Corona Virus Update #20 - April 13, 2020

To:        All residents
From:    Steve Dunn, First Selectman

BROOKFIELD HAS LOST TWO RESIDENTS TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS

It is with a very heavy heart that I confirm that Brookfield has lost a second resident, a male in his 70s, after losing a male in his 50s a couple of days ago.  The entire town sends our thoughts and prayers to both grieving families. Now, more than ever, it is critical that we continue to protect our neighbors by isolating ourselves and our families. Please, stay home unless absolutely necessary.

At this point in time, we have 95 confirmed cases of the virus, with seven hospitalized.

SCHOOLS CLOSED UNTIL MAY 20

The governor has declared that all schools will remain closed until at least May 20. We will inform you if this date changes.

BOARD OF FINANCE MEETING ON WEDNESDAY

The Board of Finance will meet virtually on Wednesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. to discuss the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The governor issued an executive order mandating that the board adopt a budget and set a mill rate for next year. The Board of Selectmen has extended, by 30 days, the date by which we must adopt a budget, in order to allow the Board of Finance as much time as possible to gather information that will assist them in this effort. The Board of Finance has until June 4 to adopt a budget and set the mill rate.

If you wish to participate in the meeting, please go to the town website, where details on how to join the meeting will be on the main page.