Item Coversheet
Brunswick County Board of Commissioners
ACTION AGENDA ITEM
AprilĀ 5, 2021

Action Item # VI. - 3.

From:
David Stanley, Deputy County Manager for Health and Human Services

Presentation - Health and Human Services - COVID-19 Update (David Stanley, Deputy County Manager for HHS)

Issue/Action Requested:
Request that the Board of Commissioners receive an update on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and vaccine availability.
Background/Purpose of Request:

Brunswick County continues to work with both private and public officials to navigate the pandemic and provide relevant information to our citizens.

As of March 29, 2021, there have been 8,607 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Brunswick County. Staff plans to present an update which will include the latest status and planning concerning the COVID-19 virus and vaccine efforts.

 

Vaccine supplies and vaccine providers have been increasing in Brunswick County. Individuals are encouraged to schedule first dose vaccine appointments at county clinics (as available) the following ways: 


Schedule online here (Community members will then need to answer questions and select the Brunswick location to schedule.)

Call the Public Health Call Line at 910.253.2339 (Open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Email: coronavirus@brunswickcountync.gov

 
Fiscal Impact:
Reviewed By Director of Fiscal Operations
Approved By County Attorney:
Yes
County Manager's Recommendation:
Recommend the Board of Commissioners receive an update on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and vaccine availability.