Newsday Tuesday | 04/07/2020

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON April 7, 2020 Get the Latest Information We are here for you during this time of uncertainty, and we continue to monitor and share information on the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak at WestonFL.org/Coronavirus. Click the link below to learn more. Learn More » Mayor Daniel J. Stermer Tests Positive for COVID-19 City of Weston Mayor Daniel J. Stermer has been feeling under the weather since March 31 and began self-quarantine at that time. He was tested for COVID-19 at the Cleveland Clinic drive thru on April 2. Three days later he was notified that he tested positive. He was advised to remain in quarantine until at least April 14. Ever the optimist and a fighter, he continues to work from home.  Read More » Weston Shines in White In Support of Our Front Line Heroes Shine in White Weston is a citywide effort to show support to those working on the front lines, from medical professionals to inspectors and clerks. We envision the city awash in white lights in windows and on balconies and ribbons tied on trees. We also encourage everyone to wear white on Wednesdays. Shine in White starts tomorrow (Wednesday, April 8, 2020) and concludes when the Safer at Home order is lifted. Residents are also urged to post their Shine in White photos and videos on social media by using the hashtag #ShineInWhite #Weston and include inspiring messages to front line professionals. Learn More » Use of Cloth Face Masks Encouraged in Weston The City of Weston encourages everyone to use a cloth facial covering when outside of the home, consistent with the CDC's new guidelines (see Weston Emergency Order 2020-08). When worn properly, a cloth face mask will help people who may have the virus (and do not know it) from transmitting it to others, especially when worn during times that social distancing can be difficult or compromised, like grocery shopping. Cloth masks can be made easily at home by using pieces of fabric, bandanas, shirts, etc. Learn More » Weston's Annual Royal Egg Hunt Canceled The Royal Egg Hunt that was to take place on Saturday, April 11 has been canceled due to the coronavirus public health threat. Keep up to date on event and meeting notices and cancellations by clicking below.  City Calendar of Events and Meetings » Vacation Rentals Suspended Thinking of taking your family on a social distancing "staycation"? Think again. The state of Florida has issued Executive Order 20-87 which suspends all vacation rental operations. Vacation rentals are prohibited from making new reservations or booking and may not accept new guests for check-in for the duration of the order. Learn More » Not Yet Counted? Complete the 2020 Census Today There is still time. We’re in the top 10% in the state of Florida, but we need you to be counted. Help fund schools, hospitals, emergency preparedness and many other vital programs. Don’t wait and click below to complete the Census. Complete the 2020 Census Questionnaire » Residential Bulk Trash Collection Postponed New Dates in May Due to the coronavirus outbreak, the bulk trash service scheduled for April has been postponed to May 27 through 30. Learn More » Take Care of Your Mental Health The COVID-19 outbreak can be overwhelming and can seriously affect your emotional health. It's important to take care of yourself. The Substance and Mental Health Administration’s (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline provides support and counseling to anyone who seeks help to cope with the mental and emotional effects related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Disaster Distress Helpline is available 24/7, 365-days-a-year. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.  To connect with community, health and disaster services through a 24/7 phone service in Broward County call 2-1-1 or (954) 537-0211 or text your zip code to 898211.  Disaster Distress Helpline »

SIBeHealthy Wellness Series The City of Sunny Isles Beach Cultural & Community Services Department wants to help our residents stay active and healthy while we remain at home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We have put together a virtual wellness series called SIBeHealthy to keep our program participants engaged from the safety of home. Mark your calendars for these upcoming dates. Watch Live on SIB-TV Tune in to SIB-TV (Atlantic Broadband channel 662) and follow along with live wellness classes from home. At-Home Strength & Resistance Training Monday, April 6 at 10 am Class schedule is subject to change. Information on additional classes is available at sibfl.net/sibehealthy. On-Demand YouTube Videos SIBeHealthy videos will be available to watch anytime on our YouTube Channel. Subscribe to our channel to get notified when new uploads are added.   Upcoming Classes Basketball Chair Yoga Cheer Hip Hop Karate Soccer Strength & Resistance Tai Chi Volleyball Yoga YouTube Channel For more information, call 305.792.1706.

Leon County Government Employment Opportunities - 4.6.20

LEON COUNTY GOVERNMENT

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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If you are driven by making a difference on the issues that matter most to our community and committed to demonstrating results, exceeding expectations in areas of customer service and exercising responsible stewardship of our community’s resources, then you may have what it takes to join our team. 

 Do you want to join the Leon County team?  Apply Online.

CLOSING DATE: April 17, 2020

Housing Rehabilitation Specialist

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

911 System Specialist

OPEN CONTINUOUSLY

Paramedic (PRN)

EMT (PRN)

Consolidated Dispatch Agency

 Public Safety Communications Operator (Open Continuously)

http://www.talgov.com/employment/cda-psco.aspx

 For additional information on Leon County employment opportunities:

Visit LeonCountyFL.gov/HR/jobs

Call our Job Line at (850) 606-2403

Watch Channel 16 on Comcast and CenturyLink

Visit Human Resources, 315 South Calhoun Street, 2nd Floor, Suite #210

Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer

People Focused.  Performance Driven

      
850.606.5300  |  cmr@LeonCountyFL.gov  |  www.LeonCountyFL.gov
301 S. Monroe St., Suite 502, Tallahassee, FL 32301

Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos Authorizes New Funding Flexibilities to Support Continued Learning During COVID-19 National Emergency

Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos Authorizes New Funding Flexibilities to Support Continued Learning During COVID-19 National Emergency

WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced today a new streamlined process for providing states funding flexibilities to best meet the needs of students and educators during the COVID-19 national emergency. The new flexibilities, authorized under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, allow schools to repurpose existing K-12 education funds for technology infrastructure and teacher training on distance learning, among other flexibilities to move resources to areas of highest need during the national emergency. 

“Across the country, students, teachers and families are proving that learning can and does happen anywhere,” said Secretary DeVos. “By extending additional funding flexibility to schools, we are helping to ensure student learning continues and supporting teachers as they transition to virtual classrooms. Local leaders have asked for the ability to steer more resources to local needs, and these new tools will help them do just that.”    

The CARES Act, signed into law by President Donald J. Trump on March 27, now allows states and school districts to devote more of their federal resources to technology infrastructure to support distance learning for students and for professional development for teachers who are teaching remotely, many for the first time. By providing a streamlined process to obtain funding flexibilities, states will be able to quickly make decisions to meet the needs of their students.

Any state may complete a brief form available at oese.ed.gov, and it will receive an initial determination within one business day. Using the form, states can receive flexibility in the use of funds and other requirements covered under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA), including the Title I, Parts A-D, Title II, Title III, Part A, Title IV, Parts A-B, and Title V programs. Specifically, states may request a waiver of:

Section 1127(b) of Title I, Part A of the ESEA to waive the 15% carryover limitation for Title I, Part A funds;
Section 421(b) of the General Education Provisions Act (GEPA) to extend the period of availability of prior fiscal year funds, for Title I, Parts A-D, Title II, Title III, Part A, Title IV, Parts A-B, and Title V, Part B programs, and the McKinney-Vento Homeless Children and Youth program;
Section 4106(d) of Title IV, Part A of the ESEA to waive a needs assessment to justify the use of funds;
Section 4106(e)(2)(C), (D), and (E) of Title IV, Part A of the ESEA to waive content-specific spending requirements;
Section 4109(b) of Title IV, Part A of the ESEA to waive spending restrictions on technology infrastructure; andSection 8101(42) of the ESEA to waive the definition of “professional development,” which might otherwise limit the ability to quickly train school leaders and teachers on topics like effective distance learning techniques.

This action follows the Department’s earlier announcement of a turnkey waiver process allowing states to cancel federally-mandated standardized testing, in response to widespread school closures in the wake of the declaration of a national emergency. Since that announcement, Secretary DeVos has approved waivers for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. It further builds on the Department’s actions to support states and local education leaders since the outbreak of COVID-19, including guidance on ensuring students with disabilities have access to distance learning opportunities and providing an extension for states that need additional time to develop career and technical education plans under the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21^st Century Act (Perkins V).

The Department continues to update www.ed.gov/coronavirus with information for students, parents, educators and local leaders about how to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit the following websites: coronavirus.gov, cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html, and usa.gov/coronavirus.