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Alamance County Health Department Identifies Outbreak at Long-Term Care Facility

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Community, County News, Covid-19, General News, Health, Public Safety.

BURLINGTON – Alamance County Health Department has identified an outbreak at the long-term care facility Village of Brookwood Retirement Community in Burlington. Currently, nine (9) cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed among six (6) staff and three (3) residents. Of the six (6) staff members, three (3) are residents of other counties and are not included in the Alamance County COVID-19 daily case count, but will be included on the biweekly Long-Term Care Facility (LTCF) report for NC DHHS. NC DHHS defines an outbreak as two laboratory-confirmed cases in a period of 28 days within a congregate living or long-term care facility. Regular testing is required through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in order to provide surveillance as protective factor for both staff and residents.

“The safety and well-being of our residents and team is our utmost priority. Throughout the pandemic, residents and staff alike have worked diligently to minimize the virus finding its way on to our campus and to mitigate its spread when it does. As new cases continue to rise throughout our greater community and state, the Village is working closely with experts at Cone Health and Alamance County Health Department in ways that should further limit spread at the Village,” said Healthcare Administrator, April Mayberry.

“Alamance County Health Department has collaborated with Village of Brookwood to offer testing and guidance to mitigate the outbreak as quickly as possible in order to keep staff, residents, and our community safe,” stated Health Director Tony Lo Giudice. “We will continue to work with the facility by conducting surveillance testing and continuing communication between the Health Department, hospital partners and the facility.”

Alamance County Health Department identified its first confirmed case of COVID-19 on March 20. Since then, a total of 9806 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the community. Of those confirmed cases, 8765 have been released from isolation and 909 remain active and in isolation. Included in those active cases, 54 individuals are receiving care at a hospital. Sadly, there have been 132 COVID-19 related deaths. COVID-related deaths include only patients who tested positive for the novel coronavirus, which causes the disease COVID-19, and who died without fully recovering from the disease.

COVID-19 cases are continuing to rise in Alamance and surrounding counties. It is important to take steps to reduce your risks of contracting COVID-19, specifically wearing a face covering, maintaining physical distance and avoiding crowds, and washing your hands and cleaning commonly used surfaces regularly. During this holiday season, limit travel and limit physical contact with people who do not live in your household. The health of you, your loved ones, and the community are what matters.

BOARD OF ELECTIONS CLOSED

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Community, County News, Covid-19, Elections, General News, Public Safety.

Due to a positive Covid-19 test result amongst staff, the Alamance County Board of Elections will be closed until further notice. While building cleaning is underway, the office will remain closed out of an abundance of caution. The Alamance County Health Department was notified of the possible COVID-19 case(s) and is currently in the process of investigating the findings. The Health Department will continue to work with the Alamance County Board of Elections to offer testing and contact tracing guidance.
For voter information, campaign finance questions and general information between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. please phone 336-570-6755 and follow the prompts.

You may also visit the Alamance County Board of Elections and State Board of Elections websites for voter information and voter registration forms: https://www.alamance-nc.com/elections and https://www.ncsbe.gov

The mailing address for the Alamance County Board of Elections is 115 S. Maple Street, Graham, NC 27253.

A drop box is also provided at the Board of Elections.

GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSED

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Covid-19, General News, Libraries, Public Safety.

Due to a positive Covid-19 test result amongst staff, the Graham Public Library will be closed until further notice. While building cleaning is underway, the branch will remain closed out of an abundance of caution.

Alamance County Health Department was notified of the possible COVID-19 case(s) at Graham Public Library and is currently in the process of investigating the findings. The Health Department will continue to work with Alamance County Public Libraries, and Graham Public Library specifically, to offer testing and contact tracing guidance.

Public Wi-Fi will remain available from outside the library building and book drops will remain open.

Operations at the May Memorial, Mebane and North Park branches remains unaffected. For more information about ACPL services and operations, visit www.alamancelibraries.org and follow us on Facebook (AlamanceLibraries), Twitter (ACLibraries), Instagram (alamancelibraries), and YouTube (Alamance County Public Libraries).

PUBLIC NOTICE OF THE ALAMANCE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS’ REGULAR MEETING FOR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Commissioners, County News, Covid-19, General News, Public Events, Public Safety.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Alamance County Board of Commissioners’ Regular Meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 16, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the Alamance County Historic Courthouse, 1 Court Square, Graham, NC 27253. 

The health and safety of its residents continues to be the highest priority of Alamance County.  Under the Governor’s Executive Order 141 Section 7, governmental operations are exempt from the prohibition on Mass Gatherings.  In recognition of the Governor’s Recommendations to Promote Social Distancing and Reduce Transmission, there will be limited seating available.  In order to ensure the health and safety of the Board, staff and general public, access to the regular meeting is available in the following 3 ways:

Public Comments – On Sunday, November 15th from 12:00 pm to 9:00 p.m. citizens are encouraged to submit or register for public comments for the November 16th 7:00 p.m. County Commissioners’ meeting by two optional ways (Please click here https://www.alamance-nc.com/commissioners/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/01/Public-Comment-policy-Revised-1-22-19.pdf  to review the Public Comment Policy): 

  1. A public comment form will be available on the Alamance County website for any persons wishing to submit written comments prior to the start of the meeting.  These written comments will be entered into the record and minutes at the November 16th Regular Meeting.; or
  • Persons wishing to participate in public comments by telephone must provide the Clerk to the Board with their name, address, topic to be discussed, and telephone number by calling 336-290-0403 and leaving a message.  Then at the appropriate time during the Commissioners’ meeting on November 16th at 7:00 pm the citizen will be called to submit their comments verbally by phone. 

All County policies regarding the 3-minute limit per comment and number of public comments in the 30-minute period will apply.  A copy of this Notice shall be posted on the bulletin board located outside of the Commissioners’ Meeting Room on the 2nd Floor of the County Office Building.  A copy of the Notice shall be sent to all parties who have requested and receives notification of any changes in the Commissioners’ Regular Meeting schedule.

This 12th day of November 2020.

Alamance County 911 Non Emergency Number Down Correction

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, C-Com, County News, General News, Public Safety.

Please be advised that the Alamance County 911 Non Emergency Number is inoperable due to technical issues. Those needing non emergency assistance can use 336-570-6776 or 336-570-5778. This is for non emergency calls only, 911 should continue to be used for emergency calls.

Alamance County will continue to provide updates as new information regarding operability is received.

Alamance County 911 Non Emergency Number Down

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, C-Com, County News, General News, Public Safety.

Please be advised that the Alamance County 911 Non Emergency Number is inoperable due to technical issues. Those needing non emergency assistance can use 336-570-6777 or 336-570-6778. This is for non emergency calls only, 911 should continue to be used for emergency calls.

Alamance County will continue to provide updates as new information regarding operability is received.

Alamance County Veterans Day Parade Cancelled

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Covid-19, General News, Public Events, Public Safety, Veterans.

The 2020 Alamance County Veterans Day Parade scheduled for

November 14th has been cancelled due to concerns related to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

“While we will miss the opportunity to celebrate and thank our veterans. The Veterans Day Parade Committee made this decision to protect the safety of our veterans and community,” stated Tammy Crawford, Veterans Services Director for Alamance County.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF THE ALAMANCE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS’ REGULAR MEETING FOR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Commissioners, County News, Covid-19, General News, Public Events, Public Safety.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Alamance County Board of Commissioners’ Regular Meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commissioners’ Meeting Room located on the 2nd Floor of the County Office Building, 124 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253. 

The health and safety of its residents continues to be the highest priority of Alamance County.  Under the Governor’s Executive Order 141 Section 7, governmental operations are exempt from the prohibition on Mass Gatherings.  In recognition of the Governor’s Recommendations to Promote Social Distancing and Reduce Transmission, there will be no meeting place where members of the public can be physically present.  In order to ensure the health and safety of the Board, staff and general public, access to the regular meeting is available in the following 3 ways:

Public Comments – On Sunday, November 1st  from 12pm to 9pm citizens are encouraged to submit or register for public comments for the November 2nd  9:00 a.m. County Commissioners’ meeting by two optional ways (Please click here https://www.alamance-nc.com/commissioners/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/01/Public-Comment-policy-Revised-1-22-19.pdf  to review the Public Comment Policy): 

  1. A public comment form will be available on the Alamance County website for any persons wishing to submit written comments prior to the start of the meeting.  These written comments will be entered into the record and minutes at the November 2nd Regular Meeting; or
  2. Persons wishing to participate in public comments by telephone must provide the Clerk to the Board with their name, address, topic to be discussed, and telephone number by calling 336-290-0403 and leaving a message.  Then at the appropriate time during the Commissioners’ meeting on November 2nd at 9:00 a.m. the citizen will be called to submit their comments verbally by phone. 

All County policies regarding the 3-minute limit per comment and number of public comments in the 30-minute period will apply.  A copy of this Notice shall be posted on the bulletin board located outside of the Commissioners’ Meeting Room on the 2nd Floor of the County Office Building.  A copy of the Notice shall be sent to all parties who have requested and receives notification of any changes in the Commissioners’ Regular Meeting schedule.

This 28th day of October 2020.

Health Department Begins Offering Vaccinations for 2020 Flu Season

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, General News, Health, Public Safety.

Flu Shots Now Available to the Public

Flu season is upon us and the Alamance County Health Department wants you to protect yourself and your family. Monday, October 12, the health department will begin offering seasonal flu shots to the public.

This year, the health department will be providing the following vaccine options to the public:

  • Quadrivalent flu vaccine injection which covers four strains of influenza
  • Flublok flu vaccine injection which is recommended for people with egg allergies that are ages 18 years and older
  • High Dose Trivalent vaccine which covers three strains and is recommended for people over 65 years

The vaccine is available while supplies last. One shot is all most people will need. Children under age 9, who have not previously been vaccinated against the flu, may need two doses.

The cost of the Quadrivalent vaccine is $41.00. The cost of the Flublok and High Dose Trivalent is $71.00. Uninsured children less than 19 years old are eligible for free vaccine. Insured children less than 19 years old whose insurance does not cover the cost of a flu shot may be eligible for free flu vaccine, pending certain qualifications.

The health department can bill Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurances. The flu vaccine will be available by appointment only at the following times:

  • Monday – Friday (excluding holidays)
    • 8:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
    • 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Increase your chances of keeping the flu away by getting the vaccine. Also, remember to wash your hands often, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, cover coughs and sneezes, and stay home if you are sick to help stop the spread of illness. For an appointment or more information, call the health department at 336-570-6459.

HAW RIVER TRAIL HOURS OF OPERATION EXTENDED

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Covid-19, General News, Public Safety, Recreation.

BURLINGTON, N.C.– Alamance Parks is excited to announce that all Alamance County operated Haw River Trail locations are now open an hour longer each evening. Fall hours of operation are 8am – 8pm (through October). Visitation numbers to the trails have soared this year as the community has embraced outdoor recreation and activity during the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent quarantine. Exercise and recreation are vital to maintaining strong mental and physical health and the extended hours were made in an effort to accommodate the increased demand.

About Haw River Trail

The Haw River Trail Partnership was formed with the goal of helping the public enjoy and conserve the natural resources of the Haw River corridor. Founded on the idea of conservation through recreation, the Haw River Trail (HRT) is a land and paddle trail connecting Haw River State Park to Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. Much of the trail is still under development. The trail captures the natural resources, history, and culture of Alamance County and the surrounding region, and serves as a critical resource for connecting the community to its heritage.

Visit thehaw.org for more information about the Haw River Trail.