Town Of Dedham: Face Masks Required In All Town Of Dedham Municipal Buildings

Press release from the Town of Dedham:

11/08/2021 10:23 AM

As of Tuesday, August 10, 2021, face masks/face coverings will be required for all individuals aged 2 years or older*, regardless of vaccination status, when inside all Town of Dedham municipal buildings. (*Except where an individual is unable to wear a face mask / face covering due to a medical condition or disability.)

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health Dashboard has listed the following data for Norfolk County:

• Dedham has experienced 17 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 over a two-week period as of August 5, 2021.
• The Town saw less than 5 newly confirmed cases in the two weeks leading up to July 15, 2021.
• Dedham’s current 14-day average daily incidence rate (per 100,000 residents) is 4.4.
• On July 15, 2021, the Town’s 14-day average daily incidence rate was 1.
• The current 14-day average daily incidence rate (per 100,000 residents) in Norfolk County is 6.4.

According to the CDC Risk Map, Norfolk County is currently at “substantial risk for Covid-19 transmission.”

“To protect the safety and wellness of our residents, guests, and staff, we are reinstating the face mask requirement in all municipal buildings,” said Town Manager Leon Goodwin. “This requirement will remain in effect until further notice, and we will provide updates through our website and social media accounts when available.”

At this time, appointments are not required to conduct business at municipal offices, and events and meetings will continue as planned. Signs will be posted at the entrances and exits of all town buildings as a reminder of this requirement.

The following measures remain in place in Town buildings to ensure the health and safety of both employees and the public:

• Increased cleaning schedules in Town buildings
• Installed hand sanitization stations
• Protective barriers

Residents and others visiting Town buildings are encouraged to maintain a social distance of 6 feet from others when feasible.

To sign up for future updates and notification, subscribe on our website at www.dedham-ma.gov/subscribe and select “Town Management”.

Covid-19 Vaccination Locations

Individuals in Massachusetts between the ages of 12 and 17 are eligible to receive the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine, and individuals over the age of 18 can get any of the approved Covid-19 vaccines. If you have not yet received your Covid-19 vaccine, visit the state website at https://vaxfinder.mass.gov/ to find an appointment near you. (Note: Insurance and ID are not required to receive the vaccine.)

Covid-19 Testing Locations

To review your symptoms and to find a Covid-19 testing site near you, search the database on the State website at https://www.mass.gov/covid-19-testing

As of Tuesday, August 10, 2021, face masks/face coverings will be required for all individuals aged 2 years or older*, regardless of vaccination status, when inside all Town of Dedham municipal buildings. (*Except where an individual is unable to wear a face mask / face covering due to a medical condition or disability.)

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health Dashboard has listed the following data for Norfolk County:

• Dedham has experienced 17 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 over a two-week period as of August 5, 2021.
• The Town saw less than 5 newly confirmed cases in the two weeks leading up to July 15, 2021.
• Dedham’s current 14-day average daily incidence rate (per 100,000 residents) is 4.4.
• On July 15, 2021, the Town’s 14-day average daily incidence rate was 1.
• The current 14-day average daily incidence rate (per 100,000 residents) in Norfolk County is 6.4.

According to the CDC Risk Map, Norfolk County is currently at “substantial risk for Covid-19 transmission.”

“To protect the safety and wellness of our residents, guests, and staff, we are reinstating the face mask requirement in all municipal buildings,” said Town Manager Leon Goodwin. “This requirement will remain in effect until further notice, and we will provide updates through our website and social media accounts when available.”

At this time, appointments are not required to conduct business at municipal offices, and events and meetings will continue as planned. Signs will be posted at the entrances and exits of all town buildings as a reminder of this requirement.

The following measures remain in place in Town buildings to ensure the health and safety of both employees and the public:

• Increased cleaning schedules in Town buildings
• Installed hand sanitization stations
• Protective barriers

Residents and others visiting Town buildings are encouraged to maintain a social distance of 6 feet from others when feasible.

To sign up for future updates and notification, subscribe on our website at www.dedham-ma.gov/subscribe and select “Town Management”.

Covid-19 Vaccination Locations

Individuals in Massachusetts between the ages of 12 and 17 are eligible to receive the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine, and individuals over the age of 18 can get any of the approved Covid-19 vaccines. If you have not yet received your Covid-19 vaccine, visit the state website at https://vaxfinder.mass.gov/ to find an appointment near you. (Note: Insurance and ID are not required to receive the vaccine.)

Covid-19 Testing Locations

To review your symptoms and to find a Covid-19 testing site near you, search the database on the State website at https://www.mass.gov/covid-19-testing

This press release was produced by the Town of Dedham. The views expressed here are the author’s own.