“As one of the communities hardest-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, our recovery has been among the slowest because of the racial disparities and limited resources. Despite the public health statistics, vaccination hubs have not been close to those who need it most. With the number of eligible New Yorkers growing and new variants on the rise, it is imperative that we remove the barriers to give Black and Brown families a fighting chance.
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“One year ago, we stood face-to-face with a public health crisis that would challenge us in unprecedented ways. District 45 was among the hardest-hit communities. We lost loved ones that we longed to see, embrace, share laughs and experiences. As New Yorkers, we overcame the darkest period of this pandemic by relying upon each other’s courage and strength. We were inspired by our frontline and essential workers who risked their lives to save and serve others.
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It can be overwhelming to hear around-the-clock updates on the spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), as well as our city’s preparedness and response.
Because of this, I have enclosed a compilation of the changes implemented to-date for your easy reference. You can also register to receive any new developments related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) in English when you text COVID to 692-692 or in Spanish when you text COVIDESP to 692-692.
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By order of Mayor Bill de Blasio, all NYC Public School will be closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16 to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and plan to reopen on Monday, April 20.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Kristia Winter
718-629-2900 / KWinter@council.nyc.gov
NEW YORK, NY — Council Member Farah N. Louis (D-Brooklyn) issued the following statement after the New York City Council implemented preventative measures due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), suspending all legislative activities, closing its offices at 250 Broadway and throughout the five boroughs.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Kristia Winter
718-629-2900 / KWinter@council.nyc.gov
NEW YORK, NY — Council Member Farah N. Louis (D-Brooklyn) issued the following statement after a student at Brooklyn College tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19.
STATEMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBER LOUIS
“On Thursday evening, a member of the Brooklyn College community tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Dear Neighbor,
Yesterday, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Coronavirus (COVID-19) as a global pandemic. As of this morning, there were more than 60 confirmed cases in the city and over 200 statewide.
If you recently returned to New York from China, Iran, South Korea, Italy or Japan and you do not have symptoms, the Health Department requires that you home self-monitor.
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