Plymouth Announces Coronavirus Service Updates

PLYMOUTH, MA — Plymouth Town Manager Melissa Arrighi announced on Sunday that the town, through the public health and public safety staff, is working with the hospital to help establish a distinct location for coronavirus screening and potential testing purpose. The town has also activated the Emergency Operations Center for communications.

Plymouth Schools, the senior center, libraries, Memorial Hall and the youth center have all closed. But all other town services remain available. Attendance at public meetings should be limited, town services should be requested through phone or email, and those not feeling well are asked not to visit public places.

"We are doing everything possible to help in limiting the exposure and spread of this virus," Arrighi said. "We are available if you have any questions — please email me at marrighi@townhall.plymouth.ma.us."

Gov. Charlie Baker announced Saturday morning he is setting up a coronavirus command center that will direct the state's response to the fast-spreading pandemic. The command center will be led by the state Secretary of Health and Human Services Marylou Sudders.

The center will have "complete authority" regarding state resources to prevent the spread of and treat COVID-19. It will expand the state's testing testing capacity, allow the state to quickly respond to community needs and monitor the chain of health supplies.

The center will also coordinate across several branches of state government, including education and transportation, in order to help push back against virus.

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