Cecil County Government: Cecil County Novel Coronavirus Updates - June 9, 2021

Press release from Cecil County Government:

06/09/2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 9, 2021

Elkton, MD- Since June 3, 2021, there have been 6 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Cecil County and 1 COVID-19-related death in Cecil County. Additionally, there have been 27 cases released from isolation.

Since March, 2020, as reported by the Cecil County Health Department, there have been 6,343 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Cecil County, and 5,913 of those confirmed cases have been released from isolation. There have been 149 COVID-19-related deaths in Cecil County. Cecil County’s seven-day positivity rate is 0.88%.

Cecil County Health Department

COVID-19 Vaccine

The Health Department is encouraging everyone in Cecil County eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine to obtain one as soon as possible. These vaccines are proven, safe, and effective. This tool is helping us return to normal and saving lives. If you are still seeking a vaccine or have questions, we are here to help. Call 410-996- 1005 or schedule online at https://cecilcountyhealth.org/coronavirus/vaccination/. 

To search for vaccine availability near you, visit https://www.vaccines.gov/search/.

Vaccination Progress (Total Population):

• 40,213 have received at least one dose (39.09%)
• 34,597 are fully vaccinated (33.64%)

For more information on COVID-19 vaccines, please

visit: https://covidlink.maryland.gov/content/vaccine/ and http://cecilcountyhealth.org/. 

Testing

At-home COVID-19 saliva test kits are available for pick-up at the Health Department Monday- Friday, from 8 AM- 5PM. The kits are effective and easy to use. Please call 410-996-1005 during business hours or fill out an online request form to request a kit.

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Other important links for Cecil County agencies, relating to COVID-19:

• Cecil College
• Cecil County Animal Services Adopt or foster your new best friend today. Contact CCAS for details! Donations welcome!
• Cecil County Chamber of Commerce
• Cecil County Council
• Cecil County Circuit Court
• Cecil County Election Office
• Cecil County Department of Emergency Services In the event of a true emergency, please dial 911.
• Cecil County Government
• Cecil County Finance
• Cecil County Health Department Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Call Line: 410-996-1005
• Cecil County Help Center
• Cecil County Housing Office
• Cecil County Land Use & Development Services (incl. Permitting Office)
• Cecil County Office of Economic Development
• Cecil County Parks & Recreation
• Cecil County Public Library
• Cecil County Public Schools
• Cecil County Sheriff’s Office In the event of a true emergency, please dial 911.
• Cecil Soil Conservation District
• Cecil Transit
• Christiana Care, Union Hospital
• Office of the State’s Attorney for Cecil County
• Register of Wills, Cecil County
• Susquehanna Workforce Network Get help with COVID-19 related job loss, sharpening your resume, finding employment, and more!
• University of Maryland Extension, Cecil County
• Aberdeen Proving Ground
• Department of Social Services
  • Food Referral: To make a food referral please call Nicole at 443-986-3548 from 8-4:30PM, Monday-Friday.  Emergency food referrals will be available for pick up at the Help Center from 9-AM-4:00 PM, Monday-Friday.

  • To reach the Cecil County Department of Social Services please use the main number 410-996-0100 and select from the following options:

Press option 1 for Food Stamps, Cash Assistance, and Medical Assistance

Press option 2 for Child Support

Press option 3 to make a report of child or adult abuse or neglect Monday-Friday 8AM to 5PM.  After hours, please call 410-996-5350. – In the event of a true emergency, please dial 911.

Press option 4 to reach Domestic Violence/Rape Crisis Center

Press option 5 to reach utility and/or heating assistance

Press option 6 for Purchase of Care

Press option 0 to reach a live operator 

• Food Programs & Services in Cecil County For those in need of food services throughout Cecil County, please see our Food Programs & Services in Cecil County. If you are a food provider for those in need in Cecil County, and you are not on the list, or if your information is not correct, please email Rebekah Corle at rcorle@ccgov.org.

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Please visit your local municipality's website, and/or social media pages, for information specific to your town:

Please visit your local municipality's website, and/or social media pages, for information specific to your town:

• Cecilton
• Charlestown
• Chesapeake City
• Elkton
• North East
• Port Deposit
• Rising Sun
• Perryville

To stay current on developments regarding the Novel Coronavirus, visit the following state and federal websites:

To stay current on developments regarding the Novel Coronavirus, visit the following state and federal websites:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Maryland Department of Health
• The Office of Governor Hogan
• Johns Hopkins University & Medicine Coronavirus Resource Center

• Public access to County work sites is limited to appointment only, with as much business as possible being conducted electronically or by telephone.

The vestibule at the Administration Building remains open from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, to allow for drop-off and pick-ups for Permits, Finance, Housing, Purchasing, Land Use, and Public Works. Please make sure your documents are clearly marked with name/organization and contact information.

• All Cecil County Solid Waste Management Division facilities are open for normal operations. This includes the Central Landfill, Woodlawn, and Stemmers Run Transfer Stations.

In addition, citizens are reminded that they can access the www.ccgov.org website and follow us on social media to obtain further information and direction on items of interest. 

In early March 2020, the Cecil County COVID-19 Joint Information Center (JIC) was formed as a means to provide consolidated and thorough information to the citizens of Cecil County. The JIC is comprised of more than 30 public information officials and communication leads for agencies throughout the county.

Please contact your local agencies with specific questions or inquiries. COVID-19 statistics for Maryland and Cecil County can be viewed at https://coronavirus.maryland.gov/.

Media Contact:

Kevin Alkinburg

This press release was produced by Cecil County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.