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Connecticut Lodging Association
Coronavirus Update 8/31/20
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In accordance with Public Act No. 19-4 (See Sec. 1) - AN ACT INCREASING THE MINIMUM FAIR WAGE, effective September 1, 2020 Connecticut’s minimum wage will increase from $11.00 per hour to $12.00 per hour.
Future wage increases are scheduled for:
- $13.00 on August 1, 2021;
- $14.00 on July 1, 2022; and
- $15.00 on June 1, 2023.
To review the Governor’s 2019 press release, click here.
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Coronavirus (COVID19) in Connecticut |
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Overall Summary Total**; Change Since Yesterday
COVID-19 Cases 52,495; +145
COVID-19-Associated Deaths 4,465; +0
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19 60; +4
COVID-19 PCR Tests Reported 1,125,398; +13997
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
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As of Tuesday, August 25, the following locations meet the criteria:
Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, Nevada, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Wisconsin
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 8/18/20
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For COVID 19 Information Connecticut Residents Can Call 2-1-1 or text CTCOVID to 898211
NEWS
CT Lawmakers Push Back Against Coronavirus Testing Policies patch.com
CT Coronavirus Updates: 145 New Cases, 4 More Hospitalizations patch.com
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AHLA Update: The Forum Speaker Series: Chicago Mayor, Hyatt CEO
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The next Forum Speaker Series conversation features two great leaders in the City of Chicago: Mark Hoplamazian, President & CEO, Hyatt Hotels Corporation and AHLA Vice Chair of the Board, and Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, 56th Mayor of the City of Chicago.
Topics include:
- Developing community in a time of crisis
- Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Creating a leadership style to match the times
Monday, August 31
10am EDT
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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
*Please login using your member ID to view the webinars.
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Lodging Reopening Guidelines and Resources |
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Guidelines:
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: 5,934,824
Total deaths: 182,149
NEWS
FDA willing to fast track coronavirus vaccine before phase three trials end cnbc.com
US coronavirus cases near 6 million as Birx says don't wait for vaccine to 'do the right thing' cnn.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
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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
25 085 685; cases; +262 146
843 927; deaths; +5 560
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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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