Good evening,
Please see the important message, links, and information below from Town Administrator, Michael Gilleberto with respect to our Town’s unified response to COVID-19.
Additionally, I would like to share how this will impact North Reading Public School District events.
At this time the MIAA is still holding events, including the Girls Basketball Championship games scheduled for Wednesday, March 11th. At this time I will remind everyone of the Governor’s recommendation that is shared by the MIAA:
“The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) is moving forward to conduct the Basketball and Hockey Championship games scheduled on March 10-15. In accordance with the recommendations from Governor Baker to mitigate COVID-19, we encourage participants, spectators, workers and community members to practice good personal hygiene. We support the recommendation for -those over the age of 60- and those with underlying health issues to stay away from large crowds”.
Our school administration will continue to monitor this situation closely so please stay tuned for any possible additional communication from Principal Loprete regarding this event.
In concert with the Town of North Reading, all non-essential events and meetings scheduled to be held in the next thirty (30) days are subject to disruption, up to and including cancellation.
Additionally, as of this afternoon, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has urged districts “to cancel any out-of-state travel that they have planned” and so we will be in communication soon about upcoming travel and trips.
We understand that all of these decisions will have a number of impacts on the members of our school community. Our administrative team will be reviewing the specifics and clarifying and communicating this information through the principals, directors, and other leaders as the dates for these meetings and events approach.
As you are aware, this situation is fluid and I thank you all for your support and understanding at this time as we act in the best interest and safety for all of our staff and students.
Sincerely yours,
Patrick C. Daly
Superintendent
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Town of North Reading Update Regarding COVID -19
March 10, 2020 at 7:15 PM
Although there are currently no presumptive cases of COVID – 19 in North Reading, Town officials continue to closely follow the guidance issued by the state and federal governments. This evening, Town officials including Health, Police, Fire, Emergency Management, Schools, Parks and Recreation, Elder Services, Human Resources, Flint Memorial Library, and Administration held a planning and response meeting to discuss the impacts of Governor Baker’s declaration of a State of Emergency as well as next steps for the Town of North Reading
Based on the state’s actions cancelling in-person conferences, seminars and other discretionary gatherings scheduled and hosted by Executive Branch agencies involving external parties, residents should expect disruption to discretionary Town and School-sponsored activities, and to non-Town/School sponsored activities scheduled to be held at Town or School buildings over the next 30 days. Information regarding specific cancellations or postponements will be issued by the activity’s sponsor or host. It is important to note that Town government and departments remain in operation.
This is an evolving situation, and we will adjust our response as circumstances require. As has been the case for the past few weeks, Town Officials will continue to update the community as new information becomes available. The public’s patience and cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Residents are reminded of the following preventative measures recommended by the state that they should take:
- Wash your hands often
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
- Clean things that are frequently touched
- Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze
- Stay at home if you are sick
- Older adults and those with health issues are urged to avoid large crowds and events. Individuals who live in households with vulnerable people, like elderly parents, should also consider avoiding crowds.
- Think ahead about how to take care of yourself and loved ones if the virus starts spreading in the community.
For more information regarding COVID-19 as issued from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, please click here: https://www.mass.gov/
Previous updates from the Town of North Reading may be found below.
Michael P. Gilleberto, Town Administrator
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