Covid 19 Policies and Procedure for the Regatta and Westchester County
THE REGATTA MAINSHEET
August 2020
UPDATES
Dear Regatta Owners & Residents:
The Board of Managers has approved a 3.5% increase in the Common Charges, effective September 1. This increase reflects the Board's focus on stringent cost controls offset by continued increases in certain expense categories. RMR will be providing further detail to owners.
On the pandemic front, thank you all for your continued efforts to maintain social distancing and masking. We are all in this together and we know that with your support, we can work together for the benefit of our community as a whole.
Given that the situation in NY state has improved, the Board has decided to make some modifications to the Covid-19 protocols that were put in place this past spring. Please do your best to comply with the rules that remain in place. Use your best judgment to reduce the risk of Covid-19 to yourself and those around you.
RULES THAT REMAIN IN PLACE
RELAXATION OF COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
REGATTA WEBSITE
This is just a reminder that the Regatta now has a website which you can refer to for up to date information. You may use the website to access the house rules, forms and documents related to the building. The address is
August 2020
UPDATES
Dear Regatta Owners & Residents:
The Board of Managers has approved a 3.5% increase in the Common Charges, effective September 1. This increase reflects the Board's focus on stringent cost controls offset by continued increases in certain expense categories. RMR will be providing further detail to owners.
On the pandemic front, thank you all for your continued efforts to maintain social distancing and masking. We are all in this together and we know that with your support, we can work together for the benefit of our community as a whole.
Given that the situation in NY state has improved, the Board has decided to make some modifications to the Covid-19 protocols that were put in place this past spring. Please do your best to comply with the rules that remain in place. Use your best judgment to reduce the risk of Covid-19 to yourself and those around you.
RULES THAT REMAIN IN PLACE
- MASK USE. It is required to wear masks, or other facial coverings, in the common areas of the building. Residents are responsible for conveying and enforcing this rule with their guests or delivery people. FInes for not wearing masks are still in place.
- LAUNDRY ROOMS. One person or members of only one household may use a laundry room at a time. If the laundry room is in use, you must wait or choose another laundry room.
- ELEVATORS. One person or members of only one household may use the elevator at a time. If the elevator is in use, you must wait for the next elevator.
RELAXATION OF COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
- CONSTRUCTION - Repairs and renovations are permitted in accordance with Regatta House Rules. Construction crews are limited to a maximum of five people. All repair persons MUST be masked and unit owners are responsible for their compliance with Regatta rules. Refer to the House Rules for regulations regarding applying for permission for construction repairs, permitted work hours, and other guidance relating to construction.
- SOCIAL VISITS - Pre-registration of guests is no longer required. Residents are advised to limit social visits to small groups. Parties or gathering of large groups is not allowed. All visitors MUST be masked and unit owners are responsible for such compliance with Regatta rules.
- MOVE-INS/MOVE-OUTS. The cleaning fee for moves has been eliminated. Regular move-out fees and security deposits, per our House Rules, remain in effect. All moving persons MUST be masked and unit owners are responsible for such compliance with Regatta rules.
- STAIRWELLS - Stairwells may now be used for two-way traffic. They are no longer designated as “up” or “down.”
- RECYCLING - Staff will no longer collect recycling from outside of residents’ individual apartments. Please bring your recycling to the garbage room on your floor and dispose of it properly.
- FRONT DOOR, P1 AND P2 DOORS will now be kept closed at all times. Keys will be needed to enter.
- FOOD AND GROCERY DELIVERIES. Deliveries may be brought to individual apartments. Residents are responsible for advising delivery people to wear masks.
- SHOES IN HALLWAYS - Residents must put their shoes inside their homes. Shoes in the hallway violate the fire code and create obstacles in the event of an emergency exit.
REGATTA WEBSITE
This is just a reminder that the Regatta now has a website which you can refer to for up to date information. You may use the website to access the house rules, forms and documents related to the building. The address is
- https://www.theregattamamaroneck.com/
- For password, please contact RMR at Regatta.Wes@gmail.com or 914-948-6100
- https://www.theregattamamaroneck.com/
Westchester County Department of Health 3/6/20
COVID-19 General Recommendations for Cleaning and Disinfection of Households with Suspected or Confirmed Cases
Practice routine cleaning of frequently touched surfaces (for example: tables, doorknobs, light switches, handles, desks, toilets, faucets, sinks) with household cleaners and EPA-registered disinfectants that are appropriate for the surface, following label instructions. Labels contain instructions for safe and effective use of the cleaning product including precautions you should take when applying the product, such as wearing gloves and making sure you have good ventilation during use of the product.
If you use any environmentally safer green alternatives be aware that many do not kill all the pathogens that more traditional bleach-containing products do. It is recommended to suspend use of these products during an outbreak.
- Household members should educate themselves about COVID-19 symptoms and preventing the spread of COVID-19 in homes.
- Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces daily in household common areas (e.g. tables, hard-backed chairs, doorknobs, light switches, remotes, handles, desks, toilets, sinks)
As much as possible, an ill person should stay in a specific room and away from other people in their home, following CDC home care guidance found here https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html
The caregiver can provide personal cleaning supplies for an ill person’s room and bathroom, unless the room is occupied by child or another person for whom such supplies would not be appropriate. These supplies include tissues, paper towels, cleaners and EPA-registered disinfectants https://www.americanchemistry.com/Novel-Coronavirus-Fighting-Products-List.pdf
If a separate bathroom is not available, the bathroom should be cleaned and disinfected after each use by an ill person. If this is not possible, the caregiver should wait as long as practical after use by an ill person to clean and disinfect the high-touch surfaces.
Household members should follow home care guidance when interacting with persons with suspected/ confirmed COVID-19 and their isolation rooms/bathrooms. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html
How to Clean and Disinfect Surfaces:
- Wear disposable gloves when cleaning and disinfecting surfaces. Gloves should be discarded after each cleaning. If reusable gloves are used, those gloves should be dedicated for cleaning and disinfection of surfaces for COVID-19 and should not be used for other purposes. Consult the manufacturer’s instruc- tions for cleaning and disinfection products used. Wash your hands immediately after gloves are removed.
- If surfaces are dirty, they should be cleaned using a detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.
- For disinfection, diluted household bleach solutions, alcohol solutions with at least 70% alcohol, and most common EPA-registered household disinfectants should be effective.
- Diluted household bleach solutions can be used if appropriate for the surface. Follow manufacturer’s in- structions for application and proper ventilation. Check to ensure the product is not past its expiration date. Never mix household bleach with ammonia or any other cleanser. Unexpired household bleach will be effective against coronaviruses when properly diluted.
Prepare a bleach solution by mixing:
5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water or 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water - A list of products with EPA-approved emerging viral pathogens claims, maintained by the American Chemistry Council Center for Biocide Chemistries (CBC), is available at: https://www.americanchemistry.com/Novel-Coronavirus-Fighting-Products-List.pdf
Products with EPA-approved emerging viral pathogens claims are expected to be effective against COVID-19 based on data for harder to kill viruses. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for all cleaning and disinfection products (e.g., concentration, application method and contact time, etc.). - For soft (porous) surfaces such as carpeted floor, rugs, and drapes, remove visible contamination if present and clean with appropriate cleaners indicated for use on these surfaces. After cleaning:
Launder items as appropriate in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. If possible, launder items using the warmest appropriate water setting for the items and dry items completely, or use products with the EPA-approved emerging viral pathogens claims that are suitable for porous surfaces.
How to Clean and Disinfect Clothing, Towels, Linens and Other Laundered Items:
If no gloves are used when handling dirty laundry, be sure to wash hands afterwards.
If possible, do not shake dirty laundry. This will minimize the possibility of dispersing virus
through the air.
Launder items as appropriate in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. If possible, launder items using the warmest appropriate water setting for the items and dry items completely. Dirty laundry from an ill person can be washed with other people’s items.
Clean and disinfect clothes hampers according to guidance above for surfaces. If possible, consider placing a bag liner that is either disposable (can be thrown away) or can be laundered.
Remember: If you use any environmentally safer green alternatives be aware that many do not kill all the pathogens that more traditional bleach-containing products do. It is recommended to suspend use of these products during an outbreak.
COVID-19 Resources
- Westchester County Department of Health website www.westchestergov.com/health
- People under self-quarantine or exposure to known case, call (866) 588-0195
- NYS Department of Health COVID-19 Hotline (888) 364-3065
- Westchester County COVID-19 Information Call 211