Dear Tenants,                                                          May 9, 2020

        Very disturbing news has been developing regarding the fact that the COVID-19 virus could have delayed effects in young children (toddler & elementary). Hospitals in New York City have reported 73 illnesses that are related to the virus but not the same symptoms. This goes to show that we should not only look at keeping our population safe during this pandemic, but it is vital that we keep everyone safe. Research is being done to see whether or not we should watch our younger population as we move forward.

        On another note, I have been working with the Oneida County Health Department in order to formulize a way to provide testing within our local community. There are currently specific sites that are open for testing, but in my opinion standing with a bunch of people who may be COVID positive is not a good way to provide testing. It would put vulnerable populations in more danger rather than help them since cases in Oneida County are still rising significantly (17 today). Therefore, I will keep you all apprised of any new developments regarding testing and if “outpatient” testing becomes available if anyone were interested. In the meantime, we will keep doing what we are doing!

Stay safe & healthy,

Dominick M. Manfredo

Executive Director / CEO