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Connecticut Lodging Association
Coronavirus Update 8/19/20
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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 51,255; +40
COVID-19-Associated Deaths 4,456; +0
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19 47; +5
COVID-19 PCR Tests Reported 990,712; +10760
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
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As of Tuesday, August 18, the following locations meet the criteria:
Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, 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 6/18/20
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For COVID 19 Information Connecticut Residents Can Call 2-1-1 or text CTCOVID to 898211
NEWS
CT Nears 1 Million Coronavirus Tests, No Deaths Reported Tuesday patch.com
More UConn students test positive for COVID ctpost.com
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We are excited to announce an updated version of the AHLA Safe Stay Guidelines, an industry-wide, enhanced set of health and safety protocols designed to provide a safe and clean environment for all hotel guests and employees. The health and safety of our guests and employees remains the top priority for our industry. In keeping with this commitment, the evolving AHLA Safe Stay Guidelinesremain an important tool in supporting our industry.
The updated Safe Stay Guidelines include the following:
- Information on face coverings requirement in all indoor public spaces
- Updated overview on events and meetings protocols
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Member resource information on collateral available on the Safe Stay website
In addition, we have been thrilled to see far-reaching engagement from our industry to train staff on the elements of the Safe Stay Guidelines. Thank you to everyone who has adopted the recently launched COVID-19 Precautions for Hotels, an online course developed in partnership with the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI). For those who have not yet adopted this tool, we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to properly train hotel staff on the enhanced safety and cleanliness guidelines.
*Hotels are required to abide by Connecticut Regulations
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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: 5,422,242; +40,117
Total deaths: 169,870; +520
NEWS
WHO warns young people are emerging as main spreaders of the coronavirus washingtonpost.com
Coronavirus pandemic creates ‘perfect storm’ for addiction in United States foxnews.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
21 938 207; cases; +205 524
775 582; deaths; +4 712
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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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