July 10, 2020 – Jackson County has a Phase I fire ban in effect as of 7.10.20!!!!

Fire Ban Resolution

 

JACKSON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Dr. Lynnette Telck, Public Health Director

COUNTY OF JACKSON

WALDEN, COLORADO 80480

July 10, 2020

Jackson County currently has multiple residents with positive COVID19 tests.  CDPHE is currently investigating each case to identify other people that may have been exposed.  Exposure is typically defined as being in close proximity (in the room with a person) for >15 minutes or other risky exposures such as riding in a vehicle together, being coughed on, etc.  Given the extent of the exposure, people should assume that public places like the Bank, Grocery and Convenient Stores, Restaurants and Bars, Post Office, Clinic and many work places have been exposed. 

It is important that no one panics or gets overwhelmed by this news.  This virus is somewhat like the flu virus (with a few obvious differences).  Make sure you stay healthy, avoid stress, get good rest and eat a healthy diet with protein, fruits and vegetables. 

CDPHE has an extensive amount of information on their website at https://covid19.colorado.gov/.  Please use this as a go to resource to answer many of your questions and to inform yourself about the illness, symptoms, things to monitor for and also when to seek testing or further help.  CDPHE also has a hotline where you can get answers to the questions you may have from experienced staff members.  Call CDPHE at 303-692-2700 during business hours or at 303-370-9395 after hours.

Isolation and Quarantine Questions can be researched further at https://covid19.colorado.gov/covid-19-in-colorado/about-covid-19/isolation-and-quarantine.  Some quick pointers are below:

• If you know you have been exposed to a person that tested positive to COVID19, you should isolate yourself for 14 days.  You should not go to work, any store, post office/bank or to other houses unless you meet the criteria of “Crisis Standards of Care” which involves very limited cases related to health care, emergency response and community safety. Stay home and away from others, especially any elderly, sick or vulnerable people.
• If you yourself haven’t been exposed but have been around someone that was personally exposed, monitor for symptoms, isolate if you choose and stay healthy.
• Should you be tested??  Many people that are exposed to COVID19 do not need to be tested, especially if they don’t have symptoms. Symptoms can include fevers, chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulties breathing, muscle or body aches, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, new change in smell or taste, sore throat, congestion or runny nose.  It would be great if everyone that wanted a test, regardless of symptoms, could be tested in Jackson County.  However, it is important to realize that resources in rural areas are limited.  The staff has been ramping up for the upcoming surge and will accommodate everyone as resources allow. 
• What can you do to help Jackson County?  Avoid panicking!  Check on your neighbors, get groceries or run errands for people you know are isolating or are vulnerable.  Be patient with each other.  Read all of the great information on the CDPHE website to become informed.

UTILITY ASSISTANCE DUE TO COVID-19
APPLICATION BELOW!!

Jackson County Small Business
Emergency Assistance Grant Fund

GUIDELINES

OVERVIEW:

This Fund, created in response to the economic impact of COVID-19, will provide relief to small businesses that may have had to temporarily close, are struggling with bills. This fund is for small businesses, this is defined as a business that has a bricks and mortar location and an employee base of 50 or less.

• Emergency relief will be considered to provide cash grants to Grand County small impacted businesses, such as restaurants or retail, businesses that may have had to close their doors, or are struggling to pay bills. 

• These grants are for Utility Assistance, in the form of electrical bills.

• An advisory committee will make a decisions upon completion of small one page application and following of these guidelines. 

• The committee looks for commitment from towns/county/foundations in seeding this fund.

• Priorities for assistance are to be used for businesses within the boundaries of Jackson County. 

• Any awarded funding is paid directly from the Fund to the utility company. The Fund would not pay businesses directly. Please attached bills to application.

• No funds will be used to participate for any political campaign, and or on behalf of any issues or candidates.

• Requests for previous month’s expenses will not be considered for funding. (The Fund cannot reimburse for expenses either.)

• Applications and Data are confidential and only reviewed by Grand Foundation.

• By signing this application you guaranty that all of information in regards to the request of need is truthful and correct.  Otherwise I agree to return the grant monies.

• Applications can be mailed to PO Box 1342 Winter Park, Co 80482 or email to Megan@grandfoundation.com.

Jackson County Small Business
Emergency Assistance Grant Fund

 

GRANT APPLICATION

NAME OF BUSINESS: ____________________________________________________

PRIMARY CONTACT: ____________________________________________________

MAILING ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________   

PHYSICAL ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________  

EMAIL: _______________________________Phone:____________________________

COMPANY TO BE PAID: __________________________________________________

ORGANIZATION CONTACT:  _____________________________________________

EMAIL:  _______________________________________________________________

AMOUNT REQUESTING: ________________
REQUESTING FOR: __________________

DATE NEEDED: ______________________
# EMPLOYEES (Regularly):_____________

IF AWARDED THIS GRANT, WILL THIS HELP YOU RE-OPEN WHEN ABLE?

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST/NEEDS STATEMENT:

   Applicant Signature: _________________________     Date: ______________