New Guidance from Governor Brown
June 17, 2020
Governor Brown announced today, June 17, 2020 that she is instituting a requirement to wear face coverings while in indoor public spaces, such as grocery stores and other businesses, for the following counties: Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, Hood River, Marion, Polk, and Lincoln. This mandate will be effective beginning Wednesday, June 24. The CDC has helpful information about how to wear a face covering and how to make one out of everyday items you may have in your home. You can also receive a free facemask here.
In addition, Governor Brown announced that she would be grouping several interconnected counties together as regional units for future reopening decisions. This will apply to the tri-county area––Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas Counties will be treated as a single unit in future reopening decisions. As a result, the entire tri-county region will remain in Phase 1 for at least 21 days after June 19, before the three counties together will become eligible for Phase 2. Read the full press release here.
City Parks and Recreation Facility Update
Parks and Recreation is excited to announce new facility openings as of June 15th, following updated State guidance.
The following facilities are open:
All parks, trails, and open spaces. Athletic fields for individuals, family, and small groups (athletic fields use by organized groups and leagues are closed until further notice. All City sports programs canceled until further notice). Mary S. Young off leash dog park. Bernert Landing/Cedaroak boat ramps, including restrooms. Main restrooms at Willamette, Fields Bridge and MSY Parks.Tennis/pickleball courts. Skate park.
The following are closed due to Gov. Brown's executive orders:
All playgrounds, basketball courts, drinking fountains, parks shelter reservations, athletic field use by organized groups/leagues/city sports programs, indoor facilities* (Adult Community Center, Sunset Fire Hall, McLean House & Robinwood Station). *Summer camps may operate in parks and facilities subject to Covid-19 camp guidelines.
Increased Cases Show We Still Need to be Cautious
Yesterday the Oregon Health Authority reported 278 new cases of COVID-19, a new record high number among several days of high case counts. We know the recent increase in cases has been concerning for many Oregonians. It’s clear more testing and workplace outbreaks are contributing to the increase in cases, but there are also more cases spreading in the community.
Reopening Oregon still requires us to be cautious. We can slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect our loved ones, but we all need to do our part to make this happen. This means we need to continue considering the risks when venturing outside the homes or interacting with people outside your close circle of contacts. It's important to remember to stay local, continue maintaining physical distance, wear a face covering or mask while in public spaces, avoid large gatherings, wash your hands frequently throughout the day, and disinfect high-touch areas.
School Operation Planning
The Oregon Department of Education released a blueprint for how schools should operate amid Covid-19. Districts will choose between in-person classes, distance learning, or a hybrid model for the fall. Learn more about West Linn-Wilsonville School Districts planning here.
Department of Justice issues scam alert related to contact tracing
The Oregon Department of Justice has issued a scam alert for people who are pretending to be contact tracers. These imposters send emails and text messages with links to fraudulent websites. Clicking on the link may download software onto a device, giving them access to an array of your personal and financial information.
If you receive an email or a text message you think might be from a scammer posing as a contact tracer, first, do not click on any links. Then, file a complaint online at oregonconsumer.gov or call 877-877-9392 and ask that a complaint form be mailed to you.
For more information on other COVID-19 scams, visit oregonconsumer.gov/COVID-19. For more information on what you can expect from state, local, or tribal health department contact tracing efforts, visit healthoregon.org/contacttracing.
