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Clarksville Declares State of Emergency in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

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Clarksville's Mayor Joe Pitts, backed by the City Council, declared a state of emergency to facilitate an effective local response to the global COVID-19 pandemic. The executive order, effective from January 7, aims to prevent the spread of the disease and protect the city's residents and employees. The order will continue for seven days, with the possibility of extension until April 2, and thereafter.

Key Takeaways:

  • The City Council voted unanimously to declare a state of emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with Mayor Joe Pitts citing the need for proactive steps to protect the health and safety of residents and employees.
  • The executive order directs City departments to minimize person-to-person contact through the use of drive-through windows, electronic communication, and work-from-home arrangements.
  • All Clarksville Parks & Recreation activities, programs, and facilities will be closed until April 11, except for parks, which will remain open.
  • The City will establish a COVID-19 Response Plan to address internal controls and personal protective equipment to reduce the impact of the pandemic on employees.
  • At least 96 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Tennessee since the first case was identified on March 4, with no reported cases in Clarksville or Montgomery County.
  • The World Health Organization declared the disease outbreak a pandemic on March 11, and Gov. Bill Lee proclaimed a state of emergency for Tennessee on March 12.

Statistics:

  • 96 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Tennessee since the first case was identified on March 4.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11.
  • The City of Clarksville has declared a state of emergency in response to the pandemic.
  • The executive order will continue for seven days, with the possibility of extension until April 2.
  • At least 96 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Tennessee, with no reported cases in Clarksville or Montgomery County.

Sources:

  • Mayor Joe Pitts, City of Clarksville
  • Clarksville City Council
  • World Health Organization (WHO)
  • Gov. Bill Lee, Tennessee Governor
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • Tennessee Department of Health (TNDH)

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