Connecticut Lodging Association
Coronavirus Update 3/16/2021
Paolino Public Affairs Consulting, Inc. Legislative Report - 03/12/21
Next week the Connecticut General Assembly plans to meet for its third legislative session of the year. The complete list of bills that will be discussed has not yet been released, but we will inform you when it is. Governor Ned Lamont also signed into law one of the emergency certified bills that passed out of the senate last week: The CROWN Act. 
 
Additionally, President Joe Biden signed the $1.9 trillion stimulus relief bill yesterday afternoon that will bring an estimated $10 billion to Connecticut. The bill includes funding $870 million for municipal aid to Connecticut cities and towns, 2.6 billion to Connecticut’s state government, $142 million for capital projects, $1.8 billion in educational aid, and $691 million to Connecticut counties, which will be dispersed to municipalities in proportion to their populations. The third round of stimulus payments to individuals was also included in this package. $1,400 checks should start to hit bank accounts this weekend.
Coronavirus (COVID19) in Connecticut
Connecticut Update: as of March 15, 2020 4:00 p.m. portal.ct.gov/coronavirus
Overall Summary Total**; Change Since Yesterday
COVID-19 Cases 293,102; +2,525
COVID-19 Tests Reported; 7,200,392; +85,569
Daily Test Positivity; 2.95%
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19; 407; +26
COVID-19-Associated Deaths; 7,788; +23
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
U.S. - COVID19: What is the current situation?
Cases & Latest Updates 3/15/21 Cases in U.S.
Total cases: 29,269,590 +40,428
Total deaths: 532,355 +589
Global
World Health Organization Situation Report who.int
119 791 453; cases; +334,423
2 652 966; deaths; +5,245

Connecticut News

Lamont confident everyone 16 and older will be eligible for COVID vaccine April 5 ctpost.com

CT restaurants gearing up for 100% capacity allowed starting March 19 wtnh.com
National News

The US is now in a vulnerable spot with Covid-19. Don't make the same mistakes Europe did, Fauci says cnn.com

Millions more Americans can now get Covid-19 vaccines, including teachers in all 50 states
Hotel News
More U.S. Travelers Are Flying Again Despite COVID-19 Risks npr.org

The (Near) Future of Hotel Travel Is Here

How Hoteliers Are Inducing Future Demand

4 ways to use big data to enhance guest service and maximize hotel revenue hospitalitynet.org
AHLA Releases Updated Safe Stay Guidelines

One year into the coronavirus pandemic, safety and cleanliness remain the top concerns for hotel guests and employees. This is why our Safe Stay initiative continues to be a leading priority for AHLA and our industry. We are pleased to share a new version of our Safe Stay protocols, which include:

  • Updated CDC guidance on employee vaccination resources, workplace health and safety, and indoor air quality information;  

  • A Meetings and Events Checklist as a tool for long-term planning to ensure the best public health practices are utilized by businesses, organizations hosting future meetings and events; and  

  • A Safe Stay One-Pager with an overview of the industry’s commitment to health and safety protocols for employees and guests. 
Employment Opportunity: Visit New Haven Part-time Tourism Manager
Visit New Haven is seeking a professional manager with excellent interpersonal skills and extensive experience with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and attention to detail are necessary for success in this role. Prior experience in the travel and tourism industry is preferred but not required.
STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending 6 March
HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee—U.S. weekly hotel occupancy reached a 20-week high, according to STR‘s latest data through 6 March. 

28 February through 6 March 2021 (percentage change from comparable week in 2020):

  • Occupancy: 49.0% (-20.5%)
  • Average daily rate (ADR): US$98.30 (-21.9%)
  • Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$48.13 (-37.9%)

While demand has improved in in many states, most markets remain deep in recessionary territory when indexed to 2019 levels. Year-over-year comparisons with 2020 are beginning to turn favorable as the country hits the one-year anniversary of its earliest pandemic restrictions. Additional insights on the week's performance can be found via STR's Market Recovery Monitor.
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