March 28, 2024

Selectmen Urge Residents to Be ‘Vigilant’

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The Rehoboth Board of Selectmen are urging residents to remain vigilant and to adhere to social distancing guidelines in the midst of the coronavirus epidemic

Governor Charlie Baker is anticipating a surge in the number of cases in the next few weeks

With an eye toward public safety, selectmen have postponed the annual town meeting to June 16 and the town election to June 30. “This isn’t a movie you can turn off,” said Chairman Gerry Schwall. “This is very real.

Selectmen also urged residents to continue to support local restaurants and asked for motorists to slow down due to the increased number of people walking on busy roadways

Schwall praised the generosity of town residents in their efforts to provide protective gear to medical personnel and first responders. Schwall noted 195 masks have been collected, 10 N95 respirators, and a multitude of cleaning supplies.

“The spirit of this town continues to impress all of us,” Schwall added.

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