Governor Cuomo announced today New York’s revised strategy to deal with the next phase of COVID-19 infection.
The strategy calls for:
Erie County Areas Move to Orange Zones
Governor Cuomo announced today that several municipalities within Erie County are now designated as Orange Zones as part of the state’s Cluster Action Initiative. These designations require certain activities and operations to stop or scale down until further notice. Other municipalities in Erie and Niagara counties have been designated as Yellow Zones.
Erie County Areas Labeled Microcluster Yellow Zone
WNY took a step backward today in our collective response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In an Executive Order issued over the weekend, Governor Cuomo announced new quarantine mandates for those traveling to New York State, including state residents.
9/8/20 UPDATE:
The U.S. Department of Labor published guidance concerning eligibility for paid leave and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance related to the reopening of schools.
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President’s Executive Orders
As negotiations over another federal stimulus package have stalled on Capitol Hill, President Trump issued several Executive Orders over the weekend. The moves have a direct impact on both employers and employees, although the legality of the President’s actions is being challenged. As a result, much remains unclear.
The Partnership has officially been named an authorized Recertification Provider by the Society for Human Resource Management.
Employers know they play a critical role in helping prevent the spread of COVID-19 and keeping Buffalo Niagara’s economy moving forward.
UPDATE: WNY Cleared to Enter Phase 4 Tomorrow
Western New York has been approved to enter Phase 4 of reopening tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30th.
