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Athens, Georgia Area COVID-19 Response

Collected by: Athens Regional Library System

Archived since: Mar, 2020

Description:

A diverse web archival collection showcasing the local response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in Athens, Georgia. Included are communications from Athens-Clarke County government, communications from Clarke County School District, fundraisers for local businesses, 'Band Together' showcases, and various other items that are related to the local response.

Subject:   Spontaneous Events Government - Counties Blogs & Social Media COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- University towns Small business Local government--United States

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Title: COVID-19 Resources

URL: http://athensaccesstojustice.org/covid-19/

Description: Athens Access to Justice's site listing COVID-19 resources that fell under three categories: housing, stimulus money, and unemployment.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic Assistance Housing Unemployment

Title: UPDATE: Commissioners Parker & Denson's resolution to remove burden of rent/mortgage on Athenians during pandemic passes!

URL: http://www.timdensonforathens.com/commissioners-parker-denson-draft-resolution-to-remove-burden-of-rent-mortgage-on-athenians-during-pandemic/

Description: An article on Tim Denson's site to inform the Athens community that Commissioner Mariah Parker and Commissioner Tim Denson have called on the Governor Brian Kemp to put in place a moratorium on rent payments and also to call upon President Trump and Congress to enact a national moratorium on rent and mortgage payments. Commissioner Parker and Denson also called on local landlords and mortgage holders to enact a number of policies to ensure that Athenians are able to stay in their homes and stay financially stable through the pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance

Title: Resources Available for Artists During Covid-19

URL: https://accgov.com/DocumentCenter/View/68018/Resources-for-Artists-2/

Description: A graphic flyer documents an active lists of resources, where to find emergency funds and other resources available for artists during COVID-19.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Government aid to the arts Economic assistance

Title: Resources for Low Income Families While School Is Closed

URL: https://athens.macaronikid.com/articles/5e6cd4c976a6307dc6b36689/resources-for-low-income-families-while-school-is-closed/

Description: An article listing different resources for low income families, such as: community meal services and resources; free breakfasts and lunches; and resources per county -- Clarke, Oconee, Barrow, Oglethorpe, and Walton.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Low income parents Breakfasts Luncheons

Title: Survey Report Athens-Clarke County (ACC) Georgia Resident Artists' COVID-19 Economic Impacts April 2020

URL: https://athica.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/FinalReport_ACC_ArtistsCOVID19EconomicImpacts_Survey_050520.pdf

Description: The purpose of the survey was to gather information during the time of the pandemic to inform the local government about the challenges being faced by the local creative community as some of their incomes were reduced during the pandemic. With this report, the Athens Arts Alliance hoped to advocate for artists impacted by COVID-19 by proposing relief opportunities that can be developed through the proposed Athens Resiliency Packages.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Art museums and community Economic impact analysis

Title: Show Your Love to Athens Area Small Businesses

URL: https://classiccitylove.com/

Description: A directory of Athens area businesses with real time information on what each are offering during the pandemic. The site was published by Kaptiv8, a marketing agency based out of Athens, Georgia. Since 2011, Kaptiv8 has been building brands from Athens with a team of thoughtful storytellers, creative thinkers, talented designers and strategic marketers.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small Business Restaurateurs Stores, Retail

Title: Data Resources Homepage

URL: https://covid-19-maps-and-data-athensclarke.hub.arcgis.com/

Description: The page provided by Athens-Clarke County Unified Government provided data, maps, and resources about the COVID-19 response in Athens. Concerning local resources there are links to interactive maps, surveys, and dashboards that are updated daily to help connect the people to resources in their community.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- County school systems Local government--United States

Title: COVID 19 Response

URL: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ky2anSwr6A4Rw8UZh4r2PLrqUh2ess5ZZe-Ztw_Hjvk/edit?usp=sharing

Description: A letter from AADSA to detail their collective thoughts on the COVID-19 Pandemic. As well, towards the end highlighting Athens Mutual Aid Network; reminding citizens of the Mayor & Commission special called session; listing and supporting the UGA Campus Workers Union demands; and concluding with their organization's statements and demands.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020-

Title: Athens COVID-19 Relief

URL: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZTBIfLq66ijZH56XpAZm0aVs1ComK2yTqBIh_9WMke8/

Description: A google document that was available to the Athens community to relay resources and relief information.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic Assistance Small business

Title: ACC Services During COVID-19

URL: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fE_G557JfLDZNYWEQfzwh2tLwt8TUHc3d4xd02KsQ0o/

Description: A google document listing the status of Athens-Clarke County services.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Homeless Persons Food banks Medical centers

Title: Rent Strike 2020

URL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_uc-Iykt2XjGHzyo5-lAxVkw3qGBcboH0G7sww0G3yv871g/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2d5oqSKtnccrDnwQkJe-bkzwyHKQHoUUrqsl9GR72p1NfcBPUWwnAr9rg/

Description: Rent Strike 2020 was an campaign working in partnership with Socialist Alternative, the Rose Caucus, and branches of Youth Climate Action Team & Youth Climate Strike, as well as multiple direct-action and mutual aid organizations around the country.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Petitions

Title: Athens Medial Workers Venmo/Cash APP

URL: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1cXBtjkk8Bd_w2y5g7DF4ihsRUUaubXvBqZYY6kfw3No/

Description: A google sheet listing names of medical/hospital workers with their cash app, venmo, or zelle information for others to send them money to buy themselves coffee.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Nurse and physician Physicians (General practice)

Title: Athens local business takeout, delivery, online ordering guide

URL: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1YIhLhCer-3UDbGO2PTQ6shGeWgaLPH6ixbphSWJoe7k/

Description: A google sheet showcasing the following type of information related to Athens small businesses: name of business, website (or preferred social media), hours, if the business offers takeout or curbside, if the business has a delivery option, and any other information that the business wants the public to know.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small business Stores, Retail Restaurateurs

Title: Athens Medical Workers Venmo/Cash APP

URL: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1cXBtjkk8Bd_w2y5g7DF4ihsRUUaubXvBqZYY6kfw3No/

Description: A google sheet listing the names of Athens medical workers with their respective venmo, cash app, and zelle information for others to send them money to buy themselves coffee.

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Subject:   Economic Assistance COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Nurse and physician Physicians

Title: Recommendations for Library Services During the Covid-19 Pandemic

URL: https://georgialibraries.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Recommendations-for-Library-Services-During-The-Covid-19-Pandemic.pdf

Description: The Regents Public Library Advisory Council (RPLAC) created a pandemic service level chart to guide libraries in deciding how to implement phased expansion of services.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Library Library materials Public services (Libraries)

Title: Message from Michael

URL: https://michaelstipe.com/message/

Description: A message from Michael with a song titled "Underneath the Bunker" to convey that everyone will get through COVID-19 pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020-

Title: Hugh Acheson on CNN

URL: https://twitter.com/CNN/status/1253780215571968000

Description: A tweet from CNN highlighting an interview with a Georgia restaurant owner who responded to Governor Kemp easing lockdown restrictions. The tweet includes a clip of the interview.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small business Public health Restaurateurs

Title: Welcome to the West Broad Farmers Market

URL: https://wbfm.locallygrown.net/

Description: The West Broad Farmers Market's about page details when the market was open during the week and where buyers could pick up their purchased items.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Farmers' markets Small business Farmers

Title: Agendas

URL: https://www.accgov.com/1688/Agendas/

Description: Athens-Clarke County Unified Government agenda's webpage showcasing tentative Mayor and Commission agendas for the following sessions (dates included): regular session, May 5, 2020; work session, May 26, 2020; special called session and agenda setting session, May 19, 2020; taxpayer bill of rights public hearing #1 and FY21 budget review schedule, May 21, 2020; legislative review committee, January 23, 2020; and government operations committee, April 23, 2020.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government--United States Municipal government by commission Mayors--United States

Title: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Frequently Asked Questions

URL: https://www.accgov.com/9223/Frequently-Asked-Questions/

Description: Athens-Clarke County Unified Government's frequently asked questions concerning the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- COVID-19 (Disease) Local government--United States

Title: An Ordinance for the Second Declaration of a Local State of Emergency Related to COVID-19; and for Other Purposes

URL: https://www.accgov.com/DocumentCenter/View/67248/03-Second-Declaration-of-a-Local-State-of-Emergency-Related-to-COVID-19-Final-Approved-Version/

Description: Athens-Clarke County government issued a second ordinance declaring local emergency related to COVID-19 Shelter in Place on March 19, 2020. This is a PDF version of that ordinance.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government--United States County ordinances

Title: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Information & Resources

URL: https://www.accgov.com/coronavirus

Description: A webpage showcasing COVID-19 information and resources provided by Athens Clarke County government.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- COVID-19 (Disease) Local government--United States Public health

Title: Athens Area Recovery & Resiliency

URL: https://www.athensga.com/covid-19-resources/

Description: Athens Area Chamber of Commerce provided information related to Chamber Recovery Pages, Chamber Chats, Weekly Developments, Financial Assistance, Mental Health Resources, Local Restaurants, Frequently Asked Questions, and Additional Resources.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Small business Mental health

Title: Support for the underemployed in Athens-Clarke County due to COVID-19 crisis

URL: https://www.change.org/p/athens-clarke-county-elected-officials-support-for-the-underemployed-in-athens-clarke-county-due-to-covid-19-crisis/

Description: Renee Trujillo started a petition to Athens-Clarke County elected officials to support underemployed workers. In the petition, Trujillo states that the only way for elected officials to support low-income, tip-based, and hourly workers is to pass the following measures: amend unemployment insurance; require businesses to continue to provide benefits to their employees (including healthcare); a temporary eviction ban that includes small businesses under commercial leases; mortgage forbearance for landlords at risk of losing property due to loss of income from renters; emergency medicaid health insurance for those who are uninsured; government sponsored interest-free loans for those in need of financial aid; the addition and distribution of SNAP benefits to the underemployed of ACC; and an extension on tax deadlines for workers, small businesses and independent contractors with consideration to waive a percentage of taxes for workers who owe in for 2020.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Petitions

Title: Reopening Update: Phase-In Plan

URL: https://www.clarke.k12.ga.us/cms/lib/GA02209096/Centricity/Domain/2572/CCSD%20-%20Reopening%20Phase-In%20Plan%20-%20Updated%208.21.20.pdf

Description: A PDF documenting the Clarke County School District's plan to re-open schools for 2020-2021 school year.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- County school systems Public health

Title: 3 W's to Reduce Risk of Covid-19

URL: https://www.clarke.k12.ga.us/cms/lib/GA02209096/Centricity/Domain/2572/WWW.m4v

Description: A video from Clarke County School District demonstrating how to be proactive against catching the coronavirus-19 disease.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health County school systems COVID-19 (Disease)

Title: 2020 Annual Report

URL: https://www.dropbox.com/s/lej7z4ifegqem64/2020%20Annual%20Report.pdf?dl=0

Description: A PDF showcasing Envision Athens' achievements over the year of 2020, community feedback, and their partner organizations. Envision Athens is a community-wide effort to develop a common vision for the future of the Athens-Clarke County community. Their mission is to service Athens-Clarke County as the catalyst, convener, and champion of progress in addressing the community's most pressing needs and optimizing the community's opportunities for collaborative community development.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Community organization

Title: Guidance for Georgia K-12 Schools and School-Based Programs

URL: https://www.georgiainsights.com/uploads/1/2/2/2/122221993/covid19_schoolguidance.pdf

Description: A PDF documenting the department's school and school-based programs requirements and recommendations & considerations and guidance for school nurses and school health providers.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health County school systems

Title: Cat Rescue of Athens Ga

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/1rp1twtg6o/

Description: James Gray created a GoFundMe to raise money to spay and neuter feral cats in his area. All donations went directly towards helping the cats he found needing fixed, as well as shots, kennels, and resources for finding homes for foster babies.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Cat family (mammals) Animal rescue

Title: Little Kings Shuffle Club Employee Survival Fund

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/1xm0szwi2o/

Description: Lindsey Roper organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to financially support Little Kings employees.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small Business Economic assistance

Title: Plantation Buffet Kitchen Staff

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/1y7p9hf700/

Description: Keith Gray organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to financially assist Plantation Buffet staff.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Restaurateurs Small business

Title: 5&10 Employee Emergency Fund

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/5amp10-employee-emergency-fund/

Description: Five and Ten created a GoFundMe to accept donations that would be set aside for an employee emergency fund. The fund was used on a case-by-case basis to help alleviate the financial difficulties of their staff.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Restaurateurs Waiters and waitresses

Title: The Manhattan Cafe Employee Survival Fund

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/71dqqso/

Description: Lindsey Roper organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to financial support Manhattan Cafe's employees.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small business Restaurateurs Economic assistance

Title: A Sewing Army for Athens

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/a-sewing-army-for-athens/

Description: GoFundMe fundraiser began to raise money to buy more sewing machines to outfit an army of seamstresses with supplies to ramp up production to provide Piedmont Athens Regional and local healthcare professionals in dire need.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Medical personnel

Title: Bit Brigade Could Use Some Help

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/bit-brigade-could-use-some-help/

Description: Luke Fields of musical band 'Bit Brigade' organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to assist band members.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Band music Economic assistance

Title: DePalma's Crisis Fund

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/depalmas-crisis-fund/

Description: DePalma's Italian Cafe partnered with "Athens - we love you" to start a local campaign that allowed local citizens to donate money that was in turn used to buy meals for local area hospital staff, thereby offered a benefit to two hard hit areas of their local citizenry, health care workers and restaurants.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Medical personnel Restaurateurs

Title: Friends of Keith Hill

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/friends-of-keith-hill/

Description: A GoFundMe for Keith Hill as he was in the ICU battling COVID-19 at the time of the fundraiser. Keith Hill, born and raised in Athens, was active in the Athens community where people knew him affectionately as "DJ Keith."

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- COVID-19 (Disease) Economic assistance Hospital care

Title: Globe staff emergency fund

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/globe-staff-emergency-fund/

Description: Norman Scholz organized a GoFundMe for others to donate to the Globe's staff emergency fund during the early months of the coronavirus outbreak. The Globe is a long running, locally owned restaurant and bar. The fundraiser goal was $20,000 to help The Globe staff as they would be without work for at least 3 weeks.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small business Restaurateurs

Title: Help Cillies During this Coronavirus Crisis

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-cillies-during-this-coronavirus-crisis/

Description: Cat Bobon organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to find financial assistance in keeping Cillies clothing store afloat.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Small business Stores, Retail

Title: Help home.made pay employees & survive

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-homemade-pay-employees/

Description: Owner and chef Mimi Maumus created a GoFundMe to pay employees that are still owed their next paycheck and to stay afloat.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Restaurateurs Small business

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-homemade-pay-employees/

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Fund raisers (Persons) Restaurants--Employees

Title: Help Save Wuxtry Records in Athens & Decatur

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-save-wuxtry-records-in-athens-amp-decatur/

Description: WUXTRY Records were seeking financial support using GoFundMe to help them through the pandemic crisis.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Small business Record stores

Title: Help Save the Caledonia!

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-caledonia/

Description: Caledonia Lounge organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to help their employees in financial need and towards the lounge's bills. The Caledonia Lounge, a small business in Athens, opened in 2000 and are known to host concerts featuring local bands, touring acts, and fashion shows.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small business Restaurateurs Economic assistance

Title: Help us sew protective fabric face masks

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-sew-protective-fabric-face-masks/

Description: Sanni Baumgartner organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to help assist Community Service boutique in sewing reusable fabric face masks for local hospital staffs.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small business Economic assistance urban hospitals

Title: Help Viva! Pay Employees & Keep the Doors Open

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-viva-pay-employees-amp-keep-the-doors-open/

Description: Jesse Lindsey organized a GoFundMe to assist Viva in paying their employees and to keep the restaurant afloat.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small business Economic assistance Restaurateurs

Title: Hendershot's Survival Campaign

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/hendershot039s-survival-campaign/

Description: A GoFundMe created by Seth Hendershot where he was trading donations for his musical services.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Band music

Title: Support Hi-Lo Lounge COVID-19 Relief in Athens, GA

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/hi-lo-lounge-covid-19-relief-fund-smb/

Description: GoFundMe COVID-19 Small Business Relief began a fundraiser for Hi-Lounge to help them during the pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Restaurateurs Small business

Title: Keepin It Real Hair Studio

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/keepin-it-real-hair-studio/

Description: Dionne Richardson, co-owner of Keepin It Real Hair Studio for 19 years at the time of the GoFundMe campaign, started a fundraiser to provide employees economic assistance.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Beauty shops Small business

Title: Porterhouse Grill Employee Relief Fund!

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/porterhouse-grill-employee-relief-fund/

Description: Jonathan Eden organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to financially support Porterhouse Grill employees.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Small business Restaurateurs

Title: Pay it forward

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/qp585h-pay-it-forward/

Description: GoFundMe fundraiser to keep Flicker Theatre and Bar open during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Small business

Title: Feed the Frontlines

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/rvbyu-feed-the-frontlines/

Description: GoFundMe fundraiser to help Georgia healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Nurse and physician Physicians Economic assistance

Title: Church Athens Staff

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/sister-louis039s-church-athens/

Description: Sister Louisa's Church (bar) started a GoFundMe campaign to directly assist their staff during the pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Bartenders

Title: The Rail Athens COVID-19 Tip Jar

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-rail-athens-covid19-tip-jar/

Description: Sandi Teet started a GoFundMe campaign to help raise funds for The Rail Athens' staff.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Restaurateurs Small business

Title: The World Famous Appreciates Your Assistance

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-world-famous-appreciates-your-assistance/

Description: David Eduardo organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to help The World Famous' staff and the business's recurring expenses.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Small business Restaurateurs

Title: 40 Watt Club Relief Fund

URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/watt-club-relief-fund/

Description: 40 Watt Club started a GoFundMe campaign to directly assist their staff during the pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic Assistance Clubs

Title: Athens-Clarke Mayor Kelly Girtz Talks About Coronavirus In His Community

URL: https://www.gpb.org/news/2020/03/24/athens-clarke-mayor-kelly-girtz-talks-about-coronavirus-in-his-community/

Description: A news article detailing Kelly Girtz discussing the impact of COVID-19 in Athens and there is an audio clip included.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health Mayors--United States

Title: GPB Education Offers Digital Resources For Teachers, Students At Home

URL: https://www.gpb.org/news/2020/03/26/gpb-education-offers-digital-resources-for-teachers-students-at-home/

Description: A news article detailing Georgia Public Broadcasting offering digital resources to school staff and students in the wake of the pandemic. Also, there is an audio clip accompanied with the article.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Electronic information resources

Title: When Feeding People in a Pandemic, Nourish Them Too

URL: https://www.gpb.org/news/2020/06/03/when-feeding-people-in-pandemic-nourish-them-too/

Description: A news article detailing how a chef and restaurant owner, Hugh Acheson, closed his restaurants during the pandemic to begin delivering thousands of meals a week to first responders.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Restaurateurs First responders

Title: How Southern Politics are Failing One Town's Coronavirus Response

URL: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2020/04/12/covid-19-georgia-rural-areas-174999/

Description: A letter from Rebecca Burns, an Athenian, detailing how Athens, GA responded to absorbing more patients after rural hospitals neighboring Athens-Clarke County closed. Burns is an author of three books on Georgia history and teaches part-time at the University of Georgia. Accompanied with the article are clear and bright pictures from Asha Stuart.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Politics and government Local government--United States Rural health

Title: Athens Mutual Aid Network

URL: https://www.skinsandclaystudio.com/

Description: A resources page from Athens Mutual Aid Network to assist locals during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic Assistance Public health

Title: With Students -- and covid-19 -- on campuses, college towns look on warily

URL: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2020/10/01/college-students-spreading-covid/

Description: An article from the Washington Post using Athens, GA, where the University of Georgia is located, as a case study with other college towns to discuss the impacts on college towns with students coming back to campuses.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- University towns Public health

Title: Athens News Matters: March 20, 2020

URL: https://www.wuga.org/post/athens-news-matters-march-20-2020/

Description: This radio broadcast from WUGA hosts discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the Athens-Clarke County Community.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Talk Radio Stations Community Life Government

Title: CCSD Town Hall

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=J6a9VXwZCtg

Description: A video from Clarke County School District showcasing their town hall on August 5, 2020.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- County school systems School management and organization Forums (Discussion and debate)

Title: 04-22-2020 Community Conversation

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8jmYpijX2U

Description: Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz and Manager Blaine Williams discuss the local government's coronavirus COVID-19 emergency response in the first of a series of Community Conversations held every Wednesday evening live from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Forums (Discussion and debate) Public health

Title: Athens-Clarke County COVID-19 Update March 15, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HAvqxSENOQ

Description: An update from Mayor Kelly Girtz on March 15, 2020 to remind community members to look out for each other and to inform the community that he will be updating the public on a consistent basis concerning the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government--United States Public health

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Gritz - June 1, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MF0lQNfluQ

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz about the events of May 31 in downtown Athens, Georgia involving demonstrators protesting unfair policing of Black and brown communities and the clearing of downtown with a curfew.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Law enforcement Protest movements

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - May 12, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gmEoOCINww

Description: A new message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz with some updates on local responses from ACCGov, details on the virtual Community Conversation on Wed., May 13 with ACCGov Leisure Services Director Kent Kilpatrick and staff from ACCGov Transit, a suggestion to contact Georgia's U.S. Senators, and encouragement to continue to practice other safe behaviors.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- COVID-19 (Disease)

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - April 20, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Y5Gk1TfGXU/

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz with some updates on local responses from ACCGov, details on a new weekly virtual open house conversation series on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m., and information about upcoming meetings.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health Local government--United States

Title: Athens-Clarke County COVID-19 cases compared to UGA

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VQjZ5yzWug

Description: A news outlet, 11Alive, relays information from the health department.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- University towns Public health

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - April 2, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jpWrM1pZzg

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz with some updates on local responses from ACCGov, the opening of the Greenway and Firefly Trail to the public with appropriate physical distancing, highlights of some members of the community contributing to helping others, and brief remarks on the Governor's executive order prior to its release and the consideration of extending the local ordinance into May.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government--United States County ordinances

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BS9Ve1qMX3o

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz about the local response to coronavirus COVID-19 and the recent Mayor and Commission declaration of a local emergency.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government--United States Public health

Title: Georgia Craft Beer Company Starts Bottling Hand Sanitizer

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CU5T19zkpZo

Description: Soriano, as a Fox 5 Atlanta news trainee, highlighted Creature Comforts manufacturing and bottling hand sanitizer in repurposed glass beer bottles.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Beer industry Beer bottles

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Gritz - October 8, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLzvz0UPByE

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz encouraging people to stay resilient throughout the pandemic, announcing the second round of funding for local small business grants with the Joint Development Authority beginning soon, announcing the College Square Plaza project, informing the public about open house meetings for the North Athens Downtown Development Project on October 11 & 12, and reminding residents about early voting starting October 12.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Small business Voting Economic assistance

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - April 10, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_4beRfmcIM/

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz with some updates on local responses from ACCGov, the election date postponement until June 9, the extension of the state's shelter in place through April 30, the importance of filling out a Census form, and information about some upcoming assistance projects.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government--United States Election day Economic assistance

Title: Band Together Encore featuring The Funk Brotherhood

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbxlAlrITEg/

Description: The debut of Band Together Encore presented by MMT, are special features highlighting your favorite Athens bands reminiscing on their most memorable shows in The Classic City. This week's show spotlights The Funk Brotherhood. All donations support the COVID-19 Community Relief Fund created by the Athens Area Community Foundation and the United Way of Northeast Georgia.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Charitable uses, trusts, and foundations Band music

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - April 27, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFyvsq80aG8

Description: A new message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz with some updates on local responses from ACCGov, details on the virtual Community Conversation on Wed., April 29 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. with members of the business community, information about organizations interested in applying for funding for providing indigent services, and encouragement to follow the resolution recently passed by the Mayor and Commission.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government

Title: Athens-Clarke County passes mask mandate unanimously

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9PX2rWSlx4

Description: A video from news outlet, 11Alive, informing the public of the passing of mask mandate in Athens-Clarke County.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health Local government--United States

Title: Special Message to the CCSD Community

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbM4-1y93V8

Description: A youtube video from Clarke County School District showcasing a special message from Dr. Xernona Thomas. Premiered September 3, 2020.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health County school systems

Title: 05.07.20 Band Together featuring Danny Allen, Universal Sigh and Thomas Johnson

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXadb9IFr5Q/

Description: Band Together presented by Terrapin Beer Company, The Classic Center, Athens Area Chamber of Commerce and MMT. All donations support the COVID-19 Community Relief Fund created by the Athens Area Community Foundation and the United Way of Northeast Georgia. Band Together is a weekly virtual concert series that brings together entertainers right to the public's doorstep. They met every Thursday night at 7 PM.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic Assistance Charitable uses, trusts, and foundations Band music

Title: Athens-Clarke County - Stay Strong, We'll See You Soon

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrzQ3rzYTWE

Description: Video from the local government reminding Athens citizens to stay strong by continuing to stay home, to stay healthy, to keep distance from others.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health Local government

Title: Reopening Information Session

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjblfGhpZ3c

Description: A youtube video from Clarke County School District relaying reopening information on October 27, 2020.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- School management and organization County school systems Forums (Discussion and debate)

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - September 18, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqAJOkjH_04

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz encouraging parents to keep up the good work with their children, announcing free WiFi access at certain ACCGov facilities for Clarke County School District students, discussing the upcoming Community Conversation on mental and emotional health on Wed., Sept. 23, and announcing fare free ACC Transit buses through the end of 2020.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Bus rapid transit Public Buildings--United States Wireless LANs

Title: Important message from Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Kathleen Toomey

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtLFsC2hjKA

Description: A message from Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Kathleen Toomey regarding COVID-19 data in Georgia.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public Health COVID-19 (Disease)

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - July 17, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qw9R0mEaTJo

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz about supporting the youth in the community, updates on upcoming meetings, face covers in public places, and continued opportunities to meet with the mayor in person.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Masks Youth

Title: School Virtual Town Hall - Barrow

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlsHVN9GV-o

Description: A youtube video from Clarke County School District showcasing Barrow Road Elementary School's virtual town hall. Premiered August 24, 2020 at 4:45 PM.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- County school systems Forums (Discussion and debate) School management and organization

Title: Update on Covid 19 and ACC Regs

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOf3ld8in4M

Description: An update on Athens-Clarke County and their proposed regulations on Thursday March 19th, 2020 for the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government--United States Real estate business

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz on March 23, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tei0qYMp3gw

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz about the upcoming week of planned responses from ACCGov as well as an update of feedback he has received about the recently passed ordinance requiring residents to shelter in place and businesses to take steps to slow the spread of coronavirus.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Local government--United States Public health COVID-19 (Disease)

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - November 6, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwgGx6FQNAk

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz reminding everyone to extend love to one another and see our shared humanity, discussing the upcoming runoff elections and incoming new Commissioners, and encouraging people to continue to wear masks, wash hands, and stay safe during the pandemic.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- COVID-19 (Disease) Voting

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - March 27, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wo_mf98mBsY

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz with some updates on local responses from ACCGov, including a new information line at 706-613-3333, a Spanish version of the ACCGov coronavirus website, and some information tools for community use. Mayor Girtz also includes information about the upcoming Mayor and Commission Work Session on Tuesday, March 31 to begin discussing local relief package options.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Local government--United States Public health

Title: 04.16.20 Band Together Featuring Max Woolery and Megan Moroney

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0waqNENY4k/

Description: Band Together presented by Terrapin Beer Company, The Classic Center and the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce. All donations support the COVID-19 Community Relief Fund created by the Athens Area Community Foundation and the United Way of Northeast Georgia.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic assistance Charitable uses, trusts, and foundations Band music

Title: 05.28.20 Band Together Featuring John King and Ashley Walls

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxV-_bmLtkA/

Description: Six String Southern Special. The video creators thanked Six String Southern Production for supporting this show of Band Together presented by Terrapin Beer Company, The Classic Center, Athens Area Chamber of Commerce and MMT.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Band music Economic assistance Charitable uses, trusts, and foundations

Title: Oconee and Clarke County Schools Vaccination Plan

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5Cqfs4H17M

Description: A video informing on March 8, 2021, educators and support staff in Oconee and Clarke County schools were given the opportunity to get the COVID-19 vaccine through a partnership with Piedmont Oconee Health Campus.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health County school systems Hospital care

Title: 05.14.20 Band Together featuring The Pink Stones, Nicholas Mallis and Wieuca

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sNfbl0q0ug/

Description: Band Together presented by Terrapin Beer Company, The Classic Center, Athens Area Chamber of Commerce and MMT. All donations support the COVID-19 Community Relief Fund created by the Athens Area Community Foundation and the United Way of Northeast Georgia.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Economic Assistance Charitable uses, trusts, and foundations Band music

Title: ACS Athens: COVID-19 and the Athens-Clarke County Jail

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uepWLco_jY

Description: In this online panel discussion, hosted by the ACS Athens Lawyer Chapter, Commissioner Denson addressed conditions at the jail, the dangers they pose to those incarcerated and the community, and how he and Commissioner Parker want all participants in the criminal legal system in Athens to respond to this threat. Ms. Roberts offered a statewide perspective on these issues and the challenges the crisis presents to efforts to reform the criminal legal system. Judge Hope addressed how he and his court have responded to the crisis. Former State Representative Deborah Gonzalez moderated.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Prisoners Jails--United States Prisoners--Health and hygiene--United States

Title: School Virtual Town Hall - J.J. Harris

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMsX0geyJo8

Description: A youtube video from Clarke County School District showcasing J.J. Harris Elementary School's Town Hall meeting on August 31, 2020 at 7:15 PM.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Forums (Discussion and debate) School management and organization County school systems

Title: School Virtual Town Hall - Clarke Middle School

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bO67MKowNZE

Description: A youtube video from Clarke County School District showcasing Clarke Middle School's town hall which occurred August 25, 2020 at 6 PM.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Forums (Discussion and debate) County school systems School management and organization

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - December 18, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfL4qvhAWN8

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz informing the public about the first COVID-19 vaccinations to be given in Athens-Clarke County and reminding people to continue using precautions while making plans over the upcoming holidays.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- COVID-19 (Disease) Christmas Vaccination

Title: Message from Mayor Kelly Girtz - August 21, 2020

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1qsGDLrUUs

Description: A message from Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz encouraging returning college students to behave responsibly in light of COVID-19, discussing the Mayor and Commission meeting on August 24 with the Clarke County School District, and introducing the Athens Music Walk of Fame.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- School districts County school systems University towns

Title: School Virtual Town Hall - Barnett Shoals

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr-RZF0-I5k

Description: A youtube video from Clarke County School District showcasing Barnett Shoals Elementary School's virtual town hall. Streamed on August 26, 2020 at 6 PM.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- County school systems School management and organization Forums (Discussion and debate)

Title: Athens-Clarke County to require masks | What you need to know

URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKCLJNVA95k

Description: A video from news outlet, 11Alive, informing the public that ACC would be begin requiring masks effective July 9, 2021.

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Subject:   COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- Public health Local government--United States

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