COVID-19 Information & Resources
Stay up to date on developments and resources in regards to the Colorado General Assembly here. See below for Rep. Cutter’s comments.
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Governor Polis has declared a state of emergency, which allows him to take a number of actions to protect public health. These steps include providing paid sick leave to certain workers and opening a drive-up testing center for anyone who has a note from a doctor stating they meet the testing criteria. He has also asked the Division of Insurance to require health insurance plans to waive co-pays and deductibles for COVID-19 tests.
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For additional information, you can reach out to Jefferson County Public Health, and CDPHE also has resources available here. Remember to frequently and thoroughly wash your hands, wear a mask in public spaces, avoid touching your face, and cover coughs and sneezes. Please stay home from work if you are sick, and regularly clean all surfaces and devices, such as cell phones.
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I want you to know that we all take our commitment to this state and our constituents very seriously. I will do whatever I can as a legislator, and also as a private citizen, to help my community get through this. In the meantime, the local news media is sharing information as soon as it is available, and doing a wonderful job of keeping Coloradans informed. If we avoid panic (and hoarding!), take all recommended healthcare precautions, and work together to support one another, we will get through this and revive our economy.
- Representative Lisa Cutter
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Jefferson County Updates and Resources
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Jefferson County COVID-19 updates
Jefferson County Public Schools: Visit their COVID-19 web page for further information on back-to-school plans, remote learning, the emergency preparedness plan, employee information, FAQ, and more.
Jeffco Public Schools has also implemented “grab and go” meals for students and families (Monday-Friday only). See here for pick-up times and locations.
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Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
Update: The State of Colorado has launched a new site dedicated to providing information on the novel coronavirus outbreak. CDPHE is on the first lines of the coronavirus outbreak. Follow press releases, case summaries, and general resources on the CDPHE COVID-19 hub.
CDPHE has launched CO-HELP, Colorado’s call line for COVID-19. People who have general questions about the virus can call 303-389-1687 or 1-877-462-2911 for answers in many languages, or email COHELP@RMPDC.org for answers in English.
COVID-19 Public health guidance and resources
Information regarding COVID-19 testing
COVID-19 Symptoms
Guidance for large events & community mitigation
Guidance for schools and childcare facilities; recommendations for parents when schools are closed
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Other Updates from the State of Colorado
Governor’s Office: Follow press releases from the Governor’s Office for more information on the state’s response to COVID-1
Visit the Help Colorado Now Volunteer Now website to learn more about what you can do to help your neighbors.
Colorado Judicial Branch: Each jurisdiction is updating this web page with information regarding court proceedings during COVID-19. Information is available for state, county, and district courts, and contact the Colorado Judicial Branch if you have further questions.
Colorado Attorney General: The office of the Attorney General issued its first ever Consumer Alert advisory regarding scams profiting off COVID-19. Be sure to review the report, and visit Attorney General Weiser’s web page for further information.
Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles: The Colorado DMV has enstated online driver license renewal available for all drivers, regardless of age, to avoid having to renew in-person.
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Federal Government
Small Business Administration disaster assistance
Small Business Administration COVID-19 small business guidance and loan resources
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Resources for Coloradans
Workplace, Labor, and Employment Resources
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Information for Businesses and Workplaces:
Information regarding the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) disaster assistance loans
Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease from the SBA
The Disaster Recovery and Continuity Guide for Colorado Businesses
Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act
Colorado Restaurant Association Policies and Protocols for the Colorado Restaurant Industry
U.S. Department of Labor Offers Guidance for Preparing Workplaces for Coronavirus
Society for Human Resource Management: Coronavirus information and FAQs
Colorado Department of Labor & Employment (CDLE) Resources:
Unemployment Insurance - During layoffs, all employees are encouraged to apply for unemployment insurance. Those who are job-attached (meaning workers will be expected to return after a separation of up to 16 weeks) should file as "job-attached."
Work-Share Program may allow certain employees who have reduced hours to claim partial unemployment benefits.
Layoff/Separations assistance, information and resources
Division of Federal Employees' Compensation: Information on FECA Coverage for Coronavirus Disease
Education and Nutrition Resources:
Colorado Department of Education information on Emergency Feeding programs for school-aged children
CDPHE’s Recommendations on what to do when children are home from school
Colorado Department of Human Services Food Distribution Household Programs for households in need with food assistance
Chalkbeat’s map of food resources for children - available in Spanish
Utilities:
Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) Response to COVID outbreak. Read more here.
IREA (Intermountain Rural Electric Association) Response to COVID outbreak. Read more here.
Media Updates/Resources:
Denver Post: Coronavirus Coverage, Tracker, & School Reopening Plans
Colorado Sun: ongoing map of COVID-19 cases
Colorado Public Radio: Coronavirus FAQ