APRIL 16, 2020

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Steps to Slow the Spread

Arlington’s Public Health and Emergency Management leaders are applauding community members’ efforts to help limit the spread of Coronavirus thus far—while reminding them that more work lies ahead.

Small Business Emergency GRANT Program

Arlington has created the Arlington Small Business Emergency GRANT (Giving Resiliency Assets Near Term) Program, to provide immediate financial assistance to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Live Town Hall with the County Board on COVID-19   Join Board Members and senior leadership for a Live Town Hall on Arlington's COVID-19 response and food assistance.

COVID-19 News & Notes

• WATCH: Arlington County honors and thanks all of those committed to the public safety and health of all Arlington residents
• Governor Northam extended non-essential business closures and public gatherings of more than 10 people to May 8; Stay-at-home order remains in effect until June 10. FAQ
• ACPD reminds you that the IRS will not call, text, email you or contact you via social media to request money or personal information
• Virginia needs additional volunteers to meet the COVID-19 health care demand
• What should I do if I can't pay my rent? Can I be evicted? If I have COVID-19, do I have to tell my landlord? Get answers to your renter-related questions

Fun at Home

• See some of the virtual events happening around town, from yoga to trivia
• Feeling stressed and anxious? You’re not alone. Arlington Public Library has free resources that can help get you through these stressful times
• Recreate at Home with Parks & Rec! ... (or: make your own ice cream)
• Call for Submissions: Quaranzine Kids Edition! 

Questions about COVID-19? Call the County's public information line at

703-228-7999, Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 8 a.m.-5 p.m

Our healthcare personnel are working tirelessly on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. To show support and appreciation, the Arlington County Police and Fire Departments saluted Virginia Hospital Center staff during a shift change. Thank you for all you do!

Arlington County's coronavirus (COVID-19) updates and news

Center for Disease Control

Virginia Department of Health