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Hello reader!
Read on for an update from the Library.
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Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases, Health Commissioner Sigalle Reiss announces that the Town of Brookline is reinstating a mask requirement in town-owned buildings where the public gathers such as the Library, Senior Center, and Public Schools, effective Monday May 23rd. This is envisioned to be a temporary measure and data will be re-evaluated on a weekly basis.
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“We consistently look at COVID-19 data trends and hope this is a short term requirement following CDC guidance for counties designated as high risk. The Department will lift the mask requirement once Norfolk County drops to the CDC moderate or low COVID-19 risk levels or Brookline specific data suggests that we are no longer in a surge.” said Reiss.
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Although this public health order only covers public gatherings in town-owned properties, businesses and other facilities can still require masks and Brookline continues to recommend masks in all other public spaces. The Commissioner is encouraging private businesses such as grocery stores to offer times when masks are required so that seniors and medically vulnerable residents can shop at lower risk.
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In addition, the Health Department continues to offer free COVID-19 antigen test kits. Distribution will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12PM - 3PM while supplies last. Residents and employees of Brookline businesses may pick up test kits at the Brookline Health Department, 11 Pierce St., Brookline, MA during distribution hours.
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On behalf of the Health Department, the Commissioner wants to thank the entire Brookline community for all their efforts to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 throughout the pandemic.
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For members of our Library community, this means that beginning Monday, May 23rd, all patrons over 2 years of age must wear a mask or face covering over their nose and mouth, regardless of vaccination or testing status. Thank you for helping our community's efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
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