Shortly after the Region of Halton declared a State of Emergency, the Town of Milton followed suit.
Mayor Gordon Krantz, with the support of Milton Council and the Town’s Crisis Management Team, made the decision. They say they support the Halton Region and the Province of Ontario’s efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 and on-going measures to “flatten the curve”.
In a provided release, the Town of Milton says, “this action provides the municipality with the flexibility needed to manage this rapidly evolving emergency situation. Declaring an emergency supports the Town’s ongoing efforts to slow down the spread of COVID-19 through the implementation of public safety measures and encouraging social distancing.”
Mayor Krantz has more:
“Declaring a State of Emergency is a measure being taken protect the health and safety of our community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic,” says Mayor Krantz. “My strongest message to residents is to stay home and only leave the house for essential items like food and medical needs. I urge everyone to continue practicing social distancing. During this difficult and uncertain time, I also encourage you to socially connect and pick up the phone to call, text and email friends and family members.”
They remind people that social distancing means not visiting friends and family, organizing playdates for your children or gathering in large groups in our parks, sports courts or skate parks.
You can follow along with what the Town is doing for COVID-19 here.
