March 11, 2020

C AI Greater Houston Members,

We understand the growing concern surrounding coronavirus (COVID-19) across our communities, and our hearts go out to all those who have been impacted.

Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic — watch the press conference (00:10:05) . Additionally, the Houston Health Department (HHD) declared a public health emergency and announced new recommendations aimed at reducing risk of COVID-19 exposure — the announcement can be found here.    

The emergency health declaration by HHD will remain in place for seven days in Houston, at which point public officials will vote on whether or not to extend the emergency. You'll note on page 2, under Events and Community Gathering Considerations, HHD recommends if feasibly possible to avoid bringing large groups of people together a nd consider postponing events and gatherings.  

In an abundance of caution and with our members health and safety in mind, CAI Greater Houston is implementing a three week social distancing policy, effective March 11, 2020. Social distancing is a public health act that limits exposure to communicable health diseases by restricting person-to-person contact. As it relates to our chapter, we are cancelling CAI Greater Houston meetings and events through April 1, 2020.

Meetings and events impacted by this decision include:

  • March 12: Community Outreach Committee Meeting
  • March 13: Trade Show Committee Meeting
  • March 19: TAMTL Committee Meeting
  • March 24: Membership Committee Meeting
  • March 28: Trash Bash*
  • April 1: Insurance Jeopardy Luncheon

If you are on one of these committees, you will hear from your chair(s) soon. Please note that our decision in no way impacts decisions being made by other CAI chapters or CAI National.

We believe these are appropriate and prudent steps in light of the current information available to us. As the situation evolves, we will continue to send you updates.

Stay healthy!