Tuesday, July 7 - Monday, July 13
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 18,640
Pending Results: 56
Positive Test Results: 176
Recovered: 167
Currently Hospitalized: 0
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
Hours: M-F, 8:30AM - 4:00PM; Saturday, 8:30AM - 12:30PM
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Activities and Events
Free dog food pick-up, Tuesday, July 14, on the street in front of press bay alley between 5 and 6pm
Tompkins County Live COVID-19 Updates - Wednesday, July 15, 4pm, via YouTube
Tried and True Tips for a Flourishing Flower Garden - Wednesday, July 15 via Zoom
Thursday, July 16th is the last day to sign up for this Community Book Read of "How to be an Anti-Racist"
Solar Express Traveling Library from Dryden School District: Mondays & Thursdays, July 9 - August 25, various locations and times.
Resources
Posted Articles/Reading
Tompkins County Navigation Guide for Anti-Racism Reading
Coronavirus is spreading in fraternity houses, raising concerns for campuses opening this fall
It’s time to begin a national wastewater testing program for Covid-19
No Mask, No Service? ADA Considerations for Business Owners Requiring Face Masks in Retail Stores
Reopening Schools Will Be a Huge Undertaking. It Must Be Done.
ICE Makes International Students Choose Between Risk of Coronavirus and Risk of Deportation
Housing
COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program: Have you experienced a loss of income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and are unable to pay rent? Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Service (INHS) established the COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program. The program is designed to provide rent relief for up to three months to eligible households who have experienced a loss of income related to COVID-19.
Quarantine Space : If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Offer Support/Donate
Tompkins Mask Makers urgently needs donated or lended sewing machines to accommodate all the teens who want to participate in our summer program but don't have machines. Please let Dee Kay know if you have one.
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Ithaca supporting local black owned businesses
Employment
Summer Youth Employment Program provides fun, educational summer work experiences for youth ages 14-20 in Tompkins County. As a participant, you will have support and guidance from youth staff and participate in workshops on work readiness, labor laws, health and safety, including limiting your exposure to COVID19, financial literacy, resumes and cover letters, interview prep, and more. SYEP participants earn $11.80 per hour, and may work up to 25 hours per week for 6-8 weeks, as funding allows.
Other
Health and Safety for Protests and Direct Action: trained street medics provide info and training for staying safe at protests and actions!
How to Safely and Ethically Film Police Misconduct
100 RACE-CONSCIOUS THINGS YOU CAN SAY TO YOUR CHILD TO ADVANCE RACIAL JUSTICE
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
Food & Shopping
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Friendship Donations Network’s Neighborhood Food Hubs: hubs are located throughout Tompkins County, people can drop off their extra produce and/or take what they will be able to use.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Sharing Fridge located at 215 First Street in Ithaca
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Tompkins Food Task Force Consumer Food Resources and Food Supply Chain Resources
State
Saturday, July 3 - Monday July 6
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 17,108
Pending Results: 139
Positive Test Results: 168
Recovered: 167
Currently Hospitalized: 0
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
Hours: M-F, 8:30AM - 4:00PM; Saturday, 8:30AM - 12:30PM
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Activities and Events
Drive to support the Yaqui and Seneca indigenous communities: Collection Wednesday the 8th of July, at Upper Buttermilk 1:30-2:00
The Social Contract: A Public Dialogue: July 9 & 10 - Performing Arts for Social Change is facilitating a two-part conversation with Ithaca police officers, civilian members of the Ithaca community, Mayor Svante Myrick, and Chief of Police Nayor on July 9 and July 10, in person and online. The conversation will be hosted by the Kitchen Theatre. Please see the attached flyer for all info. Feel free to submit questions for the panelists to discuss at pa4sc.ithaca@gmail.com. In order to receive the event link, please register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEscumhrjspH9bKqg0qHn5akYSI2vuAlLrG
Solar Express Traveling Library from Dryden School District: Mondays & Thursdays, July 9 - August 25, various locations and times.
Resources
Tompkins County Navigation Guide for Anti-Racism Reading
COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program Have you experienced a loss of income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and are unable to pay rent? Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Service (INHS) established the COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program. The program is designed to provide rent relief for up to three months to eligible households who have experienced a loss of income related to COVID-19. This assistance will be available to renters who meet income limits in Schuyler, Seneca, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties. Funds will be distributed on an eligible, first served basis.
Health and Safety for Protests and Direct Action: trained street medics provide info and training for staying safe at protests and actions!
How to Safely and Ethically Film Police Misconduct
100 RACE-CONSCIOUS THINGS YOU CAN SAY TO YOUR CHILD TO ADVANCE RACIAL JUSTICE
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
Sign Up for Coronavirus Updates from New York State
Food & Shopping
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Tompkins Food Task Force Consumer Food Resources and Food Supply Chain Resources
Ithaca supporting local black owned businesses
State
Saturday, June 20 - Monday, June 22
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 14,658
Pending Results: 175
Positive Test Results: 166
Recovered: 164
Currently Hospitalized: 0
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
Hours: M-F, 8:30AM - 4:00PM; Saturday, 8:30AM - 12:30PM
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
News
Mutual Aid Tompkins excited to share June Solidarity Fund organizations
Cornell University releases reactivation recommendations from the Teaching Reactivation Options Committee and the Preparation for Online Teaching Committee
Cuomo releases Reopening NY Guidelines for Higher Education
County creates youth summer planning task force, releases interactive camp guide
Results from the Mutual Aid Tompkins community check-in survey, “Is there anything you wish our local government was doing differently to respond to the pandemic?”
Racial justice rally Sunday unveils GoFundMe for 'Unbroken Promise Initiative'
Activities and Events
Veggie Gardening 201--Succession, Companion, and Interplanting - Wednesday, June 24 at 6:30pm
How to be an Anti-racist Book Read
Event Description: “Racism exists in our society and takes the lives of BIPOC everyday. It is not enough for us to say we are not racist. In order to dismantle white supremacy we have to actively work on being antiracist. How do we do that? What does that look like in our community? What will you do in your everyday life to be antiracist? How will you teach your children to be antiracist? These are all important questions to consider and ones I hope we can process together. We will be hosting multiple sessions and have breakout rooms for smaller group discussions.”
Date and Time: Wednesday, July 1 at 8 pm
About the book: Link to book club kit
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
Resources
COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program Have you experienced a loss of income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and are unable to pay rent? Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Service (INHS) established the COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program. The program is designed to provide rent relief for up to three months to eligible households who have experienced a loss of income related to COVID-19. This assistance will be available to renters who meet income limits in Schuyler, Seneca, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties. Funds will be distributed on an eligible, first served basis.
Health and Safety for Protests and Direct Action: trained street medics provide info and training for staying safe at protests and actions!
How to Safely and Ethically Film Police Misconduct
100 RACE-CONSCIOUS THINGS YOU CAN SAY TO YOUR CHILD TO ADVANCE RACIAL JUSTICE
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
Sign Up for Coronavirus Updates from New York State
Food & Shopping
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Tompkins Food Task Force Consumer Food Resources and Food Supply Chain Resources
Ithaca supporting local black owned businesses
State
June 22
Governor Cuomo Updates New Yorkers on State’s Progress During COVID-19 Pandemic
June 20
Governor Cuomo Announces Yankees and Mets Will Hold Spring Training in New York This Year
Tuesday, June 9 - Friday, June 12
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 12,508
Pending Results: 288
Positive Test Results: 165
Recovered: 155
Currently Hospitalized: 0
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
Hours: M-F, 8:30AM - 4:00PM; Saturday, 8:30AM - 12:30PM
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
News
Mutual Aid and Building Antiracist Relationships with Phoebe Brown and Juliana Garcia - Available on Apple Podcasts!
Description: A conversation with the Ithaca #BlackLivesMatter activists and founders of the Mutual Aid Tompkins grassroots networks Phoebe Brown and Juliana Garcia, just hours before the Women's Rally for black lives in Ithaca, NY.
Tompkins County Public Library Announcement
Beginning June 15, we will be offering curbside pickup from 10-1 and 3-6 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and in-lobby pickup from 10-1 and 3-6 Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Please note, due to safety procedures borrowed materials must be returned to outside bins and cannot be brought into the building or returned to staff. You can find more information here.
Library materials remain due July 6.
TCAT Coronavirus Safety Survey
As our community works toward a "New Normal" in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, TCAT wants to hear from riders and stakeholders on how we can best serve our community while using the best safety practices available. To help us out, please take five minutes to answer some simple survey questions. Link to survey page: CLICK HERE
Activities and Events
Online Training: Critical First Aid in the Streets
Event Description: Join NYC Action Medical and Mayday Space for a free online training about providing first aid in protest situations. We will be offering live captioning, and participants will receive a follow-up email with resources. This training does not require any previous medical knowledge. (Note: If you are a medical professional, consider attending one of NYCAM’s online bridge trainings.) We will cover topics like protesting during COVID, scene safety, activating EMS, hot weather ailments, bleeding control, spinal injuries, chemical weapons, and more. If you cannot attend the training, we will be offering more in the near future. Please note that this is NOT a street medic training, which typically takes 20 hours and requires hands-on participation. If you are interested in becoming a street medic, be on the lookout when in-person trainings can occur again. Send a blank email to announcements-nycam-subscribe@lists.riseup.net to receive updates.
Date and Time: Tuesday, June 16 at 6 pm - 9 pm (EST)
Link to RSVP: CLICK HERE
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
Seed and Plant Giveaway
Brief Event Description: Our Horticulture Program will distribute free seeds and veggie plant starts at Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County at 615 Willow Avenue on Saturday, June 13th from 10 am until noon or until all the seeds and plant starts are given away. All are welcome, seeds and plants will be distributed on a first-come-first-served basis. This giveaway will include packs of seeds that can go into the ground right away or be grown on a windowsill for fresh leafy greens or micro-greens. CCE-Tompkins staff members will be on hand to answer questions (from an appropriate distance).
Date and Time: Saturday, June 13 at 10 am - 12 pm (EST)
Location: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca, New York 14850
Link to the Event Page: CLICK HERE
NYS Attorney General Presentations 2020
Brief Event Description: On the 2nd Thursday of each month, the Assistant Attorney General meets with interested consumers at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, New York from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. The program starts at 11:00 am with a one-hour presentation on a consumer topic (see the listed topics on the event page) and is then followed with an opportunity for local consumers to discuss their individual problem with the Assistant Attorney General. Consumers wishing an individual consultation should arrive by 12:30 pm. This program is free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. For more information about this program with the NYS Attorney General's Office or other consumer issues, call the Consumer Helpline at 272-2292 between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm weekdays.
Date and Time: Saturday, June 13 at 11 am - 1 pm (EST)
Link to the Event Page: CLICK HERE
Parent Resource Zoom Chat
Brief event description: Are you worried about Food Resources or Baby Supplies and Support during the Covid Crisis? The Early Childhood Development Collaborative is offering a Parent Support Zoom Chat to offer support, resources and a chance to connect with other families during the Covid 19 crisis. We will be offering a Zoom Chat 1 time a week with a presentation each week from a resource agency. After a short presentation, there will be a Q & A session, followed by some time for families to share challenges they are facing so that our agencies can collaborate and offer support.
Date and Time: Monday, June 15 at 3 pm - 4 pm
Discussion Topic: Free Baby Supplies program and Postpartum Support Group and Lactation Consultants
Link to Registration Form: CLICK HERE
Link to the Event Page: CLICK HERE
How to be an Anti-racist Book Read
Event Description: “Racism exists in our society and takes the lives of BIPOC everyday. It is not enough for us to say we are not racist. In order to dismantle white supremacy we have to actively work on being antiracist. How do we do that? What does that look like in our community? What will you do in your everyday life to be antiracist? How will you teach your children to be antiracist? These are all important questions to consider and ones I hope we can process together. We will be hosting multiple sessions and have breakout rooms for smaller group discussions.”
Date and Time: Wednesday, July 1 at 8 pm
About the book: Link to book club kit
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
Resources
COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program (Shared by Julie Palmer Carmalt)
Have you experienced a loss of income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and are unable to pay rent? Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Service (INHS) established the COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program. The program is designed to provide rent relief for up to three months to eligible households who have experienced a loss of income related to COVID-19. This assistance will be available to renters who meet income limits in Schuyler, Seneca, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties. Funds will be distributed on an eligible, first served basis. PROGRAM LAUNCHES: June 8 - Schuyler and Seneca Counties | June 15 - Tioga and Tompkins Counties
Income limits: https://www.ithacanhs.org/wp-content/uploads/Income-Limits.pdf
Health and Safety for Protests and Direct Action: trained street medics provide info and training for staying safe at protests and actions!
How to Safely and Ethically Film Police Misconduct
100 RACE-CONSCIOUS THINGS YOU CAN SAY TO YOUR CHILD TO ADVANCE RACIAL JUSTICE
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
Sign Up for Coronavirus Updates from New York State
Food & Shopping
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Tompkins Food Task Force Consumer Food Resources and Food Supply Chain Resources
State
June 12
Statement from Governor Cuomo on LGBTQ Healthcare Roll Backs
Executive Order: No. 203: New York State Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative
Governor Cuomo's COVID-19 Update: New York Has the Nation's Lowest Rate of Transmission
Governor Cuomo Signs 'Say Their Name' Reform Agenda Package
Governor Cuomo Signs Executive Order to Reinvent and Modernize Police Strategies and Programs
June 11
Governor Cuomo Announces Five Regions Will Enter Phase Three of Reopening Tomorrow
June 10
Governor Cuomo Announces Insurance Fraud Action Against Global Opioid Manufacturer
June 9
Saturday, June 6 - Monday, June 8
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 11,542
Pending Results: 174
Positive Test Results: 165
Recovered: 145
Currently Hospitalized: 0
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
Hours: M-F, 8:30AM - 4:00PM; Saturday, 8:30AM - 12:30PM
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Activities and Events
Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency, on behalf of the City of Ithaca, hereby notifies the public of a Public Hearing and Public Comment Period (June 8 - 12) and Public Hearing (June 10, 6pm): Public Comment open for further COVID-19 -specific projects recommended for CDBG-CV funding.
Proposed use for portion of CDBG-CV (for COVID-specific activities/uses) Funding for a variety of recommended projects (see below).
Summary: The IURA has proposed that the City of Ithaca designate $122,479 in remaining CDBG-CV Funding for the following COVID-specific uses:
Laundry and Internet Needs During COVID-19 (OAR) - $11,000
Ithaca CARES about Re-Opening Child Care (CDC) - $10,000
Aid from Immigrants During COVID-19 (CCTT) - $10,879
DICC Child Care Center Re-Opening (DICC) - $25,600
COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program (SA) - $20,000
COVID-19 Testing for Vulnerable Populations (REACH) - $20,000
Security Deposits for Safer Housing (CCTT) - $25,000
3. Email written comments to Anisa Mendizabal, IURA Community Development Planner, amendizabal@cityofithaca.org please put “Public Comment - CDBG-CV Proposals (Round 2)” in the subject line, or attend Public Hearing (information below) to make verbal comment in real time.
4. Public Hearing to occur at the June 10, 2020 Virtual Meeting of the Planning and Economic Development Committee (PEDC) of Ithaca Common. Meeting begins at 6:00 pm. See agenda linked here and on City of Ithaca website for further information https://www.cityofithaca.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/2119?html=true and/or contact Anisa Mendizabal at amendizabal@cityofithaca.org by 5pm on June 10 if you would like more information on making public comment during the meeting.
5. Materials: View information about this proposed use at IthacaURA.org or http://www.cityofithaca.org/290/Ithaca-Urban-Renewal-Agency
Virtual Black Town Hall: Join us virtually on Thursday, June 11th from 4-6 as we engage with the candidates for New York State Assembly. We will be engaging with them on issues that have to do specifically with the Black community. We want to hear from you! Please submit your questions to ask the candidates in our form below! Stay tuned for more details! Link to the form to submit QUESTIONS: CLICK HERE Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
How to be an Anti-racist Book Read
Event Description: “Racism exists in our society and takes the lives of BIPOC everyday. It is not enough for us to say we are not racist. In order to dismantle white supremacy we have to actively work on being antiracist. How do we do that? What does that look like in our community? What will you do in your everyday life to be antiracist? How will you teach your children to be antiracist? These are all important questions to consider and ones I hope we can process together. We will be hosting multiple sessions and have breakout rooms for smaller group discussions.”
Date and Time: Wednesday, July 1 at 8 pm
About the book: Link to book club kit
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
News
Tompkins County Libraries Begin to Open June 15: Municipal libraries in Tompkins County have announced that they are all reopening with curbside or in-lobby pick-up in the week of June 15, 2020.
Rental Assistance Program will launch June 15: The COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program will launch June 15, offering financial assistance to residents of Tompkins County.
Food & Shopping
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Tompkins Food Task Force Consumer Food Resources and Food Supply Chain Resources
Ithaca supporting local black owned businesses
Resources
Health and Safety for Protests and Direct Action: trained street medics provide info and training for staying safe at protests and actions!
How to Safely and Ethically Film Police Misconduct
100 RACE-CONSCIOUS THINGS YOU CAN SAY TO YOUR CHILD TO ADVANCE RACIAL JUSTICE
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
June 8
June 7
Governor Cuomo Announces Outdoor Graduations of up to 150 People Will Be Allowed Beginning June 26th
June 6
Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation Banning Price Gouging of Personal Protective Equipment
Governor Cuomo Renews Call for Passage of 'Say Their Name' Agenda
Tuesday, June 2 - Friday, June 5
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 10,960
Pending Results: 642
Positive Test Results: 163
Recovered: 144
Currently Hospitalized: 0
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
Hours: M-F, 8:30AM - 4:00PM; Saturday, 8:30AM - 12:30PM
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Activities and Events
March Against Police Brutality
Event description: “We will be marching from The Town Hall in Lansing up to the intersection of Triphammer and Peruville Road. We will hang out at the intersection as long as people want. We will not be disturbing traffic and we will be non-violent and practicing appropriate social distancing. The point is to make the voices heard that even small towns stand up for our brothers and sisters who have been affected by senseless police brutality.”
Date and Time: Sunday, June 7 at 9 am
Link to the Event Page: CLICK HERE
Itinerary:
- Reading of the names of the victims of police brutality
- 8 minute and 46 second moment of silence in honor of George Floyd
- March through Lansing
Free Community Meal
Event description: “Salt Point Brewing is collaborating with our good friends and neighbors at Crossroads Bar and Grille to put on our second FREE Community Meal!
We know that times are tough and we have friends and neighbors who don't have room in their budgets for take-out food. That is why we want to treat our community to a free, delicious meal and a break from cooking.
Menu details will be posted soon, but it will feature smoked Mild Italian Sausage along with some rocking side dishes that the whole family will love.
Pick-up will be at the Lansing Town center by the BBQ pavilion.”
Date and Time: Monday, June 8 at 5 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: 29 Auburn Rd, Lansing, NY 14882-9093
Link to the Event Page: CLICK HERE
Virtual Black Town Hall
Event description: “Join us virtually on Thursday, June 11th from 4-6 as we engage with the candidates for New York State Assembly. We will be engaging with them on issues that have to do specifically with the Black community. We want to hear from you! Please submit your questions to ask the candidates in our form below! Stay tuned for more details!”
Date and Time: Thursday, June 11 at 4 pm - 6 pm
Link to the form to submit QUESTIONS: CLICK HERE
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
How to be an Anti-racist Book Read
Event Description: “Racism exists in our society and takes the lives of BIPOC everyday. It is not enough for us to say we are not racist. In order to dismantle white supremacy we have to actively work on being antiracist. How do we do that? What does that look like in our community? What will you do in your everyday life to be antiracist? How will you teach your children to be antiracist? These are all important questions to consider and ones I hope we can process together. We will be hosting multiple sessions and have breakout rooms for smaller group discussions.”
Date and Time: Wednesday, July 1 at 8 pm
About the book: Link to book club kit
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
News
Tompkins County Libraries Begin to Open June 15
(Excerpt from the original article) Municipal libraries in Tompkins County have announced that they are all reopening with curbside or in-lobby pick-up in the week of June 15, 2020. Tompkins County residents can place a hold on their local library’s materials by phone, email, or through the library catalogue. CLICK HERE to read the original post on Ithaca Voice.
Rental Assistance Program will launch June 15
(Excerpt from the original article by Anna Lamb) The COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program will launch June 15, offering financial assistance to residents of Tompkins County. Residents can apply for assistance with rent if they have lost income due to COVID-19, and if they fall within household income limits. Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services (INHS) is overseeing the program and has provided an online guide with the program application. Residents can apply to receive up to three months of financial assistance if they are eligible. CLICK HERE to read the original post on Ithaca Voice.
Food
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Ithaca supporting local black owned businesses
Resources
Insight to the post office process for obtaining passports during the current events?
How to Safely and Ethically Film Police Misconduct
100 RACE-CONSCIOUS THINGS YOU CAN SAY TO YOUR CHILD TO ADVANCE RACIAL JUSTICE
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
June 5
Lowest Number of Deaths and Hospitalizations: Governor Cuomo announced the state has reached the lowest number of deaths and hospitalizations since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
'Say Their Name' Reform Agenda Priorities Following Killing of George Floyd:
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the "Say Their Name" reform agenda following the murder of George Floyd and an ongoing pattern of police brutality against minority communities across the nation. The Governor said he will work with the State Legislature to get these policies done next week.
June 4
June 3
Outdoor Dining at Restaurants Will Be Permitted in Phase Two Of Reopening
June 2
Governor Cuomo Responds to Escalating Violence and Looting Amid Otherwise Peaceful Protests
Saturday, May 30 - Monday, June 1
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 9,773
Pending Results: 474
Positive Test Results: 160
Recovered: 137
Currently Hospitalized: 0
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
Hours: M-F, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM; Saturday, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30 am–5 pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Get help if you need, Give help if you can
Cortland Mutual Aid could really use our help!
Cortland Mutual Aid could really use our help! They are just ramping up and don't have donors yet. This ask is for money (anything will help) and stuff for the new pantries. When I was out in Cortland the week before last at the food distribution launch, I met a lot of hungry people. I'm hoping we can all pitch in a little to help our neighbors.” — Sujata Sidhu in Mutual Aid Group Page, PayPal Link to donate : CLICK HERE
News
Stimulus checks issued in the form of prepaid debit cards: People are accidentally throwing out their stimulus payments — because they look like junk mail.
Tompkins Mask Makers Distribution Cabinet is up and running. It is located on the 400 block of 2nd Street in Downtown ITHACA.
Uses of this cabinet are:
-You can find donated masks inside for your personal use.
-Caretakers of the Little Blue Pantries and other volunteers can come get masks here to put in the pantries (come and get what you need anytime but feel free to pm me to check what’s available at any given time)
-Mask Makers can leave masks here for specific people/organizations to pick up
-If you make a specific request for donated masks for you and your family through our website portal, this is where you will pick up your order. www.tompkinsmaskmakers.org
(This is in no way meant to compete or interfere with other mask distribution systems in Ithaca, just trying to centralize the many efforts of Tompkins Mask Makers and make it easier to get masks out of the hands of makers and into the wider community.)
Please note: General donations of masks (always needed!) and cotton fabric, thread, and elastic to TMM can be left on the porch at 407 2nd Street for processing.
Northstar is Hiring! Northstar is looking for experienced full-time line cooks. Email jobs@northstarpub.com Link to the hiring page: CLICK HERE
Activities and Events
Food for the People by Cortland County Mutual Aid: June 3 at 4-6pm at 181 S. Main St. in Cortland. Groceries, plants and personal care products distribution. To arrange delivery email Cortlandmutualaid@gmail.com. We are looking for one or two volunteers with a truck or van who can run to Ithaca on Tuesday around 3 pm to pick up the food! Please let me know if you are able to help! We are also looking for cash donations to support this work!
Best Practices in Organic Gardening & Community Gardening: Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Gardening in a Community Garden can be a wonderful joy but pests and diseases can spread more rapidly in close quarters. Learn the best practices for growing veggies organically in your home garden or in a Community Garden for minimizing pests and disease and maximizing your soil health and harvest. Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
How to be an Anti-racist Book Read: Friday, June 5 at 12 pm - Event Description: “Racism exists in our society and takes the lives of BIPOC everyday. It is not enough for us to say we are not racist. In order to dismantle white supremacy we have to actively work on being antiracist. How do we do that? What does that look like in our community? What will you do in your everyday life to be antiracist? How will you teach your children to be antiracist? These are all important questions to consider and ones I hope we can process together. The date set for this event is arbitrary as I would like to work out a time that works best for everyone who wants to be included in the dialogue. Let’s find a good time to talk about the book together. If you need a copy of the book, please let me know. I will make sure one gets to you.” Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
This stops now: A memorial for George Floyd: Sunday June 7, 14 and 21 - Gather on the Commons for a weekly memorial for George Floyd, starting tomorrow Sunday the 31st of May and continuing every week at the same time and place until there is justice. We are not going to stand by and allow police to murder innocent people as we watch. End the war on drugs, no knock warrants, racial profiling and protecting dangerous cops. Everyone everywhere will be held accountable, including DAs who don't prosecute criminal behavior by police officers. Driven by Floyd's voice we will fight this injustice to the end. Please wear a mask and socially distance, bring signs, instruments, umbrellas and flags. Come prepared for the weather and bring water and snacks.
Food
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Resources
Insight to the post office process for obtaining passports during the current events?
How to Safely and Ethically Film Police Misconduct
100 RACE-CONSCIOUS THINGS YOU CAN SAY TO YOUR CHILD TO ADVANCE RACIAL JUSTICE
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
June 1
May 31
Governor Cuomo Calls for Standardized Police Misconduct Policies Across America
May 30
Friday, May 29
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 9,288
Pending Results: 761
Positive Test Results: 156
Recovered: 135
Currently Hospitalized: 1
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
Hours: M-F, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM; Saturday, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30 am–5 pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Tompkins County Begins Phase Two Reopening
According to an announcement Friday from Governor Cuomo, Tompkins County, as part of the Southern Tier Region, can begin phase two of reopening as of 1:00 pm Friday, 5/29. Phase two industries include:
offices
real estate
essential and phase two in-store retail
vehicle sales, rental, and leasing
retail rental, repair, and cleaning
commercial business management
hair salons and barbershops
CLICK HERE to see the full announcement on Tompkins County Gov Website.
Get help if you need, Give help if you can
Cortland Mutual Aid could really use our help!
“Hi - Cortland Mutual Aid could really use our help! They are just ramping up and don't have donors yet. This ask is for money (anything will help) and stuff for the new pantries. When I was out in Cortland the week before last at the food distribution launch, I met a lot of hungry people. I'm hoping we can all pitch in a little to help our neighbors.” — Sujata Sidhu in Mutual Aid Group Page
PayPal Link to donate : CLICK HERE
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
We just created a Facebook Group specifically for food sharing cabinets info. Check out the new group and join us there! Group page’s link HERE.
The Ithaca City School District is offering free meals to all children for the duration of the school closure
Please note that children have to be present at the time of delivery. Menus will be posted on the Ithaca School Food Facebook page (facebook.com/IthacaSchoolFood) and the district website (ithacacityschools.org/districtpage.cfm?pageid=229). Please submit the order form 24 hours in advance. If you need assistance completing the form, please call 2-1-1. The call center is available 24/7 and is also locally staffed Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you need an emergency lunch you can call the food service office before 6:00 am on the day you need it. Look for your bus to arrive between 8-1 daily.
News
Target employee at Lansing store tested positive for COVID-19
An employee at the Target location in The Shops at Ithaca Mall has tested positive for COVID-19, Target Corporate confirmed on Wednesday, May 27. CLICK HERE to read the full report by Ithaca Voice.
2020 Budget Vote and School Board Election: Tuesday, June 9, 2020 by Absentee Ballot (Posted by Morgan Tara)
Ithaca City School District Proposed Budget:
All but one instructional coach position eliminated.
Budget for teacher aides reduced (again).
Raises for administration, including Dr. Luvelle Brown alone, at $12,000.
Click here for more info about voting instructions.
Northstar is Hiring!
Northstar is looking for experienced full-time line cooks. Email jobs@northstarpub.com
Link to the hiring page: CLICK HERE
Activities and Events
How to be an Anti-racist Book Read
Event Description: “Racism exists in our society and takes the lives of BIPOC everyday. It is not enough for us to say we are not racist. In order to dismantle white supremacy we have to actively work on being antiracist. How do we do that? What does that look like in our community? What will you do in your everyday life to be antiracist? How will you teach your children to be antiracist? These are all important questions to consider and ones I hope we can process together. The date set for this event is arbitrary as I would like to work out a time that works best for everyone who wants to be included in the dialogue. Let’s find a good time to talk about the book together. If you need a copy of the book, please let me know. I will make sure one gets to you.”
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
Date and Time: Friday, June 5 at 12 pm (EDT)
Best Practices in Organic Gardening & Community Gardening
Gardening in a Community Garden can be a wonderful joy but pests and diseases can spread more rapidly in close quarters. Learn the best practices for growing veggies organically in your home garden or in a Community Garden for minimizing pests and disease and maximizing your soil health and harvest.
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
Date and Time: Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm EDT
National Day of Car Protests to Demand — Cancel the Rents and Mortgages!
Full demands:
1. A national cancellation of all rents, mortgages for homeowners, small landlords and small business, for the duration of the Pandemic.
2. No shutoff of gas, electricity and water utilities, the restoration of utilities for households that are currently shut off for lack of ability to pay, no accumulation of debt.
3. Eminent domain over vacant buildings, homes, hotels, all appropriate structures to house the homeless or people in precarious housing situations, including the undocumented and victims of domestic violence.
Date and Time: May 30 at 1 pm
Starting Point: Assemble at Staples parking lot on South Meadow St
Link to the event page: CLICK HERE
Food
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Resources
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
New York City to Enter Phase 1 of Reopening on June 8 and Five Regions Enter Phase 2 of Reopening on May 29
Announces Additional Industries Following Strict Safety and Social Distancing Guidelines Can Reopen in Central New York, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley, North Country and Southern Tier as Part of Phase 2 on today, May 29. CLICK HERE to read the full announcement.
Governor Cuomo On George Floyd's Death:
"It's not an isolated incident. It is a continuum of cases and situations that have been going on for decades, and decades, and decades. These are just chapters in a book. And the title of the book is continuing injustice and inequality in America."
"Enough is enough. How many times do you have to see the same lesson replayed before you do something? This country is better than this. It has been better than this and it shouldn't take this long to end basic discrimination and basic injustice."
Saturday, May 23 - Monday, May 25
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Sharing Cabinets Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 7863
Pending Results: 139
Positive Test Results: 152
Recovered: 127
Currently Hospitalized: 0
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
News
Cortland County Mutual Aid: Do you know anyone in Cortland who wants to get involved in helping Cortland County Mutual Aid efforts? Direct them to the fb group or have them email cortlandmutualaid@gmail.com.
New Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group for Food Sharing Cabinets
The Cabinet Chronicles: share some of the meaningful experiences we’ve had in any ways with the blue sharing-cabinets. PLEASE join in with your own post, as we continue to grow, anytime you’d like to share a beautiful interaction-of-sorts that YOU have encountered.
TCAT extending no-fare policy until June 30, new summer schedule adjustments: CLICK HERE to read the full report reported by Ithaca Voice.
Events
Ithaca City School District Proposed Budget: 2020 Budget Vote and Election: Tuesday, June 9, 2020 by Absentee Ballot
Healing Americas Racial Divisions in the Age of Coronavirus: June 1st, 3:30 EST
Food
Cornell Food Pantry Summer Hours beginning May 26: Open Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-7pm, and Wednesdays and Fridays 10am-1pm. Closed Saturday through Monday.
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Resources
Cortland County Mutual Aid: Do you know anyone in Cortland who wants to get involved in helping Cortland County Mutual Aid efforts? Direct them to the fb group or have them email cortlandmutualaid@gmail.com.
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
Highlights from Governor Cuomo’s Website
Death Benefits for Frontline Workers - May 25
Professional Sports Leagues Will Be Able to Begin Training Camps - May 24
Eighth Region on Track to Hit Benchmark to Begin Reopening Tuesday, May 26th - May 23
Friday, May 22
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 8221
Pending Results: 521
Positive Test Results: 148
Recovered: 124
Currently Hospitalized: 1
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
** Change in Site Hours for the week of May 18–25. Please review site hours here. **
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
News
Thrifty Shopper Reopening and Accepting Donations
Did you Quaranclean during Quarantine? — If you have cleaned out your closet and got a pile of things to donate, Thrifty Shopper is now accepting donations.
TCAT extending no-fare policy until June 30, new summer schedule adjustments
CLICK HERE to read the full report reported by Ithaca Voice.
Events
Fundraiser for Friendship Donations Network and Project Growing Hope
Ithaca chapter of the Sibling Bread Collective is baking to reduce the need for others to shop and to support COVID-19 hunger relief programs in the area.
“100% of proceeds directly support the Ithaca community and are donated to Friendship Donations Network and Project Growing Hope. Ingredients are locally sourced from farms & regional access. We are currently accepting our first orders this week (5/18/20-5/24/30). If you would like to order, or have any questions/comments please email me, Brianna, at baj56@cornell.edu. More information about the collective can be found on instagram @siblingbreadco.”
Current menu:
(all prices are suggested & there is a $2 fee for local, contactless delivery)
Sourdough loaf $6
Sourdough bagels $2/bagel $10/half dozen (sesame, plain, everything, cinnamon raisin, sea salt)
Cinnamon rolls $2/roll $10/half dozen
Sandwich bread loaf $5
Sourdough starter ¼ cup $2
Pay-what-you-can PLANT SALE by Youth Farm Project
Date and Time: Saturday, May 23rd, 11 am - 2 pm (EDT)
“Come get the seedlings you need for your garden: all types of tomatoes, jalapenos, onions, scallions, kale, collards, pac choi, napa cabbage, swiss chard, beets, summer squash, cucumbers, winter squash, basil, thyme, dill, mint and lemon balm. If you don't have access to funds right now, but still would like to plant a garden, come get some plants! Please wear a mask. We will have social distancing protocol in place.”
Seed, Soil, and Plant Giveaway at Southside Community Center
Date and Time: Saturday, May 23 from 11am-1pm
Cornell Horticulture Program will distribute free seeds during the Southside Community Center Food Pantry hours on Saturday.
“All are welcome, seeds will be distributed first come-first served. This giveaway will include packs of seeds that can go into the ground right away or be grown on a windowsill for fresh leafy greens or micro-greens. CCE-Tompkins staff members will be on hand to answer questions (from an appropriate distance).”
Healing Americas Racial Divisions in the Age of Coronavirus: June 1st, 3:30 EST
Food
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Resources
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
Highlights from Governor Cuomo’s Website
Reminds New Yorkers to Vote in the Wear a Mask New York Ad Contest by Monday, May 25th; 92,000 People Have Already Voted - CLICK HERE to see the voting page.
Long Island and Mid-Hudson Valley Regions Will Be Permitted to Begin Construction Staging in Anticipation of Phase One of Reopening
Launches New Pilot Program with 52 Independent Pharmacies to Conduct 7,000 Tests per Week
New York State Now Has More Than 750 Testing Sites
State is Making Contact Tracing Training Program Curriculum Available at No Cost to All States Through the National Governors Association
Confirms 1,696 Additional Coronavirus Cases in New York State - Bringing Statewide Total to 358,154; New Cases in 48 Counties
CLICK HERE to see the full announcement on the NY State Government Website.
National
Tuesday, May 19
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Tracking
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 7.047
Pending Results: 509
Positive Test Results: 145
Recovered: 118
Currently Hospitalized: 1
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Events
STEM Based Virtual Classrooms, Kitchens, Backyards, and Beyond: The NNCI Education and Outreach team has compiled this list of resources for children and adults. It includes videos, online magazines, podcasts, and activities that can be done from home using common items.
Healing Americas Racial Divisions in the Age of Coronavirus: June 1st, 3:30 EST
Food
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
The Plantation Bar & Grill offers free meals on Mondays
Resources
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
Seventh Region Hits Benchmarks to Begin Reopening: Governor Cuomo announced that the Capital Region has identified enough contact tracers to meet the seven metrics to begin phase one of the state's regional phased reopening plan.
New York's unreported unemployment backlog: 'A twisted, evil game'
Monday, May 18
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Tracking
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 6,378
Pending Results: 497
Positive Test Results: 141
Recovered: 117
Currently Hospitalized: 1
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Events
Food
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
Resources
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
Sixth Region Hits Benchmarks to Begin Reopening - Governor Cuomo announced that Western New York has now identified enough contact tracers to meet the seven metrics to begin phase one of the state's regional phased reopening plan.
National
Friday, May 15
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Tracking
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 6,316
Pending Results: 1,128
Positive Test Results: 139
Recovered: 116
Currently Hospitalized: 1
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Events
Virtual Panel by Panel Graphic Novel Book Club
Adults are invited to celebrate their love of this diverse and subversive medium. During this virtual meeting, bring your favorite graphic novel and we will discuss what makes them so great, as well as what we are reading now or hope to read soon. This book discussion will be offered via Zoom. Register through the online calendar at tcpl.org and registered participants will receive an email with details on how to access the workshop.
Online : CLICK here to register for this event
Date : May 18, 2020
Time : 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Food
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
Resources
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
HIICAP is Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program - counselors are willing and able to offer their services either by phone or Zoom. Just call Lifelong at 273-1511 and leave a message for Liza Burger. Messages will be forwarded to her regularly, though not daily so we thank you for your patience.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
Multi-state Agreement to Reopen Beaches by Memorial Day Weekend
Acting on a commitment to coordinate regional policies in response to COVID-19, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, and Delaware Governor John Carney today announced a multi-state agreement to reopen public and private beaches with certain restrictions in place effective, Friday, May 22. CLICK here to read the full announcement.
National
CDC issued reopening checklists for schools and businesses including tips on social distancing and disinfecting facilities. Please check out the full guidance here.
House moved on Friday toward passing a $3 trillion pandemic relief package to send aid to struggling state and local governments and another round of direct $1,200 payments to taxpayers. The debate on approving the bill is still ongoing. CLICK here to read the full report by Emily Cochrane on New York Times.
Thursday, May 14
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Tracking - Positive test results for coronavirus are still at 137, and one person is still hospitalized. Recoveries are up one –– bringing the total to 116 people who have recovered from COVID-19 in Tompkins, according to the latest health department data.
HEALTH ALERT UPDATE: GreenStar Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19 – Additional Shift
(Ithaca, NY – May 14, 2020) – The Tompkins County Health Department received notification that a GreenStar employee tested positive for COVID-19. The individual worked multiple shifts at the GreenStar location at 770 Cascadilla St. last weekend.
Today, the Health Department was informed of an additional shift worked by the employee who tested positive with COVID-19. Potential exposures may have occurred during three shifts at GreenStar:
Friday, May 8, 7:00AM – 3:15PM
Saturday, May 9, 7:00AM – 3:15PM
Monday, May 11, 10:30AM – 7:00PM
If you shopped at GreenStar during the dates and times above, please do the following:
It is recommended that you get tested at the Cayuga Health Sampling Site located at The Shops at Ithaca Mall parking lot, 40 Catherwood Rd., between the hours of 10am-3pm Monday through Friday. Sampling site hours for Friday, May 15 have been extended to 9am-4pm. Pre-register online cayugahealth.org/ or call the Cayuga Health Registration Line at 607-319-5708.
Self-quarantine in your home for 14 days from the last date you shopped at GreenStar. Referhere for more information about how to self-quarantine.
If you seek testing and the result is negative, continue to self-quarantine and monitor yourself for the full 14 days from the last time you shopped at GreenStar. If you become symptomatic, seek testing again.
Monitor your health for any symptoms of cough, fever, and shortness of breath.
“As we approach the reopening phases, individuals who are sick must seek testing and stay home. We are encouraging people to be cautious and continue to consider density, distance, face coverings, and hand washing to continue to stop the spread of COVID-19.” stated Frank Kruppa, Public Health Director.
“We appreciate the steps GreenStar has taken to date and are implementing moving forward to ensure the health and safety of their employees and patrons,” stated Frank Kruppa, Public Health Director. Kruppa continued, “GreenStar employees are encouraged to follow instructions provided by their employer due to the nature of their being essential.”
Food
The Food Bank of the Southern Tier will be hosting a drive-thru Community Food Distribution on Thursday, May 21 from 10am-12pm at TC3 in Dryden. Registration is required and will be open from 8am-4pm on Tues 5/19 and Wed 5/20. People can register online here or by calling 1-833-432-3663. This distribution will feature an abundance of perishable items, including recent donations from Nourish NY. This is a drive-thru to limit person-to-person contact so you must be in a vehicle. Limited deliveries will also be available.
Info on Food Bank website here.
From Anna Kelles
Important links and notes from the County.
Members of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) are going to be hosting another Town Hall with updates for the community, businesses, and organizations on YouTube this Friday at 5pm. Here’s the link: https://youtu.be/tCtTDs1u78Y
A video of the Virtual Q&A with EOC leadership held May 11 for businesses and organizations is available Click here.
Here is the full set of slides about the county timeline throughout the COVID19 crisis
Link for businesses in the county from the NY Forward guidelines
Here is a link to a map outlining where each county and region stands with respect to meeting the reopening guidelines
Libraries can participate in curb side pick/delivery in Phase 1. Conversations with the county are taking place to discuss a collective and cautious approach to reopening including precautionary and public health precaution measures.
Testing for all essential workers, a message from The TC Chamber of Commerce and CMC. Cayuga Medical Center President Dr. Marty Stallone recommends that all public facing Essential Workers, volunteers, and anyone that is symptomatic be tested for COVID-19. New York State recently expanded testing criteria to include all essential workers, and Cayuga Medical Center has sufficient testing capacity available to our community to manage significantly more testing. In addition, thanks to a collaboration with Rheonix, a company founded by Ithacan Greg Galvin, Cayuga Medical Center is the first hospital in New York State to use a new technology that provides same day results for COVID-19 testing. To register to be tested at the drive-thru sampling site, call Cayuga Health Registration Line at 607-319-5708, or go online to cayugahealthsystem.org.
More on Anna Kelles’s website https://www.annakelles.com/covid19-updates-resources/summary-51420-county-state-and-national-covid19-related-resources-and-information
State
A guide to the state's "NY Forward Reopening" Plan is available here. The state's regional monitoring dashboard is available here.
Central New York is the fifth region to begin reopening Friday, May 15th. Along with the Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, the North Country and Mohawk Valley, this region has met all seven metrics required to begin phase one of the state's regional phased reopening plan. Phase one includes reopening construction, manufacturing, retail for curbside and in-store pickup, agriculture, forestry and fishing.
2. The number of total COVID hospitalizations are still dropping. Total hospitalizations fell to 6,706, from 6,946 the day before. The number of new COVID hospitalizations rose slightly to 420, from 416 the day before. Tragically, we lost 157 New Yorkers to this vicious virus yesterday.
3. The State is now investigating 110 reported cases of a potentially COVID-related inflammatory illness in children. Today, New York issued first-in-the-nation criteria to healthcare professionals that defines what symptoms healthcare providers should look for and provides a case definition. Case definitions help standardize tracking and reporting and can help ensure a better health outcome.
4. Testing capacity continues to ramp up. Yesterday, New York State tested 39,850 people for Coronavirus. Of those tested, 2,390 were positive for the virus. To date, the state has tested 1,298,757 people — a little under 7% of the statewide population. You can follow daily testing data on our COVID Tracker website.
NYS DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION ALERTS CONSUMERS TO PHONE SCAMMERS SPOOFING THE NYS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND UTILITY COMPANIES
Phone Scammers Claim Payment is Needed to Try to Steal Personal Information Consumers Should be Alert and Follow Basic Tips to Keep Information Protected
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) and the Department of Public Service are alerting consumers of a phone scam in which scammers are threatening to suspend electricity services unless they receive payment for past due balances. Payment has been requested by means of untraceable services such as money transfer apps, including Cash App.
Scammers may also attempt to steal personal information from unsuspecting victims. In these cases, the caller “spoofs” the official phone number of the Department of Public Service and calls individuals seeking payment for outstanding utility bills to avoid disconnection of service. Pursuant to Governor Cuomo’s March 13th directive, the Department of Public Service worked with the State’s utility companies to ensure no New Yorkers would have their utilities cutoff for nonpayment during the PAUSE. Similar action was taken during Super Storm Sandy, the 2014 Polar Vortex, and the 2008 financial crisis.
“Unfortunately, these types of scams appear from time to time targeting unsuspecting New Yorkers with nefarious tactics, including spoofing official government agencies and utility companies,” said New York State Secretary of State Rossana Rosado. “Be alert and follow some safety tips when you are called or approached by scammers in order to avoid falling victims of tricks to get your hard-earned money.”
In addition, calls have also been reported to be coming from scammers purporting to be from New York electric and gas utilities. The callers ask for consumer information, including utility account numbers, social security numbers, and dates of birth, and request payment for alleged past-due bills. Similar to a Social Security scam detailed in June of 2019, in these cases the caller “spoofs” official phone numbers of state agencies or utility companies call individuals seeking information that could be used to steal identities. Spoofing is when a caller deliberately falsifies the information transmitted to a caller ID display to disguise their identity, according to the Federal Communications Commission. In actuality, the call could be coming from anywhere in the world.
To avoid falling victim to these scams, consumers should follow the tips below:
Consumers should never give out personal information such as account numbers, Social Security numbers, mother's maiden names, passwords or other identifying information in response to unexpected calls or if they are at all suspicious. Consumers should not respond to any questions, especially those that can be answered with "Yes" or "No." Consumers should exercise caution if they are being pressured for information immediately.
Government agencies and utility companies do not ask for payments via gift cards or cash transfer apps. Gift cards allow scammers to get money without a trace. Real utility companies issue several disconnection warnings before shutting off utilities and they never demand money over the phone or specify a method of payment.
Use call blocking tools from your phone provider and check into apps that block calls. The FCC allows phone companies to block robocalls by default based on reasonable analytics (see fcc.gov/robocalls).
Do not rely on the number that comes up on your phone. Callers can “spoof” the number to look like a government agency or local utility company. If someone has contacted an individual and they are suspicious, they should hang up and go directly to the official website for the agency or utility company or call the number on their utility bill to confirm whether there is a problem with their account.
If a consumer receives this or any other scam calls, they are encouraged to file a complaint with the Division of Consumer Protection.
Tuesday, May 12
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local mutual aid group coordinates food sharing locations across Tompkins County
Mutual Aid Tompkins, a group that has emerged during the COVID-19 crisis as both a community forum and a community resource, has stationed miniature food pantries across the county –– a project that has grown to include 27 locations.The mini-pantries are small cabinets stocked daily with shelf-stable food through local charitable organizations and accessible around the clock for those in need. Learn more here.
Local
Tracking
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 4,834
Pending Results: 169
Positive Test Results: 134
Recovered: 114
Currently Hospitalized: 1
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
News
Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research launches COVID-19 journaling project: A new project from the Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research’s Dr. Janis Whitlock is collecting slice of life stories during the coronavirus outbreak and asking the public to take part.
Events
Virtual Mid-Day Mindfulness Meditation Session by Tompkins County Public Library: Date : Wednesday, May 13, Time : 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm, Joining Info : CLICK Here
Multicultural Resource Center twice monthly Chill & Chat series: This will be a space to witness decolonized conversations with local Tompkins County community leaders and wisdom keepers about the intersections of social, cultural, economic and environmental justice, particularly during the time of Coronavirus. These conversations will take place online on Friday, May 15th and Friday, May 29th at 2:00PM
2020 Spring Plant Sale: Sunday, May 17, 2020, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Join us at the Pavilion at Steamboat landing / Ithaca Farmers' Market on Sunday, May 17th for CCE-Tompkins' Annual Plant Sale. Dozens of vendors will be on hand with plants for your edible gardens - veggie starts, fruiting shrubs and trees, and some ornamental plants that support pollination of your food garden and help keep pests away. Bring baskets, wagons, and other containers for transporting plants.
Full time and part time job opportunity
Buffalo Street Books - Operation Manager: The Operations Manager will be a salaried second in command position assisting the General Manager. We are looking for someone interested in learning every aspect of running an independent bookstore. The Operations Manager must be available to jump right into helping manage our online sales and curbside delivery operations now and prepare for what’s next. Contact lisa@buffalostreetbooks.com for job description. Please send your resume and letter of interest to lisa@buffalostreetbooks.com by COB Monday, May 18, 2020.
Luna Street Food has driver positions available. Both part & full time available. Day, evening & nights available. Customers are tipping great during the crisis. No Kitchen Work Required, Contact Free Delivery Setup, Contact Free Pickup From Restaurant, $25-$30 per hour, Apply Online
Find Help and Give Help
607 Cleaners: As we move closer to being able to re-open businesses, we would like to offer a 20% discount to small business owners to help get them sanitized and ready for opening day!
Multicultural Resource Center: at 516 W MLK/State Street, beautiful free clothes and shoes as well as food available to the community. Stop by Monday thru Friday 12-4PM!
Ithaca Community Gardens: WANT TO PLANT YOUR OWN VEGGIES, SAVE MONEY, EAT HEALTHY FOOD? The Ithaca Community Gardens still has plots available this year: $50 full plot, $35 half plot. Financial aid available when needed lowers the cost to $15, and this year we have a special donation fund to cover the $15 for those who have lost their job/income. To ask for this funding contact judith.barker2@gmail.com. Everyone requests a plot by going to http://ithacacommunitygardens.org/ where it says “CLICK HERE to request a plot.” We are located off Route 13 near the Farmers Market. We provide water, tools, wood chips, and compost.
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
State
Governor Cuomo Directs Hospitals to Prioritize COVID-19 Testing for Children
National
Monday, May 11
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local mutual aid group coordinates food sharing locations across Tompkins County
Mutual Aid Tompkins, a group that has emerged during the COVID-19 crisis as both a community forum and a community resource, has stationed miniature food pantries across the county –– a project that has grown to include 27 locations.The mini-pantries are small cabinets stocked daily with shelf-stable food through local charitable organizations and accessible around the clock for those in need. Learn more here.
Local
Tracking
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 4,723
Pending Results: 125
Positive Test Results: 134
Recovered: 112
Currently Hospitalized: 1
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Events
Virtual Mid-Day Mindfulness Meditation Session by Tompkins County Public Library
Date : Wednesday, May 13
Time : 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm
Joining Info : CLICK Here
2020 Spring Plant Sale: Sunday, May 17, 2020, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Join us at the Pavilion at Steamboat landing / Ithaca Farmers' Market on Sunday, May 17th for CCE-Tompkins' Annual Plant Sale. Dozens of vendors will be on hand with plants for your edible gardens - veggie starts, fruiting shrubs and trees, and some ornamental plants that support pollination of your food garden and help keep pests away. Bring baskets, wagons, and other containers for transporting plants.
Full time and part time job opportunity
Luna Street Food has driver positions available. Both part & full time available. Day, evening & nights available. Customers are tipping great during the crisis.
No Kitchen Work Required.
Contact Free Delivery Setup
Contact Free Pickup From Restaurant
$25-$30 per hour
Find Help and Give Help
Tuesday, May 12th - FREE food box day at GIAC 1pm-4pm. Nothing to fill out or qualify for, just grab and go 45lbs of food. If you are in need and unable to drive there please message Matthew Spano and we can put you on our delivery list.
Multicultural Resource Center: at 516 W MLK/State Street, beautiful free clothes and shoes as well as food available to the community. Stop by Monday thru Friday 12-4PM!
Ithaca Community Gardens: WANT TO PLANT YOUR OWN VEGGIES, SAVE MONEY, EAT HEALTHY FOOD? The Ithaca Community Gardens still has plots available this year: $50 full plot, $35 half plot. Financial aid available when needed lowers the cost to $15, and this year we have a special donation fund to cover the $15 for those who have lost their job/income. To ask for this funding contact judith.barker2@gmail.com. Everyone requests a plot by going to http://ithacacommunitygardens.org/ where it says “CLICK HERE to request a plot.” We are located off Route 13 near the Farmers Market. We provide water, tools, wood chips, and compost.
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
State
Friday, May 8
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local mutual aid group coordinates food sharing locations across Tompkins County
Mutual Aid Tompkins, a group that has emerged during the COVID-19 crisis as both a community forum and a community resource, has stationed miniature food pantries across the county –– a project that has grown to include 27 locations.The mini-pantries are small cabinets stocked daily with shelf-stable food through local charitable organizations and accessible around the clock for those in need. Learn more here.
Local
Tracking
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 4,702
Pending Results: 200
Positive Test Results: 134
Recovered: 110
Currently Hospitalized: 2
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to and from the Sampling Site.
Events
Virtual Mid-Day Mindfulness Meditation Session by Tompkins County Public Library
Date : Wednesday, May 13
Time : 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm
Joining Info : CLICK Here
2020 Spring Plant Sale: Sunday, May 17, 2020, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Join us at the Pavilion at Steamboat landing / Ithaca Farmers' Market on Sunday, May 17th for CCE-Tompkins' Annual Plant Sale. Dozens of vendors will be on hand with plants for your edible gardens - veggie starts, fruiting shrubs and trees, and some ornamental plants that support pollination of your food garden and help keep pests away. Bring baskets, wagons, and other containers for transporting plants.
Full time and part time job opportunity
Luna Street Food has driver positions available. Both part & full time available. Day, evening & nights available. Customers are tipping great during the crisis.
No Kitchen Work Required.
Contact Free Delivery Setup
Contact Free Pickup From Restaurant
$25-$30 per hour
Resources
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
HIICAP is Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program - counselors are willing and able to offer their services either by phone or Zoom. Just call Lifelong at 273-1511 and leave a message for Liza Burger. Messages will be forwarded to her regularly, though not daily so we thank you for your patience.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
Food
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
State
Continuing Temporary Suspension and Modification of Laws Relating to the Disaster Emergency until June 7, 2020. CLICK here to read the full report.
On May 8, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the state will extend the window for children victims or survivors of sexual abuse to file otherwise time-barred cases under the Child Victims Act for an additional five months until January 14, 2021. CLICK here to read the full report.
National
Economic Impact Payments (Stimulus Check Tracker)
Wednesday, May 6
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local mutual aid group coordinates food sharing locations across Tompkins County
Mutual Aid Tompkins, a group that has emerged during the COVID-19 crisis as both a community forum and a community resource, has stationed miniature food pantries across the county –– a project that has grown to include 27 locations.The mini-pantries are small cabinets stocked daily with shelf-stable food through local charitable organizations and accessible around the clock for those in need. Learn more here.
Local
TCHD releases demographic information for positive COVID-19 cases
The Tompkins County Health Department released age, race and location data information on all positive COVID-19 cases Tuesday night. Officials had previously declined to release such information in an effort to protect patient privacy. As part of contact investigations with positive patients, the county has tracked age, race and source of exposure –– as well as broken down the total number of cases in the county by municipality. Find out more.
Alternatives Federal Credit Union has established a "historic" fund to help people and businesses struggling as a result of COVID-19's economic impacts.
The news came in an announcement Wednesday morning, which explained the creation of the $1.4 million fund for loans that come with a 0 percent interest rate called the Alternatives Federal Credit Union Community Assistance Loan Fund. Link to article
Events
Tompkins County Public Library will offer Virtual Mid-Day Mindfulness Meditation Sessions on Wednesdays from 12:15 to 12:45, beginning on May 13 and continuing through August 5, 2020. These free sessions are open to all and are available through Zoom. Please visit the TCPL event calendar for specific instructions on attending
This Friday, May 8th at 11am, join the Advocacy Center for an online conversation about:
The impacts of COVID-19 on domestic violence and child abuse
Available services and how the Advocacy Center is supporting survivors during this time
Strategies to support someone you are worried about
Live Q&A
Resources
HIICAP is Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program - counselors are willing and able to offer their services either by phone or Zoom. Just call Lifelong at 273-1511 and leave a message for Liza Burger. Messages will be forwarded to her regularly, though not daily so we thank you for your patience.
Ithaca College's LGBT Center offers two COVID-19 related resources:
LGBTQ+ people and COVID-19 includes resources for:
LGBTQ families, individuals, elders
transgender people and their loved ones
people living with HIV
LGBTQ employeesphysical, mental, spiritual, sexual health
professionals who work with LGBTQ youth. Find affirming virtual worship services and 12 Step meetingstips for quarantining in an unfriendly environmentand ways our community may experience disparate risk.
Spring 2020 LGBTQ Resources: find support virtually, through hotlines and live chat, and more.
State
The state has learned new insights about the patients being hospitalized with COVID-19 from a survey of hospitals. New York received 1,269 survey responses from 113 hospitals over three days. Of the newly hospitalized patients, 66% were at home before they were admitted, compared to 18% who had been in nursing homes, 4% in assisted living and less than one percent from jails or prisons. Only 4% of respondents reported having used public transportation.
The number of new COVID hospitalizations continues to fall. Yesterday, the number of new COVID hospitalizations fell to 601, down from 659 the day before. Total hospitalizations fell to 9,179 from 9,600 the day before. Tragically, we lost an additional 232 New Yorkers to COVID-19 yesterday.
Tuesday, May 5th
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Tracking
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 4,468
Pending Results: 780
Positive Test Results: 133
Recovered: 106
Currently Hospitalized: 2
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or go online to cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to the Sampling Site.
News
Regional Guidelines for Reopening NY: Governor Cuomo outlined the four core factors to determine if a region can re-open: new infections, healthcare capacity, diagnostic testing capacity, and contact tracing capacity.
Finding and Giving Help Resources
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
Community Volunteer & Request Aid Form : Fill out this form if you would like to request aid (petty cash assistance, groceries, supplies, medicine, delivery), AND/OR if you would like to volunteer to give aid. THIS IS A NEW VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP FORM - please fill this out even if you had previously signed up to volunteer.
Older Adult Support Form : Read info here and fill out this form if you would like to provide assistance to older adults in Tompkins County.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Food
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Activities & Events
2020 Spring Plant Sale: Sunday, May 17, 2020, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Join us at the Pavilion at Steamboat landing / Ithaca Farmers' Market on Sunday, May 17th for CCE-Tompkins' Annual Plant Sale. Dozens of vendors will be on hand with plants for your edible gardens - veggie starts, fruiting shrubs and trees, and some ornamental plants that support pollination of your food garden and help keep pests away. Bring baskets, wagons, and other containers for transporting plants.
Monday, May 4th
If you have an immediate need, call (607) 288-3252
As always, community members looking for more information on local health resources and resources related to COVID-19 can contact 2-1-1 by calling 1-877-211-8667 or visiting 211tompkins.org
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Page
Mutual Aid Tompkins Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Immediate Needs Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Food Systems Facebook Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins: Parent Support Group
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Form
Mutual Aid Tompkins Community Resource Folder
Donate
We are neighbors concerned about our communities and helping to make sure those most vulnerable and affected by COVID-19 get the support they need. We are volunteer run, with no paid staff, and our aid comes directly from the community. We have created a PayPal & Venmo account and the money donated is going directly to people who have made requests through our immediate needs page. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation through our fundraiser that is in partnership with Tompkins County Worker's Center, You can also make donations through PayPal here and our Venmo here. Thank you!
Local
Tracking
Latest Data from Tompkins County Health Department
Total Tested: 4,016
Pending Results: 497
Positive Test Results: 133
Recovered: 106
Currently Hospitalized: 2
Tompkins County Health Department Info and Resources
Charted data for Tompkins, Cortland, Broome, and Onondaga County HERE
A Brief Summary of the Three Types of COVID-19 Testing HERE
Cayuga Health Sampling Site
To pre-register, call Cayuga Health Call Center at 607-319-5708, or go online to cayugahealthsystem.org.
Need a ride to the Sampling Site? After you register, call 2-1-1 to schedule a safe, free ride with ASAP Cab Company. 2-1-1 is open from 8:30am–5pm to schedule rides to the Sampling Site.
News
Regional Guidelines for Reopening NY: Governor Cuomo outlined the four core factors to determine if a region can re-open: new infections, healthcare capacity, diagnostic testing capacity, and contact tracing capacity.
Finding and Giving Help Resources
Donate your bottles and cans to support local organizations and charities: See a discussion with places to donate here.
NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Requesting Information to Connect Impacted Producers to Purchasing Opportunities: The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, in coordination with its partners, is reaching out to New York producers that have surplus agricultural products as a result of COVID-19-related supply chain disruptions. The Department is working to connect affected farmers to potential new purchasing opportunities through various institutions, such as food banks, retailers and more. Governor Cuomo has made a commitment to using local foods to support the emergency food system, and we are looking to connect producers to food banks and those in need. This information will be provided to the Department’s partners and posted on its website. If you are a producer with surplus product, the Department asks that you send your name, contact information, and the type of product(s) you have in surplus to Lindsey McMahon at lindsey.mcmahon@agriculture.ny.gov.
Community Volunteer & Request Aid Form : Fill out this form if you would like to request aid (petty cash assistance, groceries, supplies, medicine, delivery), AND/OR if you would like to volunteer to give aid. THIS IS A NEW VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP FORM - please fill this out even if you had previously signed up to volunteer.
Older Adult Support Form : Read info here and fill out this form if you would like to provide assistance to older adults in Tompkins County.
Quarantine Space : Mutual Aid Tompkins is trying to coordinate with home/apartment owners to create quarantine space for people coming (back) to Ithaca or traveling to Ithaca from other places. If you need any assistance with self-quarantine place, please contact communityaidtompkins@gmail.com or our point person, Becky Sibner rsibner1@gmail.com.
Funding
ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER LOAN APPLICATIONS OPENED FOR AGRICULTURE PRODUCERS AT NOON May 4: The U.S. Small Business Administration began accepting new Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance applications today at 12:00 PM EDT on a limited basis only, to provide relief to dairy farms and other U.S. agricultural businesses. The application is available here.
Food
Tuesday, May 5th is free food box day at GIAC again. Free to pick up, nothing to qualify. 1:00pm-4:00pm. If you don’t have the ability to get there and you are in need please DM Matthew Spano via Facebook.
Neighborhood Open Food Pantries: Please take and/or donate food and supplies. Find one near you.
Food Pantry Calendar: Foodbank of the Southern Tier
Ithaca Free Food Resources HERE.
Activities & Events
2020 Spring Plant Sale: Sunday, May 17, 2020, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Join us at the Pavilion at Steamboat landing / Ithaca Farmers' Market on Sunday, May 17th for CCE-Tompkins' Annual Plant Sale. Dozens of vendors will be on hand with plants for your edible gardens - veggie starts, fruiting shrubs and trees, and some ornamental plants that support pollination of your food garden and help keep pests away. Bring baskets, wagons, and other containers for transporting plants.