Newsletter
March 26, 2020
Neighbors in the 42nd District,
It has been two weeks since Governor Northam declared a state of emergency in Virginia so that we can marshal our resources and effectively respond to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. My family and I are immensely grateful to all the front-line workers who are fighting hard to stop the spread of COVID-19 and protect our public health. Thanks to each of your for continuing to find ways to connect with family, friends, and neighbors who may need extra support. I know that, together, we will be able to overcome the health and economic crisis that we are facing.
Please find updates from out state agencies, the federal government, Fairfax County, Fairfax County Public Schools below. As always, please let me know if I can be of help. You can reach me at my office number at 804-698-1042 or by email at DelKTran@house.virginia.gov.
Best, Kathy
https://www.kathyfordelegate.com/coronavirus-resources
Governor Northam and State Agencies
Governor Northam
Gentle reminder that Governor Northam’s press conferences are now held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 2 p.m. You can hear directly from the Governor and Administration officials about the work they are leading to address COVID-19 on the Governor’s Facebook page here.
Department of Health
There have been a lot of headlines lately about medicines that are thought to be potential treatments for COVID-19 and are being prescribed for that purpose, and the ripple effects this is having on individuals who currently are being treated for other conditions with the same medications. State Health Commissioner Norman Oliver sent a letter to clinicians regarding the prescription of medicine that may be a potential treatment for COVID-19. That letter is here.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
Director of the Department of Conservation and Recreation Clyde Cristman announced the closure of Virginia State Park campgrounds, cabins, and bath houses effective at checkout on March 27 through April 30. Virginia State Parks will be available for day use only during this time. If you are able to take a hike in the 42nd District’s Mason Neck State Park or other Virginia State Parks, please continue to practice social distancing! The announcement is here.
Federal Government
Department of Homeland Security - Transportation Related Announcement
Acting U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Chad Wolf has extended the REAL ID enforcement deadline from October 1, 2020 to October 1, 2021. The statement is here.
Fairfax County
County Parks
Fairfax County has announced a number of closures related to County Park facilities to address COVID-19. Please see the Fairfax County Parks Frequently Asked Questions for more information. The FAQs are here.
Fairfax County Connector
Fairfax County Connector will be updating certain routes due to closures at the McLean and Van Dorn WMATA Metro train stations, which I mentioned yesterday. More information is here.
Fairfax County Public Schools
FCPS announced its distance learning plan, which will begin on April 14 and include instruction and learning resources for elementary, middle, and high school students as well as special education students. Information is here.
FCPS announced it is shifting to curbside pickup for its free “grab and go” breakfast and lunch meals starting March 27. These meals can be picked-up at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pick-up sites in the 42nd District are below and more information is here.
Ft. Belvoir Upper ES, 5980 Meeres Rd, Ft. Belvoir
Irving MS, 8100 Old Keene Mill Rd, Springfield
South County HS, 8700 Laurel Crest Drive, Lorton
For my previous updates about how Virginia is addressing COVID-19 and related resources,