Last update: 2/2/22
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City of Cordova
COVID-19 Dashboard
Welcome to the official COVID-19 Response page for the City of Cordova, Alaska. This site is your local resource to help you become EDUCATED and READY.
Have fever, cough, Shortness of breath?
Call a healthcare provider.
Emergencies 911
Health Care Providers in Cordova
Cordova Community Medical Center
(907) 424-8000
Ilanka Community Health Center
(907) 424-3622
Rules for Everyone
1. Social distance
2. Wear a mask in public when you cannot social distance
3. Wash your hands
4. Disinfect surfaces
5. Stay home if you can
6. Monitor for Illness
Stop the spread of rumors
•Look for professional, information that is supported by multiple professional sources.
•Use factcheck.org, politifact.com or snopes.com to check out truthfulness.
•Ask for the source of information that is shared with you.
•Protect yourself by washing your hands, wearing a mask, cleaning frequently touched surfaces
NEWS AND RULES
COVID-19 News
City Website to be Used for COVID-Posts Going Forward
Please see the City website for COVID-related press releases and public notices going forward. These are accessed mostly easily by scrolling down on the homepage
Chamber of Commerce Covid-19 Vaccine Raffle Registration
Cordova Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a new vaccination incentive program in Cordova, made possible by a grant from Alaska Chamber and the
Dashboard Updates and Testing Hours to Decrease
Beginning next week, positive test results and vaccine numbers will be reported to the community on Fridays only unless there is an event that warrants
When Should You Get a COVID-19 Test?
When returning from travel, testing is recommended 5 days after arrival. When you have been contacted by someone doing contact tracing. When you have symptoms.
Travel-Related Positive
A travel-related resident COVID-19 case was identified yesterday, raising Cordova’s active case count to four.
Additional Positive Case
A positive resident COVID-19 case was identified yesterday, raising Cordova’s active case count to four.
STAY UP TO DATE
Keeping Cordova Informed
Cordova Community covid 19 and vaccination forum - Wednesday,September 8th @ 5pm
The City of Cordova will be hosting a community meeting with guest speakers Dr. Anne Zink the State of Alaska Chief Medical Advisor, Dr.Coleman Cutchins DHSS Pharmacist/State Testing Lead and Dr.Hannah Sanders Local Medical Advisor This meeting is an open conversation regarding the status of COVID-19 within the State of Alaska and will include updates on testing and vaccination. There will be a period set aside for community-oriented questions. To join this meeting on ZOOM preregister HERE.
Radio announcements
Regular times for COVID 19 radio announcements will be 1pm, 5pm and 8pm as needed.
The City of Cordova will provide updates on KCDV-FM 100.9 and KLAM-AM 1450 during times of high COVID activity. The programs include frequently asked questions and answers; as well as pertinent local, state and federal updates on COVID-19 status and planning. The announcements broadcast three times per day when recorded and are archived on the radio’s YouTube channel.
city council meetings
Noon on Wednesdays
The City Council will hold special COVID-19 meetings at noon on Wednesdays as needed specifically to address the City's response. Listen live or find archived files on the city’s YouTube page.
Email updates
Fridays
Receive Cordova Conversation emails delivered to your inbox each Friday. Weekly e-newsletter includes COVID-19 updates. Subscribe here.
facebook
Updated regularly
Follow updates, guidelines, tips and local resources with Cordova Prepared on Facebook. Signal boost our messaging by sharing and using hashtags #CordovaStrong and #StandTogetherByStandingApart.
TRANSLATIONS AVAILABLE
All City signage is COVID-19 are translated into Spanish and Tagalog. The City will work with processors to ensure translations of key information are available in all needed languages to keep their employees informed of COVID-19 mandates, guidelines and developments. All content on this website is translatable through Google Translate by clicking on the icon in the upper right corner of this page.
STATE AND NATIONAL RESOURCES
COVID-19 Resources
Alaska & National Resources
State of Alaska COVID-19 Information
Information about how to keep yourself and your family healthy.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The CDC leads the U.S. response to coronavirus.
Coronavirus.gov
A webpage developed by the White House, CDC & FEMA to provide information, news & resources.
Alaska Travel Portal
State of Alaska information for individuals traveling to or from Alaska.
cordova COVID-19 resources
Cordova Emergency COVID-19 Rules
Emergency rules and procedures in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Health Advisory Plan
This plan outlines the City's response to COVID-19 and how it will adjust to changing conditions during the pandemic.
Mutual Aid Agreement
Businesses and Vessels must complete a Mutual Aid Agreement with the City of Cordova.
Cloth Masks
Face coverings are required in public. Submit a request for a locally made face covering.
Bidarki Rec Center Operational Plan
The Bidarki Recreation Center will operate limited services. Patrons must follow additional safety precautions outlined in plan.
Volunteer Interest
If you would like to donate your time or services to support the city's COVID-19 response, please let us know.
PREVENTING COVID-19
Slow the Spread
1
Get Vaccinated! Vaccination provides an extra level of protection for yourself and puts our community and our country one step closer to herd immunity!!
Click here for the local digital vaccination form!
All individuals 12 years of age and up are eligible for vaccination. If you have received one dose in a two dose vaccination series please leave the name of the vaccine and the date of the first dose in the comment section on the form. Once the form is submitted a member of the Cordova Vaccination team will call to schedule your vaccination.
2
Wear a mask in public spaces and when 6ft of distance cannot be kept with members outside of your house hold or “bubble.” Masking protects you and those around you who may be more vulnerable.
3
Strict social distance should be kept whenever possible when socializing with members outside of your household or social bubble.
4
Stay situationally aware of State and Local Alert levels and be prepared to make COVID safe choices that reflect the level of your concern. Click here for CDC guidelines on how to protect yourself and others.
WHAT TO DO
If You Are Sick
CALL BEFORE Seeking Care
If you have flu-like illness or respiratory symptoms, call your medical provider who will evaluate and recommend next steps.
You may be tested if you have:
ONE of the following symptoms:
- dry cough
- persistent fever that stays above 100.3F
- and/or shortness of breath
or TWO OR MORE of the following symptoms:
- chills
- diminished sense of taste or smell
- diarrhea
- fatigue
- fever
- headache
- muscle/joint aches
- nausea
- rigors
- runny nose
- sore throat
- sputum production
- dermatological changes
Please call ahead before coming into a medical facility (this applies to emergency room and clinic visits).
Cordova Medical Facilities
- Cordova Community Medical Center – (907) 424-8200
- Ilanka Community Health Center – (907) 424-3622
