August 2020 Common Ground Newsletter
August 2020Regional task force supports K-12 schools reopening As schools in 13 Finger Lakes counties navigate the unprecedented process of reopening in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new task force convened by Common Ground Health is working to ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of students and their families, education professionals and the community. The Finger Lakes Reopening Schools Safely Task Force will ensure that local decisions are guided by the latest scientific findings about COVID-19. The task force is committed to continuity of learning for all students, including those who live in poverty, lack internet access or have special needs. $100K "Healthiest Cities" grant aims to advance health equity in RochesterCommon Ground’s Healthi Kids initiative is teaming up with Foodlink and the City of Rochester to establish Rochester’s first food policy council, thanks to a new $100,000 Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge grant. The council will identify gaps and opportunities to expand equitable access to quality food. The team will work with city residents to lead efforts to improve the overall health of the community. “As a community, we can come together to ensure our food system empowers people to live healthy and fulfilling lives,” said Mike Bulger, healthy communities coordinator for Common Ground Health. Rochester wins 2020 All-America City Award It’s official: The National Civic League recognized our region’s hard work and collaboration around health by naming Rochester a 2020 All-America City following a three-day virtual competition with communities across the country. “[Rochester] showed us through their application and presentation that they do a great job of engaging the whole city in enhancing health and well-being,” said National Civic League President Doug Linkhart. Partner spotlight:
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