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The '''COVID-19 Emergency''' is an ongoing crisis to contain with the novel coronavirus that has impacted many aspects of life in the greater Charlottesville region. The goal is to stop the infection from expanding to the point where hospitals are overwhelmed. Virginia is under a state of emergency. On [[March 17]], [[2020]], Governor Ralph Northam urged Virginians to gather in groups no larger than 10 to help avoid "community spread." <ref name="mar17gov">{{cite web|title=Governor Northam Announces New Measures to Combat COVID-19 and Support Impacted Virginians|url=https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/all-releases/2020/march/headline-854487-en.html|author=|work=Press Release|publisher=Governor of Virginia|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 17, 2020}}</ref> <ref name="ctom-ongoing" />  
The '''COVID-19 Emergency''' is an ongoing crisis to contain the coronavirus that has impacted all aspects of life in the greater [[Charlottesville]] region and the world. Since [[March 12]], people have been recommended to limit contacts with others to stop the infection from expanding to the point where hospitals are overwhelmed. That was the day Virginia Governor Ralph Northam declared a state of emergency. A stay at home order was declared on [[March 30]], [[2020]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=NUMBER FIFTY-FIVE (2020)
TEMPORARY STAY AT HOME ORDER DUE TO NOVEL CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)|url=https://www.governor.virginia.gov/media/governorvirginiagov/executive-actions/EO-55-Temporary-Stay-at-Home-Order-Due-to-Novel-Coronavirus-(COVID-19).pdf|author=Governor Ralph Northam|work=Executive Order|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 30, 2020|accessdate=March 31, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Episode 13 - Stay Home. That’s an Order!|url=https://covid-19-in-charlottesville.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-13-stay-home-thats-an-order|author=Sean Tubbs|work=Podcast|publisher=Sean Tubbs|location=|publishdate=March 31, 2020|accessdate=March 31, 2020}}</ref>


Local schools are closed until further notice by order of Governor Ralph Northam. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Northam orders all Virginia public schools closed for minimum of two weeks|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/state/northam-orders-all-virginia-public-schools-closed-for-minimum-of/article_562aafb8-307b-5b32-bec8-7f4c05e9b48f.html|author=News and Advance Reports|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref> Albemarle County will stay closed through at least [[April 10]]. Many businesses and schools have closed and people are urged to limit contact with other people through a phenomenon called "social-distancing."
On May 15, 2020, the city of Charlottesville entered phase one of Governor Ralph Northam's plan to gradually lift health restrictions placed on the Commonwealth. Local establishments such as retail, restaurants and dining services and places of worship are now allowed to operate at 50 percent occupancy. The city will continue to follow the governor's Safer-At-Home strategy which includes maintaining the ban on social gatherings of more than 10 people, teleworking and wearing face coverings. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.charlottesville.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=149|title=Latest Coronavirus Information for the City of Charlottesville|last=|first=|publishdate=|publisher=charlottesville.gov|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|accessdate=}}</ref>  


Philanthropic and volunteer efforts have come together to prepare for what could be a sustained period of disruption. Others are finding ways to help others cope with financial impacts related to the closing of many businesses to contain the spread. This includes arranging volunteers to help look after children now that schools will be closed.  
There are currently (as of May 25, 2020) 82 total cases in Charlottesville with 15 hospitalized cases and 3 dead.<ref name="health-tweet">{{cite web|title=COVID-19 in Virginia|url=https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/|author=|work=vdh.virginia.gov|publisher=Virginia Department of Health|location=|publishdate=May 25, 2020|accessdate=|first=|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=}}</ref> An outbreak was reported at a long term care facility in [[Fluvanna County]] on April 13. <ref name="name">{{cite web|title=Fluvanna County monitoring outbreak at Envoy at the Village|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/42017121/fluvanna-county-monitoring-outbreak-at-envoy-at-the-village|author=News Staff|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=April 16, 2020|accessdate=April 28, 2020}}</ref> The first fatality in the [[Thomas Jefferson Health District]] was reported on [[March 31]], [[2020]]. <ref name="fatality">{{cite web|title=Tweet|url=https://twitter.com/HealthyTJHD/status/1245052205327138816|author=Thomas Jefferson Health District|work=Tweet|publisher=Thomas Jefferson Health District|location=|publishdate=March 31, 2020|accessdate=March 31, 2020}}</ref> <ref name="dp-fat">{{cite web|title=Charlottesville area sees first death from COVID-19|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/charlottesville-area-sees-first-death-from-covid-19/article_523759d4-b955-562b-b03a-17bf77f3eddc.html|author=Staff Reports|work=News Article|publisher=Daily Progress|location=|publishdate=March 31, 2020|accessdate=March 31, 2020}}</ref> <ref name="ep1">{{cite web|title=March 15, 2020 - Charlottesville COVID-19 Response Episode 1|url=https://soundcloud.com/sean-tubbs/march-15-2020-charlottesville-covid-19-response-episode-1x|author=Sean Tubbs|work=Podcast|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 15, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite-progress|title=UPDATES: Va. officials confirm 77 cases of coronavirus, Sentara to suspend drive through tests|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/state/updates-va-officials-confirm-cases-of-coronavirus-sentara-to-suspend/article_508829ca-f831-55dd-9af8-f94dc862ea5b.html|author=Times-Dispatch Staff Reports|pageno=|printdate=March 18, 2020|publishdate=March 18, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>
 
Local schools are closed through the end of the school year. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Northam orders all Virginia public schools closed for minimum of two weeks|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/state/northam-orders-all-virginia-public-schools-closed-for-minimum-of/article_562aafb8-307b-5b32-bec8-7f4c05e9b48f.html|author=News and Advance Reports|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref> Many businesses have closed and people are required to limit contact with other people through a phenomenon called "social-distancing." Charlottesville has suspended tax collections for the time being. <ref name="dp319">{{cite-progress|title=Live local updates: Charlottesville suspends past-due tax collections; more local cases confirmed|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/live-local-updates-charlottesville-suspends-past-due-tax-collections-more/article_4cb70b13-8fe1-5a2a-8857-1f1b6aedf0a5.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=March 19, 2020|publishdate=March 19, 2020|accessdate=March 19, 2020}}</ref>
 
Several groups have formed to help coordinate assistance for people in need. These are direct links:


Several groups are forming to help coordinate assistance for people in need. These are direct links:
*[https://www.supportcville.com/ SupportCville]
*[https://www.supportcville.com/ SupportCville]
*[https://www.cacfonline.org/news/detail/community-emergency-response-fund Charlottesville Area Community Foundation]
*[https://www.cacfonline.org/news/detail/community-emergency-response-fund Charlottesville Area Community Foundation]
*[https://www.facebook.com/groups/500721927287565/ Mutual Aid Infrastructure Facebook page].  
*[https://www.facebook.com/groups/500721927287565/ Mutual Aid Infrastructure Facebook page].  
*[https://congregatecville.com/ Congregate Cville]
*[https://congregatecville.com/ Congregate Cville]
*[https://www.facebook.com/Charlottesville-Restaurant-FundResources-103989014568347/ Charlottesville Restaurant Fund Resources Facebook page]
*[https://www.facebook.com/Charlottesville-Restaurant-FundResources-103989014568347/ Charlottesville Restaurant Fund Resources Facebook page]  
 
The Virginia Department of Health has set up a hotline for the Thomas Jefferson Health District at 434-972-6261.
Charlottesville has a community resource line at 434-234-4490.
 
{{current}}
 
==Latest==
 
* New space in a new tower at the University of Virginia Medical Center will come online earlier than expected to serve as additional space for patients <ref>{{cite-progress|title=UVa to open new hospital tower early to boost capacity|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/uva/uva-to-open-new-hospital-tower-early-to-boost-capacity/article_bc0e76af-29dc-5e7d-b883-570245513e18.html|author=Katherine Knott|pageno=|printdate=April 1, 2020|publishdate=April 1, 2020|accessdate=April 1, 2020}}</ref>
 
==Local Resources==
 
*[https://uvahealth.com/services/infectious-disease/coronavirus-faqs FAQ on COVID-19 from UVA Health]
*[https://www.virginia.edu/coronavirus UVA page on COVID-19 response]
*[http://charlottesvilleschools.org/coronavirus/ Charlottesville City schools page on COVID-19]
*[https://www.pvcc.edu/coronavirus-covid-19 Piedmont Virginia Community College page on COVID-19]
*[https://www.k12albemarle.org/acps/division/Pages/COVID-19.aspx Albemarle County Public Schools page on COVID-19]
*[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2F5GjgzYMG2jsqnf_B8RX6Q3PdXr8rssi7sSDR_itvRaYtw/viewform?fbclid=IwAR3JpNSz65cSlJgS0zGJ8Vw3HPclBmzR5efs1seak5X3ox7GInXSHuJa3IQ Daily Progress solicitation of stories to aid their reporting]
*[https://www.facebook.com/Charlottesville-Restaurant-FundResources-103989014568347/ Facebook page for Charlottesville Restaurant Fund]
*[http://www.vec.virginia.gov/node/11699?fbclid=IwAR3vJiB9a9Fs8kF-EszJq9WKiCfL04cd1My2PqWQvBMt3OtY5vyCd1AoR0A Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) information on applying for benefits]
*[https://www.scottsville.org/news/health/ Town of Scottsville page]
*[https://www.cvillechamber.com/covid19/ Charlottesville Chamber of Commerce resources]
 
==Health resources==


There are at least four known cases of COVID-19 in Charlottesville as of [[March 19]], [[2020]]. The first case is a woman in her late 50's who is believed to have contracted the virus while traveling. <ref name="first">{{cite-progress|title=Health department: UVa employee tests positive for COVID-19|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/health-department-uva-employee-tests-positive-for-covid/article_578b39be-77d6-5391-80dc-7fcf0277be69.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=March 17, 2020|publishdate=March 16, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=First Charlottesville resident, a U.Va. Women’s Center employee, tests positive for COVID-19|url=https://www.cavalierdaily.com/article/2020/03/first-charlottesville-resident-a-u-va-womens-center-employee-tests-positive-for-covid-19|author=Kate Bellows|work=News Article|publisher=Cavalier Daily|location=|publishdate=March 16, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref>
*[http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/surveillance-and-investigation/novel-coronavirus/ Virginia Department of Health coronavirus page]
*[https://adaa.org/finding-help/coronavirus-anxiety-helpful-resources?fbclid=IwAR3lp57aW4-DUg0BX7MtY2QcgdYh3RyIRwpXAFt_hosnnHg0mb108mvUqpA Coronavirus Anxiety - Helpful Expert Tips and Resources from Anxiety and Depression Association of America]
*[https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Centers for Disease Control COVID-19 website]
*[https://wtop.com/coronavirus/2020/03/how-to-keep-coronavirus-fears-from-affecting-your-mental-health/ CNN Article on How to keep coronavirus fears from affecting your mental health]
*[https://www.augustahealth.com/coronavirus Augusta Health information on Coronavirus]
*[https://sentaraupdates.com/ Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital updates]


Data is released by the Virginia Department of Health once a day, making the impact of the health crisis not fully known. Still, people are encouraged to limit contact with other people for the foreseeable future. In additional to state directives, the Centers for Disease are calling for a nationwide prohibition of gatherings of more than 50 people. <ref>{{cite web|title=Resources for Large Community Events & Mass Gatherings|url=https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/index.html|author=|work=|publisher=Centers for Disease Control|location=|publishdate=March 15, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref>
([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfG-q5opkYs&feature=youtu.be CDC Video on Coronavirus]


The Virginia Department of Health has set up a hotline for the Thomas Jefferson Health District at 434-972-6261.
==Local cases==
The first case is a woman in her late 50's who is believed to have contracted the virus locally,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://twitter.com/craftypanda/status/1240671547553128451|title=Allison Wrabel on Twitter|last=|first=|publishdate=March 19, 2020|publisher=|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|accessdate=2020-03-20}}</ref> contrary to initial reports of the case being travel-related. <ref name="first">{{cite-progress|title=Health department: UVa employee tests positive for COVID-19|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/health-department-uva-employee-tests-positive-for-covid/article_578b39be-77d6-5391-80dc-7fcf0277be69.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=March 17, 2020|publishdate=March 16, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=First Charlottesville resident, a U.Va. Women’s Center employee, tests positive for COVID-19|url=https://www.cavalierdaily.com/article/2020/03/first-charlottesville-resident-a-u-va-womens-center-employee-tests-positive-for-covid-19|author=Kate Bellows|work=News Article|publisher=Cavalier Daily|location=|publishdate=March 16, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref>


{{current}}
Cases in the Thomas Jefferson Health District increased slowly. The state health numbers lag behind reports from local districts <ref name="dp323" /> <ref name="3more">{{cite-progress|title=Three more COVID-19 cases announced in Charlottesville area|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/three-more-covid--cases-announced-in-charlottesville-area/article_1fc24bad-6143-5f84-9a92-29c72ede6adf.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=March 19, 2020|publishdate=March 19, 2020|accessdate=March 19, 2020}}</ref> Two are from Charlottesville and one is from Albemarle County <ref>{{cite web|title=TJHD: 3 additional cases of coronavirus in Charlottesville area|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/19/tjhd-additional-cases-coronavirus-charlottesville/|author=Staff reports|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29 News|location=|publishdate=March 19, 2020|accessdate=March 19, 2020}}</ref> 
 
The first fatality was reported on [[March 31]], [[2020]]. <ref name="fatality" />
 
==Local PPE==
SupportCville has a held campaign to locate supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE) for area doctor's offices and longterm care facilities.
 
The [[Hospice of the Piedmont]] issued a call for donations on [[March 25]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle Co. hospice seeking donations of PPE supplies|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/25/albemarle-co-hospice-seeking-donations-ppesupplies/|author=Staff reports|work=|publisher=WVIR|location=|publishdate=March 26, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>
 
==Local government responses==
 
Albemarle County and Charlottesville declared local emergencies on [[March 12]], [[2020]] in order to help coordinate public safety efforts to contain the spread of the disease. This gives officials more flexibility to conduct business. It has resulted in the temporary halt of public meetings as well as the delay of the adoption of the FY21 budget in Albemarle County. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Albemarle, Charlottesville declare local emergencies; schools cancel class March 16|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/albemarle-charlottesville-declare-local-emergencies-schools-cancel-class-march/article_e125e810-d5b6-5489-ae28-04c80da96b73.html|author=Katherine Knott|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle County, Charlottesville issue Declarations of Local Emergency|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41888713/albemarle-county-issues-declaration-of-local-emergency|author=News staff|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref> On March 19, Charlottesville announced it would suspend collection of taxes for the time being.
 
Albemarle supervisors received a briefing at their meeting on [[March 17]], 2020. <ref>{{cite web|title=COVID-19 Update|url=https://albemarle.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&ID=8202061&GUID=49987D67-DC0C-409D-8642-2EBD9A33296C|author=|work=|publisher=Albemarle County|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref> 
 
The [[University of Virginia]] will remain closed all spring and will not hold Final Exercises (graduation) this year <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://www.virginia.edu/coronavirus|author=|work=Website|publisher=University of Virginia|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite-progress|title=UVa cancels Final Exercises, classes to stay online for rest of semester|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/state/uva-cancels-final-exercises-classes-to-stay-online-for-rest/article_3b2133a0-64a9-5ece-93d4-0375be986fcc.html|author=Staff Reports|pageno=|printdate=March 18, 2020|publishdate=March 18, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>


==Latest==
* Governor Ralph Northam urged Virginians on [[March 17]] to restrict gatherings to ten people or less in order to halt community spread. Virginians over the age of 65 are urged to self-quarantine.  
* There are 77 cases in Virginia and two confirmed deaths as of [[March 18]], [[2020]], up from 41 on Sunday. <ref>{{cite web|title=Virginia reports first coronavirus death, 41 positive cases|url=https://www.pilotonline.com/news/health/vp-nw--20200314-2tuoc7tpurgpbieoyfjslyx3ie-story.html|author=Sara Gregory|work=News Article|publisher=Virginian-Pilot|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> The number could increase this week as additional capacity from private labs comes online. <ref name="ep1">{{cite web|title=March 15, 2020 - Charlottesville COVID-19 Response Episode 1|url=https://soundcloud.com/sean-tubbs/march-15-2020-charlottesville-covid-19-response-episode-1x|author=Sean Tubbs|work=Podcast|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 15, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite-progress|title=UPDATES: Va. officials confirm 77 cases of coronavirus, Sentara to suspend drive through tests|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/state/updates-va-officials-confirm-cases-of-coronavirus-sentara-to-suspend/article_508829ca-f831-55dd-9af8-f94dc862ea5b.html|author=Times-Dispatch Staff Reports|pageno=|printdate=March 18, 2020|publishdate=March 18, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>
*The [[University of Virginia]] will remain closed all spring and will not hold Final Exercises (graduation) this year <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://www.virginia.edu/coronavirus|author=|work=Website|publisher=University of Virginia|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite-progress|title=UVa cancels Final Exercises, classes to stay online for rest of semester|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/state/uva-cancels-final-exercises-classes-to-stay-online-for-rest/article_3b2133a0-64a9-5ece-93d4-0375be986fcc.html|author=Staff Reports|pageno=|printdate=March 18, 2020|publishdate=March 18, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>
* Governor Ralph Northam urged Virginians on [[March 17]] to restrict gatherings to ten people or less in order to halt community spread <ref name="mar17gov" /> Virginians over the age of 65 are urged to self-quarantine.  
* Virginia DMV offices  were ordered closed by Governor Ralph Northam on [[March 17]]
* Virginia DMV offices  were ordered closed by Governor Ralph Northam on [[March 17]]
*the first is one known case of COVID-19 in Charlottesville as of [[March 16]], [[2020]]. The patient is a woman in her late 50's who is believed to have contracted the virus while traveling. Her test was processed by a commercial lab.  She is an employee of the Women's Center at the University of Virginia and the facility is being sterilized.  
*the first is one known case of COVID-19 in Charlottesville as of [[March 16]], [[2020]]. The patient is a woman in her late 50's who is believed to have contracted the virus while traveling. Her test was processed by a commercial lab.  She is an employee of the Women's Center at the University of Virginia and the facility is being sterilized.  
*Charlottesville City Schools began distributing food to low-income students on [[March 17]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=CCS Food Distribution|url=https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084ba4af2ca4f85-ccsfood|author=|work=|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> Weekday distribution of meals will take place between 10 am and noon at ten locations throughout the city. <ref name="food">{{cite web|title=Neighborhood Meal Delivery During Closure|url=http://charlottesvilleschools.org/food|author=|work=Website|publisher=Charlottesville City Schools|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
* Charlottesville has suspended tax collections for the time being <ref name="dp319" />  
* Albemarle Board of Supervisors will delay adoption of the budget for FY21 past the scheduled date of [[April 20]] <ref name="march15">{{cite-progress|title=Library system, some local businesses closing doors|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/library-system-some-local-businesses-closing-doors/article_0d978f4a-eea4-5707-b627-20ff6bcbc982.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=A1|printdate=March 16, 2020|publishdate=March 15, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref> The Albemarle Board of Supervisors will hold a budget work session on [[March 17]] and a regular meeting on [[March 18]] but the public is encouraged to watch from home <ref name="march15" />
*Charlottesville Vice Mayor [[Sena Magill]] is in self-quarantine and is awaiting the results of a test <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Charlottesville City Councilor Magill awaiting virus test results|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/charlottesville-city-councilor-magill-awaiting-virus-test-results/article_17957262-26fa-509b-8b5c-78a5a9567867.html|author=Nolan Stout|pageno=|printdate=March 23, 2020|publishdate=March 23, 2020|accessdate=March 23, 2020}}</ref>  
*The State Corporation Commission has "directed regulated electric, natural gas and water companies in Virginia to suspend service disconnections until the coronavirus outbreak subsides." <ref name="scc">{{cite web|title=SCC DIRECTS ELECTRIC, NATURAL GAS AND WATER COMPANIES TO SUSPEND SERVICE DISCONNECTIONS DURING COVID-19 STATE EMERGENCY|url=https://www.scc.virginia.gov/newsrel/r_noshutoff_20.aspx|author=|work=|publisher=State Corporation Commission|location=|publishdate=March 16|accessdate=March 17, 2020}}</ref>
 
===Albemarle County===
[[Albemarle County]] declared an emergency on [[March 12]] and implemented a multi-phased plan to respond to the crisis. The Incident Management team is coordinating a response. <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle County plans for potential coronavirus outbreak|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41880715/albemarle-county-plans-for-potential-coronavirus-outbreak|author=Michael Caldwell|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=March 11, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>  


==Local responses==
The Board of Superiors delayed adoption of the FY2021 budget <ref name="march15" /> Buildings are closed to the public for the foreseeable future. <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle closing county office buildings to general public|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41944381/albemarle-closing-county-office-buildings-to-general-public|author=News Staff|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=March 27, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref> At a briefing on [[March 18]], Supervisors extended the date to adopt a final budget to [[May 14]]. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=County supervisors delay budget adoption until May|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/county-supervisors-delay-budget-adoption-until-may/article_134cc219-c393-59be-908c-bc5e0573625b.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=March 18, 2020|publishdate=March 18, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref> The Albemarle Board of Supervisors held a work session on [[March 17]] and a regular meeting on [[March 18]] but public attendance was restricted to watch from home <ref name="march15" />


Albemarle County and Charlottesville declared local emergencies on [[March 12]], [[2020]] in order to help coordinate public safety efforts to contain the spread of the disease. This gives officials more flexibility to conduct business. It has resulted in the temporary halt of public meetings as well as the delay of the adoption of the FY21 budget in Albemarle County. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Albemarle, Charlottesville declare local emergencies; schools cancel class March 16|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/albemarle-charlottesville-declare-local-emergencies-schools-cancel-class-march/article_e125e810-d5b6-5489-ae28-04c80da96b73.html|author=Katherine Knott|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle County, Charlottesville issue Declarations of Local Emergency|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41888713/albemarle-county-issues-declaration-of-local-emergency|author=News staff|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>
On [[April 1]], Supervisors were told there would need to be at least $6.24 million in cuts to general government and school budgets in FY2020 to make up for lost revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Albemarle County government, schools to cut spending by $6.24M|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/albemarle-county-government-schools-to-cut-spending-by-6-24m/article_eb9a2a2e-7269-511c-a92e-df7528715945.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=April 2, 2020|publishdate=April 1, 2020|accessdate=April 6, 2020}}</ref>


Albemarle supervisors received a briefing at their meeting on March 17, 2020. <ref>{{cite web|title=COVID-19 Update|url=https://albemarle.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&ID=8202061&GUID=49987D67-DC0C-409D-8642-2EBD9A33296C|author=|work=|publisher=Albemarle County|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>
Supervisors adopted a draft continuity of governance ordinance on [[March 27]]. <ref name="continuity">{{cite web|title=EMERGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 20-E(2)|url=https://albemarle.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&ID=8221685&GUID=DBEDFB63-CC68-454A-AD80-C547643DE4A9|author=|work=|publisher=Albemarle County|location=|publishdate=March 27, 2020|accessdate=March 28, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Albemarle emergency ordinance allows virtual meetings|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/albemarle-county-emergency-ordinance-allows-virtual-meetings/article_90d29a0a-392b-5867-af2d-4ffdcf55fe7e.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=March 28, 2020|publishdate=Marcy 27, 2020|accessdate=April 6, 2020}}</ref> Supervisors pioneered taking comment from the public remotely at their April 1, 2020 meeting. However, no one spoke at the only public hearing scheduled. <ref>{{cite web|title=Program to allow Albemarle residents to comment on agenda items|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41944252/program-to-allow-albemarle-residents-to-comment-on-agenda-items|author=News Staff|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=March 26, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref> Albemarle will spend the month of April testing new public engagement techniques before resuming sometime in May. <ref>{{cite web|title=WEEK AHEAD FOR APRIL 6, 2020 (ALB/CVILLE/GREENE)|url=https://www.pecva.org/our-region/albemarle-charlottesville/1529-week-ahead-for-april-6-2020-alb-cville-greene|author=Sean Tubbs|work=Blog Post|publisher=Piedmont Environmental Council|location=|publishdate=April 6, 2020|accessdate=April 6, 2020}}</ref>


===Albemarle County===
Public safety crews have altered operations on rescue missions, with additional call screening in place to ensure fire and rescue personnel are protected. <ref>{{cite web|title=Western Albemarle Rescue Squad taking extra precautions due to COVID-19|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/26/western-albemarle-rescue-squad-taking-extra-precautions-due-covid-/|author=Moriah Davis|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=March 25, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>
[[Albemarle County]] is implementing a multi-phased plan to respond to the incident. An Incident Management team is coordinating a response. <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle County plans for potential coronavirus outbreak|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41880715/albemarle-county-plans-for-potential-coronavirus-outbreak|author=Michael Caldwell|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=March 11, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref> The Board of Superiors will delay the budget process until after the crisis is over. <ref name="march15" />


Supervisors received a briefing on March 18 and extended the date to adopt a final budget to [[May 14]]. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=County supervisors delay budget adoption until May|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/county-supervisors-delay-budget-adoption-until-may/article_134cc219-c393-59be-908c-bc5e0573625b.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=March 18, 2020|publishdate=March 18, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>
The Town of [[Scottsville]] is following Albemarle's plan. <ref>{{cite web|title=Scottsville mayor, town administrator address COVID-19 preparations|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41886593/scottsville-mayor-town-administrator-address-covid19-preparations|author=Michael Caldwell|work=|publisher=CBS19 News|location=|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref> They have declared their own local emergency. <ref name="march15">{{cite-progress|title=Library system, some local businesses closing doors|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/library-system-some-local-businesses-closing-doors/article_0d978f4a-eea4-5707-b627-20ff6bcbc982.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=A1|printdate=March 16, 2020|publishdate=March 15, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref>  


The Town of [[Scottsville]] is following Albemarle's plan. <ref>{{cite web|title=Scottsville mayor, town administrator address COVID-19 preparations|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41886593/scottsville-mayor-town-administrator-address-covid19-preparations|author=Michael Caldwell|work=|publisher=CBS19 News|location=|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref> They have declared their own local emergency.
[http://www.albemarle.org/department.asp?department=broadband&relpage=22100 Albemarle County is opening up parking lots for public wi-fi].


===Charlottesville===
===Charlottesville===
Charlottesville has closed all indoor recreation facilities and park rentals, and has also canceled all public meetings until further notice except the March 16 City Council. The City Council meeting scheduled for [[March 16]] will continue and the city will pilot a new way of allowing public input. <ref>{{cite web|title=The Latest Coronavirus Information for the City of Charlottesville|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/Home/Components/News/News/10184/635|author=|work=Press Release|publisher=City of Charlottesville|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>  The city added further restrictions on March 16 and will only be open for essential personnel beginning on March 17.
Charlottesville declared a state of emergency on [[March 12]]. [https://files.constantcontact.com/4624df9b001/8b23af80-0049-4107-b314-b4f67f83e34b.pdf (Charlottesville's declaration of local emergency from March 12, 2020)]


The [[Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority]] has announced a moratorium on all evictions effective in <ref>{{cite web|title=CRHA temporarily suspends eviction and voucher terminations|url=https://wina.com/news/064460-crha-temporarily-suspends-eviction-and-voucher-terminations/|author=|work=|publisher=WINA Newsradion 1070|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>  
The [[Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority]] has announced a moratorium on all evictions effective in <ref>{{cite web|title=CRHA temporarily suspends eviction and voucher terminations|url=https://wina.com/news/064460-crha-temporarily-suspends-eviction-and-voucher-terminations/|author=|work=|publisher=WINA Newsradion 1070|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>  
Charlottesville has closed all indoor recreation facilities and park rentals, and has also canceled all public meetings until further notice except the March 16 City Council. The City Council meeting scheduled for [[March 16]] will continue and the city will pilot a new way of allowing public input. <ref>{{cite web|title=The Latest Coronavirus Information for the City of Charlottesville|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/Home/Components/News/News/10184/635|author=|work=Press Release|publisher=City of Charlottesville|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>  The city added further restrictions on March 16 and will only be open for essential personnel beginning on March 17. The closure has been extended to at least [[April 26]]. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=City Hall closure extended two weeks; employees will still be paid|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/city-hall-closure-extended-two-weeks-employees-will-still-be-paid/article_b19bfbdc-a464-5ea3-abdf-032f0d11a9cd.html|author=Staff Reports|pageno=|printdate=April 13, 2020|publishdate=April 12, 2020|accessdate=April 13, 2020}}</ref>


The customer service window for the Charlottesville Police Department is closed until further notice. <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://twitter.com/seantubbs/status/1239976805467131906|author=Sean Tubbs|work=Tweet|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 17, 2020}}</ref> The Police Department has also modified its responses to non-emergency calls. <ref>{{cite web|title=CPD TO MODIFY POLICE RESPONSES|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/departments-and-services/departments-h-z/police-department|author=Tyler Hawn|work=Website|publisher=Charlottesville Police Department|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>   
The customer service window for the Charlottesville Police Department is closed until further notice. <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://twitter.com/seantubbs/status/1239976805467131906|author=Sean Tubbs|work=Tweet|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 17, 2020}}</ref> The Police Department has also modified its responses to non-emergency calls. <ref>{{cite web|title=CPD TO MODIFY POLICE RESPONSES|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/departments-and-services/departments-h-z/police-department|author=Tyler Hawn|work=Website|publisher=Charlottesville Police Department|location=|publishdate=March 17, 2020|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>   


Charlottesville City Schools began distributing food to low-income students on [[March 17]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=CCS Food Distribution|url=https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084ba4af2ca4f85-ccsfood|author=|work=|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> Weekday distribution of meals will take place between 10 am and noon at ten locations throughout the city. <ref name="food">{{cite web|title=Neighborhood Meal Delivery During Closure|url=http://charlottesvilleschools.org/food|author=|work=Website|publisher=Charlottesville City Schools|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
The [[Charlottesville Economic Development Authority]] held a telephone meeting on [[March 31]], [[2020]] and passed a resolution to retool several grant programs for resiliency efforts. <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville to provide $350,000 to businesses through grants, loans|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/charlottesville-to-provide-350-000-to-businesses-through-grants-loans/article_10af62e4-d9cf-5c24-b22b-440a19442703.html|author=Nolan Stout|work=News Article|publisher=Daily Progress|location=|publishdate=March 31, 2020|accessdate=April 6, 2020}}</ref>
===University of Virginia===
UVA President [[Jim Ryan]] held a town hall on [[April 2]] to update the University community. <ref name="town-hall">{{cite web|title=University leaders host virtual town hall to address ongoing COVID-19 impact|url=https://www.cavalierdaily.com/article/2020/04/university-leaders-host-virtual-town-hall-to-address-ongoing-covid-19-impact|author=Sydney Herzog|work=News Article|publisher=Cavalier Daily|location=|publishdate=April 3, 2020|accessdate=April 11, 2020}}</ref>
The University of Virginia has converted Bond, Bice and Language Houses into temporary housing for healthcare workers. <ref>{{cite web|title=U.Va. to provide temporary housing for healthcare workers in Bond, Bice and Language Houses|url=https://www.cavalierdaily.com/article/2020/04/u-va-to-provide-temporary-housing-for-healthcare-workers-in-bond-bice-and-language-houses|author=Zach Rosenthal|work=News Article|publisher=Cavalier Daily|location=|publishdate=April 3, 2020|accessdate=April 11, 2020}}</ref>
The UVA Hospital suspended in-patient visitation  in late March. <ref name="dp323">{{cite-progress|title=With few exceptions, UVa prohibits visitors to inpatient facilities|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/with-few-exceptions-uva-prohibits-visitors-to-inpatient-facilities/article_a90a9556-cbc0-53df-a45f-a889f7f9156c.html|author=Nolan Stout|pageno=|printdate=March 23, 2020|publishdate=March 23, 2020|accessdate=March 23, 2020}}</ref>


===Surrounding counties===
===Surrounding counties===
Augusta Health in Fishersville has indicated they are prepared for an outbreak in the Shenandoah Valley. <ref>{{cite web|title=Augusta Health prepares for possible coronavirus outbreak|url=https://www.newsvirginian.com/news/local/augusta-health-prepares-for-possible-coronavirus-outbreak/article_66a6cbdf-da04-568d-97aa-d2fc66d74791.html|author=Rebecca J. Barnabi|work=News Article|publisher=The News-Virginian|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref> 


===Impact on school children===
*[https://www.greenecountyva.gov/forms/documents/2203-press-release-adjustments-002/file Greene County March 19 press release on changes to operations]
 
===Schools impact===


The announcement of the closure of schools on [[March 13]] immediately prompted many to begin to think about what to do for children for whom school lunches may be the only regular mealtimes. That's potentially thousands of young people in Albemarle and Charlottesville. The city school system is planning on a meals program. The [[PB&J Fund]] is also seeking volunteers and donations and will distribute food on [[March 16]]. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Area schools brace for two-week closure|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/area-schools-brace-for-two-week-closure/article_a3ae8f95-2008-5750-b0e4-032a950f76ba.html|author=Katherine Knott|pageno=A1|printdate=March 14, 2020|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> People have stepped up to volunteer for Monday. <ref>{{cite web|title=Volunteer Sign-up for Lunch Distribution|url=https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040849a5ab22a6fb6-volunteer|author=|work=Sign up sheet|publisher=|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
The announcement of the closure of schools on [[March 13]] immediately prompted many to begin to think about what to do for children for whom school lunches may be the only regular mealtimes. That is potentially thousands of young people in Albemarle and Charlottesville. The city school system is planning on a meals program. The [[PB&J Fund]] sought volunteers and donations to distribute food on [[March 16]]. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Area schools brace for two-week closure|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/area-schools-brace-for-two-week-closure/article_a3ae8f95-2008-5750-b0e4-032a950f76ba.html|author=Katherine Knott|pageno=A1|printdate=March 14, 2020|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Volunteer Sign-up for Lunch Distribution|url=https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040849a5ab22a6fb6-volunteer|author=|work=Sign up sheet|publisher=|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>


Charlottesville City Schools are looking for volunteers to sign up to help distribute food beginning [[March 17]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=CCS Food Distribution|url=https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084ba4af2ca4f85-ccsfood|author=|work=|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> Albemarle will offer the same service at several locations throughout the county beginning on March 17.   
Charlottesville City Schools are looking for volunteers to sign up to help distribute food beginning [[March 17]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=CCS Food Distribution|url=https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084ba4af2ca4f85-ccsfood|author=|work=|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> Albemarle will offer the same service at several locations throughout the county beginning on March 17.   
Virginia is seeking a federal waiver to cancel this years Standards of Learning tests. <ref>{{cite web|title=Virginia to seek SOL waiver|url=https://www.suffolknewsherald.com/2020/03/20/virginia-to-seek-sol-waiver/|author=Staff Reports|work=News Article|publisher=Suffolk News-Herald|location=Suffolk, VA|March 20, 2020|accessdate=March 22, 2020}}</ref> 
Albemarle expanded its meal distribution program on March 25. <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle County lunch program during coronavirus shutdown expands|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/25/albemarle-county-lunch-program-during-coronavirus-shutdown-expands/|author=Lottye Lockheart|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=Charlottesville, VA|publishdate=March 25, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>
   
   
[https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/guidance-for-schools.html The federal Centers for Disease Control have a website on recommended school policies]
[https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/guidance-for-schools.html The federal Centers for Disease Control have a website on recommended school policies]
Albemarle and Charlottesville have delivered nearly 8,000 meals between [[March 17]] and [[March 24]]. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Local schools hand out nearly 8k meals in first week|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/local-schools-hand-out-nearly-k-meals-in-first-week/article_a34e11b7-e607-508b-bd05-56181b1befb8.html|author=Katherine Knott|pageno=|printdate=March 24, 2020|publishdate=March 23, 2020|accessdate=March 24, 2020}}</ref>
====Resources for parents====
====Resources for parents====
*[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FFxBbWT7ARSOXMGc5ITYt7y3uD_swEGZPNVtJQYSiH4/edit?fbclid=IwAR0TtYYQG0O32yPpzfRK5o3BV3MUiZgIufL25iOy5yqvd1LNHGv4ZaF8Wbs Resources for pre-K and elementary students compiled by a Charlottesville teacher]
*[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FFxBbWT7ARSOXMGc5ITYt7y3uD_swEGZPNVtJQYSiH4/edit?fbclid=IwAR0TtYYQG0O32yPpzfRK5o3BV3MUiZgIufL25iOy5yqvd1LNHGv4ZaF8Wbs Resources for pre-K and elementary students compiled by a Charlottesville teacher]
Albemarle County is seeking ways to move instruction online for the rest of the academic year. There will be no grades, however. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Albemarle school division outlines initial plans for learning during COVID-19 closure|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/albemarle-school-division-outlines-initial-plans-for-learning-during-covid/article_9eff9dfc-ce5f-5627-93b0-ae7291c51216.html|author=Katherine Knott|pageno=|printdate=March 26, 2020|publishdate=March 26, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>


===Effects on local business===
===Effects on local business===
Authorities have called for social distancing which immediately began to have an effect on people moving around the community but also prompted a debate over whether enough people are heeding the call. That began to change on Sunday, [[March 15]] as restaurants such as [[Rapture]] and [[Zocalo]] closed in advance of potential government-mandated shutdowns. <ref name="march15" /> Others remain open for delivery.  
====Early pandemic====
Soon after Governor Northam issued Executive Order 55, some businesses began limiting the number of people who could be in the store. One of these was Trader Joe's. <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle County Trader Joe’s limits number of shoppers allowed in stores at one time|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/04/03/albemarle-county-trader-joes-limits-number-shoppers-allowed-stores-one-time/|author=Staff Reports|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=April 2, 2020|accessdate=April 12, 2020}}</ref> As the pandemic continued into April, other stores such as Lowe's did not restrict the number of guests, but did install protective windows at sales counters. <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://twitter.com/seantubbs/status/1249061540579459074|author=Sean Tubbs|work=Tweet|publisher=|location=|publishdate=April 11, 2020|accessdate=April 12, 2020}}</ref>
 
[https://www.charlottesville.org/departments-and-services/departments-a-g/economic-development?fbclid=IwAR0-eBBnZUEUc2-8AYqeSqL4nDp6wso6Nzi1_QDY4B7-dm9ScfRagf1xg5I The City of Charlottesville's Economic Development Department have set up a resource page for affected businesses]. They have also retooled their grant programs to pivot towards resiliency efforts. <ref>{{cite web|title=Episode 14 - Helping Charlottesville|url=https://covid-19-in-charlottesville.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-14-helping-charlottesville|author=Sean Tubbs|work=Podcast|publisher=Sean Tubbs|location=|publishdate=April 1, 2020|accessdate=April 6, 2020}}</ref>
 
[https://cvilleinnovation.org/news/blog/leadership/practical-advice-for-startups-and-businesses-to-persevere The Charlottesville Business Innovation Council published a list of financial resources on March 29, 2020].
 
Authorities called early for social distancing which immediately began to have an effect on people moving around the community but also prompted a debate over whether enough people are heeding the call. That began to change on Sunday, [[March 15]] as restaurants such as [[Rapture]] and [[Zocalo]] closed in advance of potential government-mandated shutdowns. <ref name="march15" /> Others remain open for delivery. Governor Northam's Executive Order 55 provided clarity and allows for only essential businesses.  


* [[Milli Coffee Roasters]] began offering coffee to car service. <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville coffee shop delivers cups to cars in wake of coronavirus outbreak|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/13/charlottesville-coffee-shop-delivers-cups-cars-wake-coronavirus-outbreak/|author=Carly Kempler|work=News article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>
* [[Milli Coffee Roasters]] began offering coffee to car service. <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville coffee shop delivers cups to cars in wake of coronavirus outbreak|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/13/charlottesville-coffee-shop-delivers-cups-cars-wake-coronavirus-outbreak/|author=Carly Kempler|work=News article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>


* Many businesses remained open on [[March 13]] and [[March 14]], but are encouraging customers to maintain a distance between themselves. While many office workers have been told to work from home, retail employees do not have that luxury. <ref name="biz">{{cite-progress|title=Virus' impact on local business: While retail could take a hit, others turn to telecommuting|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/business/virus-impact-on-local-business-while-retail-could-take-a/article_43cdfacb-40c3-5021-a95e-25b6d89d58ef.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=A1|printdate=March 15, 2020|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>  
* Many businesses remained open on [[March 13]] and [[March 14]]. While many office workers were told early to work from home, retail employees did not have that luxury. <ref name="biz">{{cite-progress|title=Virus' impact on local business: While retail could take a hit, others turn to telecommuting|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/business/virus-impact-on-local-business-while-retail-could-take-a/article_43cdfacb-40c3-5021-a95e-25b6d89d58ef.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=A1|printdate=March 15, 2020|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>  
* The cancellation of the Virginia Festival of the Book has had a ripple effect on businesses such as [[New Dominion Bookshop]], which purchased additional stock for customers who will not be visiting Charlottesville this spring. <ref name="biz" />  
* The cancellation of the Virginia Festival of the Book had a ripple effect on businesses such as [[New Dominion Bookshop]], which purchased additional stock for customers who will not be visiting Charlottesville this spring. <ref name="biz" />  
* State Farm is evaluating the possibility of its staffers working from home. [[CFA Institute]] is doing the same thing. WillowTree is among the companies that have told their employees to work from home.
* State Farm early evaluated the possibility of its staffers working from home as did [[CFA Institute]]. WillowTree is among the companies that have told their employees to work from home.
* [[Ragged Mountain Running Shop]] decided to close effective on [[March 13]] but the owners said they would continue online sales and delivery <ref>{{cite web|title=An Important Message from Our Ragged Mountain Family about COVID-19|url=https://www.raggedmountainrunning.com/|author=|work=|publisher=Ragged Mountain Running Shop|location=|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>   
* [[Ragged Mountain Running Shop]] decided to close effective on [[March 13]] but the owners said they would continue online sales and delivery <ref>{{cite web|title=An Important Message from Our Ragged Mountain Family about COVID-19|url=https://www.raggedmountainrunning.com/|author=|work=|publisher=Ragged Mountain Running Shop|location=|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>   
* Many retail stores on the [[Downtown Mall]] began posting signs on March 15 saying they would close until further notice. <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://twitter.com/craftypanda/status/1239240942638555137|author=Allison Wrabel|work=Tweet|publisher=Twitter|location=|publishdate=March 15, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>  These include Blue Whale Books, O'Suzannah, Rock Paper Scissors and J. Fenton TOO.
* The [[Jefferson Madison Regional Library]] closed at 6 p.m. on Monday, [[March 16]], [[2020]] for further notice and operated on a limited schedule on Sunday, March 15, 2020. <ref>{{cite web|title=JMRL's COVID-19 RESPONSE|url=https://jmrl.org/covid19.html|author=|work=|publisher=Jefferson Madison Regional Library|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref> University of Virginia libraries were open until [[March 18]] <ref>{{cite web|title=COVID-19: Library Resources|url=https://www.library.virginia.edu/news/covid-19|author=|work=|publisher=University of Virginia Law Library|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 22, 2020}}</ref>
*Eltzroth and Thompson Greenhouses moved much of its operations to telephone and pick-up. <ref>{{cite web|title=Albemarle County greenhouse staying busy with curbside pickup or delivery|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/31/eltzroth-thompson-greenhouses-staying-busy-with-curbside-pickup-or-delivery/|author=Staff Reports|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=March 31, 2020|accessdate=April 6, 2020}}</ref>
*Some businesses that had planned to open before the pandemic was declared experienced difficulties in getting support from the federal and state government, such as one shop owner who wanted to open at [[Stonefield]]. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Pandemic delays, complicates Stonefield clothing business' opening|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/business/pandemic-delays-complicates-stonefield-clothing-business-opening/article_23322fd6-9446-5455-b0aa-0caeed7accb4.html|author=Tyler Hammel|pageno=|printdate=April 26, 2020|publishdate=April 24, 2020|accessdate=April 28, 2020}}</ref>


Many retail stores on the [[Downtown Mall]] began posting signs on March 15 saying they would close until further notice. <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://twitter.com/craftypanda/status/1239240942638555137|author=Allison Wrabel|work=Tweet|publisher=Twitter|location=|publishdate=March 15, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>  These include Blue Whale Books, O'Suzannah, Rock Paper Scissors and J. Fenton TOO.
=====Restaurants=====


* The [[Jefferson Madison Regional Library]] closed at 6 p.m. on Monday, [[March 16]], [[2020]] for further notice and operated on a limited schedule on Sunday, March 15, 2020. <ref>{{cite web|title=JMRL's COVID-19 RESPONSE|url=https://jmrl.org/covid19.html|author=|work=|publisher=Jefferson Madison Regional Library|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref> University of Virginia libraries are open but on a modified schedule. <ref>{{cite web|title=COVID-19: Library Resources|url=https://www.library.virginia.edu/news/covid-19|author=|work=|publisher=University of Virginia Law Library|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>
By early April, all restaurants are required to be take-out and delivery only. <ref>{{cite web|title=Restaurants offering takeout and delivery during the coronavirus pandemic|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/04/04/restaurants-offering-takeout-delivery-during-coronavirus-pandemic/|author=Staff Reports|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=April 6, 2020}}</ref> Some such as [[Petis Pois]] are putting an emphasis on serving as a showcase for local food, even selling products from some of them out of the restaurant. <ref>{{cite web|title=Land in Hand: How One Charlottesville Chef is Keeping His Promise Not to Abandon Farmers During the COVID-19 Crisis|url=https://charlottesville29.com/2020/04/12/land-in-hand-how-one-charlottesville-chef-is-keeping-his-promise-not-to-abandon-farmers-during-the-covid-19-crisis/?fbclid=IwAR2r1-JWr9nr66KQ6_4gq00I3mdQuwHefuBWvlJkjF958TPlLYZF54b6RFw|author=Charlottesville29|work=Blog Post|publisher=The Charlottesville 29|location=|publishdate=April 12, 2020|accessdate=April 12, 2020}}</ref>


Sysco and The Catering Outfit teamed up to provide groceries and food for laid-off restaurant employees in a project called the Catering Outfit Helps Food Pantry. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Area food firms team up to provide groceries amid increasing unemployment|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/area-food-firms-team-up-to-provide-groceries-amid-increasing-unemployment/article_e180d89d-f65c-5fec-b335-959864bf014f.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=April 3, 2020|publishdate=April 2, 2020|accessdate=April 12, 2020}}</ref>


====Restaurants====
* [[Charlottesville 29]] urges people to order gift cards from restaurants to support them in the short-term <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville Restaurants: Here’s How You Can Help Save Them|url=https://charlottesville29.com/2020/03/14/charlottesville-restaurants-heres-how-you-can-help-save-them/|author=|work=Blog post|publisher=Charlottesville 29|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
* [[Charlottesville 29]] urges people to order gift cards from restaurants to support them in the short-term <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville Restaurants: Here’s How You Can Help Save Them|url=https://charlottesville29.com/2020/03/14/charlottesville-restaurants-heres-how-you-can-help-save-them/|author=|work=Blog post|publisher=Charlottesville 29|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
* Another website called Support Cville has been created to be an active directory of how to help restaurant workers. [https://www.supportcville.com/ Support Cville website]
* A Go Fund Me account was launched to help local restaurant workers who will be affected by the shutdown of regular business [https://www.gofundme.com/f/charlottesville-restaurant-community/donate [https://www.gofundme.com/f/charlottesville-restaurant-community/donate (Link to Go Fund Me Page)] <ref>{{cite web|title=
* A Go Fund Me account was launched to help local restaurant workers who will be affected by the shutdown of regular business [https://www.gofundme.com/f/charlottesville-restaurant-community/donate [https://www.gofundme.com/f/charlottesville-restaurant-community/donate (Link to Go Fund Me Page)] <ref>{{cite web|title=
Charlottesville Restaurant Community Fund|url=https://www.gofundme.com/f/charlottesville-restaurant-community?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR1FZ_BRtL3pFc2I7mQEreE6N50yOSxkeF3_NxSxk12gOmfFw1ktaWDcXq4|author=Kaitlin Elwood|work=Go Fund Me page|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> This effort has also launched a [https://www.facebook.com/Charlottesville-Restaurant-FundResources-103989014568347/ Facebook page].
Charlottesville Restaurant Community Fund|url=https://www.gofundme.com/f/charlottesville-restaurant-community?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR1FZ_BRtL3pFc2I7mQEreE6N50yOSxkeF3_NxSxk12gOmfFw1ktaWDcXq4|author=Kaitlin Elwood|work=Go Fund Me page|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> This effort has also launched a [https://www.facebook.com/Charlottesville-Restaurant-FundResources-103989014568347/ Facebook page].
* The owner of Rapture wrote in a Facebook post on the afternoon of March 15 that the restaurant would close indefinitely. "I am doing this because it is irresponsible to continue to offer a venue for people to interact socially and to therefore provide an environment for COVID-19 to spread. Its spread, the consequence for human life, and the economy, is inevitable. But each person needs to step up now, and begin to engage in the only behavior that will turn the tide on this: self-isolating."  
* The owner of Rapture wrote in a Facebook post on the afternoon of March 15 that the restaurant would close indefinitely. "I am doing this because it is irresponsible to continue to offer a venue for people to interact socially and to therefore provide an environment for COVID-19 to spread. Its spread, the consequence for human life, and the economy, is inevitable. But each person needs to step up now, and begin to engage in the only behavior that will turn the tide on this: self-isolating."  
*Some restaurants remained open on March 16, but some began to close throughout the day. [[Blue Moon Diner]] opted to close that afternoon. <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://twitter.com/BlueMoonDiner1/status/1239600730622828545|author=|work=Tweet|publisher=Blue Moon Diner|location=|publishdate=March 16, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref>  
*Some restaurants remained open on March 16, but some began to close throughout the day. [[Blue Moon Diner]] opted to close that afternoon. <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://twitter.com/BlueMoonDiner1/status/1239600730622828545|author=|work=Tweet|publisher=Blue Moon Diner|location=|publishdate=March 16, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref>  
*Brazo's Tacos had gone to curbside service but made the decision on [[March 20]] to close indefinitely <ref name="brazo">{{cite web|title=|url=https://twitter.com/BrazosTacos/status/1241007492592816129|author=Brazo's Tacos|work=Tweet|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 20, 2020|accessdate=March 20, 2020}}</ref> Blue Moon would open to curbside pick-up later in the month.


====Churches====
=====Churches=====
Many places of worship did not hold services on [[March 15]] to help prevent the spread of the norel coronavirus. Those that meet in public schools already knew they could not hold services because of rules that prohibited meetings of up to 100 people. That included the [[Charlottesville Community Church]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=Coronavirus page|url=https://www.cvillechurch.org/ccc-update-regarding-coronavirus/|author=|work=|publisher=Charlottesville Community Church|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref> Others such as [[First Presbyterian Church]] have suspended all activities through [[March 27]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=ACTIVITIES AT FIRST PRES SUSPENDED THROUGH MARCH 27 DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS|url=https://www.firstprescharlottesville.org/announcements|author=|work=|publisher=First Presbyterian Church|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref> Other institutions such as the Church of the Incarnation held services but with precautions.
Many places of worship did not hold services on [[March 15]] to help prevent the spread of the norel coronavirus. Those that meet in public schools already knew they could not hold services because of rules that prohibited meetings of up to 100 people. That included the [[Charlottesville Community Church]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=Coronavirus page|url=https://www.cvillechurch.org/ccc-update-regarding-coronavirus/|author=|work=|publisher=Charlottesville Community Church|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref> Others such as [[First Presbyterian Church]] have suspended all activities through [[March 27]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=ACTIVITIES AT FIRST PRES SUSPENDED THROUGH MARCH 27 DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS|url=https://www.firstprescharlottesville.org/announcements|author=|work=|publisher=First Presbyterian Church|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref> Other institutions such as the Church of the Incarnation held services but with precautions.


==State impacts==
Attorney General Mark Herring asked the State Corporation Commission in an emergency petition to require utility companies to halt disconnects for non-payment. <ref>{{cite web|title=ATTORNEY GENERAL HERRING SEEKS TO HALT UTILITY DISCONNECTIONS DURING STATE OF EMERGENCY|url=https://www.oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/1658-march-13-2020-herring-seeks-to-halt-utility-disconnections-during-state-of-emergency|author=Charlotte Gomer|work=Press Release|publisher=Office of the Virginia Attorney General|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> Dominion announced the same day they would suspend disconnections. <ref>{{cite web|title=Coronavirus Update|url=https://www.dominionenergy.com/company/coronavirus|author=|work=Press Release|publisher=Dominion Energy|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>


The Virginia Employment Commission has prepared information for people who have been laid off or will be laid off in the coming weeks. A person has to actually be laid off or had hours reduced before they are eligible to apply for benefits. The maximum weekly benefit amount in Virginia is $378. <ref>{{cite web|title=Attention Workers Whose Job Has Been Affected by the Coronavirus|url=http://www.vec.virginia.gov/node/11699?fbclid=IwAR3vJiB9a9Fs8kF-EszJq9WKiCfL04cd1My2PqWQvBMt3OtY5vyCd1AoR0A|author=|work=|publisher=Virginia Employment Commission|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>
====First Phase of Forward Virginia====
On [[May 15]], several restaurants were prepared to move forward with outdoor dining, including [[Three Notch'd Brewing Company]], [[Ace Biscuit & Barbecue]], [[The Lazy Parrot]], and [[Martin’s Grill]]. Most businesses on the Downtown Mall initially held off. <ref>{{cite web|title=Tough call: Some local businesses reopen, while others hold off|url=https://www.c-ville.com/tough-call-some-local-businesses-reopen-while-others-hold-off/|author=Brielle Entzminger|work=News Article|publisher=C-Ville Weekly|location=|publishdate=May 19, 2020|accessdate=May 24, 2020}}</ref> In an Instagram post, [[Citizen Burger Bar]] cited the limited patio space and the close exposure to public travelways. <ref>{{cite web|title=|url=https://www.instagram.com/p/CAMWSdElqx_/|author=|work=Instagram post|publisher=|location=|publishdate=May 14, 2020|accessdate=May 24, 2020}}</ref>


==State response==
===Testing===
===Testing===
There have been questions about the ability of the state to test enough people. The official number is reported by the Virginia Department of Health each day at 9 a.m.


One issue is how the Virginia Department of Health is coming up with the figures for confirmed cases. On Tuesday, March 17, the number edged up to 67 out of 1,027 official tests. That number was up from 41 from the day before, when Northam had announced the first death from COVID-19.  
Additional testing capacity comes from private companies. Results have been taking long to get back.  


The person overseeing the state's response to the pandemic is Dr. Norm Oliver, the Virginia Health Commissioner. On March 15, he said the number of cases will be increasing.
The University of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth University have both developed tests. <ref>{{cite web|title=Expanded testing — and faster turnaround times — offer glimmer of hope in Virginia’s fight against COVID-19|url=https://www.virginiamercury.com/2020/03/25/expanded-testing-and-faster-turnaround-times-offer-glimmer-of-hope-in-virginias-fight-against-covid-19/|author=Kate Masters|work=News Article|publisher=Virginia Mercury|location=|publishdate=March 25, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Norfolk District teams to evaluate facilities for use as alternate-care-sites in Virginia|url=https://www.nao.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Stories/Article/2124140/norfolk-district-teams-to-evaluate-facilities-for-use-as-alternate-care-sites-i/|author=Patrick Bloodgood|work=News Article|publisher=Army Corps of Engineers Norfolk District|location=|publishdate=March 25, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>


"When we identify a case we do what we call contact investigation and we are looking into hundreds of contacts of these cases to trace down any new cases and to isolate them when we find them. We do know there will be new cases," Oliver said.
In the last week of March, Virginia lagged behind many other nearby the states in the number of residents who had been tested. <ref>{{cite web|title=Virginia’s coronavirus testing lags behind most states. That could be a big problem.
|url=https://www.dailypress.com/news/health/vp-nw-coronavirus-virginia-testing-behind-20200326-hul7xab3xjhkxdqpar2xtuyvyu-story.html|author=Peter Coutu|work=News Article|publisher=Daily Press|location=|publishdate=March 26, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>


Oliver said officials are concerned most with the peninsula region where there were eight cases and about 300 contacts that were being investigated as of Sunday, March 16.  
===PPE===
There is a statewide call for manufacturers in Virginia to retool their assembly line to produce more PPE.  


Oliver said the state lab had between 500 and 600 tests available as of Sunday afternoon, and private labs are also providing testing to people in Virginia.
The president of the Virginia College of Emergency Physicians has lead an effort to start production of plastic boxes that allow medical workers to intubate patients more safely. <ref>{{cite web|title=Va. ER physician spearheads intubation PPE equipment production|url=https://www.virginiabusiness.com/article/va-er-physician-spearheads-intubation-ppe-equipment-production/|author=Sydney Lake|work=News Article|publisher=Virginia Business|location=|publishdate=April 1, 2020|accessdate=April 1, 2020}}</ref>


"Many tests right now are pending and we will keep you informed as new results come in," Oliver said.


Henry Graff, a former NBC29 reporter who now works for WTVR in Richmond, pressed for more information on the number of tests.
===Medical capacity===
There are concerns that Virginia does not have enough medical beds. <ref>{{cite web|title=Va. hospitals projected to run out of beds within 6 months|url=https://www.virginiabusiness.com/article/all-va-hospital-regions-projected-to-max-out-bed-capacity-within-6-months/|author=Sydney Lake|work=News Article|publisher=Virginia Business|location=|publishdate=March 26, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>


The tests right now are certified by the state Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services. Here's the director, Doctor Denise Toney.
The Army Corps of Engineers is investigating sites for potential military hospitals. <ref>{{cite web|title=Army Corps to begin identifying Virginia locations for temporary hospitals|url=https://www.virginiamercury.com/blog-va/army-corps-to-begin-identifying-virginia-locations-for-temporary-hospitals/|author=Sarah Vogelsong|work=News Article|publisher=Virginia Mercury|location=|publishdate=March 25, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>


"With respect to test kits, we have recently updated our numbers and we have the capacity to perform tests up to 370 to 470 individuals," Toney said." We have orders that have already been placed with CDC and we are hopeful that we will get additional test kits next week and we are also looking into other ways that we can optimize the number of tests that we can provide for the Commonwealth."
In late March, a dormitory at Virginia Commonwealth University was converted to a temporary hospital, with student belongings transferred to storage. <ref>{{cite web|title=VCU Students Caught Off Guard by Dormitory Turned Medical Facility|url=https://vpm.org/news/articles/11909/vcu-students-caught-off-guard-by-dormitory-turned-medical-facility|author=VPM News|work=News Article|publisher=Virginia Public Media|location=|publishdate=March 26, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>


Governor Northam realized that Doctor Toney had forgotten a piece of information.
===Unemployment===
46,885 Virginians filed unemployment claims for the week ending [[March 21]]. <ref>{{cite web|title=Jobless claims spike in Virginia after coronavirus outbreak|url=https://apnews.com/995bab6ac1a948fe7efd4e9943a586df|author=News Article|work=|publisher=Associated Press|location=|publishdate=March 26, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>


"The testing that is conducted at the state lab is performed in close consultation with the Virginia Department of Health and testing at our facility is only done on those individuals that the Health Department has investigated and has approved at our facility. There are other individuals within the Commonwealth that are receiving testing and much of that testing is being done at the private sector." <ref name="ep1" />
===Relief for Virginians===
Attorney General Mark Herring asked the State Corporation Commission in an emergency petition to require utility companies to halt disconnects for non-payment. <ref>{{cite web|title=ATTORNEY GENERAL HERRING SEEKS TO HALT UTILITY DISCONNECTIONS DURING STATE OF EMERGENCY|url=https://www.oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/1658-march-13-2020-herring-seeks-to-halt-utility-disconnections-during-state-of-emergency|author=Charlotte Gomer|work=Press Release|publisher=Office of the Virginia Attorney General|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref> Dominion announced the same day they would suspend disconnections. <ref>{{cite web|title=Coronavirus Update|url=https://www.dominionenergy.com/company/coronavirus|author=|work=Press Release|publisher=Dominion Energy|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>


The first case in Charlottesville came through a test processed by a commercial laboratory. <ref name="first" />
The Virginia Employment Commission has prepared information for people who have been laid off or will be laid off in the coming weeks. A person has to actually be laid off or had hours reduced before they are eligible to apply for benefits. The maximum weekly benefit amount in Virginia is $378. <ref>{{cite web|title=Attention Workers Whose Job Has Been Affected by the Coronavirus|url=http://www.vec.virginia.gov/node/11699?fbclid=IwAR3vJiB9a9Fs8kF-EszJq9WKiCfL04cd1My2PqWQvBMt3OtY5vyCd1AoR0A|author=|work=|publisher=Virginia Employment Commission|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>


''This section will be updated throughout the day to reflect new information from Governor Ralph Northam's March 17, 2020 press conference.''
*The State Corporation Commission has "directed regulated electric, natural gas and water companies in Virginia to suspend service disconnections until the coronavirus outbreak subsides." <ref name="scc">{{cite web|title=SCC DIRECTS ELECTRIC, NATURAL GAS AND WATER COMPANIES TO SUSPEND SERVICE DISCONNECTIONS DURING COVID-19 STATE EMERGENCY|url=https://www.scc.virginia.gov/newsrel/r_noshutoff_20.aspx|author=|work=|publisher=State Corporation Commission|location=|publishdate=March 16|accessdate=March 17, 2020}}</ref>
*Virginia's public safety agencies announce a suspension of all visitation in state jails, cessation of prisoner transfers <ref>{{cite web|title=Joint Statement from Public Safety Agencies in
Virginia|url=https://files.constantcontact.com/4624df9b001/8e90b98e-7e6c-41e5-9ec6-f7e8694c55f3.pdf|author=|work=Joint Statement|publisher=|location=|publishdate=March 19, 2020|accessdate=March 19, 2020}}</ref>


===Price gouging===
===Price gouging===
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==Timeline==
==Timeline==
*[[March 11]] - Charlottesville staff holds meeting about emergency response <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville continues preparations for Coronavirus|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/Home/Components/News/News/10176/635|author=|work=Press release|publisher=City of Charlottesville|location=|publishdate=March 11, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=City officials continue coronavirus preparations|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41883987/city-officials-continue-coronavirus-preparations|author=News staff|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19 News|location=|publishdate=March 11, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>  
*[[March 11]] - Charlottesville staff holds meeting about emergency response <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville continues preparations for Coronavirus|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/Home/Components/News/News/10176/635|author=|work=Press release|publisher=City of Charlottesville|location=|publishdate=March 11, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=City officials continue coronavirus preparations|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41883987/city-officials-continue-coronavirus-preparations|author=News staff|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19 News|location=|publishdate=March 11, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>  
*[[March 11]] - [[Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital]] limits visitation <ref>{{cite web|title=Sentara limits visitors; Charlottesville City to review special event applications|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/sentara-limits-visitors-charlottesville-city-to-review-special-event-applications/article_2f2d8efd-61d8-559e-9208-a1ce7f9d5401.html|author=Staff reports|work=News article|publisher=Daily Progress|location=|publishdate=March 11, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 11]] - [[Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital]] limits visitation <ref>{{cite web|title=Sentara limits visitors; Charlottesville City to review special event applications|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/sentara-limits-visitors-charlottesville-city-to-review-special-event-applications/article_2f2d8efd-61d8-559e-9208-a1ce7f9d5401.html|author=Staff reports|work=News article|publisher=Daily Progress|location=|publishdate=March 11, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>
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*[[March 13]] &ndash; [[Center]] announces it will close until further notice<ref>{{cite web|title=The Center will close to the public at 4:30 PM on Friday, March 13|url=https://thecentercville.org/coronavirus-update|author=|work=|publisher=Center|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>   
*[[March 13]] &ndash; [[Center]] announces it will close until further notice<ref>{{cite web|title=The Center will close to the public at 4:30 PM on Friday, March 13|url=https://thecentercville.org/coronavirus-update|author=|work=|publisher=Center|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>   
*[[March 13]] &ndash; [[Charlottesville Area Community Foundation]] launches emergency relief fund to help those who will be affected by closures of public spaces and schools <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Community foundation launches emergency relief fund|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/community-foundation-launches-emergency-relief-fund/article_7608ae52-a869-5829-8b8f-83387b703bc2.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 13]] &ndash; [[Charlottesville Area Community Foundation]] launches emergency relief fund to help those who will be affected by closures of public spaces and schools <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Community foundation launches emergency relief fund|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/community-foundation-launches-emergency-relief-fund/article_7608ae52-a869-5829-8b8f-83387b703bc2.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 14]] &ndash; Virginia reports first COVID-19 related fatality <ref>{{cite web|title=Virginia reports first coronavirus death, 41 positive cases|url=https://www.pilotonline.com/news/health/vp-nw--20200314-2tuoc7tpurgpbieoyfjslyx3ie-story.html|author=Sara Gregory|work=News Article|publisher=Virginian-Pilot|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 14]] &ndash; Foot traffic continued on the [[Downtown Mall]] as some continue to go out about life normally <ref>{{cite web|title=People and students in Charlottesville react to social distancing recommendations|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/14/people-students-charlottesville-react-social-distancing-recommendations/|author=Daniel Grimes and C.J. Paschall|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 14]] &ndash; Foot traffic continued on the [[Downtown Mall]] as some continue to go out about life normally <ref>{{cite web|title=People and students in Charlottesville react to social distancing recommendations|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/03/14/people-students-charlottesville-react-social-distancing-recommendations/|author=Daniel Grimes and C.J. Paschall|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=March 14, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 15]] &ndash; Delegate [[Sally Hudson]] holds Facebook Live town hall at 7 pm <ref>{{cite web|title=Digital Town Hall|url=https://www.facebook.com/events/s/digital-town-hall/649839462468296/|author=|work=Facebook Event|publisher=|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 15]] &ndash; Delegate [[Sally Hudson]] holds Facebook Live town hall at 7 pm <ref>{{cite web|title=Digital Town Hall|url=https://www.facebook.com/events/s/digital-town-hall/649839462468296/|author=|work=Facebook Event|publisher=|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 15]] &ndash; In additional to state directives, the Centers for Disease are calling for a nationwide prohibition of gatherings of more than 50 people. <ref>{{cite web|title=Resources for Large Community Events & Mass Gatherings|url=https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/index.html|author=|work=|publisher=Centers for Disease Control|location=|publishdate=March 15, 2020|accessdate=March 16, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 16]] &ndash; Virginia Supreme Court declares a judicial emergency [http://www.courts.state.va.us/2020_0316_scv_order_declaration_of_judicial_emergency.pdf Order]
*[[March 16]] &ndash; Charlottesville City Council meets and voted to amend a special use permit for the [[Haven]] that allows it to be an overnight shelter for the course of the emergency. <ref>{{cite web|title=Agenda for April 20, 2020 Charlottesville City Council meeting|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/home/showdocument?id=69244|author=|work=|publisher=City of Charlottesville|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=April 19, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 16]] &ndash; Thomas Jefferson Health District confirms first COVID-19 case in Charlottesville  
*[[March 16]] &ndash; Thomas Jefferson Health District confirms first COVID-19 case in Charlottesville  
*[[March 17]] &ndash; Charlottesville City Schools will begin distributing meals to children in bag lunches <ref name="food" />
*[[March 17]] &ndash; Charlottesville City Schools will begin distributing meals to children in bag lunches <ref name="food" />
*[[March 18]] &ndash; University of Virginia students must be moved out of residence halls <ref>{{cite web|title=STUDENTS EXPERIENCE MELANCHOLY MOMENTS AS THEY LEAVE ‘EERIE’ GROUNDS|url=https://news.virginia.edu/content/students-experience-melancholy-moments-they-leave-eerie-grounds|author=Jane Kelly|work=News Article|publisher=UVA Today|location=|publishdate=March 16|accessdate=March 17, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 18]] &ndash; University of Virginia students must be moved out of residence halls <ref>{{cite web|title=STUDENTS EXPERIENCE MELANCHOLY MOMENTS AS THEY LEAVE ‘EERIE’ GROUNDS|url=https://news.virginia.edu/content/students-experience-melancholy-moments-they-leave-eerie-grounds|author=Jane Kelly|work=News Article|publisher=UVA Today|location=|publishdate=March 16|accessdate=March 17, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 18]] &ndash; Virginia Department of Environmental Quality suspends fieldwork for two weeks <ref>{{cite web|title=DEQ suspends routine fieldwork but will continue pipeline monitoring through contractors|url=https://www.virginiamercury.com/2020/03/20/deq-suspends-routine-fieldwork-but-will-continue-pipeline-monitoring-through-contractors/|author=Sarah Vogelsong|work=News Article|publisher=Virginia Mercury|location=|publishdate=March 20, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 20]] &ndash; [[Brazo's Tacos]] announces indefinite closure after having tried curbside service <ref name="brazo" />
*[[March 20]] &ndash; Albemarle Police Chief Ron Lantz announces that a police officer tested positive for COVID-19 <ref>{{cite web|Albemarle police employee tests positive; local total now 7|title=|url=https://www.starexponent.com/news/albemarle-police-employee-tests-positive-local-total-now/article_aac278f0-97f6-5e42-9561-e627179c0301.html|author=Staff reports|work=News Article|publisher=Culpeper Star Exponent|location=|publishdate=March 21, 2020|accessdate=March 23, 2020}}</ref> 
*[[March 20]] &ndash; [[Community Area Community Foundation]] announces more than $2 million has been raised <ref>{{cite web|title=Community Emergency Response Fund raises more than $2 million|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/story/41923416/community-emergency-response-fund-raises-more-than-dollar2-million|author=Staff Reports|work=News Article|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=March 20, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 24]] &ndash; [[Greene County]] Board of Supervisors expected to meet to reaffirm local emergency <ref>{{cite web|title=Agenda for March 24, 2020 Greene County Board of Supervisors meeting|url=http://gcva.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=275
*[[March 24]] &ndash; [[Greene County]] Board of Supervisors expected to meet to reaffirm local emergency <ref>{{cite web|title=Agenda for March 24, 2020 Greene County Board of Supervisors meeting|url=http://gcva.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=275
|author=Clerk of Greene County Board of Supervisors|work=Agenda|publisher=Greene County|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>
|author=Clerk of Greene County Board of Supervisors|work=Agenda|publisher=Greene County|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 18, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 27]] &ndash; Albemarle County adopts continuity of governance ordinance <ref name="continuity" />
*[[March 27]] &ndash; [[Collonades]] writes letter acknowledging presences of COVID-19 in facility <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Virus hits second area senior-living facility|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/virus-hits-second-area-senior-living-facility/article_199fd7d1-5c4e-5ba3-a816-e11aa42f63cc.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=March 28, 2020|publishdate=March 29, 2020|accessdate=March 29, 2020}}</ref>
*[[March 31]] &ndash; First fatality is reported in the Thomas Jefferson Health District <ref name="dp-fat" />
*[[April 2]] &ndash; Westminster Canterbury of the Blue Ridge announces a resident has tested positive for COVID-19 <ref>{{cite web|title=Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge confirms resident diagnosed with COVID-19|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/04/02/westminster-canterbury-blue-ridge-confirms-resident-diagnosed-with-covid-/|author=News Staff|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=April 2, 2020|accessdate=April 12, 2020}}</ref>
*[[April 3]] &ndash; UVA President holds town hall meeting with other top officials <ref name="town-hall" />
*[[April 14]] &ndash; University Provost Liz Magill announces spending cuts, including salary decreases for top officials <ref>{{cite web|title=April 14: Financial Impact Memo to Deans, Vice Presidents, Vice Provosts and Other Leaders|url=https://news.virginia.edu/content/latest-updates-uvas-response-coronavirus#april-14-1|author=Liz Magill|work=Letter|publisher=University of Virginia Provost|location=|publishdate=April 14, 2020|accessdate=April 20, 2020}}</ref>
*[[April 16]] &ndash; Outbreak reported at the Envoy at the Village assisted living facility in Fluvanna County <ref name="envoy" />
*[[April 21]] &ndash; [[Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce]] launches [[Project Rebound]] to focus on economic development efforts after pandemic is over <ref>{{cite web|title=UVA JOINS EFFORT TO REVIVE LOCAL ECONOMY|url=https://news.virginia.edu/content/uva-joins-effort-revive-local-economy|author=Matt Kelly|work=Press Release|publisher=UVA Today|location=|publishdate=April 24, 2020|accessdate=April 28, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=Project Rebound launched to help businesses work together to restore operations|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/04/21/project-rebound-launched-help-businesses-work-together-restore-operations/|author=Kasey Hott|work=News Article|publisher=WVIR NBC29|location=|publishdate=April 21, 2020|accessdate=April 28, 2020}}</ref> <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Project Rebound aims to aid local business and find solutions to pandemic's impact|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/project-rebound-aims-to-aid-local-business-and-find-solutions-to-pandemics-impact/article_c514ff6b-88bc-5a5e-a89d-a54cd1953ee2.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=April 21, 2020|publishdate=April 28, 2020|accessdate=April 28, 2020}}</ref>
*[[April 22]] &ndash; General Assembly to meet for reconvened session
*[[May 7]] &ndash; National Guard begins first of two days of mask-fitting exercises for health care workers <ref>{{cite web|title=MASK FITTING EVENT IN ALBEMARLE COUNTY|url=https://www.cbs19news.com/clip/15060260/mask-fitting-event-in-albemarle-county|author=|work=Television news story|publisher=CBS19|location=|publishdate=May 7, 2020|accessdate=May 17, 2020}}</ref>
*[[May 8]] &ndash; Executive Order 53 is set to expire, but could be extended again
*[[May 18]] &ndash; [[University of Virginia]] Board of Visitors meet virtually in open and closed session <ref>{{cite-progress|title=UVa board discusses ways of mitigating costs incurred by pandemic|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/uva/uva-board-discusses-ways-of-mitigating-costs-incurred-by-pandemic/article_a9291cbb-73ef-586f-891b-f207319293ab.html|author=Tyler Hammel|pageno=|printdate=May 19, 2020|publishdate=May 18, 2020|accessdate=May 24, 2020}}</ref>
*[[May 19]] &ndash; Elections will be held in [[Scottsville]] <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Scottsville prepares for major election during coronavirus pandemic|url=https://www.nbc29.com/2020/04/26/scottsville-prepares-major-election-during-coronavirus-pandemic/|author=C.J. Paschall|pageno=|printdate=April 26, 2020|publishdate=April 24, 2020|accessdate=April 28, 2020}}</ref>
*[[May 20]] &ndash; WillowTree CEO [[Tobias Dengell]] told the [[Albemarle Board of Supervisors]] that the company had lost a quarter of its clients due to economic impacts. The project did not qualify for the Paycheck Protection Program. WillowTree will ask for extensions of deadlines they need to meet to obtain local and state payments for new employees. <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Woolen Mills project nears completion; Albemarle board agrees to another extension of agreement|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/woolen-mills-project-nears-completion-albemarle-board-agrees-to-another-extension-of-agreement/article_ca58f025-ff78-5506-8280-fe9d8d779d75.html|author=Allison Wrabel|pageno=|printdate=May 21, 2020|publishdate=May 21, 2020|accessdate=May 24, 2020}}</ref>


==Cancellations==


==Cancellations==
* The Charlottesville Ten-Miler was canceled <ref>{{cite web|title=COVID-19 situation cancels 2020 Charlottesville 10-Miler|url=https://wina.com/news/064460-covid-19-situation-cancels-2020-charlottesville-10-miler/|author=|work=|publisher=WINA Newsradio 1070|location=|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>   
* Albemarle and Charlottesville schools are closed through [[March 27]]
* [[Piedmont Virginia Community College]] has cancelled classes for March 16 and 17 and will transition to online classes <ref name="ctom-ongoing" /> <ref>{{cite-progress|title=PVCC to move online March 18 as coronavirus precaution|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/pvcc-to-move-online-march-as-coronavirus-precaution/article_4a427a09-c035-56cc-aca0-75c6c9dedaa1.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>
* Charlottesville has canceled all public meetings until further notice
* Charlottesville Ten-Miler is canceled <ref>{{cite web|title=COVID-19 situation cancels 2020 Charlottesville 10-Miler|url=https://wina.com/news/064460-covid-19-situation-cancels-2020-charlottesville-10-miler/|author=|work=|publisher=WINA Newsradio 1070|location=|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>   
* [[Piedmont Virginia Community College]] has cancelled classes for March 16 and 17 and will transition to online classes <ref name="ctom-ongoing"/> <ref>{{cite-progress|title=PVCC to move online March 18 as coronavirus precaution|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/pvcc-to-move-online-march-as-coronavirus-precaution/article_4a427a09-c035-56cc-aca0-75c6c9dedaa1.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>
* [[University of Virginia]] has moved all classes to online <ref name="ctom-ongoing" />
* [[University of Virginia]] has moved all classes to online <ref name="ctom-ongoing" />
* [[Virginia Festival of the Book]] has been cancelled <ref name="ctom-ongoing" />
* [[Virginia Festival of the Book]] was cancelled <ref name="ctom-ongoing" />
* [[Quadruplicity]] conference cancelled <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Quadruplicity conference postponed amid virus concerns|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/business/quadruplicity-conference-postponed-amid-virus-concerns/article_a1edf593-ff17-5db6-bf8f-0b87faf95c4c.html|author=Staff Reports|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>
* [[Quadruplicity]] conference was cancelled <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Quadruplicity conference postponed amid virus concerns|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/business/quadruplicity-conference-postponed-amid-virus-concerns/article_a1edf593-ff17-5db6-bf8f-0b87faf95c4c.html|author=Staff Reports|pageno=|printdate=March 13, 2020|publishdate=March 12, 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>
* Charlottesville Parks and Recreation Departments suspends several activities including rental of picnic shelters, senior trips and birthday rentals <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville Parks & Recreation Cancellations and Suspensions due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/Home/Components/News/News/10182/635|author=|work=News Release|publisher=City of Charlottesville|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>
* Charlottesville Parks and Recreation Departments suspended several activities including rental of picnic shelters, senior trips and birthday rentals <ref>{{cite web|title=Charlottesville Parks & Recreation Cancellations and Suspensions due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)|url=https://www.charlottesville.org/Home/Components/News/News/10182/635|author=|work=News Release|publisher=City of Charlottesville|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 13, 2020}}</ref>
*[[Monticello]] will be closed through [[March 30]] <ref>{{cite web|title=Monticello to Temporarily Close, March 16-30 |url=https://www.monticello.org/visitor-update/|author=|work=|publisher=Monticello|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>  
*[[Monticello]] will be closed until further notice<ref>{{cite web|title=Monticello to Temporarily Close, March 16-30 |url=https://www.monticello.org/visitor-update/|author=|work=|publisher=Monticello|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>  
*[[Tom Tom Festival]] postponed until September <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Monticello, Montpelier to close; Tom Tom postponed|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/monticello-montpelier-to-close-tom-tom-postponed/article_df8da3b6-5516-5b6e-97bf-70bb27358336.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
*[[Tom Tom Festival]] postponed until September <ref>{{cite-progress|title=Monticello, Montpelier to close; Tom Tom postponed|url=https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/monticello-montpelier-to-close-tom-tom-postponed/article_df8da3b6-5516-5b6e-97bf-70bb27358336.html|author=Staff reports|pageno=|printdate=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 14, 2020}}</ref>
*[[Rivanna Conservation Alliance]] suspends office operations and water quality monitoring until safety protocols are worked out  
*[[Rivanna Conservation Alliance]] suspends office operations and water quality monitoring until safety protocols are worked out  
*[[WorldStrides]] has postponed all student trips through [[April 12]] <ref>{{cite web|title=Frequently Asked Questions on Coronavirus|url=https://worldstrides.com/frequently-asked-questions/|author=|work=FAQ|publisher=WorldStrides|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>   
*[[WorldStrides]] has postponed all student trips until further notice <ref>{{cite web|title=Frequently Asked Questions on Coronavirus|url=https://worldstrides.com/frequently-asked-questions/|author=|work=FAQ|publisher=WorldStrides|location=|publishdate=March 13, 2020|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>   
*[https://www.c-ville.com/event-updates/ C-Ville Weekly list of canceled events]


==Media Resources==
==Media Resources==
*[https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/articles/special-ongoing-covid-19-coverage/ Charlottesville Tomorrow coverage of COVID-19] <ref name="ctom-ongoing">{{cite web|title=Special: Ongoing COVID-19 coverage|url=https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/articles/special-ongoing-covid-19-coverage/|author=Billy Jean Louis, Charlotte Renee Woods, and Elliott Robinson|work=News Article|publisher=Charlottesville Tomorrow|location=|publishdate=March 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>  
*[https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/articles/special-ongoing-covid-19-coverage/ Charlottesville Tomorrow coverage of COVID-19] <ref name="ctom-ongoing">{{cite web|title=Special: Ongoing COVID-19 coverage|url=https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/articles/special-ongoing-covid-19-coverage/|author=Billy Jean Louis, Charlotte Renee Woods, and Elliott Robinson|work=News Article|publisher=Charlottesville Tomorrow|location=|publishdate=March 2020|accessdate=March 12, 2020}}</ref>  
*[https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/the-latest-the-spread-and-impact-of-covid/collection_34f33ace-7b58-5d76-951b-757c15dc3afb.html Daily Progress page on COVID-19]
*[https://www.dailyprogress.com/news/the-latest-the-spread-and-impact-of-covid/collection_34f33ace-7b58-5d76-951b-757c15dc3afb.html Daily Progress page on COVID-19]
*[https://www.cavalierdaily.com/section/coronavirus Cavalier Daily coverage of COVID-19]
*[https://www.cavalierdaily.com/section/coronavirus Cavalier Daily coverage of COVID-19]
*[https://covid-19-in-charlottesville.simplecast.com/ COVID-19 in Charlottesville podcast]


==Local Resources==
*[https://uvahealth.com/services/infectious-disease/coronavirus-faqs FAQ on COVID-19 from UVA Health]
*[https://www.virginia.edu/coronavirus UVA page on COVID-19 response]
*[http://charlottesvilleschools.org/coronavirus/ Charlottesville City schools page on COVID-19]
*[https://www.pvcc.edu/coronavirus-covid-19 Piedmont Virginia Community College page on COVID-19]
*[https://www.k12albemarle.org/acps/division/Pages/COVID-19.aspx Albemarle County Public Schools page on COVID-19]
*[https://files.constantcontact.com/4624df9b001/8b23af80-0049-4107-b314-b4f67f83e34b.pdf Charlottesville's declaration of local emergency from March 12, 2020]
*[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2F5GjgzYMG2jsqnf_B8RX6Q3PdXr8rssi7sSDR_itvRaYtw/viewform?fbclid=IwAR3JpNSz65cSlJgS0zGJ8Vw3HPclBmzR5efs1seak5X3ox7GInXSHuJa3IQ Daily Progress solicitation of stories to aid their reporting]
*[https://www.facebook.com/Charlottesville-Restaurant-FundResources-103989014568347/ Facebook page for Charlottesville Restaurant Fund]
*[http://www.vec.virginia.gov/node/11699?fbclid=IwAR3vJiB9a9Fs8kF-EszJq9WKiCfL04cd1My2PqWQvBMt3OtY5vyCd1AoR0A Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) information on applying for benefits]
==Health resources==
*[http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/surveillance-and-investigation/novel-coronavirus/ Virginia Department of Health coronavirus page]
*[https://adaa.org/finding-help/coronavirus-anxiety-helpful-resources?fbclid=IwAR3lp57aW4-DUg0BX7MtY2QcgdYh3RyIRwpXAFt_hosnnHg0mb108mvUqpA Coronavirus Anxiety - Helpful Expert Tips and Resources from Anxiety and Depression Association of America]
*[https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Centers for Disease Control COVID-19 website]
*[https://wtop.com/coronavirus/2020/03/how-to-keep-coronavirus-fears-from-affecting-your-mental-health/ CNN Article on How to keep coronavirus fears from affecting your mental health]
*[https://www.augustahealth.com/coronavirus Augusta Health information on Coronavirus]
*[https://sentaraupdates.com/ Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital updates]
([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfG-q5opkYs&feature=youtu.be Video on


===Medical capacity===
===Medical capacity===
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The University of Virginia Health System has 612 beds. <ref>{{cite web|title=Facts & Statistics|url=https://uvahealth.com/about/facts-stats|author=|work=FAQ|publisher=University of Virginia Health System|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>   
The University of Virginia Health System has 612 beds. <ref>{{cite web|title=Facts & Statistics|url=https://uvahealth.com/about/facts-stats|author=|work=FAQ|publisher=University of Virginia Health System|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>   


[[Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital]] has 176 beds. <ref>{{cite web|title=About Us|url=https://www.sentara.com/charlottesville-virginia/hospitalslocations/locations/martha-jefferson-hospital/about-us.aspx|author=|work=|publisher=Sentara|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>
[[Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital]] has 176 beds. <ref>{{cite web|title=About Us|url=https://www.sentara.com/charlottesville-virginia/hospitalslocations/locations/martha-jefferson-hospital/about-us.aspx|author=|work=|publisher=Sentara|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>


In the early days of quarantine, one local ER nurse questioned in whether the hospital network is ready. <ref>{{cite web|title=The fatalistic view from an ER Nurse on what's ahead|url=https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2020/3/19/1928803/-The-fatalistic-view-from-an-ER-Nurse-on-what-s-ahead|author=Kellen Squire|work=Blog post|publisher=DailyKoS|location=|publishdate=March 19, 2020|accessdate=March 19, 2020}}</ref>


==Global resources==
==Global resources==
*[https://ncov2019.live/data Dashboard of cases throughout the world updated by Avi Schiffman]
*[https://ncov2019.live/data Dashboard of cases throughout the world updated by Avi Schiffman]
*There is also concern of how quarantines in Italy are affected the residents of [[Poggio a Caiano]] <ref>{{cite web|title=In it together: Life under quarantine in our Italian sister city|url=https://www.c-ville.com/in-it-together-life-under-quarantine-in-our-italian-sister-city/|author=|work=|publisher=|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>   
*There is also concern of how quarantines in Italy are affected the residents of [[Poggio a Caiano]] <ref>{{cite web|title=In it together: Life under quarantine in our Italian sister city|url=https://www.c-ville.com/in-it-together-life-under-quarantine-in-our-italian-sister-city/|author=|work=|publisher=|location=|publishdate=|accessdate=March 15, 2020}}</ref>   
*[https://coronavirus.1point3acres.com/en Another tracker]
*[https://covidactnow.org/ Movement growing to point out need for lockdowns sooner rather than later]


==References==
==References==
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==External Links==
==External Links==
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coronavirus_disease_2019 WIkipedi link]
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coronavirus_disease_2019 WIkipedi link]
*[https://www.facebook.com/groups/500721927287565/ Mutual Aid Infrastructure Facebook page]
*[https://www.facebook.com/groups/500721927287565/ Mutual Aid Infrastructure Facebook page]
*[https://www.vpap.org/covid-19/ Virginia Public Access Project page on COVID-19 cases in Virginia]

Revision as of 12:50, 25 May 2020

The COVID-19 Emergency is an ongoing crisis to contain the coronavirus that has impacted all aspects of life in the greater Charlottesville region and the world. Since March 12, people have been recommended to limit contacts with others to stop the infection from expanding to the point where hospitals are overwhelmed. That was the day Virginia Governor Ralph Northam declared a state of emergency. A stay at home order was declared on March 30, 2020. [1] [2]

On May 15, 2020, the city of Charlottesville entered phase one of Governor Ralph Northam's plan to gradually lift health restrictions placed on the Commonwealth. Local establishments such as retail, restaurants and dining services and places of worship are now allowed to operate at 50 percent occupancy. The city will continue to follow the governor's Safer-At-Home strategy which includes maintaining the ban on social gatherings of more than 10 people, teleworking and wearing face coverings. [3]

There are currently (as of May 25, 2020) 82 total cases in Charlottesville with 15 hospitalized cases and 3 dead.[4] An outbreak was reported at a long term care facility in Fluvanna County on April 13. [5] The first fatality in the Thomas Jefferson Health District was reported on March 31, 2020. [6] [7] [8] [9]

Local schools are closed through the end of the school year. [10] Many businesses have closed and people are required to limit contact with other people through a phenomenon called "social-distancing." Charlottesville has suspended tax collections for the time being. [11]

Several groups have formed to help coordinate assistance for people in need. These are direct links:

The Virginia Department of Health has set up a hotline for the Thomas Jefferson Health District at 434-972-6261. Charlottesville has a community resource line at 434-234-4490.


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  • New space in a new tower at the University of Virginia Medical Center will come online earlier than expected to serve as additional space for patients [12]

Local Resources

Health resources

(CDC Video on Coronavirus

Local cases

The first case is a woman in her late 50's who is believed to have contracted the virus locally,[13] contrary to initial reports of the case being travel-related. [14] [15]

Cases in the Thomas Jefferson Health District increased slowly. The state health numbers lag behind reports from local districts [16] [17] Two are from Charlottesville and one is from Albemarle County [18]

The first fatality was reported on March 31, 2020. [6]

Local PPE

SupportCville has a held campaign to locate supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE) for area doctor's offices and longterm care facilities.

The Hospice of the Piedmont issued a call for donations on March 25. [19]

Local government responses

Albemarle County and Charlottesville declared local emergencies on March 12, 2020 in order to help coordinate public safety efforts to contain the spread of the disease. This gives officials more flexibility to conduct business. It has resulted in the temporary halt of public meetings as well as the delay of the adoption of the FY21 budget in Albemarle County. [20] [21] On March 19, Charlottesville announced it would suspend collection of taxes for the time being.

Albemarle supervisors received a briefing at their meeting on March 17, 2020. [22]

The University of Virginia will remain closed all spring and will not hold Final Exercises (graduation) this year [23] [24]

  • Governor Ralph Northam urged Virginians on March 17 to restrict gatherings to ten people or less in order to halt community spread. Virginians over the age of 65 are urged to self-quarantine.
  • Virginia DMV offices were ordered closed by Governor Ralph Northam on March 17
  • the first is one known case of COVID-19 in Charlottesville as of March 16, 2020. The patient is a woman in her late 50's who is believed to have contracted the virus while traveling. Her test was processed by a commercial lab. She is an employee of the Women's Center at the University of Virginia and the facility is being sterilized.
  • Charlottesville has suspended tax collections for the time being [11]
  • Charlottesville Vice Mayor Sena Magill is in self-quarantine and is awaiting the results of a test [25]

Albemarle County

Albemarle County declared an emergency on March 12 and implemented a multi-phased plan to respond to the crisis. The Incident Management team is coordinating a response. [26]

The Board of Superiors delayed adoption of the FY2021 budget [27] Buildings are closed to the public for the foreseeable future. [28] At a briefing on March 18, Supervisors extended the date to adopt a final budget to May 14. [29] The Albemarle Board of Supervisors held a work session on March 17 and a regular meeting on March 18 but public attendance was restricted to watch from home [27]

On April 1, Supervisors were told there would need to be at least $6.24 million in cuts to general government and school budgets in FY2020 to make up for lost revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [30]

Supervisors adopted a draft continuity of governance ordinance on March 27. [31] [32] Supervisors pioneered taking comment from the public remotely at their April 1, 2020 meeting. However, no one spoke at the only public hearing scheduled. [33] Albemarle will spend the month of April testing new public engagement techniques before resuming sometime in May. [34]

Public safety crews have altered operations on rescue missions, with additional call screening in place to ensure fire and rescue personnel are protected. [35]

The Town of Scottsville is following Albemarle's plan. [36] They have declared their own local emergency. [27]

Albemarle County is opening up parking lots for public wi-fi.

Charlottesville

Charlottesville declared a state of emergency on March 12. (Charlottesville's declaration of local emergency from March 12, 2020)

The Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority has announced a moratorium on all evictions effective in [37]

Charlottesville has closed all indoor recreation facilities and park rentals, and has also canceled all public meetings until further notice except the March 16 City Council. The City Council meeting scheduled for March 16 will continue and the city will pilot a new way of allowing public input. [38] The city added further restrictions on March 16 and will only be open for essential personnel beginning on March 17. The closure has been extended to at least April 26. [39]

The customer service window for the Charlottesville Police Department is closed until further notice. [40] The Police Department has also modified its responses to non-emergency calls. [41]

Charlottesville City Schools began distributing food to low-income students on March 17. [42] Weekday distribution of meals will take place between 10 am and noon at ten locations throughout the city. [43]

The Charlottesville Economic Development Authority held a telephone meeting on March 31, 2020 and passed a resolution to retool several grant programs for resiliency efforts. [44]

University of Virginia

UVA President Jim Ryan held a town hall on April 2 to update the University community. [45]

The University of Virginia has converted Bond, Bice and Language Houses into temporary housing for healthcare workers. [46]

The UVA Hospital suspended in-patient visitation in late March. [16]

Surrounding counties

Schools impact

The announcement of the closure of schools on March 13 immediately prompted many to begin to think about what to do for children for whom school lunches may be the only regular mealtimes. That is potentially thousands of young people in Albemarle and Charlottesville. The city school system is planning on a meals program. The PB&J Fund sought volunteers and donations to distribute food on March 16. [47] [48]

Charlottesville City Schools are looking for volunteers to sign up to help distribute food beginning March 17. [49] Albemarle will offer the same service at several locations throughout the county beginning on March 17.

Virginia is seeking a federal waiver to cancel this years Standards of Learning tests. [50]

Albemarle expanded its meal distribution program on March 25. [51]

The federal Centers for Disease Control have a website on recommended school policies

Albemarle and Charlottesville have delivered nearly 8,000 meals between March 17 and March 24. [52]

Resources for parents

Albemarle County is seeking ways to move instruction online for the rest of the academic year. There will be no grades, however. [53]

Effects on local business

Early pandemic

Soon after Governor Northam issued Executive Order 55, some businesses began limiting the number of people who could be in the store. One of these was Trader Joe's. [54] As the pandemic continued into April, other stores such as Lowe's did not restrict the number of guests, but did install protective windows at sales counters. [55]

The City of Charlottesville's Economic Development Department have set up a resource page for affected businesses. They have also retooled their grant programs to pivot towards resiliency efforts. [56]

The Charlottesville Business Innovation Council published a list of financial resources on March 29, 2020.

Authorities called early for social distancing which immediately began to have an effect on people moving around the community but also prompted a debate over whether enough people are heeding the call. That began to change on Sunday, March 15 as restaurants such as Rapture and Zocalo closed in advance of potential government-mandated shutdowns. [27] Others remain open for delivery. Governor Northam's Executive Order 55 provided clarity and allows for only essential businesses.

  • Many businesses remained open on March 13 and March 14. While many office workers were told early to work from home, retail employees did not have that luxury. [58]
  • The cancellation of the Virginia Festival of the Book had a ripple effect on businesses such as New Dominion Bookshop, which purchased additional stock for customers who will not be visiting Charlottesville this spring. [58]
  • State Farm early evaluated the possibility of its staffers working from home as did CFA Institute. WillowTree is among the companies that have told their employees to work from home.
  • Ragged Mountain Running Shop decided to close effective on March 13 but the owners said they would continue online sales and delivery [59]
  • Many retail stores on the Downtown Mall began posting signs on March 15 saying they would close until further notice. [60] These include Blue Whale Books, O'Suzannah, Rock Paper Scissors and J. Fenton TOO.
  • The Jefferson Madison Regional Library closed at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2020 for further notice and operated on a limited schedule on Sunday, March 15, 2020. [61] University of Virginia libraries were open until March 18 [62]
  • Eltzroth and Thompson Greenhouses moved much of its operations to telephone and pick-up. [63]
  • Some businesses that had planned to open before the pandemic was declared experienced difficulties in getting support from the federal and state government, such as one shop owner who wanted to open at Stonefield. [64]
Restaurants

By early April, all restaurants are required to be take-out and delivery only. [65] Some such as Petis Pois are putting an emphasis on serving as a showcase for local food, even selling products from some of them out of the restaurant. [66]

Sysco and The Catering Outfit teamed up to provide groceries and food for laid-off restaurant employees in a project called the Catering Outfit Helps Food Pantry. [67]

  • Charlottesville 29 urges people to order gift cards from restaurants to support them in the short-term [68]
  • A Go Fund Me account was launched to help local restaurant workers who will be affected by the shutdown of regular business [https://www.gofundme.com/f/charlottesville-restaurant-community/donate (Link to Go Fund Me Page) [69] This effort has also launched a Facebook page.
  • The owner of Rapture wrote in a Facebook post on the afternoon of March 15 that the restaurant would close indefinitely. "I am doing this because it is irresponsible to continue to offer a venue for people to interact socially and to therefore provide an environment for COVID-19 to spread. Its spread, the consequence for human life, and the economy, is inevitable. But each person needs to step up now, and begin to engage in the only behavior that will turn the tide on this: self-isolating."
  • Some restaurants remained open on March 16, but some began to close throughout the day. Blue Moon Diner opted to close that afternoon. [70]
  • Brazo's Tacos had gone to curbside service but made the decision on March 20 to close indefinitely [71] Blue Moon would open to curbside pick-up later in the month.
Churches

Many places of worship did not hold services on March 15 to help prevent the spread of the norel coronavirus. Those that meet in public schools already knew they could not hold services because of rules that prohibited meetings of up to 100 people. That included the Charlottesville Community Church. [72] Others such as First Presbyterian Church have suspended all activities through March 27. [73] Other institutions such as the Church of the Incarnation held services but with precautions.


First Phase of Forward Virginia

On May 15, several restaurants were prepared to move forward with outdoor dining, including Three Notch'd Brewing Company, Ace Biscuit & Barbecue, The Lazy Parrot, and Martin’s Grill. Most businesses on the Downtown Mall initially held off. [74] In an Instagram post, Citizen Burger Bar cited the limited patio space and the close exposure to public travelways. [75]

State response

Testing

There have been questions about the ability of the state to test enough people. The official number is reported by the Virginia Department of Health each day at 9 a.m.

Additional testing capacity comes from private companies. Results have been taking long to get back.

The University of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth University have both developed tests. [76] [77]

In the last week of March, Virginia lagged behind many other nearby the states in the number of residents who had been tested. [78]

PPE

There is a statewide call for manufacturers in Virginia to retool their assembly line to produce more PPE.

The president of the Virginia College of Emergency Physicians has lead an effort to start production of plastic boxes that allow medical workers to intubate patients more safely. [79]


Medical capacity

There are concerns that Virginia does not have enough medical beds. [80]

The Army Corps of Engineers is investigating sites for potential military hospitals. [81]

In late March, a dormitory at Virginia Commonwealth University was converted to a temporary hospital, with student belongings transferred to storage. [82]

Unemployment

46,885 Virginians filed unemployment claims for the week ending March 21. [83]

Relief for Virginians

Attorney General Mark Herring asked the State Corporation Commission in an emergency petition to require utility companies to halt disconnects for non-payment. [84] Dominion announced the same day they would suspend disconnections. [85]

The Virginia Employment Commission has prepared information for people who have been laid off or will be laid off in the coming weeks. A person has to actually be laid off or had hours reduced before they are eligible to apply for benefits. The maximum weekly benefit amount in Virginia is $378. [86]

  • The State Corporation Commission has "directed regulated electric, natural gas and water companies in Virginia to suspend service disconnections until the coronavirus outbreak subsides." [87]
  • Virginia's public safety agencies announce a suspension of all visitation in state jails, cessation of prisoner transfers [88]

Price gouging

The Attorney's General Office is seeking information on anyone taking advantage of the crisis to raise prices. The declaration of a state emergency triggered provisions "designed to protect consumers from paying exorbitant prices for necessary goods and services during an emergency." A hotline has been set up at 800-552-9963 or information can be submitted via online form. [89]

Timeline

Cancellations

Media Resources


Medical capacity

One of the reasons why the social distancing protocol has been put into place is to limit the impact on the medical system which could be overwhelmed if hospitalizations are required.

The University of Virginia Health System has 612 beds. [125]

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital has 176 beds. [126]

In the early days of quarantine, one local ER nurse questioned in whether the hospital network is ready. [127]

Global resources

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