A Letter From First Selectwoman Of Chester Lauren Gister

CHESTER, CT — First Selectwoman Lauren Gister address the community in regard to a state of of affairs:

"Dear Chester,

Thankfully, there is not much to report today. What a relief! Our infection rates in the region are still higher than they were previously, and just as with the national news, it is presumed to be a direct result of good weather, more socializing, and the higher contagion of the B.1.1.7 variant which is quickly becoming the dominant strain of the coronavirus. Chester's rates have come back down a bit, but we are still seeing the effects of positive cases on several of our local businesses who have had to close temporarily for quarantine and testing.

Although there is lower J&J vaccine availability at the moment and the appointments fluctuate from day to day, vaccines are generally very available.

If you would like help scheduling an appointment for a vaccine, please call my office at 860-526-0013 ext. 202 and leave a message referencing vaccination assistance with your name and phone number. A volunteer will contact you within a day or so and provide whatever help you need. It is our goal to continue to help residents obtain vaccinations until everyone who wants a vaccine gets one. Please do not hesitate to request assistance!

Be well,

Lauren"