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NLC's COVID-19 Advice04-14-20 | Association News

NLC's COVID-19 Advice

Webinars, Legal Advocation

Joe Buscaino, the president of the National League of Cities put out this statement:

"This week has been harrowing for our country. It's been marked by a rising death toll, increased unemployment numbers, and a general feeling of uncertainty. 
  
"But as our community members circulate images of virtual Passover Seders, prepare to celebrate Easter and Ramadan using digital platforms, and share how and why they're staying home, we are reminded of the resilience of the people we serve. 
  

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"Life in our cities, towns, and villages may be different right now, but the strength and will of our people remain strong. It is in these moments that we reflect on why we were called to serve in the first place. 
  
"We will get through this. We will continue to fight for our residents. And if we work together, we'll come out from all this stronger than we were before." 

Here is a number of resources provided by NLC:

WEBINAR | During the Coronavirus Outbreak: Investing in Neighborhoods Where Young Children and Families Thrive | Wednesday, April 15, 2:00 PM ET
Join NLC and our city and community partners for a conversation on how cities are supporting the infrastructure in neighborhoods during times of business and school closures and increasing social isolation. Learn how city agencies and community partners are promoting public health, bolstering small businesses, and creating innovative new ways to foster community connection - all through the lens of young children and families. Register now.

Take Action: Co-Sponsor the Coronavirus Community Relief Act
A new House bill seeks to provide $250 billion in funding to all local governments, regardless of the community population. Reach out to your members of Congress to build bipartisan support for this measure to advance. Take Action Now.
  
City Economic Staff Weekly Call | Wednesdays 2 PM ET 
During the COVID-19 outbreak, NLC's City Innovation Ecosystems program is hosting a weekly conference call for economic staff to share information on small business relief and post-pandemic economic recovery. Register now
  
Florida League of Cities
City-Hospital Partnership Quickens Testing for Residents "A Guide for Setting Up a Testing Site"

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