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COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan- What We Know |
The Town of Lexington is monitoring the availability of COVID-19 vaccines and preparing for the eventual vaccination of the general public.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is charged with determining the distribution plan for the vaccine.
The Town is updating plans for large-scale vaccination of residents to ensure that doses of the vaccine are given quickly and efficiently when they arrive in Lexington.
At this time, local health departments will only be involved with vaccinating the general public in Phase 3 (April 2021) of the State’s distribution plan, but that is subject to change.
Phase 2, where adults 65+ will be vaccinated, is not planned to be administered by local health departments. If this changes, the public will be notified.
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Learning About Our Police Department |
The Lexington Police Department recently released a series of short 1-2 minute videos detailing the different ways they serve our community.
The videos are broken out into the following categories:
- Overview of the Police Department
- Patrols, Crime, and Emergencies
- Community Services & Programs
- Programming & Training
- Traffic and Vehicle Crashes
- Working with Other Departments and Committees
- Our Police Station
The video series is part of a broader effort to give the community a better understanding of policing in Lexington. Prior to the release of the videos, they developed an FAQ to answer the community's questions based on the September 29 Community Conversation on Race/Social Equity, Diversity, and Policing.
The Lexington Police Department looks forward to maintaining an open dialogue with the community. Please contact the Department by phone at 781-862-1212, or via email with any questions or concerns. |
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8th Annual MLK Day of Service on January 18 |
This year marks the 28th commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and the 8th Annual MLK Day of Service. The MLK Day of Service is a day dedicated to helping those in need through volunteering and donation.
We need YOU
We're encouraging people of all ages to participate in events and activities to serve others. United in philanthropy, and under the auspices of the Town Celebrations Committee, our target this year is to serve 2,500+ people through 700+ volunteers.
Unlike years past when we would volunteer in a gathered setting, we have adjusted this year’s MLK Day of Service to be a virtual Day of Service for most of our activities in order to keep our community safe and healthy.
We hope you will take some time to join us online or in-person safely following social distancing and masking guidelines at this year’s events and activities.
A very special thank you to our elite sponsors at Chinese American Association of Lexington, LexPride, and Lexington Interfaith Clergy Association.
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The Psychological Consequences of Racism in the Black Community; Virtual Event Jan. 27 |
As part of their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Series, the Human Services Department will host a virtual event on the psychological consequences of racism in the Black community.
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
6:30-8:00 PM
You will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining Zoom meeting details.
Presentation by:
Dr. Maryam M. Jernigan-Noesi
Founder/CEO, Jernigan & Associates, LLC
About the Program
Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups experience unique race-related stressors both directly (e.g., explicit racial discrimination) and vicariously (e.g., witnessing racial discrimination in media).
As individuals directly impacted by interpersonal, institutional, and cultural racism, Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) contend with racial stressors in their personal and professional lives, which can lead to particular challenges and negative experiences.
The overall presentation will provide a brief history and overview of racial trauma and its unique consequences for Black-identified individuals. An overview of the mental and physical health consequences of race-based stress and recommendations for how to cope and treat its consequences will also be presented.
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Town Building Closures Extended Through At Least January 17 |
Effective Monday, December 14, 2020 and continuing through at least Sunday, January 17, 2021* all Town buildings (with the exception of the Police Station) will be closed to the public.
*This date was extended from January 10 until January 17 based on guidance from public health officials and is subject to be further extended.
Due to rising case numbers across Massachusetts, and for the safety of the public and Town staff, we are no longer able to be open to the public by appointment.
As was the case at the beginning of the pandemic, Town staff who have approval from their Department Head will be working remotely and will continue to provide the same high level of service that our residents and businesses have come to expect. Essential in-person services provided by the Police, Fire, Public Works, and Public Facilities Departments will continue uninterrupted.
Library Update
The Executive Board of the Library Trustees met briefly on January 6, 2021 to discuss the status of library services. The library will remain in its current service mode (virtual services only) until the Board reconvenes mid-January. At that time we hope to announce a date for restarting our holds pickup service.
Thank you for your patience.
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Lexington Town Office Building
1625 Massachusetts Avenue
*We are currently closed to the public, but are available remotely.
Hours:
Mon., Wed., Thurs.: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tues.: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Fri.: 8:30 AM -1:00 PM
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