay well.
Dear fellow citizens of Lampasas, This is Dr. Georgia Hay, and I am writing this to help provide information about COVID-19 which is the disease caused by a new coronavirus, SARS-CoV2, that continues to spread to many areas including Austin. I am the local public health authority for Lampasas County. I believe education is key to help contain and slow the spread of this disease. I also think this will help those who might be struggling with panic and anxiety over the pandemic while realizing the seriousness and gravity of the situation. This is a virus, which means we don’t have a cure for it and can only provide supportive care for the lung problems it causes. It is much worse than “the flu” which is caused by a different virus that does affect a lot of people, but since we have all been exposed in the past, it affects each of us differently. It also is spread over a longer time which doesn’t overwhelm our ER and hospital since the typical flu season lasts 6 months. The new coronavirus is very contagious, spread when people cough or sneeze, and from the virus staying on surfaces. It also can be spread even when symptoms are mild. Most people will likely get symptoms within 6 days of contact with another individual, but it can be anywhere from 2-14 days. It is very contagious and for those over 60 years old and those with hypertension, diabetes, lung disease and on immunosuppressive drugs for cancer or autoimmune disease there is a greater chance of respiratory problems and death. As we age, the risk and death rate go up. For those over 80, it kills 15 in every 100 infected. For those 70-79, it kills 8 out of 100 people. The overall death rate for the flu is 0.07% and the coronavirus is 4%. Due to the elevated risk for our friends and family members in that age group it becomes our responsibility to help slow down the spread of this disease. We want our hospitals and emergency rooms to be able to care for those with severe breathing problems related to COVID-19 and be there for true unrelated emergencies. There are some things we can do. Limit gatherings to 10 or less. Use drive thru functions. Avoid any unnecessary outings and travel. Wash our hands well with soap and water. Keep children at home since they often are carries of this disease with little or no symptoms. If you start to feel sick with cough and fever, stay or go home, and call your doctor’s office first for further instruction. Please do not show up unannounced as that may infect many more people who are also seeking care for unrelated illnesses. Mild symptoms can be cared for at home. I understand this causes inconvenience in our lives. I too am a working single mother with two children affected by school closures. I would like to thank you in advance for your understanding in these matters, as would all the medical providers in our area and all our citizens in the at-risk age group. Stay well.
lampasas county 3/18/20
Officials from Lampasas County, City of Lampasas, City of Lometa, City of Kempner, Lampasas ISD and Lometa ISD are meeting regularly to stay current on issues relating to Coronavirus (COVID19). Leadership from these governmental entities are offering the following information to the public.
As of today, Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at 9:00am, there are no confirmed cases of COVID19 in Lampasas County. We do believe inevitably that situation will change. We are urging residents to follow the recommendations provided by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) with regard to mitigation of the COVID19 virus.
The CDC recommends you do the following:
Additionally, CDC recently revised their stance on mass or large gatherings. Following the White House initiative, 15 DAYS TO SLOW THE SPREAD, CDC recommends that for the next 15 days (March 16-31, 2020), individuals, organizations and private groups should cancel or postpone in-person events that consist of 10 people or more throughout the United States.
At this time there is no vaccine to prevent COVID19. The best way to prevent the illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person, through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Individuals over the age of 60 and those with health-related issues are more susceptible to the virus and must take additional measures to be safe.
Your local government and school officials will continue to monitor the situation and is contact with federal and state officials for situational awareness and direction.
As of today, Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at 9:00am, there are no confirmed cases of COVID19 in Lampasas County. We do believe inevitably that situation will change. We are urging residents to follow the recommendations provided by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) with regard to mitigation of the COVID19 virus.
The CDC recommends you do the following:
- Cover your mouth and nose with your sleeve or elbow when you cough or sneeze.
- Clean and wash your hands often, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing or before eating.
- If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people, especially those who are sick.
- Put distance between yourself and other people. “Social Distancing” is recommended to be a minimum of six feet apart from one another.
- Stay home and limit unnecessary travel.
- If you are feeling sick or ill, stay home and consult with your local medical provider via telephone.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.
Additionally, CDC recently revised their stance on mass or large gatherings. Following the White House initiative, 15 DAYS TO SLOW THE SPREAD, CDC recommends that for the next 15 days (March 16-31, 2020), individuals, organizations and private groups should cancel or postpone in-person events that consist of 10 people or more throughout the United States.
At this time there is no vaccine to prevent COVID19. The best way to prevent the illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person, through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Individuals over the age of 60 and those with health-related issues are more susceptible to the virus and must take additional measures to be safe.
Your local government and school officials will continue to monitor the situation and is contact with federal and state officials for situational awareness and direction.
lampasas isd 3/17/20
Just wanted to provide additional guidance as we all work together through this virus issue:
Regarding compensation, we have plans to continue compensation for our staff. Our board plans to meet soon to discuss and approve a resolution regarding the details.
We are working on plans to provide more guidance for our instructional program moving forward. Teachers, please begin reviewing lesson plans in anticipation of moving to online. Please double check your website to confirm your links, email address, and everything is working correctly.
We are currently working on plans for the procedures to feed our kids. We will release that information asap.
Regarding coming to the campus, we will follow the CDC guidelines. Please work directly with your campus principal regarding access to the building. The building will be closed to the public but will have someone available on each campus by phone.
Thank and God bless Lampasas ISD
Regarding compensation, we have plans to continue compensation for our staff. Our board plans to meet soon to discuss and approve a resolution regarding the details.
We are working on plans to provide more guidance for our instructional program moving forward. Teachers, please begin reviewing lesson plans in anticipation of moving to online. Please double check your website to confirm your links, email address, and everything is working correctly.
We are currently working on plans for the procedures to feed our kids. We will release that information asap.
Regarding coming to the campus, we will follow the CDC guidelines. Please work directly with your campus principal regarding access to the building. The building will be closed to the public but will have someone available on each campus by phone.
Thank and God bless Lampasas ISD
Lampasas isd 3/16/20
March 16, 2020
To LISD’s Parents and Community
This notification is to make you aware that Lampasas ISD will be closed at a minimum through March 29, 2020. After communicating with local and state official this morning, it is imperative that our school system and community aggressively prepare for this virus. More information will be released soon regarding plans to feed our kids and provide instructional support while we are out.
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
Thanks, and God bless Lampasas ISD and our great community.
To LISD’s Parents and Community
This notification is to make you aware that Lampasas ISD will be closed at a minimum through March 29, 2020. After communicating with local and state official this morning, it is imperative that our school system and community aggressively prepare for this virus. More information will be released soon regarding plans to feed our kids and provide instructional support while we are out.
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
Thanks, and God bless Lampasas ISD and our great community.
Lometa isd 3/14/20
Lometa Independent School District
Superintendent: David Fisher Asst. Supt: Rob Moore Principal: Michael Sibberson
March 14, 2020
Update Coronavirus Containment Measures:
Lometa ISD has been diligently monitoring changing conditions and guidance regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). While as of this moment, there are no confirmed cases of Covid-19 reported in the City of Lometa or Lampasas County, neighboring and area counties have reported presumed and confirmed cases. Yesterday afternoon, President Donald Trump declared a national state of emergency due to present and potential effects of COVID-19 on our communities and our nation. Currently, healthcare officials have endorsed procedures of “social distancing” as a means of slowing, maintaining, and perhaps halting the spread of the pathogen. This concept of “social distancing” has led to the cancelations and postponements that we are seeing in many school, state, and national events including yesterday’s suspension of all Texas UIL student competition. Though the primary purpose of a school is to educate our children, it is vital that we move forward with procedures that provide the greatest safety for our students, staff, and community.
With this in mind, Lometa ISD is developing a plan that will allow us to simultaneously implement a policy of recommended social distancing while continuing to meet the academic and nutrition needs of our students. Lometa ISD instruction will move to a distance (work from home) model of instruction for the coming days or weeks, similar to procedures currently adopted by most Texas universities due to COVID-19.
This plan is fluid and developing because of the nature of the situation. We ask for patience as adjustments will be made as we adapt to meet challenges as they arise.
1. No students will physically attend Lometa school next week Monday, March 16 - Friday,
March 20 or the following week, Monday, March 23 - Friday, March. March 27.
a. This means no on-campus instruction or sanctioned activity practices will occur during
those times. b. Lometa ISD officials will continually monitor the situation to determine whether to
extend the “work from home” term beyond March 27. 2. Academic instruction will continue during the “work from home” period. This instruction will
include learning activities and required assignments in each of a student’s classes.
a. Students will receive no assignments on Monday or Tuesday, March 16 & 17 while instruction is being prepared. It is anticipated that instruction will be available Wednesday or Thursday of this week. b. Instruction will in general be paper-based, but where possible, some electronic systems
may be used.
c. Look for information early next week on exactly how materials will be provided to
students, assignments will be turned in to teachers, and how students will be able to access teacher assistance both online and over the phone.
3. To go breakfast and lunch meals will be available Monday - Friday for all students while the
“work from home” term is in place.
a. If you would like to have your student(s) eat school meals, please email their names to cafeteria@lometaisd.org, or call 512-752-3384 prior to coming to pick up food. Home delivery will be available by request to students who normally ride the bus to school. b. Breakfast and lunch pick-up - 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM (Both breakfast and lunch bags will be
provided at the same time) c. Pick-up procedures will be in place for sanitary food handling and safe transfer of food
items. We ask that a distance of 3 feet (WHO guidelines) be maintained between all people - including persons picking up food and any personnel. d. Food will be picked up in the traditional elementary drop-off line. School personnel will
be available to direct traffic and guide parents/students.
Lometa ISD officials will continue to monitor information as it becomes available and provide updates as conditions and plans evolve. It is clear that the measures we are implementing will create challenges for students, parents, and staff. We ask for your patience as we navigate this evolving situation. One thing is sure - As we live out our expectation of Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, we will emerge from this period of uncertainty as a stronger and more cohesive educational community. In doing so, we will continue to demonstrate our Hornet Pride.
Superintendent: David Fisher Asst. Supt: Rob Moore Principal: Michael Sibberson
March 14, 2020
Update Coronavirus Containment Measures:
Lometa ISD has been diligently monitoring changing conditions and guidance regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). While as of this moment, there are no confirmed cases of Covid-19 reported in the City of Lometa or Lampasas County, neighboring and area counties have reported presumed and confirmed cases. Yesterday afternoon, President Donald Trump declared a national state of emergency due to present and potential effects of COVID-19 on our communities and our nation. Currently, healthcare officials have endorsed procedures of “social distancing” as a means of slowing, maintaining, and perhaps halting the spread of the pathogen. This concept of “social distancing” has led to the cancelations and postponements that we are seeing in many school, state, and national events including yesterday’s suspension of all Texas UIL student competition. Though the primary purpose of a school is to educate our children, it is vital that we move forward with procedures that provide the greatest safety for our students, staff, and community.
With this in mind, Lometa ISD is developing a plan that will allow us to simultaneously implement a policy of recommended social distancing while continuing to meet the academic and nutrition needs of our students. Lometa ISD instruction will move to a distance (work from home) model of instruction for the coming days or weeks, similar to procedures currently adopted by most Texas universities due to COVID-19.
This plan is fluid and developing because of the nature of the situation. We ask for patience as adjustments will be made as we adapt to meet challenges as they arise.
1. No students will physically attend Lometa school next week Monday, March 16 - Friday,
March 20 or the following week, Monday, March 23 - Friday, March. March 27.
a. This means no on-campus instruction or sanctioned activity practices will occur during
those times. b. Lometa ISD officials will continually monitor the situation to determine whether to
extend the “work from home” term beyond March 27. 2. Academic instruction will continue during the “work from home” period. This instruction will
include learning activities and required assignments in each of a student’s classes.
a. Students will receive no assignments on Monday or Tuesday, March 16 & 17 while instruction is being prepared. It is anticipated that instruction will be available Wednesday or Thursday of this week. b. Instruction will in general be paper-based, but where possible, some electronic systems
may be used.
c. Look for information early next week on exactly how materials will be provided to
students, assignments will be turned in to teachers, and how students will be able to access teacher assistance both online and over the phone.
3. To go breakfast and lunch meals will be available Monday - Friday for all students while the
“work from home” term is in place.
a. If you would like to have your student(s) eat school meals, please email their names to cafeteria@lometaisd.org, or call 512-752-3384 prior to coming to pick up food. Home delivery will be available by request to students who normally ride the bus to school. b. Breakfast and lunch pick-up - 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM (Both breakfast and lunch bags will be
provided at the same time) c. Pick-up procedures will be in place for sanitary food handling and safe transfer of food
items. We ask that a distance of 3 feet (WHO guidelines) be maintained between all people - including persons picking up food and any personnel. d. Food will be picked up in the traditional elementary drop-off line. School personnel will
be available to direct traffic and guide parents/students.
Lometa ISD officials will continue to monitor information as it becomes available and provide updates as conditions and plans evolve. It is clear that the measures we are implementing will create challenges for students, parents, and staff. We ask for your patience as we navigate this evolving situation. One thing is sure - As we live out our expectation of Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, we will emerge from this period of uncertainty as a stronger and more cohesive educational community. In doing so, we will continue to demonstrate our Hornet Pride.
3/13/20 city of copperas cove
Gary D. Young, DFC|Emergency Management Coordinator 415 S. Main Street gyoung@copperascovetx.gov Copperas Cove, Texas Fax: (254)542-8953 Phone: (254)547-2514 COVID-19, Coronavirus Information – Update #1 Thursday, March 13, 2020: (Update #1) Copperas Cove, Texas -- The City continues to monitor information on Coronavirus (COVID19) being disseminated from various agencies to include National, State and Local. The City Leadership team comprised of Department Directors and Emergency Management continue to monitor and exchange information relevant to this situation and the well being of our community. At this time, City services will continue uninterrupted and no City activities or events have been cancelled. Should City services change in response to the Coronavirus or the need arise to cancel any activities or events, information will be disseminated by way of available means such as City media release, social media pages, government access channel, Cove Watch, Active Net and the Code Red Emergency notification system. Citizens may sign up for Code Red by following a link on the City of Copperas Cove website: www.copperascovetx.gov/codered Currently there is no vaccine for COVID-19, so prevention is even more critical. Reducing spread will help protect our most vulnerable populations, such as seniors and those with chronic medical conditions. You can prevent the spread of coronavirus, and also the flu, by taking these steps: Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the restroom. Also wash them before eating and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. o If there’s no soap and water, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are sick. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces you touch often with a regular household cleaning spray or wipe. Information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is being updated on a daily basis. In order to educate yourself and to stay abreast of the most current information or if you have symptoms and need guidance, please view this website: www.coronavirus.gov This website contains the most current information available and provides answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Lampasas ISD 3/12/20
March 12, 2020
TO: Lampasas ISD
FROM: Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
RE: Coronavirus
We are in constant communication with officials closely monitoring the Coronavirus. Decisions regarding events both within the district and outside the district will be made on a case by case basis following guidance from our health officials. Our district nurse, Kim Kuklies, has done an outstanding job disseminating information to our school system and community regarding this dangerous virus. She has also been extremely helpful implementing our Pandemic Exposure Plan.
We have taken considerable steps to combat this virus proactively district wide. We are using hospital grade disinfectants rated as effective against this virus. Additional custodial staff have been hired to properly clean all areas of our schools. We have procedures in place for all our kids and staff to wash their hands frequently and in accordance with the recommendations provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
We need the help of our parents and community in the practice of good hand washing away from school. Please review with your child the proper manner and importance of hand washings following the CDC's recommendations.
https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/
Additional resources to help:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3QUtQQp8W4
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/workplace-school-and-home-guidance.pdf
Thanks and God bless Lampasas ISD,
TO: Lampasas ISD
FROM: Chane Rascoe, Ed.D.
RE: Coronavirus
We are in constant communication with officials closely monitoring the Coronavirus. Decisions regarding events both within the district and outside the district will be made on a case by case basis following guidance from our health officials. Our district nurse, Kim Kuklies, has done an outstanding job disseminating information to our school system and community regarding this dangerous virus. She has also been extremely helpful implementing our Pandemic Exposure Plan.
We have taken considerable steps to combat this virus proactively district wide. We are using hospital grade disinfectants rated as effective against this virus. Additional custodial staff have been hired to properly clean all areas of our schools. We have procedures in place for all our kids and staff to wash their hands frequently and in accordance with the recommendations provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
We need the help of our parents and community in the practice of good hand washing away from school. Please review with your child the proper manner and importance of hand washings following the CDC's recommendations.
https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/
Additional resources to help:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3QUtQQp8W4
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/workplace-school-and-home-guidance.pdf
Thanks and God bless Lampasas ISD,