The Sarnia Primary Control Group (SPCG) met via teleconference on May 15, 2020, at 9:15 am regarding developments related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The City of Sarnia would like to notify the public that curbside collection of large bulk items will resume June 1st-5th, as originally scheduled, within the 2020 Waste Calendar.
On May 14th the Province announced details of the first phase of re-opening. You can find details of Stage 1 “A Framework for Reopening our Province” online: https://files.ontario.ca/mof-framework-reopening-province-stage-1-en-2020-05-14.pdf?_ga=2.205373392.1594258450.1589464670-376172068.1588598938
This is a positive step forward across the Province and the
City is currently reviewing
the Provincial phase one announcements and finalizing preparations for the
reopening of limited facilities that allow for participation in individual
sporting activities.
We encourage the public to participate in individual physical fitness while
taking advantage of our public open spaces.
We remind citizens that these amenities are not destinations and groups
of individuals should avoid congregating and maintain physical distancing.
The City’s Off Leash Dog Park in Germain Park will be
opening upon completion of preseason maintenance, which has been delayed due to
inclement weather.
For those with a cottage or secondary property, we ask that everyone avoid unnecessary travel
and remain at their primary residence. However, if travel to an additional
property is required, be sure to bring all necessary amenities and resources, and
follow local public health recommendations.
As of 9:15 a.m. on May 15 the SPCG can report that:
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Lambton County
| Confirmed Cases | 213 |
| Number of Related Deaths | 17 |
| Institutional Outbreaks | 1 |
| Resolved Outbreaks | 3 |
By-Law Enforcement – COVID-19 Reporting System
| Total number of complaints and inquiries received | 894 |
| Total number of emails received | 747 |
| Total number of phone calls received | 147 |
| Total number of fines issued | 5 |
Lambton Public Health
- If you are in distress (e.g. significant trouble breathing, chest pain, fainting, or have a significant worsening of any chronic disease symptoms), do not go to an Assessment Centre. Call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest Emergency Department.
- If you think you may have COVID-19 symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has symptoms, please self-isolate and use the Ontario Self-Assessment Tool to determine if you need to seek further care.
Provincial Orders
The Government of Ontario has extended the Declaration of Emergency under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act until June 2, 2020. https://news.ontario.ca/opo/en/2020/05/declaration-of-emergency-extended-while-ontario-gradually-reopens-the-economy.html
The Sarnia Primary Control Group will continue to meet daily to ensure that all new and relevant information is being taken into consideration going forward. Daily public notifications will be issued. Please visit the City’s website www.sarnia.ca, Facebook, and/or Twitter for updates.