Businesses, Banks, Medical, and Misc.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

East Hampton is operating from their two Drive-Up lanes only, ATM open 24/7. No Lobby Access

• Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital's top priority is keeping patients, staff, visitors and the community safe.
  
  
• Our medical staff is highly trained at screening for and managing infectious diseases to limit the spread of a virus.
  
  
• There is currently enough personal protective equipment to meet the needs of every staff member coming into contact with a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patient.
  
  
• All patients with known respiratory issues are immediately provided a surgical face mask upon initial encounter and escorted into a room promptly. The mask provides cover over the nose and mouth to contain infectious droplets and the patient is physically separated from others.
  
  
• Our supply chain professionals are working diligently to secure additional supplies and substitutable items.
  
  
• Our infection prevention specialists and nursing leaders are providing necessary training and updates.
  
  
• Supplies of individual items of personal protective equipment can be expected to become strained as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve.

Mental Health Experts Boost Spirits and Provide Counseling

Unprecedented times require unprecedented efforts. They also can take a significant toll on our personal and mental health. Our Disaster Mental Health Team is busy working to bring us helpful ways to deal with the stress and anxiety we may be feeling during this time. They have created a Wellness Champions channel on Microsoft Teams. Starting this week, virtual support groups are being offered three times a day at 8 am, 12 pm, and 8 pm through the Virtual Support Groups Teams channel also on Microsoft Teams. Other support resources include daily live streaming meditations, virtual mass/prayers from our Chapel and inspirational messages of support which can be found on the Community Messages of Support channel. Dr. Adam Gonzalez, a licensed clinical psychologist and Director of Behavioral Health and Founding Director of the Mind Body Clinical Research Center at Stony Brook Medicine, is available to discuss this initiative.

Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Supplies of individual items of personal protective equipment can be expected to become strained as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. In anticipation of strained resources, Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital and Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital are using extension tubing so health care workers do not have to enter a patient’s room to monitor IV bags. Here are other innovative ways we’re addressing the potential shortage of PPE.

• Installing physical barriers (e.g., glass or plastic windows) at reception areas to limit contact between triage personnel and potentially infectious patients.

• SBUH is accepting iPad donations to provide telecommunication for our patients to connect with our medical staff.

• Elective surgeries and procedures have been postponed allowing PPE from those units to be deployed elsewhere.

Stony Brook Now Accepting Personal Protective Equipment Donations

In order to stay ahead of the demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) during the current coronavirus outbreak, Stony Brook University is hosting a donation drive, accepting donations in person and via mail.

Stony Brook University will be collecting donations of personal protective equipment (PPE), which will be given to Stony Brook University Hospital. The university is currently accepting PPE donations that include face shields, N95 3M 1860 masks, protective eyewear, goggles, disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer and other supplies required for staff safety. The PPE will then be distributed to medical personnel to use while interacting with patients who are suspected of and confirmed with coronavirus.

To donate items, please email COVID19donations@stonybrook.edu so that a drop-off time and location can be arranged.

Fundraiser for PPE Needs for SBUH Workers

Workers on the front lines at Stony Brook University Hospital have already received more gloves, gowns, N95 masks and a generator that sanitizes masks to reuse them thanks to donations to the Coronavirus Crisis Fund. The Della Pietra Family launched the fundraising challenge to raise $500,000 for critical COVID-19 supplies and treatments.

“Please accept their challenge. Help us purchase the supplies we need to protect and care for our community,” said Kenneth Kaushansky, MD, Senior VP of Health Sciences and Dean of the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University. “As I watch everyone come together during this difficult time, I have never been more proud to be a part of this incredible community.”

Donations can be made online with each being generously doubled by the Della Pietra Family.

40+ 3D PPE Face Shields Donated To iCREATE From Suffolk Libraries

• Ensuring ample staffing
• Identifying areas of the hospital that can accommodate additional beds (ICU and Medical-Surgical) to expand our capacity as demand increases
  Acquiring equipment, technology, supplies to accommodate a potential patient surge
  Identifying opportunities to identify, equip and staff additional testing locations
   
• It will take heroic action to see us through these challenging times and we are committed to doing everything that we possibly can to care for our communities.
   
• At this most difficult and challenging time, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital is committed to serving you and your family. Your friendship and generosity have helped ensure that our hospital has the resources and expertise to serve our East End communities.

Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you again for being a vital part of our Stony Brook Southampton Hospital family. If you would like to learn more or support our Hospital's efforts to serve our community please click here.

As donation items continue to pour in from the community in order to help healthcare providers working on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic, Stony Brook University Hospital is also accepting items that will help comfort our patients and enhance their experience while they are missing their loved ones and the comforts of home. These include puzzles, activity books, pens, colored pencils, sleep masks, aromatherapy, ear plugs and other quality of life items to make those hospitalized, as well as those caring for them, feel as at ease as possible.

Stony Brook is also continuing to accept donations of iPads for telehealth, medical supplies and other comfort care items such as gum, lip balm, tissues and snacks. 

Stony Brook Medicine has also established (631) 638-1320 as a coronavirus triage phone line for the community. Registered nurses are available to answer calls from 8 am to midnight, Monday through Friday. Callers will be evaluated and directed to the appropriate healthcare setting for assistance, as needed.

Where to go to seek care, and when:

• If you have been advised by your doctor to seek urgent medical care or you require evaluation by a medical professional, please go directly to Stony Brook University Hospital's Emergency Department (ED).

• From 11 am to 11 pm, patients driving to the ED entrance will be greeted and screened while in their vehicles. All patients will be evaluated by staff to determine the most appropriate care setting. This may include the main Emergency Department or the SB field ER at Stony Brook University's South P Lot. The goal of the triage service is to separate patients with cold and flu-like symptoms from others seeking emergent care, in order to provide all patients with a streamlined environment for care and treatment.

• Patients should not go to the Coronavirus patient triage in the South P Lot unless directed to do so by the Stony Brook Medicine Emergency Department staff.

Chuches/Synagogues/Temples

Community/Civic Organizations

East Hampton, Springs, Sag Harbor and Montauk Food Pantries Face Overwhelming Demand in Wake of COVID-19

The Clamshell Foundation and East End Cares have joined together with a volunteer contingent of year-round residents and second homeowners from across the East End in a community-wide effort to raise critically needed funds for emergency food supplies for local food pantries.

Christopher Barry, an EEC member who is spearheading the campaign with Kori Peters, President of the Clamshell Foundation, said “COVID-19 has left many in our community without jobs or alternate means of support. A rapidly growing number of the elderly, families and children are relying on local food pantries to survive during this time of uncertainty and challenge.  We hope, by asking for just a $5 donation, everyone will be able to join in.  Every dollar will go directly to provide emergency food to the East Hampton Food Pantry, Springs Food Pantry, Sag Harbor Food Pantry, and Montauk Food Pantry.”

Donations can be made on the home page of the Clamshell Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, at www.clamshellfoundation.org or by clicking on https://bit.ly/3dsdVKc.  All donations are tax deductible.

Barry, a resident of East Hampton and Manhattan and a finance executive for A + E Networks, added, “East End Cares is gratified to be collaborating with the Clamshell Foundation and such an incredible team of volunteers who came together from various disciplines to support the 5 FOR FOOD campaign. With the community behind us, I believe that we can fill these food pantries and the bellies and hearts of our neighbors in need.”

William Kalbacher, CEO of The Clamshell Foundation, said "We are so thankful for East End Cares. It is an honor to be working with them as we strive to make a difference in the community during this difficult time. Thank you to everyone who is helping others stay safe and healthy.”

Specifically, the following events and programs will NOT take place in April:

• Book in the Woods: Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth by Oliver Jeffers

• Saturday, April 4, 7-8:30 PM - Nearly Full Moon Walk

• Thursday, April 9, 2-3:30 PM - Kid's Spring Break Workshop: Signs of Spring

• Saturday, April 11, 10 AM-noon - Spring Shoreline Spruce Up

• Saturday, April 18, 1-3 PM - Earth Day: 50 years of Environmental Action

• Saturday, April 25, 10 AM-noon - Trail Day Stewardship Project

While we are optimistic that this will make a meaningful difference for New Yorkers, we are also alarmed by first-hand accounts reporting that in some cases, landlords and/or middlemen have ignored this moratorium, taken the law into their own hands and locked out tenants from their home.

As you are no doubt aware locking out tenants for any reason without a Court Order is illegal and classified as a criminal misdemeanor. To prevent further confusion and critically further lockouts, we ask:

• Are you willing to accept an order by phone?
• Are you willing to accept credit/debit card payment over the phone for an order?
• Are you willing to call Riverhead Town to advise that an order is ready for pick up?

The health and safety of our visitors, members, and staff remain the Suffolk County Historical Society's priority. Every day brings new developments related to the virus, and we understand that uncertainty can be unsettling. Our thoughts are with the entire Suffolk County and Long Island communities and with all who have been impacted by COVID-19.

During our closure, we invite the Long Island community to visit our website for updates and special offerings, including a free subscription to our historic Photo of the Week series and our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube content: www.SuffolkCountyHistoricalSociety.org

From all of us at the Suffolk County Historical Society Museum, thank you for your continued support through these uncertain times. Stay tuned, and stay safe!

To limit any potential exposure to the Coronavirus, we have suspended use of the shelter's kitchen where lunch and dinner are usually prepared daily. That's why we need your help!

To take care of meals for our clients, we have partnered with two food establishments to deliver lunch and dinner each day: Blue Moon Deli in Patchogue and the Yaphank Deli, both of whom are experiencing their own loss of business during this challenging time. (Dry, pre-packed breakfast is provided onsite.) They have agreed to share the load to provide these meals to the shelter at a reduced cost.

However, even at a reduced cost, this severely strains our financial resources. So, we are asking for your help with the cost of these delivered meals while the SCUV team helps these Veterans to remain safe through this crisis.

Please click the "Learn More" link below and choose one of the options to help our Veterans. Thank you in advance for your support.

Libraries

Theater/Events/Concerts/Social Events

Town & Federal Government Offices & Facilities

I hope this message finds you and your family safe and healthy.  As we continue to practice social distancing to flatten the curve and reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus, I wanted to share some information with you regarding the local spread of this virus, Brookhaven Town operations and resources you and your family may be able to use.  Much of this information, and more, is available on our website at BrookhavenNY.gov, on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @BrookhavenTown.  You can also Sign up for Brookhaven email and/or text message notifications pertaining to Coronavirus and Town emergencies.

The most important thing we can do as a community is to continue to shelter in place, practice social distancing and regularly wash our hands to prevent the spread of this virus.  Governor Cuomo has already cited this as the reason why the trajectory of new cases seems to be slowing from earlier projections.  If we all do our part, we can prevent its spread.  Unless a trip is absolutely necessary, please stay home.

In addition, please be aware of an increase in online fraud schemes related to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The FBI warns of fake CDC emails as well as “phishing” emails that ask people to verify personal information to receive economic stimulus checks, receive refund checks, fake testing kits, cures or vaccines, receive financial relief or make charitable contributions.  Please see the FBI warning posted on our website.

Brookhaven Town continues to operate, with a number of modifications put in place to ensure the health and safety of our residents and staff.  Most departments are operating by email, phone conferences and through drop-off facilities located in our lobby.  Our contact center continues to operate Monday-Friday from 9am – 4:30 pm to answer any questions you may have at 631-451-TOWN.

Brookhaven workers are continuing to assist our seniors and most vulnerable population during this crisis, delivering meals to homebound seniors and partnering with non-profit agencies to deliver food and other necessary items.

I hope you find the below information useful, and that your family remains safe and healthy.

Sincerely,

COVID-19 OVERVIEW:

• United States:  
  • Confirmed Cases: 82,404
• New York: 
  • Confirmed Cases: 37,802
• Suffolk County:  
  • Confirmed Cases: 2,735
• Brookhaven Town:
  • Confirmed Cases: 399

• playgrounds
• basketball courts
• tennis courts
• pickleball courts
• handball courts
• volleyball courts

• Building
• Planning
• Board of Zoning Appeals
• Assessor
• Parking Violations
• Fire Prevention

Brookhaven Town Clerk – The office is closed to the public. The only services that will be provided in person are marriage licenses and the filing of death certificates by licensed funeral directors.  These services will be provided by appointment only.  Please call 631-451-6920 for an appointment. All other requests should be completed by mail or online.

• New York has increased its testing capacity to 16,000 test per day.
• 30,000 retired doctors and healthcare workers have volunteered to support COVID 19 healthcare service needs.
• Suffolk County is predicting a peak in confirmed cases in 21 days from 3/25/20
• LIRR – Reduced their service schedule starting 3/26/20 by approximately 65%
• The food industry reports there are no interruptions in the food supply chain.
• Many food markets/stores are implementing designated shopping hours for seniors to encourage social distancing. 
• Vendors reported for price gouging are being forwarded for potential investigation.

• The following symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure: Fever, cough, shortness of breath.
• Seek medical care. Call ahead before you go to the doctor’s office or emergency room.
• Avoid close contact with others.
• Clean your hands often.
• Stay at home if you are sick.
• Clean & Disinfect for US Households with Suspected/Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019.

• New York State has established a phone number for testing appointments in the drive-thru test site 1-888-364-3065. 
• The Suffolk County Drive-Thru testing/swabbing site at Stony Brook is open from 7AM-7PM, 7 days/week. No walks up; by appointment only.
• To date, 8,453 tests have been completed

• Suffolk County is seeking donations of N-95 surgical masks, gloves and other medical supplies for hospital and emergency workers. Donations can be brought to the Suffolk County Fire Academy on Yaphank Ave. in Yaphank, or you can send an email regarding items to donate to Supply19@suffolkcountyny.gov

New York State (NYS) is seeking the items below. Visit the NYS website to learn more.

• Qualified Health Professionals
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as gloves, masks and gowns
• Companies to manufacture new products
• Donations of Goods, Services, and Space

The Riverhead drive-thru testing site is located at:
1149 Old Country Road
Riverhead, NY 11901

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m

Additional information on drive-thru testing at the Riverhead facility or other ProHEALTH services can be found on the
https://www.prohealthcare.com/about-us/insights/drive-thru-testing.html ProHEALTH website, here.

For questions on the coronavirus, please call the New York State Department of Health Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Hotline at 1-888-364-3065.  You can also visit their website for prevention tips and up-to-date information at:
https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home

Individuals interested in receiving e-mail updates on COVID-19 can sign up here: https://now.ny.gov/page/s/coronavirus-updates

Governor Cuomo’s order to suspend nonessential businesses goes into effect;   State Bans “Non-essential gatherings of any size”

All residents of East Hampton have been urged to stay at home and leave their houses only if absolutely necessary, as confirmed cases of coronavirus continue to rise.

NewYork City residents who have recently left the city should self-quarantine at home for 14 days, Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House coronavirus coordinator, said at a White House briefing on Tuesday, citing the increased number of virus cases across Long Island “that suggest people have left the city,” and expressing “deep concern” about the spread of the virus across the New York metro area.

New Yorkers who have left for other places need to make sure they are not “seeding” the rest of the United States, said Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

The number of confirmed cases in Suffolk County rose to 1,880 as of Monday afternoon, March 23, with 13 cases confirmed in East Hampton Town.

“I call on everyone to think of your neighbors and your families, and protect your own health as well as others' by remaining at home for at least 14 days,” said East Hampton Town Supervisor Peter Van Scoyoc.  “Nothing is more important at this time than doing everything we can to ‘flatten the curve’ and slow the spread of coronavirus to prevent our health care system from being overwhelmed.”

According to N.Y.S. Governor Cuomo, the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in New York State is doubling approximately every three days. The availability of tests is still limited, and the number of cases is expected to increase significantly as testing increases.

By executive order on Monday, Governor Cuomo declared that, throughout the state, “non-essential gatherings of individuals of any size for any reason (e.g. parties, celebrations or other social events) are canceled or postponed at this time.”

Social distancing should be practiced immediately, as slowing the peak of the COVID-19 virus is crucial over the next few weeks. The virus can linger in the air and on surfaces, so frequent disinfecting and hand washing is also crucial.

“As testing for the coronavirus has been limited, we must assume that the infection is much more widespread than has been confirmed so far,” said East Hampton Town Supervisor Peter Van Scoyoc. “The safest course of action is to assume that you, and others you may come into contact with, may have the virus, and to stay away from others.”

Because of this, staffing levels at East Hampton Town departments continue to be reduced, in some cases potentially to an all-remote workforce, while maintaining the minimum services necessary for town government to function.

Errands, such as food shopping, should be limited. Supervisor Van Scoyoc assured that, while there may be temporary shortages of items in high demand, food supplies are secure and local stores are being regularly restocked.  All have been asked to limit their purchases of high-demand items.

As of Sunday night, March 22, all nonessential businesses across New York State have been ordered closed by Governor Andrew Cuomo. No business should be operating unless included on the state’s list of “essential businesses,” posted at https://esd.ny.gov

NON-EMERGENCY JOBS DEEMED NONESSENTIAL AND MUST HALT

Decision follows letter to Governor by Supervisor Van Scoyoc seeking a halt to "business as usual" on projects in East Hampton Town; Supervisor expressed concern for residents as workers continued to commute into town and to work in groups, enabling spread of virus

Jobs with only one worker/employee on site, and  projects on buildings "necessary to protect the health and safety of the occupants, or to continue a project if it would be unsafe to allow it to remain undone" are exempt from order and may continue

East Hampton Town Police and public safety officers began notifying construction companies engaged in projects within East Hampton Town after receiving notice of the Governor's decision on Friday.

In his March 26 letter to Governor Andrew Cuomo and New York State Health Commissioner Howard Zucker, Supervisor Van Scoyoc told the state officials that East Hampton residents have been alarmed to see activity continuing at construction sites despite a state order to refrain from gathering in groups, and in the face of recommendations by federal, state, county, and local officials that people should remain at home and away from others during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Supervisor asked Governor Cuomo to designate construction as a non-essential business and include it among those that have been halted, or to provide the local authority to make such a designation. Under, New York State executive order, local municipalities may not supersede any of Governor Cuomo's orders.

"I thank the Governor for his responsiveness and exceptional leadership during this extremely difficult time," said Supervisor Van Scoyoc.  "I will continue to work to insure, to the greatest extent possible, the health and safety of our residents."

The Governor's Executive Orders can be found at https://www.governor.ny.gov/executiveorders, and guidance regarding the essential and non-essential businesses order is at https://esd.ny.gov/guidance-executive-order-2026

For all questions related to New York guidelines please go to the NY Department Of Health website: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home

What You Need to Know

The Governor and Legislature have an agreement on a bill guaranteeing job protection and pay for New Yorkers who have been quarantined as a result of novel coronavirus.

The bill also includes the permanent comprehensive paid sick leave policy

Governor Cuomo signed an executive order directing all schools in New York to close by Wednesday, March 18 for two weeks ending April 1.

Casinos, gyms, theaters are closed until further notice.

Bars and restaurants are closed, but takeout can be ordered during the period of closure.

Strongly advise only services and businesses that are essential stay open after 8:00PM

All local governments must reduce their workforce by at least 50%. Non-essential state workers are working from home.

New York State is waiving all park fees in state, local and county parks.

Testing is free for all eligible New Yorkers as ordered by a health care provider.

Your local health department is your community contact for COVID-19 concerns.

Unsolicited Telemarketing Calls are Prohibited During Declared State of Emergency
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection is alerting businesses and consumers about State law related to telemarketing activity during a declared state of emergency. On December 18, 2019, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed into law a bill that prohibits unsolicited telemarketing sales calls to anyone in an area subject to a declared state of emergency.

The law, which went into effect immediately, makes it unlawful for any telemarketer doing business in New York to make an unsolicited telemarketing sales call to any person in a county, city, town or village under a declared state of emergency or disaster emergency. On March 7, 2020, Governor Cuomo declared a state of emergency relating to the novel coronavirus outbreak.

“During our current state of emergency related to the novel coronavirus, New Yorkers do not need to be burdened with intrusive telemarketing calls,” said Secretary of State Rossana Rosado. “Thanks to Governor Cuomo’s leadership with the passage of this law, New Yorkers will have more open lines of communication on their phones, which are critical during this time of social distancing.”

An “unsolicited telemarketing sales call” means “any telemarketing sales call other than a call made:

in response to an express written or verbal request by the customer; or
in connection with an established business relationship, which has not been terminated by either party, unless such customer has stated to the telemarketer that such customer no longer wishes to receive the telemarketing sales calls of such telemarketer.”
Businesses engaged in telemarketing activity in New York State should consult with their attorneys prior to engaging in unsolicited telemarketing sales calls in this state while the state of emergency remains in effect. Violating the new law can result in the imposition of thousands of dollars in civil penalties.

Any consumer who has received an unsolicited telemarketing sales call during this  declared state of emergency, is encouraged to report it at www.donotcall.gov or by calling 888-382-1222.  When reporting, be prepared to provide details about the call.

• All non-essential construction must shut down except emergency construction, (e.g. a project necessary to protect health and safety of the occupants, or to continue a project if it would be unsafe to allow to remain undone until it is safe to shut the site).
• Essential construction may continue and includes roads, bridges, transit facilities, utilities, hospitals or health care facilities, affordable housing, and homeless shelters. At every site, if essential or emergency non-essential construction, this includes maintaining social distance, including for purposes of elevators/meals/entry and exit. Sites that cannot maintain distance and safety best practices must close and enforcement will be provided by the state in coordination with the city/local governments. This will include fines of up to $10,000 per violation.
• For purposes of this section construction work does not include a single worker, who is the sole employee/worker on a job site.

Additionally, businesses can visit the New York State Empire State Development (ESD) website (here), which includes a FAQ page to offer information to regarding State regulations and general guidance related to COVID-19. Where there is a question as to what constitutes an essential business, ESD makes the determination. Businesses that have questions that are not answered by the FAQs can e-mail ESD directly by filling out this form. Requests by businesses to be designated an essential function can be made if they are NOT covered by the ESD guidance listed at the above link. To request designation as an essential business, businesses may complete this form or send the completed form to: covid19designations@esd.ny.gov .

The Riverhead Police Department asks any resident who is feeling ill, not respond in person to police headquarters. Instead, call 911 and disclose all health concerns and symptoms to enable officers to prepare and protect themselves and the community. While the Riverhead PD will REMAIN OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK, the department is encouraging people to only visit if critically necessary. Fingerprinting services will not be available. There will also be limited access to the lobby at Riverhead Police Headquarters, located at 210 Howell Avenue until further notice.

If you need to file a police report, there are still several options. Select incidents-including harassing communications, lost property, criminal mischief, non-criminal property damage, minor motor vehicle crashes, identity theft and some larcenies-can be reported via (631)727-4500.

Please keep in mind the following changes while awaiting the assigned officer:

When the department is experiencing high call volume and expects the need for our services to increase as the situation evolves. You may experience longer than normal wait times.

Officers have been directed to wear personal protective equipment-goggles, masks, gloves and protective gowns-in certain circumstances and to avoid entering buildings unless absolutely necessary. As such, you may be asked to meet the officer outside your home or business to report an incident.

We will continue to operate 24/7, but I am asking those who do not have true emergencies or that may be able to wait for a response call our dispatch center at 631-725-0058. The dispatcher will take your name and phone number and ask you the nature of your call. One of the on duty police officers will return your call in a timely manner and assess the situation. This is only for non-emergency situations. If you have a true emergency and require the police, ambulance or fire dept., call 911.

We are going to suspend all non-essential functions, i.e. impound releases, report requests and non-criminal fingerprinting until further notice. This is not how I like us to serve our community, however, in an attempt to limit person to person contact, I feel this is the safest way to police at this time. If there are any questions, I can be reached at 631-725-0247 during normal business hours or at amcguire@sagharborny.gov. Thank you to everyone for your understanding.

Eligibility for Economic Injury Disaster Loans is based on the financial impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The interest rate is 3.75 percent for small businesses. The interest rate for private non-profit organizations is 2.75 percent. SBA offers loans with long-term repayments in order to keep payments affordable, up to a maximum of 30 years and are available to entities without the financial ability to offset the adverse impact without hardship.

Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.  Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov  for more information on SBA disaster assistance. Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing may call (800) 877-8339. For complete details on SBA, visit www.sba.gov.

The Southampton Town Police Department will institute telephone reporting for specific non-emergency incidents effective Tuesday, March 24, 2020.

To file a Police Report by telephone, the incident must meet the following criteria:
- The incident is NOT an emergency
- The incident is NOT school related
- There are NO firearms/Weapons involved in the incident
- The incident is NOT occurring now
- This is NOT related to any Domestic Violence or Domestic incident
- There are NO threats of physical violence
- There are NO injuries
- This incident did not happen because of your race, color, nation origin, ancestry, gender, religion, religious practice, age, disability, or sexual orientation
- The Incident occurred within Southampton Town
- The did not occur on Sunrise Highway
- You must have an email address

Types of Crime Reports that can be filed by Telephone:
- Harassing Communications: Any person who repeatedly, with the intent to annoy, telephones or make contact by means of an electronic communication. For example, immediate hang-ups, obscene language, emails, text messages with no known suspects.
- Lost Property: Personal property that was unintentionally left by its true owner. For example, property left in a restaurant, in a shopping cart, on a sidewalk, or in a public place.
- Criminal Mischief/Vandalism: Any person, who maliciously damages, destroys or defaces the property of another person. For example, knocking over a mailbox, spray painting a wall, or throwing a rock through a window.
- Non-Criminal Property Damage: Any property that has been damaged through either unknown or non-criminal means. For example, you drop your cell phone, there is damage to your car from unknown means (this does not apply to hit and run accidents; these require a police officer), a rock from the road strikes your windshield (this does not apply to a person intentionally throwing a rock at your car).
- Minor Traffic Accident: You were involved in a minor traffic accident with no injuries and the damage to your vehicle does not exceed $1000.
- Theft: When property is stolen but there has been no illegal entry or contact by the thief. Items stolen from your yard, driveway, vehicle or other common shared areas such as parking lots, apartment complexes, or other public places.
- Identity Theft: Someone obtains a credit card using your Social Security Number or obtains services using your personal information.

Residents Encouraged to Call 311 for more Information

Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone today announced the launch of the Suffolk Childcare Consortium, a free childcare program for first responders, medical professionals, transit workers and where space permits, other essential workers. The new program, which provides assistance to employees on the front line working to combat the COVID-19 outbreak, will be open Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Enrollment is on a first come first serve basis and will be limited based on space and staffing. Residents with any questions regarding the Suffolk Childcare Consortium should call Suffolk 311.

To qualify for the program, children must be between the grades of Pre-K to Grade 6. Throughout the day, children will be able to participate in a variety of activities, including completing their school's distance learning requirements.

A list of participating school districts and locations can be found below. Priority will be given to the families of the school district in which the program is held.

• Babylon School District -- Babylon Elementary School
• Commack School District -- Sawmill Intermediate School
• Connetquot School District - Cherokee Street Elementary School
• Deer Park School District - John F. Kennedy Intermediate School
• Harborfields School Districts - Thomas J. Lahey Elementary School
• Hauppauge School District -- Pines Elementary School
• Huntington School District -- Jefferson Primary School
• Lindenhurst School District -- Albany Avenue Elementary School
• Middle Country School District - Jericho Elementary School
• Miller Place School District -- Andrew Muller Primary School
• Northport School District -- Pulaski Road Elementary School
• Sachem School District-- Nokomis School Elementary School

The program, which is run by SCOPE Education Services, will be staffed by trained childcare professionals that have received clearance from the NYS Office of Children and Family Services. To ensure the health and safety of all students in attendance, children will receive a daily health check and the child's temperature will be checked daily prior to entering the site. Any child that has a fever and/or demonstrates any sign of illness will not be permitted to attend the program. ?Additionally, all guidelines regarding social distancing and limiting contact will be followed. Students will be kept in small groups of 10 or less, with one staff member. Visitors to the program will be prohibited, to help limit contact and exposure.

Any resident who is feeling ill is requested to not respond to a precinct or police headquarter and instead call 911 and disclose all health concerns and symptoms to enable officers to prepare and protect themselves and the community.

Precincts will remain open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week but the department is encouraging people to not visit precincts unless critically necessary. Fingerprinting services will not be available.

There will be limited public access to the lobby at Suffolk County Police Headquarters, located at 30 Yaphank Ave. in Yaphank, until further notice.

Police reports can be filed multiple ways. Select incidents can be reported online at www.suffolkpd.org or via phone at 631-852-COPS.

Reports of crimes that can be filed online or via phone, in both English and Spanish, include harassing communications, lost property, criminal mischief, non-criminal property damage, minor motor vehicle crashes, identity theft and some larcenies.

If a report cannot be filled online or by telephone, an officer will be dispatched to your location. Keep in mind the following changes while awaiting the arrival of the assigned officers.

The department is experiencing high call volume and expects the need for our services to increase as the situation evolves. You may experience longer than normal wait times. Officers have been directed to wear personal protective equipment-goggles, masks, gloves and protective gowns- in certain circumstances and to avoid entering buildings unless absolutely necessary. As such, you may be asked to meet the officer outside your home or business to report an incident.

Reports and records, including incident reports, motor vehicle accident reports and background checks, can be requested online at www.suffolkpd.org. Motor vehicle accident reports may also be obtained at www.buycrash.com (additional fees apply on this website). If you do not have access to a computer, you may call 631-852-6015 and your request will be taken by a staff member and records will be furnished via U.S. mail along with a bill for any applicable fees. Reports/records CANNOT be obtained at precincts or other police facilities.

The Alarm Management Program will be closed until further notice. The present status of your alarm will remain the same. Extensions will be provided if your bill is due during this time.

"It is important for residents to have information regarding prevention, essential services, and government directives to prepare for daily life. The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office will compile as much information as possible into one location to meet the needs of Suffolk Countyresidents," said Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr.

To access the Coronavirus Information Page, visit www.SuffolkSheriff.com and click on the "Coronavirus Public Information" button in the center of the home page.Up-to-date information regarding Sheriff's Office Bureaus and the Correctional Facilities can be found at the Sheriff's Office website as well.

Transportation

On behalf of Hampton Jitney, please know that we did not make this decision lightly. We consider ourselves to be a vital link between NYC and the East End of Long Island, however, in the interest of the health and safety of our passengers and employees, we feel this is the best course of action.

Effective Friday morning, March 27^th , the South Fork Commuter Connection (SFCC) train and bus service will be suspended until further notice. The MTA/Long Island Rail Road has announced a reduction in their overall train schedule by 35%, due to a significant drop in ridership related to the Coronavirus situation.

Suffolk County Emergency Numbers