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COVID-19 Updates and Resources
The Town of Colonie will be re-opening all buildings to the public beginning March 29th, 2021.
The Town of Colonie continues to work with its partners at the town, county, state and federal levels to monitor the global outbreak, implement practices recommended to contain its spread and take steps to keep residents and Town employees healthy, safe and informed.
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Town and Community Updates
Town of Colonie buildings re-opening to the public
Beginning March 29th, 2021, the Town of Colonie will be re-opening all builidings to the public. Residents are required to wear a mask and adhere to COVID-19 social distancing measures.
Temporary Outdoor Seating Approval program for 2021
On March 25, the Colonie Town Board passed Resolution No. 142 of 2021 which authorizes a second season of the Temporary Outdoor Seating Approval Program. This was initially launched via a local emergency order by Town Supervisor Paula Mahan in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic that caused local restaurants to reduce indoor capacity. This second round provides restaurants with another opportunity to welcome guests to dine outdoors for a 6 month season or until New York State eliminates restrictions on indoor seating.
Applications are being accepted at this time. Businesses will be allowed to welcome guests to these temporary outdoor seating areas on April 15. A reduced fee of $150 applies for the application. Temporary outdoor seating approved under this program that will include the use of a tent will apply to the Building Department after approval for a tent permit; a reduced fee of $500 will apply for the entire 6 month period.
Questions about this program can be directed to the Planning and Economic Development Department at (518) 783-2741.
COVID-19 Vaccines
The State of New York has developed a plan to distribute safe COVID-19 vaccinations to all New York residents who want one. The plan establishes that all New Yorkers age 16 and older are eligible for vaccine beginning April 6th. Appointments are required to receive the vaccine.
Anybody who needs help registering for vaccine availability should reach out the New York State COVID-19 Vaccination Hotline at 1-833-NYS-4-VAX (1-833-697-4829).
COVID-19 Vaccine:
The State of New York has developed a plan to distribute safe COVID-19 vaccinations to all New York residents who want one. The plan establishes that all New Yorkers age 16 and older are eligible for vaccine beginning April 6th. Anybody who needs help registering for vaccine availability should reach out the New York State COVID-19 Vaccination Hotline at 1-833-NYS-4-VAX (1-833-697-4829).
COVID-19 Symptoms:
Common signs of infection include: fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties.
In some cases, infection can cause more severe symptoms, including pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.
COVID-19 Prevention:
We urge residents to take the following steps to protect you and your family from getting sick or spreading illness to others:
- Stay home.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Maintain six feet of distance between yourself and others when in public.
- Wear a cloth face covering in public settings as required by Governor Cuomo's executive order. Read more about this recommendation here.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.