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Connecticut Lodging Association
Coronavirus Update 10/5/20
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CLA Human Trafficking Prevention Training- open to all lodging employees.
10/6/20 at 1:00 p.m. See below for further details or REGISTER HERE
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House leaves for October recess without reaching deal with White House on coronavirus bill |
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The House has adjourned for October recess so members may return to their districts to campaign ahead of Election Day, even though congressional Democrats have not reached a deal with White House officials for a coronavirus relief bill.
Pelosi said in a letter to her Democratic House colleagues on Friday afternoon that she and administration officials remained far apart on certain issues.
"Our negotiations with the Administration continue, and I am hopeful that we can reach agreement. However, we still have significant disagreement in key areas," Pelosi wrote. She said that she and administration officials differed on unemployment insurance benefits, schools, state and local funding, a child tax credit, testing and tracing, and appropriations. Read more.
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Coronavirus (COVID19) in Connecticut |
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Overall Summary Total**; Change Since Yesterday
COVID-19 Cases 58,297; +460
COVID-19-Associated Deaths 4,513; +2
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19 110; +3
COVID-19 PCR Tests Reported 1,673,975; +33,808
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
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Travel Advisory Updated September 14, 2020
Anyone traveling into Connecticut, New York, or New Jersey from a state that has a new daily positive test rate higher than 10 per 100,000 residents or a state with a 10% or higher positivity rate over a 7-day rolling average are directed to
- Self-quarantine for a 14-day period from the time of last contact within the identified state
- Provide proof of negative COVID-19 test results within three days of arrival to avoid quarantining
- Get tested in Connecticut and quarantine until receipt of negative test results
Travelers will now be required to complete a form upon entry into Connecticut stating their name, date of birth, state of origin, estimated length of stay and location while in Connecticut, as well as contact information. The form is required to be submitted to DPH and can be completed online by visiting ct.gov/travelform.
As of Tuesday, September 29, the following locations meet the criteria:
Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Hotels Updated
- Indoor Recreation
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Event Guidance: Indoor Events | Outdoor Events
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Gatherings Expanded: Effective, October 8
- Indoor private gatherings at commercial establishment/places of business – 50% capacity, capped at 100 people
- Indoor private gatherings at private residents – 25 people
- Outdoor private gatherings – 150 people
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 lodging industry job losses could double without fed bailout ctinsider.com
CT issues 42 COVID travel fines. But no one is enforcing the rules ctinsider.com
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Conversations with Chip Rogers, Featuring Dr. Frank Luntz, Renowned Public Opinion Researcher, Communication Consultant and the Most-Quoted Pollster in America |
Join AHLA for an exclusive LIVE keynote address from Frank Luntz, Renowned Public Opinion Researcher and Communication Consultant.
With the election now in full swing, Frank will provide his insider assessment of how each candidate is performing in different parts of the country, trends to watch in the countdown to Election Day, and other key races to watch. Register today for the opportunity to hear this highly regarded commentator.
Topics will include:
Campaign messaging strategies
Current polling & trends to watch in the countdown to Election Day
Beyond the President – Other Key Races to Watch and More!
Friday, October 16
12pm 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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DCF Human Trafficking Prevention Course for Lodging |
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Join us Tuesday, October 6 for CLA's virtual training course on Human Trafficking Prevention from the CT Department of Children and Families. This course is open to all and any lodging employees. Please register each employee who will attend the course separately.
Please send any questions in advance to info@ctlodging.org, with subject line 10/6 HTP Question. Please submit any advance questions by noon, 10/4/20.
When: Tuesday, October 6, 2020 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Pandemic Threatens Long-Term Job Security After Hospitality Industry Layoffs wnpr.org
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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: 7,359,952 +49,327
Total deaths: 208,821, +703
NEWS
31 states on DC’s latest list of high-risk states for coronavirus wtop.com
U.S. Adds 50,000 New Coronavirus Cases wsj.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
35 027 546; cases; +295 127
1 034 837; deaths; +4 628
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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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