Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi declared a local State of Emergency for the Town.  

This action gives the greatest possible operational flexibility to departments involved in COVID-19 response, recovery and mitigation.  The declaration does not indicate a major change in the local situation, but rather parallels the declaration made by Governor Lamont and facilitates dealings with state and federal authorities as necessary.

Bethel has partially activated its emergency operations center in response to the evolving information now available about the spread of the novel coronavirus.  Bethel Public Schools will remain closed through Friday, March 27th.  The Bethel Senior Center will also remain closed through March 27, at which time the threat level will be reevaluated.  Senior Center van service is suspended through March 27th.   Parks & Recreation programs are suspended through March 27th. 

The Bethel Public Library is curtailing hours of operation. The Bethel municipal center remains open for business during regular hours at this time.