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Connecticut Lodging Association
Coronavirus Update 7/24/20
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Reopen Connecticut: Updated Industry Rules Now Available
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While we have paused on the Phase 3 reopening of the state to protect the health of all of our residents, we have made some updates to our
industry-specific rules
after consulting with industry leaders and public health officials. These updates provide more specific guidance, as well as new recommendations for a broad range of sectors. Highlights include:
- Hotels are now permitted to provide non-essential services and amenities (e.g., valets, ice machines).
These and other sector-specific updates go into effect immediately. Businesses and non-profits that have already completed the
self-certification
process as part of Phases 1 or 2 do not need to re-register, but must comply with any new rules for their sector.
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Coronavirus (COVID19) in Connecticut
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Overall Summary Total**; Change Since Yesterday
COVID-19 Cases
48,232; +83
COVID-19-Associated Deaths
4,410; +4
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19
72; +9
COVID-19 PCR Tests Reported
685,869; 13,483
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
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As of Tuesday, July 21, there are 31 states that meet the criteria:
Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
NEW
Guidance On The Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce CISA's Identifying Critical Infrastructure During COVID-19 guidance and accompanying list are intended to support state, local, and industry partners in identifying the critical infrastructure sectors and the essential workers. Updated 6/18/20
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For COVID 19 Information Connecticut Residents Can Call 2-1-1 or text CTCOVID to 898211
NEWS
Connecticut shoreline emerges as desired travel destination as coronavirus upends summer vacation plans
courant.com
Daily coronavirus updates: Connecticut’s COVID-19 hospitalizations tick up again Thursday; More cases found in young adults in recent week
courant.com
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AHLA Update -
ACTION ALERT
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We need your help.
Congress is actively debating the next recovery package. Now is the time and we must engage. The hospitality sector has been one of the
hardest hit industries
. Without fiscal and legislative action, our industry will continue to struggle. Two Important Action Steps:
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Amplify Our Priorities:
Congress must hear from hoteliers so that
our top priorities
are included in the next package. Since the start of this crisis, our grassroots efforts have proved immensely effective in supporting our industry’s efforts at the state, local, and federal level. We cannot do this without your support!
AHLA will launch A National Day of Action -- Save Hotel Jobs -- next Wednesday, July 29th. This effort is designed to provide a platform to you – our valued members - to support legislative action. On July 29th we want 100,000 of your letters to flood the offices of Members of Congress. Please add the date to your calendar and look for more information from us in the coming days on ways to engage – we’ll make it easy for you with draft letters and call scripts.
In the meantime, let’s start now. AHLA has put forth a
set of priorities
that will help mitigate the widespread economic loss and reduction in workforce opportunities so that our industry can begin to recover and rebuild.
Our priorities MUST be included in the COVID 4 relief legislation.
2.
New Survey:
Help us make the case for Congress: As part of the Front Desk Feedback survey series, we have
7 questions
for you. All responses will be anonymized, and no individual member information will be shared. The deadline is COB Monday, July 27.
Thank you for all you do to help our industry.
COVID-19 Precautions for Hotels
, a new course! COVID-19 Precautions for Hotels, created in consultation with the AHLA's Safe Stay Advisory Council, presents united industry guidelines endorsed by all major U.S. hotel brands to help hotel operators achieve their top priority – protecting guests and employees against the coronavirus.
REGISTER HERE
for the course.
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Webinars
Hospitality Laundry: Remaining Guest Ready in the COVID-19 World
Presented by AHLA Allied Member PureStar
Tuesday, July 28 @2pm EDT
Safe Stay Webinar
Wednesday, July 29th @ 3pm EDT
*Please login using your member ID to view the webinars.
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CRA: Blueprint For Restaurant Revival
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The National Restaurant Association sent the
“Blueprint for Restaurant Revival” to Congress. The comprehensive policy and legislative plan outlines specific and immediate action the federal government should take to stabilize the industry in the short-term and set the foundation for long-term rebuilding. Take action and ask your member of Congress to support the Blueprint for Restaurant Revival.
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‘Decimated’ Hotel Industry Seeks More Virus Relief From Congress
about.bgov.com
Hotel Industry, Reeling From Covid-19 Economic Fallout, Lays Out Priorities For Covid 4.0
hotelnewsresource.com
Is it safe to stay in a hotel amid the coronavirus pandemic?
usatoday.com
Maine hotel offers to pay for coronavirus test as a way to draw more guests
wmtw.com
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Lodging Reopening Guidelines and Resources
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Guidelines:
PPP Application Deadline Extension - The federal government has extended the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) until August 8. Businesses that haven’t yet applied for a PPP loan can find a list of SBA-approved banks and credit unions that accept PPP applications at
sba.gov/paycheckprotection/find
CT Office of Tourism: New So Good to See You safety videos- These videos spotlight the many protocols businesses across the state have put in place to welcome visitors back safely. Each video includes interviews with a sampling of our restaurant, lodging and attraction leaders who showcase how well-prepared the entire Connecticut tourism industry is for the return of our residents and area visitors alike. To see all Tourism Safety videos
CLICK HERE. Download Lodging Safety Video
HERE.
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COVID19: What is the current situation?
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Total cases:
3,952,273; +70,106
Total deaths:
142,755; +1,078
NEWS
Medical experts urge US to shut down and start over as coronavirus cases surpass 4 million
cnn.com
Coronavirus updates: Health experts call for country to shut down again; Fauci says he wouldn't eat inside a restaurant because of COVID-19
usatoday.com
Coronavirus updates: 'This virus is controllable,' WHO says
abcnews.go.com
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CDC Resources
COVID-19 Travel Recommendations
- The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.
- CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential international travel. CDC recommends that travelers avoid travel to Brazil, China, Iran, Most European Countries, United Kingdom and Ireland
- U.S. Travel: Travel increases your chances of getting and spreading COVID-19. Do not travel if you are sick, or if you have been around someone with COVID-19 in the past 14 days. Do not travel with someone who is sick. Protect yourself and others during your trip.
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World Health Organization Situation Report
who.int
15 012 731; cases; +247 225
619 150;
deaths; +7 097
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The Connecticut Lodging Association is a trade association representing and promoting the lodging industry in Connecticut. Want to know about CLA benefits and membership? Visit us at
ctlodging.org/membership
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