INFORMATION RELEASE March 28, 2020
Chairman of the Wyoming County Board of Supervisors, Jerry L. Davis advises, “there are no specific COVID-19 related updates today, however, I would like you to be aware of the following messages and services as we continue to adapt in this pandemic”:
2020 US CENSUS: Please complete your 2020 Census. The information on your completed census provides important data that brings Wyoming County funding for essential services like fire departments, schools, roads and hospitals. The 2020 Census is happening now. You can respond online at https://my2020census.gov/, by phone, or by mail – it’s quick and easy.
REAL PROPERTY TAX FORECLOSURE: Governor’s Executive Order 202.8 will stay the enforcement of foreclosure of any residential or commercial property for a period of ninety days. Information regarding property tax status can be found on the Wyoming County website at www.wyomingco.net .
A Message from Wyoming County Mental Health: Stressful situations often cause kids to worry, even if they don’t show it. They will have questions about changes taking place in their world. A confident and calm approach will help ease kids’ worries and make them feel secure.
Some recommendations for families with children during the COVID-19 restrictions:
Keep activities as consistent and routine as possible at home.
Ask your children what they have heard about COVID-19, and allow them to express feelings or concerns. Let them know it is okay to be afraid or mad, and help them deal with those feelings. Be willing to answer questions, age appropriately, about things they see on television or hear about COVID-19.
When children are uncertain or afraid, they need attention and affection more than ever. Make sure they feel safe and loved. Encourage healthy behaviors such as eating and sleeping well and playing outside. Reinforce good practices like washing hands, covering mouths when coughing or sneezing, and not sharing food.
Children react, in part, on what they see from the adults around them. When parents and caregivers deal with adversity calmly and confidently, they can provide the best support for their children.
For more information on how to talk to your children about COVID-19 go to: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/talking-with-children.html Wyoming County Mental Health Department (585) 786-8871
Regional Transit Service (RTS) To help protect customers and prevent the spread of COVID19/coronavirus, RTS Wyoming is changing to Dial-a-Ride service starting Thursday, March 26. To request a ride, please call us at (585) 786-6050.