COVID-19 Information and Updates
Indoor Mask Mandate in Effect
During the 12.6.21 Winooski City Council meeting, a COVID-19 indoor mask mandate resolution was unanimously passed. This mandate was extended during the 1.10.22 Winooski City Council meeting. All individuals in the City of Winooski shall wear face coverings while indoors at locations that are open to the public.
- View the approved resolution and details
- Download the mask mandate sign for your indoor public space
- Guide to Masks and COVID-19 (Vermont Department of Health)
- Your Guide to Masks (CDC)
- Wearing a Mask and Taking Care of it (Vermont Language Justice Project Videos)
- Need a mask? Community members can always grab a mask during their visit to the following municipal locations:
- Winooski City Hall (27 West Allen St)
- Winooski Memorial Library (32 Mallets Bay Ave)
- O’Brien Community Center (32 Mallets Bay Ave)
- Winooski Senior Center (123 Barlow St)
- Winooski Fire Department (120 Main St)
- Winooski Police Department (27 West Allen St)
Recently Asked and Answered Questions
- Is proof of vaccination acceptable in place of wearing a mask?
- No. Although vaccination reduces your likelihood of being hospitalized, vaccinated people can still be infected with and transmit COVID and should wear masks indoors. The City encourages all residents to get vaccinated (including boosters).
- Can restaurant customers take off their masks when they are waiting for a table?
- No, the resolution says that face coverings are not required “while eating or drinking inside any establishment that serves food or beverage.”
- Does the mandate apply to religious congregations?
- Yes, because they are places where the public gathers together.
- Does the mandate apply to banks?
- Yes, because they are public places and masks protect the customers and the employees.
- Does the mandate apply to indoor, common areas of multi-family buildings?
- Yes, because they are places where people from different households necessarily share space.
Questions? Call or email: 802 655 6410 / communications@winooskivt.gov
COVID-19 Vaccines
COVID-19 vaccination clinics remain open for people ages 5 and up. Please visit healthvermont.gov/myvaccine to schedule your appointment or find the next available pop-up opportunity.
COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 testing is available at the O’Brien Community Center (32 Malletts Bay Ave). Register for any time listed below at https://vermont.force.com/events/s/selfregistration (walk-ups are also welcome).
- Mon, Wed, Fri: 3 PM - 8 PM
- Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun: 9 AM - 2 PM
Video Updates
Indoor Mask Mandate in Effect
During the 12.6.21 Winooski City Council meeting, a COVID-19 indoor mask mandate resolution was unanimously passed. All individuals in the City of Winooski shall wear face coverings while indoors at locations that are open to the public. This rule is effective immediately and shall remain in effect for a period not to exceed 45 days following its initial adoption. The Council shall meet during the 45-day period in which this initial rule is in effect and vote either to rescind or extend for an additional 30 days.
- View the approved resolution and details
- Download the mask mandate sign for your indoor public space
- Guide to Masks and COVID-19 (Vermont Department of Health)
- Your Guide to Masks (CDC)
- Wearing a Mask and Taking Care of it (Vermont Language Justice Project Videos)
- Need a mask? Community members can always grab a mask during their visit to the following municipal locations:
- Winooski City Hall (27 West Allen St)
- Winooski Memorial Library (32 Mallets Bay Ave)
- O’Brien Community Center (32 Mallets Bay Ave)
- Winooski Senior Center (123 Barlow St)
- Winooski Fire Department (120 Main St)
- Winooski Police Department (27 West Allen St)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is proof of vaccination acceptable in place of wearing a mask?
- No. Although vaccination reduces your likelihood of being hospitalized, vaccinated people can still be infected with and transmit COVID and should wear masks indoors. The City encourages all residents to get vaccinated (including boosters).
- Can restaurant customers take off their masks when they are waiting for a table?
- No, the resolution says that face coverings are not required “while eating or drinking inside any establishment that serves food or beverage.”
- Does the mandate apply to religious congregations?
- Yes, because they are places where the public gathers together.
- Does the mandate apply to banks?
- Yes, because they are public places and masks protect the customers and the employees.
- Does the mandate apply to indoor, common areas of multi-family buildings?
- Yes, because they are places where people from different households necessarily share space.
Questions? Call or email: 802 655 6410 / communications@winooskivt.gov
Mask Resources
- Wearing face masks to keep COVID-19 from spreading
- Face coverings for children
- CDC’s guide to masks – how to choose, wear, store and wash masks
- Mask Resources
- Face Coverings for Children - To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, children ages 2 and older should wear a face-covering in settings where they cannot keep a distance of 6 feet away from others. We can help children understand how to protect one another and make face coverings part of our daily routine so that play, learning, and other activities can be as safe as possible.
- Guide to Masks and COVID-19
- I’ll Protect You, You Protect Me
- About Cloth Face Coverings
- Making Cloth Face Coverings
- Wearing Cloth Face Coverings
- Washing Cloth Face Coverings
- How to Safely Wear and Take Off a Cloth Face Covering
- Recommendations
- How to make your own cloth face-covering - Dr. Jerome Adams, U.S. Surgeon General
Signage
- Masks Required Poster
- Please Wear a Cloth Face Covering
- Workplace Safety Guidelines
- Restart Vermont Signage
Videos
- Masks: Why we Wear Them, How to Make/Take Care of Them
- PSA: Cover smart. Do your part. Slow the spread.
- PSA: Prevent COVID-19: Wear a Cloth Face Covering
- Vermont PBS: Why Masks Work
- New York Times: Masks Work
Business
- Agency of Commerce and Community Development
- Federal Assistance
- Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce
- Vermont Department of Health: Businesses and Employees
- Support Winooski Businesses
- Winooski Business Portal
- Winooski Small Business Loan Fund COVID-19 Relief Loans
Employment
- Department of Vermont Health Access Benefits
- Federal Stimulus and Tax Information
- Social Security Recipients
- Vermont Department of Labor
- VTDH: Businesses and Employees
- Vermont Health Connect
- Vermont Legal Aid Information and Resources
Family
Food
- 3SquaresVT
- Hunger Free Vermont
- Meals on Wheels
- Winooski School District Meals
- Winooski Food Shelf
- WIC
- Vermont Food Bank
Governor’s Office
Health/Safety
- Center for Disease Control
- VT Department of Health
- COVID Support VT
- UVM Health Network
- Vermont211.org or Dial 211
- Coping with COVID-19
- Substance Abuse Help
- Local Mental Health Support
- 802 488 7778 - select Winooski extension
Housing
Housing Assistance Programs
- Agency of Commerce and Community Development Housing Assistance Programs
- Vermont COVID Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program
- Vermont State Housing Authority Rental Housing Stabilization Program
Vermont Department of Health Information Pages
Other Pages, Signage, and Documents
- COVID-19 Prevention in Apartment Buildings
- CDC Guidance for Congregate Living Settings
- CDC’s Guidance on Disinfection for SARS-CoV-2
- EPA’s Approved Disinfectants for SARS-CoV-2
- CDC’s Guidance for Cleaning & Disinfecting Your Facility
- Tips for Large Households or Extended Families Living in the Same Space
- Stop the Spread of Germs (CDC)
- Keep Germs from Spreading (VDH)
- Proper Handwashing
- Signs & Symbols - A collection of signs and symbols to help communicate interactions.
- Social Distancing
School District
Seniors
- Age Well
- AARP
- CDC Guidance
- Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living
- Meals on Wheels
- Winooski Senior Center Remote Resources
Translation/New Americans
- Vermont Department of Health Translations
- Multilingual Coronavirus Task Force Videos
- CDC Translation Resources
- AALV
- CVOEO: How to Get Financial Help
- Green Mountain Bhutanese Organization
- New Americans in Vermont
- US Committee for Refugees and Immigrants - Vermont Office
- UVM Medical Center
Transportation and Travel
- Green Mountain Transportation
- Vermont Department of Transportation
- Travel Guidance
- To schedule transportation to a COVID-19 testing site, please call the Vermont Public Transportation Association at least two days before the appointment: 833 387 7200.
Volunteer
- Winooski Mutual Aid (resident volunteer group)
- City of Winooski Volunteer Portal
- Governor Scott’s State of Vermont Call to Service
COVID-19 testing is available at the O’Brien Community Center (32 Malletts Bay Ave). Register for any time listed below at https://vermont.force.com/events/s/selfregistration (walk-ups are also welcome).
- Mon, Wed, Fri: 3 PM - 8 PM
- Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun: 9 AM - 2 PM
For full details on testing and to view other testing locations in Vermont, please visit the Vermont Department of Health COVID-19 testing page.
How to Complete Nasal Swab Instructions (Flyer)
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How to Complete Nasal Swab Instructions (Video)
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Getting Tested for COVID-19
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Contact Tracing: What it is and Why it is Important
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Understanding Your COVID-19 Test Results
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Vermont Department of Health
- Documents: https://www.healthvermont.gov/media/translation/covid-19-translations
- Multilingual Resources: https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19/resources/multilingual-resources
CDC Public Service Announcements
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) - Vermont Office
- https://refugees.org/uscri-vermont/
- Contact: Amila Merdzanovic, Director: amerdzanovic@uscrivt.org / 802 654 1700
AALV
- https://www.aalv-vt.org/
- Contact: Thato Ratsebe, Assistant Director: tratsebe@aalv-vt.org / 802 985 3106
State of Vermont Refugee Office
- https://humanservices.vermont.gov/our-work/programs-services/state-refugee-office
- Contact: Tracy Dolan Director, State Refugee Office Agency of Human Services: tracy.dolan@vermont.gov
Vermont Language Justice Project
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- العربية (Arabic)
- မြန်မာစာ (Burmese)
- Español (Spanish)
- Kirundi
- Français (French)
- Maay Maay
- नेपाली (Nepali)
- Swahili
- Soomaali (Somali)
- Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)
New Americans in Vermont Resources
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- العربية (Arabic)
- ASL
- Bosanski (Bosnian)
- မြန်မာစာ (Burmese)
- Dinka
- Español
- Français (French)
- ကညီကျိ (Karen)
- Kirundi
- Lingala
- Maay Maay
- नेपाली (Nepali)
- Soomaali (Somali)
- Swahili
- Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)
Vermont Legal Aid Resources
- COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments
- Unemployment Benefits
Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity
- How to Get Financial Help
- Arabic | Burmese/Keran | French | Nepali | Somali/Mai Mai| Swahili
All Vermont residents age 5 and older are eligible to be vaccinated.
- Make your appointment online or find the next pop-up clinic near you: https://www.healthvermont.gov/myvaccine
- Make your appointment by phone: 855 722 7878.
- To speak with someone in a language other than English, press 1.
- You can also get an appointment at Kinney Drugs, CVS, Walgreens or Northfield Pharmacy.