Holiday Park COVID-19 Testing Site to Close on July 31 and August 1
Due to the possibility of tropical storm conditions across South Florida this weekend, the Holiday Park testing site will be closed on Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1 to allow crews to remove tents and secure equipment on the site. Pending weather conditions, the testing site is expected to reopen on Tuesday, August 4. Located at U.S. 1 and N.E. 8 Street (just south of Sunrise Boulevard), the site is normally open Tuesday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., and offers free drive-thru COVID-19 self-swab testing to anyone age 5 or older with or without COVID-19 symptoms. No doctor referral needed. Proper ID is required with name, date of birth, address, and photo. To reduce wait times, please register for an appointment online at https://florida.curativeinc.com/welcome. Overseen by healthcare professionals from AMR, the testing procedure for the oral self-swab test requires individuals to swab the inside of their mouth for approximately 20 seconds. The swab sample is then placed in a vial, sealed, and sent to a lab for analysis. Results are delivered to patients via email or text message. Patients who do not receive results after 72 hours, may contact Curative Inc. via email at support@curativeinc.com. For more details, visit bit.ly/ftlcovid19testing.
Lincoln Park COVID-19 Testing Site to Close at End of Day on Friday, July 31
Due to the possibility of tropical storm conditions impacting South Florida this weekend,testing sites supported by the Florida Department of Health in Broward County, including the site at Lincoln Park in Fort Lauderdale, will close at the end of the day on Friday, July 31 and will remain closed until it is safe to reopen. The anticipated reopening date is Tuesday, August 4. Located at 600 N.W. 19 Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, the Lincoln Park testing site is normally open Tuesday - Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Administered by the Florida Department of Health, the site offers free walk-up COVID-19 testing to anyone with or without COVID-19 symptoms. There are no age or identification requirements and no doctor referral is needed. For more details and to view a video of the Lincoln Park testing site, visit bit.ly/ftlcovid19testing.
Las Olas Boulevard to Remain Open This Weekend
Due to the possibility of tropical storm conditions impacting South Florida in the coming days, there will be no lane closures on Las Olas Boulevard this weekend. Lane closures are expected to resume the second weekend in August. Please monitor the City’s website for updates at bit.ly/ftltobeadvisory.
Countywide Curfew Extended Through August 3
Broward County Emergency Order 20-23 extends the countywide curfew currently in effect through August 3 at 5 a.m. The curfew hours are 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily. Exemptions to the curfew include: active duty police, fire rescue, first responders, news media, delivery or transportation drivers, government employees, persons seeking emergency medical care, and medical, health care and utility service personnel. In addition, people traveling to and from their place of employment, those returning directly to their homes after commercial travel ending at an airport or seaport or after one-way vehicular travel of more than 100 miles, and individuals walking their pets within 250 feet of their residence are exempt from the curfew. To read Emergency Order 20-23, visithttps://bit.ly/310Tq1S.
Residents Not Required to Wear Masks at Home
Broward County Emergency Order 20-23 clarifies that residents are not required to wear facial coverings while at home (indoors and/or outdoors), and property owners shall not be individually liable for violations of facial covering requirements by guests or other persons who are not residents of the property. To read Emergency Order 20-23, visithttps://bit.ly/310Tq1S.
Masks Mandatory in Establishments; Violators Risk Fines
Broward County Emergency Order 20-21 requires facial coverings to be worn in public and private spaces, including at all establishments, where social distancing cannot be maintained. The order also requires the mandatory use of facial coverings in residential facilities and condominium common areas (including reception areas, hallways, lobbies, and elevators), and requires that masks be worn by all persons in any establishment, other than amenities, regardless of social distancing; all people working in any establishment allowed to operate; and all workers in any establishment involved in preparing, handling or serving food. Any individual or establishment that violates the facial covering requirements is subject to a criminal and/or civil infraction, with fines up to $500 per violation for a criminal misdemeanor, $1,000 per day per violation for a civil citation, or up to $15,000 per violation for a known violation that is irreparable or irreversible. To read Emergency Order 20-21, visit bit.ly/2O9GSis.
New Signage Requirements for All Establishments
Broward County Emergency Order 20-23, clarifies that all establishments that conduct in-person transactions with the public, other than parks and beaches, must comply with signage requirements contained in Emergency Order 20-17, including displaying information about proper social distancing and facial covering requirements, and ensuring that the required signage is conspicuously posted for easy visibility within the establishment. To read Emergency Order 20-23, visit https://bit.ly/310Tq1S. To read Emergency Order 20-17, visit https://bit.ly/3dYeP0F.
Vacation Rentals Must Be Actively Managed and Provide Contact Information
Broward County Emergency Order 20-23, clarifies that short-term vacation rentals are not allowed to operate unless they are being actively managed by on-site owners or on-site management companies with staffing or security personnel on site 24 hours a day to enforce compliance with all applicable requirements. In addition, the owner/manager must provide the physical address of the vacation rental, the contact email address for the owner/manager, and the contact name and telephone number for
the 24/7 staffing or security personnel to reopening@broward.org. This requirement will take effect for check-ins starting on or after July 20, 2020 through August 20, 2020. Exceptions include vacation rentals that are rented by individuals conducting military, emergency, governmental, health, or infrastructure response to the COVID- 19 pandemic, or people primarily engaged in non-vacation commercial activities. To read Emergency Order 20-23, visit https://bit.ly/310Tq1S.
Outdoor Events Prohibited Unless Approved by Broward County
Broward County Emergency Order 20-23, clarifies that outdoor, open air events are not permissible unless a reopening or operating plan (that must include, without limitation, appropriate operational safeguards, attendance limits such as persons per square feet, sanitation procedures, facial covering requirements, and staffing/security) is submitted toreopening@Broward.org and approved in writing by the Broward County Administrator. To read Emergency Order 20-23, visit https://bit.ly/310Tq1S.
Important Deadlines from the Supervisor of Elections Office
The Broward County Supervisor of Elections Office reminds everyone about the following important deadlines related to the August 18 Primary Election and the November 3 General Election:
- August 8 - Last day to request a mail-in ballot for the Primary Election on August 18
- October 5 - Last day to register to vote in the General Election on November 3
- October 24 - Last day to request a mail-in ballot for the General Election on November 3
For more information, visit the Broward County Supervisor of Elections Office website atwww.browardsoe.org.
Don’t Let Your Guard Down
With COVID-19 cases are on the rise, the City of Fort Lauderdale reminds residents, visitors, and businesses that this is no time to let your guard down. Please remain vigilant and continue to follow local emergency orders and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines to help fight the spread of the coronavirus. Individuals testing positive for COVID-19, or who are experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, should:
- self-isolate to the greatest extent possible and avoid contact with other people
- avoid visiting establishments and amenities except when medically necessary
- avoid use of common areas such as shared kitchens, laundry rooms or recreational facilities, especially in shared housing or multi-housing developments
In addition, remember to wear a mask or facial covering to protect yourself and others, maintain six feet of social distancing, avoid group gatherings of more than 10 people, and stay at home if you are sick. In addition, wash your hands frequently; use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol; avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth; avoid close contact with people who are sick; cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze; and clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. For more information about steps you can take to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, visitbit.ly/3acut6g.
FLIFF Drive-In Cinema at Pier 66 Presents Hairspray Sing Along Tomorrow, July 31
On Friday, July 31 at 8:30 p.m., the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF) Drive-In Cinema at Pier 66 will present a screening of the sing along version of Hairspray, a 2007 musical romantic comedy that tells the story of teenager Tracy Turnblad, who teaches 1962 Baltimore a thing or two about integration after landing a spot on a local TV dance show. A 40-foot screen will be set up in the open green space located at the corner of SE 17 Street and Harbour Inlet Drive across from the hotel. Admission is $30 per vehicle and tickets must be purchased in advance at FLIFF.com. Entry into the parking area will begin at 7 p.m. with all vehicles positioned in place by 8:15 p.m. Popcorn and beverages will be available for purchase on-site. Anyone exiting their vehicle must wear a facial covering. The series is sponsored by Ed Morse Automotive Group; hosted by Pier 66; presented by FLIFF and Twilight Features; and co-sponsored by Riverwalk; Film, Music, Fashion & Create; and the Broward Cultural Division. For details, visit FLIFF.com.
Avoid the Three Cs to Help Slow the Spread
The City of Fort Lauderdale and the Florida Department of Health remind everyone to protect themselves and others by avoiding the Three Cs: Closed Spaces, Crowded Places, and Close-Contact Settings and by wearing a mask in public:
- Closed Spaces. Avoid closed spaces with poor ventilation that could allow contagious droplets to linger in the air.
- Crowded Places. Avoid crowded places with many people nearby; the greater the number of individuals in an area, the greater the chances of COVID-19 spreading from person-to-person.
- Close-Contact Settings. Avoid close-range conversations and stay at least six-feet from others.
In addition to avoiding the three Cs and wearing facial coverings in all public spaces, individuals should continue to practice social distancing by staying at least six-feet away from others; stay home when sick or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms; clean and disinfect countertops and frequently used surfaces often; and wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds (or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol). For additional prevention tips, visit www.floridahealthcovid19.gov/prevention.
For Additional Information
For additional information regarding Coronavirus, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) recommended protective measures, please visit:
Ways to Stay in Touch
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers numerous ways for neighbors to receive important information and updates:
· If you live in Fort Lauderdale, join Nextdoor
· Contact our 24-hour Customer Service Center at 954-828-8000
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