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COVID-19 information from Sharon Incident Command

This website was created in response to COVID-19 to share information with the public. This website is updated regularly as needs arise.

We would like everyone to know that we have implemented the Incident Command system in town.
Incident Command is a tried and true method designed to ensure effective and efficient use of resources and establish clear lines of communication and accountability in emergencies. Nathan Potter, our Fire Chief, is the Incident Commander and Becky Owens and Susan Root are the co-emergency coordinators.
  • FOR HELP: our phone number is 763-7331, and our email sharonfirehouseIC@gmail.com. These both go to the firehouse and are monitored throughout the day. We will get back to you as soon as possible. This is not 911, but for our residents who have challenges accessing food or services.
  • Stimulus Checks: If you have filed your taxes in 2018 or 2019, OR if you are a Social Security recipients and railroad retirees who are otherwise not required to file a tax return, you are also eligible and will not be required to file a return. NO ACTION IS REQUIRED, your check will arrive shortly.
    You can find more useful information on payments here
  • To file for unemployment (letter from Jim Masland on how to navigate the unemployment process - 04/09/2020)
  • Food Shelf: One of our main concerns is making sure we all have food. The Food Shelf in Sharon, open Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30, is working to make sure we have supplies. The Food Shelf is also open on Saturdays 10 - Noon, starting now to respond to potential increase of demand. Deliveries of food supplies can be made to homes that do not have transportation. Remember that there are other food shelves in the area in Tunbridge, South Royalton, the Haven, Listen Center, and Hartford. Please use the HELP number 763-7331 or sharonfirehouseIC@gmail.com to reach the food shelf.
    For more information about how to access food, please visit Hunger Free Vermont for more information
  • WIC: WIC gives you access to healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, and breastfeeding support. If you’re pregnant, a caregiver, or a parent with a child under five, WIC is right for you! To find out more and apply visit https://www.healthvermont.gov/family/wic or text ‘VTWIC’ to 85511
  • Childcare for essential worker: if you are in need of childcare, the SU has put in place a childcare facility in Bethel. Please contact Paul Sadowski  psadowski@wrvsu.org.
  • Volunteers: If you wish to help, click on the Requesting/Offering Help Page on this website. We will communicate with you as information and details come in. If you want to make Face Masks for people, here are the instructions
  • Meal Programs for Older Vermonters: People age 60 and older are especially encouraged to stay at home in order to protect themselves from COVID-19, but staying well-nourished is also critical for your health. To help, you may be able to pick up meals to go or have meals delivered to your home. For more information about meals for older adults, please call the Helpline at 1-800-642-5119.
  • Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Recovery Services are a Single Call Away: The Vermont Department of Health has launched VTHelplink, a new, single source clearinghouse for Vermonters to receive free, confidential and personalized information and referrals to substance use prevention, treatment and recovery services throughout the state. Visit VTHelplink or call 2-1-1 for more information.
  • Fire Department: The Fire Department has implemented a no-burn policy until further notice because of the COVID-19 outbreak. We are trying to protect Property Owners, Fire Wardens, and Firefighters to any exposure to the virus. Thank you, Sharon Fire Wardens, Sharon Fire Association
  • 2-1-1: If you need assistance with paying your housing bills, finding food, or other essential services, please dial 211. You can find a list of great resources and help at: http://211.org/services/COVID19
  • All Sharon Town buildings (that includes the Library) are closed to public access until further notice.
  • The Vermont Department of Labor has expanded updated hours at its Unemployment Insurance Claims Center. It will now be open Saturdays starting on Saturday, March 21. The Saturday hours will be 9am-3pm. 
    CONTACT OPTIONS: 877-214-3330 (Monday – Saturday)
    Online Form (24-hours, online at Labor.Vermont.gov)
    1-888-807-7072 (Monday – Friday, only)
  • Many grocery stores and restaurants are making accommodations to still offer their services. Click on the Local Business tab to see up-to-date information on what businesses in the region are doing to accommodate you.
  • 3SquaresVT – Has your household lost pay? Have your childcare expenses increased? 3SquaresVT is here for you and your family. You could be eligible to receive a 3SquaresVT benefit or increase the benefit you already receive. We can help you apply. Visit our 3SquaresVT page, email 3svt@vtfoodbank.org, call 1-855-855-6181 or text VFBSNAP to 85511
  • Hartford Transfer Station and Royalton Transfer Station have had new hours and guidelines. Please visit their website for the latest information.



Please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help and serve our town’s people. The wisdom and expertise of many are working together, the selectboard, the Food Shelf, the school principals, and many townspeople, together we will get through this.

Respectfully,
Your Emergency Preparedness team,
Nathan Potter Fire Chief, Incident Commander,
Becky Owens and Susan Root co-emergency coordinators


Meeting Minutes: Incident Command meets twice a week, on Monday at 5 pm. The meetings are held remotely, please contact sharonfirehouseIC@gmail.com to access the public meeting.

Useful Documents to Print for Home Use
We gathered a few documents that would be useful to have in case the power goes down at your house. These are helpful information about what to do in case you are starting to have symptoms, or if you have been exposed to COVID-19, as well as a document with useful contact information for town entities. If you don't have access to a printer, contact us and we will mail you one.