Summary: All County residents are encouraged to take the proper precautions to reduce the spread of COVID-19, including regular hand-washing and social distancing as appropriate (keep 6 feet from others, no gatherings larger than 10 people). All residents, and particularly those at high risk, should follow CDC guidance.
| TOWSON, MD — As Baltimore County continues to identify ways to assist residents during the COVID-19 pandemic, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today announced new resources to help residents locate food distribution sites and identify county restaurants offering food pickup, carry out and delivery services. “As we continue to respond to this rapidly evolving situation, we have to make sure our residents can access fundamental necessities—especially food,” Olszewski said. “We will continue to work around the clock to identify additional resources to provide food security for Baltimore County families during this challenging time.” The new Food Distribution Sites Map has information about locations offering free meals for youth throughout the county. It includes locations operated by both the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks PAL centers and Baltimore County Public Schools. Users can search for locations closest to where they live. The map will be updated as additional food resources become available for youth and other populations. The County has also unveiled an online form to allow restaurants to self-report whether they are offering services during this time. Restaurant operators can share their location and what services they are providing, and the data collected will populate an interactive online map that residents can search. The BaltCo To-Go Map is online here. Additionally, County Executive Olszewski has directed has Health Officer Dr. Gregory Wm. Branch to expand Baltimore County’s prohibition on gatherings or events to 10 or more people at all locations and venues to align with today’s announcement by Governor Hogan. Branch is also adopting new regulatory measures to require establishments to ensure social distancing and sanitation measures to promote public health. Residents should continue to call 911 to report violations of this order. These are the latest actions from Baltimore County government to protect employees and members of the public and minimize the spread of COVID-19. County Executive Johnny Olszewski has issued an Emergency Declaration and taken the following actions: Mandatory Employee Telework: Baltimore County has mandated telework for all employees who are able to do so. Department of Recreation and Parks Providing Meals: The Department of Recreation and Parks will be offering limited meal distribution to children 18 and under through the Maryland Food Bank and Healthy Food Access St Vincent de Paul of Baltimore. The Department will offer the take-away meals from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekdays. Meals will be distributed on a first come first serve basis at the following locations: Dundalk PAL Center, 15 Commerce Place, Dundalk, Maryland 21222 Mars Estates PAL Center, 1498 East Homberg Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21221 Shady Spring PAL Center, 8876 Goldenwood Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21237 Hillendale PAL Center, 1111 Halstead Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21234 Cockeysville PAL Center, 9836 Greenside Drive, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030 Scotts Branch PAL Center, 3651 Rolling Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21244 Winfield PAL Center, 8304 Carlson Lane, Baltimore, Maryland 21244 Woodmoor PAL Center, 7111 Croydon Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21207 Arbutus Community Center, 865 Sulphur Spring Rd, Halethorpe, MD 21227 Water Shutoffs Halted: County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Mayor Young announced that neither municipality will turn off water service for failure to pay. Evictions Suspended: All evictions have been suspended for the duration of the state of emergency in the County. Fast-tracking Alcohol Delivery for Bars and Restaurants: Expediting approvals to temporarily allow establishments to deliver alcoholic beverages to residents in Baltimore County. Government Building Restrictions: Directed County government buildings to be available to the public through appointment only Baltimore County Health Department Hotline: The Baltimore County Department of Health has a hotline for residents to call with questions or concerns about COVID-19: the number is 410-887-3816. The hotline is open seven days a week, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Extension of licenses and permits: County Executive Olszewski issued an executive order providing an extension of all County licenses, permits, registrations, and other authorizations until 30 days following the end of the local state of emergency. This applies to suspensions concerning payments of late fees owed to Baltimore County. Baltimore County Public Libraries Closed: All Baltimore County Public Library branch locations are closed through Sunday March 29, 2020. Baltimore County Senior Centers Closed: All Baltimore County Senior Centers will be closed to the public beginning until further notice. Seniors can call the Maryland Access Point hotline at 410-887-2594. Calls are answered by a team of Certified Information and Assistance Specialists (CIRS), Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Department of Recreation and Parks Buildings Closed: All Department of Recreation and Parks buildings are closed to the public until further notice. County parks, trails and open space remain open to the public. All dog parks, playgrounds, skate parks, comfort stations and portable toilets are closed. CCBC Classes Canceled: All in-person CCBC classes are canceled through Friday, March 22, and will resume remotely via alternative teaching methods starting Monday, March 23. Online classes will continue to be held as scheduled. Suspension of County Travel: Suspending all County government-related travel through April 30, 2020.The latest updates from the Baltimore County School System, including information on school meals, is available on the BCPS website. All County residents are encouraged to take the proper precautions to reduce the spread of COVID-19, including regular hand-washing and social distancing as appropriate. All residents, and particularly those at high risk, should follow CDC guidance. For up-to-date fact sheets and information about COVID-19, please visit the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov. For the latest information from the state of Maryland, please visit: https://coronavirus.maryland.gov/. For the latest information from Baltimore County, please visit: www.baltimorecountymd.gov/health. *** Baltimore County Police Department Modifying Services In an effort to augment staffing levels, reassure the public and create a safe environment for our employees, the Baltimore County Police Department is modifying some of our regular services. We ask for your patience during this time, as this shift of resources may impact the public.We will be closing the precinct front desks and walk-up service effective immediately. This move is an effort to ensure social distancing and do our part to slow the spread of the coronavirus.Instead of going to your local precinct, we are asking the public to use our online reporting process at www.baltimorecountymd.gov/police and select “File a Police Report Online.”If you do not see your incident meeting the criteria, you can call 410-887-2222 and the telephone reporting team may assist.If your situation does not meet any of those requirements and you wish to speak with an officer on-site, please call the precinct desk officer at 410-887-6975. An officer may come outside depending on your situation. We appreciate your efforts in keeping you and our officers safe. *** Relief for Small Businesses and Nonprofits Maryland has received official designation from the U.S. Small Business Administration for its Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. This program will offer relief to small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19.The most important responsibility we have right now is to protect the health, safety and well being of residents, but we cannot allow this deadly serious virus to wipe out our economy and force hardworking business owners to shutter their doors. Many have shared with me that they are already suffering, and it’s through no fault of their own.For more information and to apply, visit this link. Please share this information with any business contacts you have and help spread the word! *** Krieger Schechter Day School to Hold Online Discussions related to Coronavirus Krieger Schechter Day School will hold a series of online discussions and programs related to the coronavirus outbreak. Participants will include Dr. Stuart Levine of MedStar Health, Dr. David Maine of Mercy Medical Center, Dr. Lauren P. Mendelsohn-Levin of the Maryland Pediatric Group and Dr. Jonathan Thierman of LifeBridge Health. *** Burger King To Offer Free Kids Meals Staring next week, Burger King will offer two free kid meals with any purchase of an adult meal made through the company’s app in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Delivery is available through BK Mobile App, BK.com, Uber Eats, Grubhub and Postmates. The closest Burger King to the 2nd District is located at 10220 Reisterstown Road in Owings Mills. *** |