On January 15, 2021, the Arvada Chamber of Commerce hosted a Community Impact Forum on COVID-19 Response and Recovery. The forum explored what businesses need to know about COVID-19 vaccine distribution, capacity restrictions, the 5-Star Certification Program and more from public health officials.

Thank you to the following guest presenters at this event:

• Kelsey Melander, Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacist
• Kat Douglas, Director of the Jefferson County Community and Workforce Development Division
• Christine Billings, Emergency Preparedness and Response Supervisor and Incident Commander at Jefferson County Public Health
• Colin Ferro, Director of Operations, Epic Experience

Below, find video recordings and important resources from the event.

Vaccine Q & A, with Kelsey Melander

Resources:

• Colorado Department of Public Health Vaccine Resource Page
  Find FAQs, distribution schedules, provider information and more

Vaccine Distribution + Public Health Update, with Christine Billings

Resources:

• Jefferson County COVID-19 Alerts
• Colorado County COVID-19 Dial Dashboard
• Updated Jeffco Case Summary
• Updated Colorado Case Summary

5-Star Certification Program, with Kat Douglas

Resources:

• Jefferson County 5-Star Certification Program
  Allows businesses to expand operations by implementing safety measures beyond what is already required by public health orders and guidelines.
  • Jefferson County Application
  • CDPHE 5-Star Certification Criteria
  • Jefferson County 5-Star Certification Assistance

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