[Communications] [Resources] [Finance] [Education] CCGA 8TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE - coronavirus discussion

Fri Mar 6 11:08:29 CST 2020

Per news reports, the patient at Rush hospital is in his 20's and was
attending school in Italy.  It's believed that he contracted the COVID-19
while in Italy and not in the US.  His parents checked him into Rush but
where they lived has not been disclosed.  FYI.  Rush Hospital is a
federally designated bio-hazard (chemical warfare) treatment site so they
already have to procedures to treat and isolate patients.

- May

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On Fri, Mar 6, 2020 at 10:54 AM Julie Samuels via Resources <
resources at chicagocommunitygardens.org> wrote:

>  My sons are also in Seattle and have provided music for a senior center a
> short distance from the one where so many seniors have died and nobody
> seems to know how it spreads So I  have also been concerned about our
> attendance rate if others don't want to come because of the possible
> contagion.  The news here today is that a person with the virus is at Rush
> Hospital - which is just over the Ike from the school  And no that doesn't
> mean it will be more contagious, but it does mean that it's in Chicago.
> Another concern is that we will be providing food and that could be a
> concern as well.  So, I at least agree with Amy that we prepare for a
> potential shut down with what she sent.
>
> Julie
>
> On Thu, Mar 5, 2020 at 7:50 PM Amy Olson via Finance <
> finance at chicagocommunitygardens.org> wrote:
>
>> Hi everyone,
>>
>> I can empathize with this individual’s concerns somewhat. My brother and
>> his family live in Bothell, Washington and are at the epicenter of the
>> outbreak happening there. My niece’s school has been closed for at least
>> two weeks and my family is scrambling to rearrange work and are concerned
>> for their health. It’s quite disruptive and concerning for them. We don’t
>> yet know how our city will be affected by coronavirus. It’s a situation
>> that changes by the hour. As of now, the public health officials say the
>> risk here remains low.
>>
>> Personally, I don’t think we should cancel the conference pre-emptively
>> as of today due to the local nature of our event. But I do think it’s
>> extremely important that we develop a plan for what-if’s and be prepared to
>> postpone the conference if the virus starts spreading locally in the
>> Chicago community.
>>
>> I think it’s important that we reach out to Matt at Whitney Young to
>> discuss the steps they are taking with the students and keeping the school
>> clean.
>>
>> Last night I forwarded to Gina an email that I received from Kripalu, a
>> wellness organization out west. I’ve pasted it below. This is a retreat
>> center so they have different concerns, but I think we could develop
>> something like this and send it in our next newsletter, post it on Facebook
>> and on our website to communicate to attendees and potential attendees that
>> we are aware, being mindful and looking out for everyone’s health.
>>
>> Amy
>>
>> …..
>>
>> Dear Guests,
>>
>> Kripalu is closely monitoring news regarding coronavirus (renamed
>> COVID-19). The situation is evolving rapidly with new information available
>> daily. At this point, there is no immediate concern on‑site at Kripalu—our
>> doors are open and we continue to be a place of refuge for all who seek it.
>> We first and foremost care deeply about the health and well‑being of our
>> guests, presenters, staff and community, and ask that you read through the
>> following.
>>
>> At this time, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and
>> related government agencies have said that we can continue with our daily
>> routines, and we believe that it’s important to stay vigilant and do what
>> we can to provide the best environment at our retreat center so you can
>> enjoy your visit with peace of mind.
>>
>> *What Kripalu is doing:*
>>
>>    - We’re closely monitoring official guidance from local governmental
>>    and health authorities and the World Health Organization in order to
>>    support the health and well‑being of our community.
>>    - We’re actively monitoring reasons for program and presenter
>>    cancellation, as well as guest and presenter feedback.
>>    - We are actively encouraging staff to stay home if they present any
>>    symptoms.
>>    - For our cleaning procedures, which are already very comprehensive,
>>    we are taking additional measures as reviewed and approved by our local
>>    health department.
>>    - For up‑to‑date information on COVID-19 please consider this source
>>    <http://smna.kripalunews.org/t/gcH1AAdbaUKwQAJPvJ17GVraBOSoCPSlaaaaBOSoBPGAFYbaa?q=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;a=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;i=g~amp;u=> as
>>    provided by the CDC.
>>
>> *What you can do for yourself and others:*
>>
>>    - Kripalu seeks to create safe spaces of healing for our guests. As
>>    such, we ask that you please consider rescheduling your visit to Kripalu if
>>    you present with any symptoms of the flu, including fever, cough, and
>>    shortness of breath, or have been in contact with or have recently traveled
>>    to any of the affected countries and/or states and regions
>>    <http://smna.kripalunews.org/t/gcH1AAdbaUKwQAJPvJ17GVraBOSoCPSlaaaaBOSoBPGAFYbaa?q=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;a=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;i=h~amp;u=>
>>    .
>>    - In addition, if you have a compromised immune system, we are
>>    recommending that you choose to stay home.
>>    - If you need to cancel due to illness or any of the reasons above, please
>>    fill out this form
>>    <http://smna.kripalunews.org/t/gcH1AAdbaUKwQAJPvJ17GVraBOSoCPSlaaaaBOSoBPGAFYbaa?q=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;a=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;i=e~amp;u=> and
>>    we will follow up with you as soon as possible. At this time we will credit
>>    any accounts or allow stays to be rescheduled if your visit falls between
>>    now and mid‑April.
>>    - When you do come to Kripalu, it is important that we work together
>>    as a community and support one another over the coming weeks. We ask that
>>    you bear in mind that someone wearing a protective medical mask is not
>>    necessarily sick.
>>    - The CDC has also made available a list of suggested prevention tips
>>    <http://smna.kripalunews.org/t/gcH1AAdbaUKwQAJPvJ17GVraBOSoCPSlaaaaBOSoBPGAFYbaa?q=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;a=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;i=i~amp;u=>
>>    .
>>
>> We will continuously evaluate and monitor the situation, and share
>> pertinent information with our community as it becomes available. To stay
>> up to date about what Kripalu has to say on this matter please visit
>> kripalu.org/coronavirus
>> <http://smna.kripalunews.org/t/gcH1AAdbaUKwQAJPvJ17GVraBOSoCPSlaaaaBOSoBPGAFYbaa?q=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;a=dhhl~257xpb.flp~amp;i=j~amp;u=>
>> .
>>
>> On Mar 5, 2020, at 6:58 PM, Hermitage Street Community garden via
>> Communications <communications at chicagocommunitygardens.org> wrote:
>>
>> Well CCGA 8th annual conference committee members,
>>
>> Does this individual speak for themselves ALONE or for the LARGER BODY OF
>> ATTENDEES in light of the current health challenges?
>>
>> Something to seriously consider. Whomever responds PLEASE allow others to
>> weigh in first on their thoughts and suggestions.
>> Cordia
>>
>> On Thu, Mar 5, 2020, 6:29 PM jale natividad via Education <
>> education at chicagocommunitygardens.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Hello,
>>>
>>> I am a long -time attendee of the CCGA conference. I enjoy it and
>>> cherish it as a long-time community event.
>>>
>>> It is with a deep concern and sincerity that I email you to reconsider
>>> this event in the wake of the Corona Virus.  I am asking that you cancel
>>> the event in order in be part of the solution and be at the forefront of
>>> reducing the spread of this deadly disease.
>>>
>>> I am posting information that I hope does a better job at explaining the
>>> situation than I could ever do.
>>>
>>> NY calling for more testing and how it is a national scandal that we are
>>> not testing people
>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wg_OTTzUv8
>>>
>>> How to delay the virus
>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLTyyt_kdNQ
>>>
>>> *Companies canceling events *
>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxmlvkBC-YI
>>> She mention that it is fundamentally the right thing to do (cancelling
>>> the event)
>>>
>>> Epidemiologist predicts effect
>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDelUkpFm60
>>>
>>> Dr . John Campbell advocating for social distancing
>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN6S7jrAb8Q
>>>
>>> This morning, the importance of taking levels to mitigate this virus
>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgaA909jCYs
>>>
>>>
>>>  I share this with CCGA because this is an event dear to my heart and I
>>> always look forward to this event. But today I am asking that you cancel
>>> the conference. The inconvenience of canceling is worth it, the
>>> inconvenience of canceling is better than the consequence of having people
>>> contract this virus and see this virus grow exponentially.
>>>
>>> Thank you for reading this.
>>>
>>> JN
>>>
>>>
>>>
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