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<p><strong>Coronavirus (COVID-19)</strong></p>
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<p><a href="[link removed]"><strong>CDC COVID-19 Factsheet</strong></a></p>
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<p>Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person or possibly by contact with a surface or object that has the virus on it, and then touching one&rsquo;s mouth, nose, or possibly eyes. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel (never-before seen) coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. The virus has since spread to several countries including the United States, with a number of cases reported in multiple states.</p>
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<p>City of&nbsp;Auburn officials have been working with organizational partners to monitor and take the necessary steps to prepare for COVID-19. A variety of key City officials are preparing for the possible spread of COVID-19 into our community. Preparing for such a scenario serves to strengthen any needed response to a localized outbreak of the virus if it occurs in the future.</p>
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<p>Continuity of City operations is a priority, so that the public can continue to be served in the time of a crisis, whether it&rsquo;s a response from our firefighters/paramedics, police, trash collection services, or providing critical information to residents and visitors, etc.&nbsp;The City Manager has approved the activation of our Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. We will continue to work closely with our county, state, and federal partners on this matter to be prepared as a precaution.</p>
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<p>In order to help slow the possible spread of COVID-19, in accordance with State of Maine guidelines, the City of Auburn has decided to cancel all events scheduled at City facilities for the next 30 days. Recreation programming, space rental and activities have also been suspended for the next 14 days.&nbsp; Non-essential City committee meetings may be cancelled or postponed. Please pay attention to this website for further information or sign up for e-alerts (above). <strong>The City will reassess this directive on an ongoing basis as the situation continues to evolve.</strong></p>
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<p>Residents are encouraged to take three main steps:</p>
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<p>The<strong> first</strong> is to be informed. The latest information can be found from the <a href="[link removed]">Maine CDC</a> and <a href="[link removed]">U.S. CDC</a>. The <strong>second</strong> step is to reduce your risk of getting/spreading the COVID-19 virus. This includes taking precautionary measures like a person would for a cold and the flu. Examples include staying home when you are sick, covering your cough and sneeze (into your arm), and practicing good hand washing with soap and hot water for at least 20 seconds. <strong>Finally</strong>, if you have questions or concerns, please dial 2-1-1 or go to their webpage: <a href="[link removed]">[link removed]</a></p>
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<p><strong>Online Services</strong><br /> Many services&nbsp;are available online. If you are not feeling well, please do not enter public buildings and consider taking advantage of the online services:</p>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="[link removed]">Look-up Bills and&nbsp;Pay Personal Property Taxes, Real Estate Taxes, and more</a></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="[link removed]">Request Absentee Ballot</a></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="[link removed]">License your Dog</a></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="[link removed]">Renew Vehicle &amp; Trailer Registration</a></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="[link removed]">Renew Boat Registration</a></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="[link removed]">Request Vital Record (Marriage, Birth, Death Record)</a></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="[link removed]">Obtain Hunting &amp; Fishing License</a></li>
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<p><strong>Resources&nbsp;</strong></p>
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<p><a href="[link removed]">To prepare your home</a></p>
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<p><a href="[link removed]">If You Are Sick</a></p>
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<p><a href="[link removed]">Maine CDC</a></p>
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<p><a href="[link removed]">U.S. CDC</a></p>
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