Derby Town Clerk: City Hall, Library closed today after positive COVID test results

From Town/City Clerk Marc Garofalo:

"Due to two staff members testing positive, others awaiting test results, and other possible exposure to COVID-19, Derby City Hall and Derby Public Library will be closed to the public on Monday November 16, 2020 to sanitize, await test results, and conduct contact tracing.

 

"Staff will be working remotely and checking voice mail and emails throughout the day.

 

"For online services, please visit www.derbyct.gov

 

"For other in person business, please utilize the drop-box located on the Parking Lot Side of the building to the right of the entry door.

 

The Town Clerk’s Office will be available to Funeral Homes and will process land records received via mail or in the drop box.  Please email for quickest response.

 

"We regret any inconvenience but want our staff, customers, and volunteers to be safe.

 

"We appreciate your patience and understanding during this difficult time."

 

St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank in Derby to hold Thanksgiving Drive-by Food Drive

Shared from a Facebook page: 

"Our 5th annual for-Thanksgiving food drive, moved to our own premises due to COVID. Contact-free but very impactful! 

"The need is at an all-time high for so many of our Valley neighbors. Please help us help them!"

Derby Public Library offers smart car features for older drivers program via Zoom

DERBY - Derby Public Library will host Smart Car Features for Older Drivers, an AAA Lunch and Learn program, from 11 a.m.-noon Dec. 10.

Looking for a new car? Check out features for safety, ergonomics, and comfort to help you remain mobile and safe on the roads. 

Register here https://bit.ly/36vjghi to receive the Zoom link and password.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

Enjoying the clouds on a peaceful morning.

Have a great Sunday!

United Methodist Homes to host webinar on connecting with loved ones

 

Rochelle offers information on CT Cares Small Business Grant Program

Small businesses and nonprofits impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can now apply for a one-time $5,000 grant through the Connecticut CARES Small Business Grant Program. The program began accepting applications as of yesterday [Thursday] at 8 p.m. Funding is expected to go quickly, so please apply as soon as possible. What documents are needed to complete the application? The goal of the CT CARES grant application is to be straightforward and easy. It is not a loan that needs to be paid back. All approved applicants will receive funding by December 30, 2020. Minimally applicants will need, if applicable: Social Security number Federal EIN number State TAX ID number Bank Routing Number Answers to frequently asked questions are available here. Click here for additional information about the program, including funding priorities, full eligibility guidelines, and office hours for applicants to access assistance with the application process. This is shared from a press release from state Rep. Kara Rochelle, D-Ansonia/Derby.

Recuperation journey: Hark! a hawk

Taken this morning through the window. He  was hanging out in the neighbor's tree and truth be told I needed to enlarge the photo quite a bit. 

No fancy equipment but I try! Enjoy your Saturday!