Yesterday, I stopped by Giant to check in on the folks who are working hard to ensure our communities have access to everything they need in the wake of this pandemic.
Dear Baltimore,
As your Council President, the health and safety of Baltimore residents are at the forefront of my mind as I make decisions and lead during this time of uncertainty. Please look out for your neighbors, continue to support one another, and ultimately keep your spirits high. Baltimore is resilient. We have experienced public health officials, medical professionals, and faith and community leaders working to keep Baltimore safe, healthy, and moving forward.
As always, I'm here for you and will continue to share updates as I receive them. It can be difficult to keep up with the sheer volume of information and updates, but it’s important you are aware of the resources available to you, your family, and your community.
Please see the resource guide below for your convenience. After you read, forward to a friend to spread the word! If you were forwarded this email and want to subscribe for updates, click here.
You can trust that I will continue to post the most updated information on my social media pages (follow me on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram). If you have questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach me and my office at councilpresident@baltimorecity.gov or 410-396-4804.
In service,
Brandon Scott
Baltimore City Council President
Confirmed Coronavirus Cases in Maryland
According to totals available today, Saturday, March 14, the breakdown of confirmed coronavirus cases in Maryland are as follows:
- 0 cases reported in Baltimore City
- 2 confirmed case in Baltimore County
- 1 confirmed case reported in Harford County
- 6 confirmed case in Montgomery County (3 recovered)
- 6 confirmed cases in Prince George’s County
- 1 confirmed case in Carroll County
- 1 confirmed case in Charles County
- 1 confirmed case in Anne Arundel County
*26 confirmed cases as of this morning. We are still waiting for an update from MD counties today.
Important Information for Residents
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No Water Shutoffs - DPW stopped turning off water service to Baltimore residents for failure to pay in 2018. If you have any concerns, contact 311.
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No Gas & Electric Shutoffs - BGE is suspending service disconnections and waiving new late payment charges at least until May 1. They have committed to working with customers on a case-by-case basis to establish payment arrangements and identify energy assistance options.
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Special Health Insurance Enrollment Period - The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange announced a new special enrollment period open to all Marylanders in need of health insurance during the State of Emergency.
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Access to Internet - Comcast increased access to and speeds of internet essentials to support residents through the coronavirus pandemic.
Baltimore City Schools Closed Through March 27
On Thursday, Governor Hogan announced that public schools throughout the state of Maryland will close for two weeks, effective on Monday, March 16. From Baltimore City Schools:
“All school building activities including school day instruction, child care, health services, enrichment, professional development, athletics and club sports, preschool are canceled during this time.
City Schools will also operate an emergency food service program at at least eight sites from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, through Friday, March 27, 2020. Students will be able to receive grab-and-go free breakfast and lunch meals. The sites will be announced by Sunday, March 15, 2020 and will be listed on the Health Updates webpage.”
Rec Centers Closed - 40 Will Be Used as Food Hubs
On Friday, the Mayor announced recreation centers would be closed and stop offering programming for the next two weeks. Starting Monday, students can pick up snacks from 40 recreation centers across the city beginning at 2PM. They can pick up dinner from 5PM-7PM. Read more here.
All Baltimore City recreation centers, with the exception of Frederick, Dorothy I. Height, Cahill at Edgewood Elementary, Walter P. Carter at Guilford Elementary and Ft. Worthington, will serve food.
Senior Centers Closed - Will Provide Boxed Lunches
All City-operated senior centers are closed. Beginning Monday, the Health Department will provide boxed lunches at the senior centers. If there are factors that prevent participants from picking up a meal, meals can be delivered as an option by calling the Maryland Access Point at 410-396-CARE (2273), for eligibility into the home-delivered meal program. Click here for more information.
Enoch Pratt Closed, But Access Library Resources Online
All Enoch Pratt libraries are currently closed to the public. Customers can stay up to date on any changes to library services through our website. You can also follow the Library on Facebook and Twitter for the latest.
Don't forget! There are many online library resources you can access with your existing account. You can also receive books by mail by calling 410-396-5430.
Livestream the Baltimore City Council
While non-essential hearings will be canceled, residents can tune into any business of the City Council by watching CharmTV (Channel 25) and following my Council President Facebook page. I will ensure all meetings and hearings are livestreamed and am exploring ways for the public to participate remotely.
An archive of previous Council meetings and hearings can be found on CharmTV’s YouTube page. Read my release on other changes being made in the Baltimore City Council.
Multilingual COVID-19 Resources & Fact Sheets
Latest Updates on the Coronavirus
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Help provide groceries to kids who are home from school. Make a donation of pick up groceries by completing this form.
Follow for Direct Updates
Baltimore City Health Department
health.baltimorecity.gov
Twitter: @BMore_Healthy
Baltimore City Public Schools
www.baltimorecityschools.org/health-updates
Twitter: @BaltCitySchools
Office of Emergency Management
emergency.baltimorecity.gov
Twitter: @BaltimoreOEM
 Me and my mom, the hardest working Giant employee out there!
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