Archive: NYS COVID-19 Resources & Information
5/21/20

In the rapidly changing dynamics of combating the Cornonavirus, information is updated constantly. This archive is being provided as an additional resource for those seeking to learn more about how New York State is addressing COVID-19.

5/21/20 Updates
From Governor Cuomo’s press briefing in New York City:

OVERVIEW

  • Hospitalizations, intubations and new cases are down.  

TOTAL NYS DEATHS: 22,292 (105 New) 

REOPENING

  • Rockland County is now eligible for elective surgeries and ambulatory care. 

TESTING

  • Essential workers/frontline workers have a lower percentage of positive antibody cases than the general population.
  • The Governor reinforced the importance of wearing a mask.
  • To report an employer who is not following guidelines/precautions call 1-888-364-3065. 

TRACING

  • A person who tests positive, a tracer will call you if you have been in contact with the positive individual.
  • “NYS Contact Tracing” will appear on your phone if you are receiving a call from “NYS Contact Tracing.” 

SMALL BUSINESSES

  • NYS will extend the sales tax filing to June 22. 

SCHOOLS/COVID-RELATED CHILDHOOD ILLNESS

  • NYS adopted a statewide policy on schools.
  • 13 countries have reported cases.
  • 25 states and Washington D.C. have reported cases.
  • The facts have changed regarding schools.
  • There will be summer school with remote learning.
  • It is too early to make a determination regarding school in the Fall.
  • We need to learn more about the COVID-related illness.
  • The State will issue guidelines in June so schools and colleges can start to make a plan.
  • Plans will be reviewed by the State in July (approve or not). 

BEACHES

  • Beaches on Long Island will open 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. for swimming. 
    - Beaches include: Jones Beach, Sunken Meadow, Hither Hills, Robert Moses.
    - Lake Welch Beach (Harriman State Park) will be open for swimming 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
  • RULES: beaches are limited to 50% capacity. Beaches may reach this capacity by 10:00 a.m. no group contact, masks need to be worn when unable to socially distance. No concessions. 

FROM THE Q&A

  • The State has not decided on Summer camps.
  • On NYS Budget cuts, the Governor stated we will have to see what Washington does, otherwise you know the equation…20% cuts.
  • The Governor maintained that the State is on the “same page” as NYC/Mayor DeBlasio.