12/25/2020
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Happy Holidays - What Is Your Holiday Wish?
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21 deaths, 264 new COVID-19 cases, and 30 delayed test results by the State are being reported today for a cumulative total of 96,722 cases and 1,392 deaths.
The deaths include 5 males and 1 female in their 50s, 2 males and 2 females in their 60s, 5 females in their 70s, 1 male and 2 females in their 80s, and 3 males in their 90s.
To date 59,815 residents have recovered from the virus and 34,911 cases remain active.
For more information and other data visit EPStrong.org
The City of El Paso has received 2,400 Moderna vaccinations as part of the Phase 1 distribution for those at highest risk for contracting of COVID-19, including first responders and healthcare personnel who are essential to keeping the healthcare system operational for the community.
The Moderna shipment of vaccinations contains 900 doses for emergency personnel and 1,500 for healthcare workers, including clinical personnel, 9-1-1 EMS, residents and staff at long-term care facilities, urgent/community clinics and school nurses. This group is part of Phase 1, Group A.
The City has begun dispensing the available doses to priority groups including first responders, prioritizing those on the immediate frontlines of the pandemic response and at high risk of being exposed to COVID-19. These groups include staff at testing sites, deployment teams and vaccination clinics.
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has recently determined the next COVID-19 vaccine priority group (Phase 1, Group B)—people 65 years of age and older and those 16 years of age and older with at least one chronic medical condition—will also begin receiving the vaccine, as the initial priority group continues to be addressed. As of last night, DSHS has given communities discretion to rotate groups 1A and 1B to ensure vaccines are used immediately and additional allocations will quickly follow.
Individuals who are part of either group can pre-register for the vaccine at bit.ly/C19Register and submitting the pre-registration form. Once pre-registered, residents will be notified about the availability of the vaccine and be provided with the next steps.
For more information about the COVID-19 vaccination program, visit EPStrong.org and click on the vaccination page.
TIPS FOR MANAGING HOUSEHOLD WASTE
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Due to the impact of COVID-19 on our collections workforce, recycling collections have been suspended until further notice. Effective December 1, 2020, customers should only place their gray trash bin out for scheduled collections.
All Citizen Collection Stations (CCS) are open 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. Tuesday through Saturday; but due to upcoming holidays the Citizen Collection Stations will be closed December 25-27 and January 1-3.
They are located at:
Westside: 121 Atlantic
Northeast: 4501 Hondo Pass (entrance off of Stahala)
Eastside: 1034 Pendale
Eastside: 3510 Confederate
Central: 2492 Harrison
A holiday reminder to check your collection schedule at https://elpasoesd.net/home/schedule.htm. Trash bins will not be collected on Christmas or New Year’s Day (Dec. 25 & Jan. 1) in observance of the holidays. Curbside recycling collection services remain temporarily suspended. Customers impacted by the holidays will have their gray trash bins collected on:
· Monday, Dec. 28: Only gray trash bins.
· Monday, Jan. 4: Only gray trash bins.
Happy Holidays!
13 deaths, 319 new COVID-19 cases, and 31 delayed test results by the State are being reported today for a cumulative total of 96,428 cases and 1,371 deaths.
The deaths include 1 male in his 50s, 2 males and 3 females in their 60s, 1 male and 2 females in their 70s, and 2 males and 2 females in their 80s.
To date 59,499 residents have recovered from the virus and 34,945 cases remain active.
For more information and other data visit EPStrong.org
The holidays are here! Stay safe by celebrating Christmas virtually, wearing your mask correctly, keeping a safe distance from others, and washing your hands often for at least 20 seconds.
If you must go out, consider ordering online or using curbside pickup. #HappyHolidays #PreventionStartsWithYou
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¡Los días festivos están aquí! Manténgase seguro celebrando esta Navidad virtualmente. Recuerde usar su cubrebocas correctamente, mantener una distancia sana y lavarse las manos con frecuencia por al menos 20 segundos.
Si debe salir, considere hacer sus pedidos en línea o recoja sus compras desde su vehículo. #FelicesFiestas #PrevenciónComienzaContigo
Please note that the City and State testing sites will be closed Friday, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 in observation of Christmas and the New Year.
Holiday hours for the City sites on Dec. 24 & 31 will be from 8AM to 1PM and 9AM to 2PM for the State sites.
All State Rural testing sites will be closed from Dec. 24 through Dec. 25, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1, 2021. All testing sites will resume regular hours on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021.
As holidays approach, remember to get tested for COVID-19. Free testing sites are available throughout El Paso for people with and without COVID-19 symptoms.
For more information including holiday hours for each testing site, visit EPStrong.org
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Image: Free COVID-19 Testing Sites in El Paso.
City of El Paso Drive-Thru Sites
Individuals must make an appointment online at EPStrong.org
Monday to Saturday | 8AM – 3PM
• East; 301 George Perry Blvd.
• West; 7400 High Ridge Dr.
State Testing Sites
No appointments needed; once daily capacity is met the site will be closed for the day.
Open 7-Days a Week | 9AM – 4PM
• Ascarate Park; 6800 Delta
• EPCC Valle Verde Campus; 919 Hunter Dr.
• Nation Tobin Recreation Center; 8831 Railroad Dr.
• SISD Student Activities Complex; 1300 Joe Battle Blvd.
• UTEP Schuster 1 Parking Lot; Schuster Ave.
• Eastside Sports Complex, 14380 Montwood
• Region 19 Kenworthy Complex; 9776 Kenworthy
State Saliva Testing
Individuals must make an appointment online or call (267)362-5207.
Monday to Friday | 9AM – 4PM
• Memorial Park; 1701 N. Copia
• ESD 2 Fire Station; 11440 N. Loop
Project Vida
Call (915) 298-5044 to make an appointment.
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Fridays | 9AM – 4PM
• Naftzger Clinic, 3612 Pera Ave.
Thursdays | 9AM – 4PM
• 7000 5th St.
Tender Care Home Health
No appointments needed; free and available for anyone 5 years or older with or without symptoms.
Wednesdays | 8AM – 3:30PM
• Horizon First Baptist, 17018 Darrington
UMMC
No appointments needed; once daily capacity is met the site will be closed for the day.
Monday to Sunday | 9AM – 4PM
• County SportsPark, 1780 N. Zaragoza
WE Medical Labs
Call (915) 218-6026 to make an appointment in advance.
Monday to Friday | 9AM – 2PM & 5PM – 7PM
• 2022 Murchison Dr.
This Saturday, stop by 9566 Railroad to get your free flu shot! Free flu shots are available for everyone 6 months and older. Remember, no insurance or appointments are needed.
For additional dates and locations, visit BePOWERflu.com
Image: Free flu shots for everyone older than 6 months of age.
Drive-Thru Flu Event:
December 26, 9AM to 3PM
9566 Railroad
Walk-In Flu Event:
December 28, 12PM to 4PM
220 S. Stanton
The City of El Paso Department of Public Health (DPH) announces the next priority groups to be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus are people 65 years of age and older and those 16 years of age and older with at least one chronic medical condition that puts them at an increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
The Texas Department of State Health Services has determined the next COVID-19 priority group will begin receiving the vaccine within the next few weeks.
Under Phase 1B the Texas Expert Vaccine Allocation Panel (EVAP), has identified the next high-risk groups to receive the vaccine. Groups identified include essential workers with the specified underlying medical conditions.
Those critical populations referenced by EVAP are:
• Communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19 and other chronic diseases;
• Teachers and school staff, to ensure that Texas children can learn in a safe environment;
• Social services workers, to ensure that those in need receive care and support;
• Workers who maintain critical infrastructure, to support the Texas economy; and
• Other frontline workers who are unable to work remotely and are, therefore, more likely to be exposed to COVID-19.
DPH will work with local vaccine providers and partners to ensure that individuals who are 65 years and older, those with the medical conditions listed below, and frontline workers in critical industries have access to the vaccine so they will be protected from COVID-19, while on the job.
The community will be advised once the COVID-19 vaccination is available for the new priority groups in Phase 1B. Information on how to schedule an appointment to get the COVID-19 vaccine will also be provided. Individuals under 65 years of age with underlying medical conditions will be required to provide an eligibility statement from their medical provider, in order to receive the vaccine.
Texas Phase 1B Vaccine Priorities:
• People 65 years of age and older
• People 16 years of age and older with at least one chronic medical condition that puts them at an increased risk for severe illness from the virus that causes COVID-19, such as but not limited to:
• Cancer
• Chronic kidney disease
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Heart conditions, such as heart failure, coronary artery disease or cardiomyopathies
• Solid organ transplantation
• Obesity and severe obesity (Body Mass Index of 30kg/m2 or higher)
• Pregnancy
• Sickle Cell Disease
• Type 2 Diabetes
For more COVID-19 information about the community’s vaccine plan as well as testing, data and prevention, visit EPStrong.org
Remember to check your holiday collection schedule at https://elpasoesd.net/home/schedule.htm. Trash bins will not be collected on Christmas or New Year’s Day (Dec. 25 & Jan. 1) in observance of the holidays. Curbside recycling collection services remain temporarily suspended. Customers impacted by the holidays will have their gray trash bins collected on:
· Monday, Dec. 28: Only gray trash bins.
· Monday, Jan. 4: Only gray trash bins.
35 deaths, 291 new COVID-19 cases, and 29 delayed test results by the State are being reported today for a cumulative total of 96,078 cases and 1,358 deaths.
The deaths include 1 males in their 40s, 6 males and 1 female in their 50s, 6 males and 4 females in their 60s, 2 males and 2 females in their 70s, 8 males and 5 females in their 80s, and 1 female in her 90s.
To date 58,844 residents have recovered from the virus and 35,265 cases remain active.
For more information and other data visit EPStrong.org
Happy Holidays from the City of El Paso! Remember to practice social distancing this holiday season and keep your loved ones safe! #MaskUp #IAmElPaso
City Representative Sam Morgan, District 4 City Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8 City Representative Cassandra Hernandez, District 3 Peter Svarzbein For District 1 Claudia Lizette Rodriguez for District 6 City Representative Alexsandra Annello, District 2 Henry Rivera for District 7 Mayor of El Paso - Dee Margo City Representative Isabel Salcido
This year a flu vaccine is more important than ever! Stop by the Outlet Shoppes from 11AM to 5PM until Dec. 23 to get your free flu shot. Everyone who gets their shot will also receive a free face mask and have a chance of winning a special prize. Don't miss out!
For a list of additional dates and locations visit BePOWERflu.com
¿Tiene curiosidad sobre la vacuna contra el COVID-19? Únase HOY a la reunión virtual a partir de las 6:30PM en línea en http://bit.ly/C19Vacuna o llame al (915) 213-4096, ID: 383 659 13#
El Departamento de Salud Pública junto con los expertos médicos locales invitan a la comunidad a una reunión virtual este Martes 22 de diciembre a las 6:30 p.m. para conocer más sobre los planes de distribución de Texas y los esfuerzos locales para la vacunación contra el COVID-19.
Los panelistas compartirán la información más reciente sobre el plan de distribución, los esfuerzos del plan de dispensación de COVID-19 local, los efectos secundarios de la vacuna y la seguridad para quienes la toman.
Únase al ayuntamiento virtual en línea en http://bit.ly/C19Vacuna o llame al (915) 213-4096, ID: 383 659 13#
Se solicita a los residentes que envíen cualquier pregunta que puedan tener con respecto al COVID-19 por adelantado por correo electrónico a [email protected]
19 deaths, 190 new COVID-19 cases, and 24 delayed test results by the State are being reported today for a cumulative total of 95,758 cases and 1,323 deaths.
The deaths include 1 male in his 30s, 1 female in her 40s, 1 female in her 50s, 6 males and 1 female in their 60s, 4 males in their 70s, 2 males and 2 females in their 80s, and 1 male in his 90s.
To date 58,048 residents have recovered from the virus and 35,761 cases remain active.
For more information and other data visit EPStrong.org
El Paso Fire Department
Last week, El Paso Firefighters, as part of the El Paso Fire Fighters Local 51 Association and with the help of 1-800 BOARDUP of El Paso and Las Cruces, prepared gift bags for the children at oncology at the Providence Memorial hospital as part of the Hearts of Courage initiative.
Due to Covid-19 guidelines and to ensure the safety of the children, the toys were dropped off with hospital staff.
In observance of the December Holiday season, operational schedule changes will be made to allow city employees time to celebrate the holidays.
While many City services and facilities remain impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the following operations and services will be closed:
· City Hall and all administrative offices will be closed from Monday, December 21, through Friday, January 1, 2021.
· City Hall and all administrative offices will reopen on Monday, January 4.
· No garbage collection on December 25 and January 1, 2021.
· Greater El Paso Landfill closed December 25-27 and January 1-3.
· Citizen Collection Stations closed December 25-27 and January 1-3.
· Sun Metro will not provide service on Friday, December 25 and Friday, January 1, 2021. Regular service resumes after each holiday. Information is available at www.sunmetro.net or by calling (915)212-3333.
· Wi-Fi Centers Closed December 24-27 and December 31-January 4.
· Recreation centers, senior centers, aquatics facilities, sports fields, City museums, public libraries and the El Paso Zoo remain closed.
A complete list of closures is posted on the “City Holiday Schedule” banner at www.elpasotexas.gov.
Remember to check your holiday collection schedule at https://elpasoesd.net/home/schedule.htm. Trash bins will not be collected on Christmas or New Year’s Day (Dec. 25 & Jan. 1) in observance of the holidays. Curbside recycling collection services remain temporarily suspended. Customers impacted by the holidays will have their gray trash bins collected on:
· Monday, Dec. 28: Only gray trash bins.
· Monday, Jan. 4: Only gray trash bins.
La Directora de Salud Publica, Angela Mora, hablo hoy con Telemundo sobre la importancia de NO reunirse en casa esta Navidad y Año Nuevo. Para prevenir ser infectado por COVID-19, es importante celebrar estos días festivos de manera sana y segura virtualmente.
La navidad y la celebración del año nuevo están cada vez más cerca. Sin embargo, debido a la pandemia por el COVID-19, es importante que celebres de la manera más segura durante esta temporada. ¿Tienes dudas o preguntas? Háznoslo saber en los comentarios.
El Departamento de Salud Pública junto con los expertos médicos locales invitan a la comunidad a una reunión virtual este Martes 22 de diciembre a las 6:30 p.m. para conocer más sobre los planes de distribución de Texas y los esfuerzos locales para la vacunación contra el COVID-19.
Los panelistas compartirán la información más reciente sobre el plan de distribución, los esfuerzos del plan de dispensación de COVID-19 local, los efectos secundarios de la vacuna y la seguridad para quienes la toman.
Únase al ayuntamiento virtual en línea en http://bit.ly/C19Vacuna o llame al (915) 213-4096, ID: 383 659 13#
Se solicita a los residentes que envíen cualquier pregunta que puedan tener con respecto al COVID-19 por adelantado por correo electrónico a [email protected]
Sun Metro, www.elpasotexas.gov/sunmetro
Welcome to El Paso Texas, come explore our wonderful region. There is plenty to do and see in the City of El Paso. Experience Downtown to get a taste of our rich history that spans 400 years. Experience world class dining, shopping, and outdoor concerts at the Chamizal National Memorial. Come see our world class museums and our ever-growing Zoo. Experience our four Texas State Parks and be a part of El Paso’s music and dance festivals, sporting events and more importantly our culture. Let us entertain and awe you in El Paso.
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