eNotification: Coronavirus Update #8

From the City of Weston | Coronavirus Update #8 April 1, 2020 | 10:00 a.m.

Social Distancing (and Washing Hands) Still the Best Way to Fight the Spread The City of Weston has issued Emergency Order 2020-07 effective at 12:01 a.m. on April 1, 2020, in an effort to further enforce social distancing. This order calls for the closure of all HOA/Condo common use recreational facilities. It does not affect homeowners that have such amenities at their own home. Specifically: Section 1: All pools, hot tubs, golf courses, tennis courts, basketball courts, fitness centers, gymnasiums and other common use recreational facilities, whether of a commercial or noncommercial nature, are closed for all purposes. Notwithstanding the foregoing, this order does not apply to sidewalks, streets and common mailboxes. In addition, notwithstanding the foregoing, this order does not apply to any pool, hot tub, tennis court, basketball court, fitness center, gymnasium or other recreational facility located: a) on a single family residential lot, or, b) at any townhouse, duplex, or villa, and which is for exclusive recreational or leisure use of the inhabitants of such individual dwelling unit. This order also adopts the emergency orders put into place by Miami-Dade County (Broward County's orders were already adopted by a prior order.) This streamlines the rules and regulations that are in place across both counties. These actions are being taken as measures to stop the spread of the Coronavirus during this public health emergency. We understand this is an inconvenience to residents but a necessary one for the health and welfare of our community and we thank you for your cooperation.   Read the full order at City of Weston Emergency Order 2020-07 Read more at WestonFL.org/Coronavirus.

"Safer at Home" Order Still in Effect A reminder that the Emergency Order 2020-05 ("Safer at Home" Order) is still in effect until the Local State of Emergency is lifted. The "Safer at Home" Order calls for residents to restrict outings to essential business only and allows for other specific essential tasks.  Parents - please review these guidelines with your children and teens. EXAMPLES OF WHAT IS PERMITTED: You can Go to the grocery, convenience or hardware store Go to the pharmacy Visit a health care professional for medical services that cannot be provided virtually (call first) Go to a restaurant for take-out or drive-thru Care for or support a family member or friend Take a walk, ride your bike, jog and be outdoors for exercise — with at least six feet between you and others Walk your pets and take them to the veterinarian Help someone to get necessary supplies Receive deliveries from any business which delivers This order defines the observance of social distancing practices and measures that any business exempt from closing will need to follow. Businesses are also responsible for prohibiting sick employees to enter the workplace. BSO and the City's Code Enforcement Officers are authorized to enforce all Emergency Orders that are in place.

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FREE Internet and Other Programs Available With the increasing need for internet access due to virtual learning and a large number of us working from home, several internet providers are offering free or reduced price programs. Find out if you qualify, click on "Free or Reduced Price Programs" at WestonFL.org/Coronavirus.

What to do if you are sick or have symptoms Call the Florida Department of Health at 954-412-7300 BEFORE visiting your health care provider.

The Coronavirus Outbreak In Florida: Daily Snapshot The Florida Department of Emergency Management (FDEM) is providing a daily snapshot of COVID-19 in Florida. Visit the Florida Department of Health: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/ Scroll down and click "See the Report" to view the COVID-19 Daily Report. Here's the most recent report from March 31 at 10 a.m. Get the facts regarding the number of cases in our state. View Florida’s COVID-19 Data and Surveillance Dashboard