The City of Cleveland continues to take numerous precautions across multiple departments and divisions amid increasing cases of coronavirus (COVID-19). Mayor Frank G. Jackson has extended the Proclamation of Civil Emergency through April 30, 2020. Click here to view the mayor’s declaration.
Essential services such as Police, Fire, EMS, waste collection and Utilities are operational.
Read the mayor’s latest newsletter and listen to his April 24 press teleconference
4 New Cases of Coronavirus in Cleveland, Two New Fatalities
The Cleveland Department of Public Health has been notified of 4 more confirmed test results for coronavirus in residents of the city. The department has also been notified of two new fatalities. The patients were both female, one in her 90’s and one in her 70’s. This brings the total to 575 confirmed cases in the City of Cleveland and 26 fatalities, ranging from less than one year to their 90’s. The new cases include males and females, whose ages range from their 20’s to their 50’s. CDPH is working to identify any close contacts of these residents who would require testing or monitoring for symptoms of COVID-19.
UPDATE: There was one fatality on 4/25/20. The patient was a male in his 70’s.
As of today, there are more than 15,360 confirmed cases and 687 fatalities in the State of Ohio. There are more than 957,000 confirmed cases and 54,000 deaths in the United States.
The City of Cleveland COVID-19 Dashboard displays the most recent preliminary data from the Ohio Department of Health about COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, deaths and recoveries in Cleveland by selected demographics. Data is updated daily. View the interactive map here.
View the Cuyahoga County Department of Public Health’s map showing the confirmed cases by zip code throughout Cuyahoga County. The County releases an updated map each Friday.
In order to protect the individuals’ privacy, the Cleveland Department of Public Health will not be releasing any additional demographic information related to any COVID-19 cases aside from age range and gender.
Absentee Voter Deadline is April 28
Citizens are reminded that absentee voter ballots must be postmarked by April 27. Individuals with disabilities and those who do not have a home mailing address may vote in person at their local board on April 28. View Instructions on How to vote by mail in the Presidential Primary.
Reminder: May Bulk Pick-Up is Suspended in Order to Adhere to Social Distancing
· The City of Cleveland has suspended May bulk pick up to protect the workers providing this service. Using automated waste collection vehicles reduces the exposure to COVID-19 which can remain on various surfaces for a long period of time. Additionally, social distancing for the safety of crews becomes possible with reducing crew size down to just one driver in many instances. Residents may drop off their items at the Ridge Road Station at 3727 Ridge Road.
· Proper Set-Out Reminder: Yard waste will still be collected. The City of Cleveland requires all solid waste bagged and in City of Cleveland supplied Black waste containers. Recycling material must be clean and loose in the City of Cleveland provided Blue container. All material must fit within your City of Cleveland provided containers. Please do not sit loose waste outside of the city provided containers.
· All eligible residences received waste and recycle containers. If they do not have one, they need to report it stolen, then call waste collection at 216-664-3711. They will provide guidance on how to obtain service and avoid a citation until a new container is obtained.
Reminder: Economic Development Resources for Cleveland Businesses
Mayor Jackson and the City have established an emergency working capital fund in order to help maintain the business community. View the summary and application here.
The City previously introduced legislation which was passed by Cleveland City Council allowing for a six-month deferral of payments on economic development loans issued by the City. The program authorizes the Director of Economic Development to defer payment on most loans and to seek the consent of lenders on other loans. View the State Updates section below for information on the federal CARES ACT.
- National Business Resources
- National Development Council Grow America Fund
- Congress recently provided additional lending capital to support the Payroll Protection Program. Businesses who applied previously and were denied or who are looking at applying should be aware of the availability of lending through the National Development Council’s Grow America Fund. Applications are available at https://NDConline.org/ppp
- Economic Impact Payments: The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service launch new tool to help non-filers register for Economic Impact Payments:
- Economic Impact Payment Information Center https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payment-information-center
- Get My Payment Frequently Asked Questions https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment-frequently-asked-questions
- How to Use the Tools on IRS.gov to Get Your Economic Impact Payment https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/how-to-use-the-tools-on-irsgov-to-get-your-economic-impact-payment
- Non-Filers: Enter Payment Info Here Tool Scenarios https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/non-filers-enter-payment-info-here-tool-scenarios
- CARES Act: The Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Department of Treasury have begun releasing the information that will guide the programs created through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. View SBA Loans. Clevelanders may also contact their local SBA office for more information.
County, State & Federal Updates and Reminders
- View the governor’s daily updates here
- National Guard Deployment: Governor Mike DeWine has called upon the Ohio National Guard to assist in the state’s response to COVID-19.
- CDC Guidelines on Masks: View the latest CDC guidelines regarding their recommendations to wear masks
- Tax Deadline Extension Reminder: : The Ohio house voted to extend the mail-in ballot period for the primary election to April 28 and extend the state’s income tax return deadline to July 15. The deadline is extended for local, state and federal returns. Request a ballot by calling 216-443-VOTE. View the bill summary with additional provisions here.
- Census: The 2020 Census is happening now. Visit www.2020census.gov
- Scams: IRS issues warning about Coronavirus-related scams; watch out for schemes tied to economic impact payments
Code Red
Sign up for CodeRED alerts to receive calls and emails from the administration with important info regarding Coronavirus. To sign up online, visit https://bit.ly/CLECodeRED, get mobile alerts by downloading the CodeRED app via the Apple or Google Play stores. Seniors who need assistance signing up are welcome to call the Department of Aging at 216-664-4383 for periodic phone call messaging.
Previous COVID-19 Updates from the City of Cleveland
- View Updates #1-22
- Update # 23 –April 1, 2020
- Update #24 – April 2, 2020
- Update # 25 – April 3, 2020
- Update # 26 – April 4, 2020
- Update #27 – April 5, 2020
- Update # 28 – April 6, 2020
- Update # 29 – April 7, 2020
- Update # 30 – April 8, 2020
- Update #31 – April 9, 2020
- Update # 32 – April 10, 2020
- Update # 33 – April 11, 2020
- Update # 34 – April 12, 2020
- Update # 35 – April 13, 2020
- Update # 36 – April 14, 2020
- Update #37 – April 15, 2020
- Update # 38 – April 16, 2020
- Update # 39 – April 17, 2020
- Update #40 – April 18, 2020
- Update #41 – April 19, 2020
- Update #42 – April 20, 2020
- Update # 43 – April 21, 2020
- Update # 44 – April 22, 2020
- Update # 45 – April 23, 2020
- Update # 46 – April 24, 2020
For more information about COVID-19, visit the following links:
