Tuesday (3/24) Update: Crossroads & Coronavirus (resources)

ince I was unable to get the Monday post out on time, today’s official post will just include some community updates and links.

In Christ,

Pastor Mike

“Stay at Home” issued for Delaware County by Governor Wolf

In theory, this formal declaration doesn’t change much about how we’ve been living for the last week or so… It is important to note that not only are religious institutions exempt, but also many good deeds are still possible (like helping vulnerable people). And there is no restriction on getting groceries and medicine.

This is the official announcement from Delaware County alert system (follow the link to get helpful updates directly):

Gov. Wolf has issued “Stay at Home” orders to Delaware County to help stop the spread of COVID-19. The order takes effect at 8:00 PM on Monday, March 23, 2020, and will continue until April 6, 2020.  More details here: https://www.delcopa.gov/ich/pdfs/GovWolf_StayAtHome.pdf

Please help spread the word regarding this valuable information resource!    

https://www.delcopa.gov/delcoalert/delcoalert.html   

Sincerely,

Adrienne Marofsky

Public Information Officer
Delaware County 

GOOD DELAYS

The Federal government has extended the IRS tax deadline to July 15, 2020.  However if you will get a refund, your are encouraged to file so you get your refund as soon as possible. 

Many other government agencies are extending tax payment deadlines as well. For example, Upper Darby Township extended the deadline to receive the 2% discount on Municipal Taxes to April 30th). 

If you are having trouble paying bills, please check for extended deadlines AND let your pastors, elders, or deacons know.

SEPTA is offering refunds for those who couldn’t use some of their weekly or monthly passes because of the Coronavirus situation. See more information here: http://septa.org/pass-refund-info.html

OTHER RESOURCES

Federal Government health information: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Pennsylania State Government health information: Guide: Responding to COVID-19 in Pennsylvania

Delaware County Government health information: Resources on COVID-19 - Delaware County, Pennsylvania

Upper Darby Township: Upper Darby Township