Mike Cully
Executive Director
mcully@orcities.org
Kevin Toon
Communications Director
ktoon@orcities.org
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Submit your questionDue to the ongoing health concerns from COVID-19, the LOC office is closed until further notice and all staff is teleworking. The entire LOC team continues to support our members using electronic communication, and will be utilizing teleconferencing tools to facilitate meetings. We're still here for you - contact us for information and resources via phone or email.
Sept. 4, 2020, Salem, Ore.
At a press briefing this morning, Governor Brown also addressed the need for health and safety during Labor Day weekend, and the ongoing protests in Portland. more
Join the Upcoming Coronavirus Conference Call
This week will be joined by our partners from Governor Brown’s office, the Oregon Health Authority, and the Oregon Office of Emergency Management. There will be Q&A time to get your questions answered.
The updated guidance focuses on use of funds to cover payroll, and added additional guidance on school reopening and water infrastructure. In addition, 57 cities have yet to register on the CRF portal and need to take action ASAP. more
FEMA has issued guidance which narrows the eligibility for personal protective equipment (PPE) reimbursement through the agency’s public assistance grant. more
As Oregon counties are approved to reopen, find the latest information on guidelines for restaurants, retail shops, parks, events, workplaces and more.
What should a business owner tell a customer who is not wearing a face covering?
Answer from the OHA: If your business is requiring face coverings and has posted clear signs as required under the Mask and Face Covering Guidance, you can ask the individual politely if they cannot wear a face covering because of a medical condition or disability. If they answer yes, then you should not require them to wear a face covering. It is not appropriate or allowed to ask an individual what their medical condition is or to make them provide proof of their medical condition or disability. If they answer no, then consider politely offering them a face covering, provide them with other options (e.g., online shopping) to find what they need, or ask them to come back with a face covering.
Each week, the LOC holds a conference call with our members and selected partners to discuss topics related to COVID-19.
Every Friday at 10:05 a.m. we are joined by partner organizations such as Governor Brown’s office, the Oregon Health Authority, the Office of Emergency Management and the National League of Cities.
Oregon Health Authority
The OHA is the leading source of data and information regarding the Coronavirus pandemic in Oregon.
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Information and guidance for individuals regarding the current outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
The LOC has assembled a wealth of relevant and up-to-date resources, including guidance, funding sources, information, and more to assist cities responding to the COVID-19 pandemic:
We have gathered resources that cities can share with their community members, to help inform and protect citizens:
