DHS did not respond to a request for comment. or anything. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. The Republican-dominated Legislature banned mask mandates on all school campuses, effectively ending the long-running debate over whether Scottsdale Unified should require masks next year. Chance of rain 100%. Periods of rain early. And that, she said, means it violates a constitutional requirement that the title of a bill must reflect what's in it. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism From campus-style resorts to a lush Sonoran Desert landscape thats ripe for exploration, Scottsdale is the ideal choice if youre looking for a getaway that allows you room to roam. The COVID-19 vaccine is widely available in the community. In Scottsdale, new cases per 100,000 residents and positive new test results were up recently in three of the citys 10 ZIP codes, according to Maricopa County. All Inclusive! And it's been done for political reasons. He said the same is true in places like Mississippi and Georgia. Lane eventually allowed Scottsdales mandate to lapse in September in favor of the countys regulations, but new Mayor David Ortega reinstated the citys mandate when he took office in January. We'd love to hear eyewitness Be Proactive. That data which does not measure vaccinations within school district boundaries shows 62.3 percent of eligible Scottsdale residents and 57.3 percent of the citys total population are fully vaccinated. Chance of rain 100%.. Cloudy. Chaplik went on to tell colleagues to look at whats happening elsewhere to disprove the claims that masks help prevent the spread of the virus. I have had friends die of COVID, Osborne said. This will cause problems in the fall with the Legislature out of session., While the measure does not proscribe penalties for entities that violate the ban on mask mandates, it was denounced by former state health director Will Humble, executive director for the Arizona Public Health Association, who called the measure stupid., Its harmful, its ill-advised. The CDC on Friday said it had studied case data from July and August from school districts in Pima and Maricopa counties and found, the odds of a school-associated COVID-19 outbreak were 3.5 times higher in schools with no mask requirement than in those with a mask requirement implemented at the time school started.. that is degrading to another person. ( Scottsdale Patch) Neiman Marcus in Scottsdale Amandatory mask mandate issued by Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane in June will remain in place indefinitely pending further review by the mayors office. Why is @ScottsdaleUSD insistent on pushing the socialist agenda of the @JoeBiden administration wrote Ugenti-Rita. It failed to get the necessary votes when it was considered as a separate measure. Her older two children wore masks while attending district schools last year, and they don't want to go back, she said. and reduce the number of students having to quarantine," the district said. The mask debate is picking up again, this time in Scottsdale. As we work toward that and as we are encouraged by the current trends, we are not there yet. Hawaii, Oregon, New Mexico, Illinois, Washington and Washington DC have kept most mask requirements in place, though some of those rules are likely to expire within the next several weeks. Charity Miller, who lives in Scottsdale, but whose children don't attend district schools, said that she took part in the protest Tuesday night because she thinks that wearing masks is dangerous for all children, not just her own. Rep. Travis Grantham, R-Gilbert, echoed that sentiment. Low near 40F. Periods of rain early. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - The city of Scottsdale announced that residents will no longer have to wear masks, but healthcare professionals are speaking out against this decision. He's talking about his decision with FOX 10's John Hook on Sept. 22. We have a proven solution with the vaccine. Chance of rain 100%. LaBaer said that means there is still a need to practice mitigation, including mask wearing and avoiding crowds. racist or sexually-oriented language. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lane signed an emergency proclamation on June 18 requiring mask usage in public spaces where social distancing cannot be maintained, including grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants and bars, gyms, shops, special events and public transit. Weve passed all of this into law, and it will not change. or anything. Corporate media seeks stories that serve its own interests. And K6-12 the vaccination rates are pretty poor still and Pfizer is so far the only one that can go below age 16., As a new school year begins, though, there are still risks with this virus and particularly because of Delta its a lot easier to catch it, he continued. T he coronavirus pandemic remained front and center when Scottsdales new council members were sworn into office on Jan. 12. Mask mandate was rarely enforced in Scottsdale, By Wayne Schutsky, Progress Managing Editor. April" class="redactor-linkify-object">https://twitter.com/dougducey/ Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. The city of Scottsdale has dropped its mask mandate, but Maricopa County's is still in place, resulting in two valley hospital systems to come out and say they oppose Scottsdale's decision. ", "I'm happy to hear that. WebStay up to date with boosters, as eligible. Don't Threaten. "Unless the laws challenged in this case are declared unconstitutional and enjoined, a great many children in Arizona will get COVID-19, they will get sick, they will suffer from long COVID, they will be hospitalized, and they may die,'' Roopali Desai told Cooper. Districts and school boards are now powerless to implement any mask measures without the legislature say so even if the CDC recommends. One of the most polarizing issues in Scottsdale Unified and most other school districts likely wont be going away any time soon after a judge ruled the ban on mask mandates and a slew of other measures passed by Republican legislators unconstitutional. FOX 10's Bailey Miller spoke with residents and visitors who expressed mixed feelings. Don't knowingly lie about anyone ], https://twitter.com/MichelleUgenti/status/1418748330964779012. Chance of rain 100%. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Face coverings still are required in most public places in Scottsdale due to Maricopa County's mask mandate. High 61F. And it comes as the more contagious Delta variant of the virus looms as a threat. While the mask mandate and vaccine bans dont have specific penalties for government entities that disobey it, state Attorney General Mark Brnovich has told Tucson it could lose out in $120 million in state share revenue if it tries to enforce a vaccine mandate for city employees. It didn't see numbers like that last year, when students were required to wear masks, Menzel said, although he admitted that the more contagious delta variant played a factor in the spread. For more information on preventing the spread of COVID-19, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Maricopa County Department of Public Health and Arizona Department of Health Services. Be Truthful. Keep it Clean. Be Proactive. Be Nice. SUSD officials responded that the description was part of a standard waiver form that wasnt tailored for SUSD use, and that the screener wouldnt acquire any of the information listed on the description. Health & Safety Protocols in Scottsdale, AZ | Official Travel Site Periods of rain early. The case before Cooper involved a challenge filed by a coalition of educators, school board members, child welfare advocates to the way the ban on mandates was passed by the Legislature. The Biden administration has promised to fund districts in other states that have been financially penalized for imposing mask mandates but has not made much of Arizonas ban beyond some initial threats weeks ago. racist or sexually-oriented language. The Maricopa County data, which also break down partially and fully vaccinated people, show that 46 percent of county residents are fully vaccinated. Be Nice. Dr. Cara Christ, director of the Arizona Department of Health Services, said the main reason restrictions were imposed was to avoid overwhelming the states health care system with COVID-19 patients. Nationally, the overall full vaccination rate is 43.7 percent and those who have received one shot comprise 51 percent of the nation's eligible population. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. It also sends a message to lawmakers that they can no longer use the practice of piling apparently unrelated issues into bills in an effort to corral the votes for the entire package. Follow her on Twitter, @CorinneMurdock or email tips to corinnejournalist@gmail.com. TUCSON, AZ Face masks will no longer be required in public places in Pima County, after Feb. 28. I think in the end, were going to have another event in the next 50 to 100 years, or even sooner depending on these variants, and if the answer is that the state government is going to just do nothing about it, and local government officials cant do anything about it like school districts, I think itll just make the situation much worse, Greenburg said. Keep it Clean. The new ban comes at a time when vaccination rates are flagging and when the more contagious Delta variant of COVID-19 has been spreading across Arizona and the rest of the country. Maintain at least 6 feet of space between yourself and others when visiting local businesses. There was a specific question regarding whether [the CDC order] applied to school buses [] the CDC confirmed that the order applies to school buses, whether they are operated by the district or by a private provider, wrote SUSD. While both the Maricopa County and Scottsdale mandates require individuals to wear masks in most public spaces, the orders differ in enforcement. Use the 'Report' link on I wish more places would lift the mask mandate.". Scottsdale Area Pets Who Need A Home: Meet Gumdrop, George, Lotus & More, Scottsdale Jobs: See Who's Hiring In The Area, Shop The Scottsdale Farmers Market Like A Pro, Info Here. Share with Us. Our seven-day trailing average has increased a little bit, said Dr. Joshua LaBaer, executive director of Arizona State Universitys Biodesign Institute. But our health officials again this year took no action, so I think its a bad policy.. Be Nice. Scottsdale Unified required masks right up to the end of the school year. In addition to the mandate ban, Cooper also voided a host of other laws approved by the Legislature that ranged from requirements for anti-fraud measures for ballots and prohibitions against cities and town from requiring face coverings or imposing curfews to banning proof of vaccination to attend universities or community colleges and limits on teaching what lawmakers have incorrectly referred to as "critical race theory.''. We'd love to hear eyewitness 15-342.05) from requiring students to be vaccinated against COVID. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Low near 40F. Threats of harming another Now, theyre saying no, school districts cant be making that decision at all; it is the health officials, Greenburg said. Rep. Joanne Osborne, R-Goodyear, who owns the jewelry store with the family name, told colleagues this is a difficult decision. Ditto, Desai said, of provisions she is challenging that were tucked into various measures, like one that bars colleges and universities from imposing vaccine requirements as a condition to attend classes, prohibits the establishment of a "vaccine passport,'' and bars the teaching of anything in public schools "that presents any form of blame or judgment on the basis of race, ethnicity or sex.''. Keep it Clean. Threats of harming another We'd love to hear eyewitness Court ruling helps keep Scottsdale mask mandate in place. The city lifted the mandate, but Maricopa County's mask mandate is still in place. Winds SSW at 10 to 20 mph. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Threats of harming another Scottsdale Area Pets Who Need A Home: Meet Gumdrop, George, Lotus & More, Scottsdale Jobs: See Who's Hiring In The Area, Shop The Scottsdale Farmers Market Like A Pro, Info Here. "Accordingly, it is the expectation that students and staff will continue to wear masks while on school property, with the previously noted exceptions for recess and physical education, in order to ensure we end the school year strong and in-person.". Yet no masks were required.. You have permission to edit this article. She said her employees wear masks. Cooper did not find that any of these provisions by themselves is illegal. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Be Truthful. Currently, only those students 5 and older are eligible to be vaccinated against COVID. On a 31-28 party-line vote, the House approved legislation that says business owners need not enforce any state, city, town or county requirement for people to wear a mask. As they have been throughout the country, the districts mask mandate was a polarizing subject in the community. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Rainfall around a quarter of an inch. State Senator Michelle Ugenti-Rita (R-Scottsdale) responded to parents concerned over SUSDs decision to break state law with a mask mandate. Doug Ducey's executive order Her argument has the support of state Superintendent of Public Schools Kathy Hoffman, who on Friday cited a new Centers for Disease Control study that showed the efficacy of masks in curbing COVID-19 infections in schools. SUSD is prohibited by Arizona law (A.R.S. Desai told Cooper that the larger and legally binding reason she should declare the provision banning mask mandates illegal is that it was tucked into a bill simply labeled a "budget reconciliation'' measure. Although the Centers for Disease Control said on July 9 that vaccinated students and staff don't need masks in schools, another measure by the Legislature forbids districts from requiring COVID vaccinations or a mask for in-classroom instruction. We are excited to welcome visitors back to Scottsdales sunny Sonoran Desert, and we encourage you to take this Safe Traveler Pledge, a few simple steps to minimize the risk of COVID-19. Be Truthful. Scottsdale was one of the first cities in the state to adopt a mandate in June after Governor Doug Ducey issued an order allowing them to put their own mask requirements in place. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. They know its harmful they being (state health) director Cara Christ and Governor Ducey. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. Police Search For Murder Suspect + Students Ill, Pesticide Contact, Local Dive With 'Killer Pizza' + Ukraine Refugees Reflect On Move, Tesla Crashes & Catches Fire Twice In Scottsdale + New Memorial, Social Security Seminar on March 8th and 9th at Eagles Community Center. But you deserve to know whats really going on in your community. Students who choose to ride the bus, along with SUSD bus drivers, will be required to wear masks while on the bus. Should the judges ruling be overturned on appeal, SUSD will follow the law.". While we have seen encouraging progress, and more and more people have received the vaccine, COVID remains a concern. This is a blanket violation of our constitutional rights and civil liberties.. However, unvaccinated people will still be required to wear masks indoors, the governor wrote. Several protesting parents stressed the struggle Scottsdale's youngest students face learning phonics and socializing when they cant see the faces of their teachers or their peers. Chance of rain 100%. Ducey press aide C.J. But Osborne, who provided the crucial -- and required -- 31st vote for the measure, said she had to side with her colleagues. "It is not strictly applied,'' he argued. The vote came over the objections of several lawmakers who said the measure ignores evidence of how masks, properly worn, help curb the spread of the disease that has so far killed half a million Americans, including more than 16,000 in Arizona. "Unfortunately, today's decision is the result of a rogue judge interfering with the authority and processes of another branch of government.''. In a letter sent to parents and staff, SUSD's leadership team said its decision stemmed from the district's belief in following the Centers for Disease Control's advice on preventing the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Arizona legislators should be more concerned about protecting public health and safety, not scoring political points and appeasing their base by making bad decisions, he said. (Rachel Nunes/Patch) SCOTTSDALE, AZ Four Scottsdale Unified School District board members face recall election petitions after they voted last week to Sign up for free today. Which states have mask mandates?CaliforniaHawaiiIllinoisNevadaNew MexicoNew YorkOregonWashington "The issue here is notwhatthe legislature decided buthowit decided what it did,'' she wrote. Put distance between yourself and other people, at least 6 feet. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. The issue came to a head at an SUSD school board meeting on May 18 when a group of unruly attendees including some Scottsdale parents as well as outside groups like the conservative Patriot Party of Arizona and Purple for Parents refused to wear masks, prompting the board to suspend the meeting. Until we have suppressed community spread by vaccinating more individuals, including children under 12, universal masking will continue to be a critical tool in limiting the spread of the virus in our schools.. Concerned parents asked SUSD about the screening description. Humble said the mandates helped businesses that wanted to enforce mask use avoid uncomfortable confrontations with customers. Be Nice. I would think that based on these arguments these states would have dead people piled up all over their state because no one else would be living because no one has masks on, Chaplik continued. From my position, there are no biomedical indicators that would suggest that now is a good time to reduce mitigation efforts, he said, adding: I think from the current position where were at, roughly at least half of our population is still either not vaccinated or has never had COVID-19, so they remain at risk of COVID-19 infection, and we know that the incidents of bad outcomes is still high.. Never miss an issue. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Humble said he believes an increase in cases will likely be driven by new COVID-19 variants. Be Truthful. They wanted to flex their muscles and so they made sure that that was put into the budget reconciliation bill and now districts and parents are going to have to live with it.. He said that decision left districts in a no-win situation where it had to deal with angry parents who were fighting us every step of the way on this on both sides people who wanted masks all the time, people who wanted social distancing all the time, people who wanted the schools to remain closed, and then people on the other side who just didnt want any of that.. Rep. John Kavanagh, R-Fountain Hills, had a slightly different take. Corinne Murdock is a contributing reporter for AZ Free News. Cobb and her two district colleagues had joined the Mohave County Board of Supervisors in sending a letter to the governor in May of last year that demanded he lift restrictions on businesses. We'd love to hear eyewitness PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. The K-5 kids none of them will be vaccinated, Humble said. Heidi Vega, spokeswoman for the Arizona School Boards Association, said, As far as the ban on masks, we think the biggest thing to emphasize is that now with variants causing concerns, it will be on the Legislature to deal with the debate over masks. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Scottsdale Advantage Independent Living for Seniors: Estrella Estates NEW LISTING! The district counters in its statement to parents and staff that most of the district's ZIP codes are in the 'substantial' transmission category. Now theyre saying, actually weve given you the choice for 10 days but now we think we know best so were now going to force the mandate even though we said we would allow you to choose, Solem said. Parents and others jammed the meeting room for Scottsdale Unified Governing Boards meeting Sept. 28, the day after a judge threw out the states ban on mask mandates. Whats Open? The city's Mayor Jim Lane issued a proclamation rescinding the city's face covering order, which went into effect in June. Don't knowingly lie about anyone "It's just a behavior we have to change and try and stay safe.". Use the 'Report' link on Cobb also appeared before Kingman City Council to criticize its mask mandate in September, according to the Mohave Valley Daily News, which quoted her as telling officials: I have heard from many local citizens of how divisive this proclamation has been to our community. The bill doesnt say masks dont work," he said. Be Truthful. The Legislature appealed to the state Supreme Court but lost on a request for an immediate stay oof Cooper's ruling. Individuals who refuse to comply with the Scottsdale order can be charged with a misdemeanor, which can carry a fine of up to $2,500 and a sentence of up to six months in jail. Winds SSW at 10 to 20 mph. Share with Us. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. The Scottsdale Unified School Board voted 4-1 to implement a mask mandate for its 28 school campuses and district facilities after a more than three-hour Duceys order lifted mask mandates on private businesses, putting the onus on them to optionally enforce one if they choose. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Don't Threaten. He also rapped Ducey for approving the measure. This latest announcement comes on the heels of another controversial act undertaken by SUSD. Sign up for free today. Scottsdale was one of the first cities in the state to adopt a mandate in June after Governor Doug Ducey issued an order allowing them to put their own mask Solem trusted that the district would follow through on what she said were multiple promises it made over the summer to ensure that masks would be optional. or anything. That says that were at the very minimum stabilized; I think well have to keep watching it to see if that becomes a solid upward trend, he added. Students as young as kindergarteners were eligible to participate in this screening. Never miss an issue. Relying on individual decisions to keep the spread of COVID-19 in check has not gone well so far, Hart-Wells said. You have permission to edit this article. Earlier this month, the Arizona legislature banned mask mandates within its K-12 budget. Ducey didnt respond to news of SUSDs mask mandate. Don't knowingly lie about anyone See below for details on the ways to ensure your visit in Scottsdale is as safe as it is enjoyable. Three medical professionals Dr. Cadey Harrel, family physician in Tucson and the Arizona State Lead for the Committee to Protect Health Care; Dr. Ricardo Correa, an endocrinologist in Phoenix; and Dr. Elizabeth Jacobs, professor of epidemiology held a press conference last week to condemn the ban on mask mandates. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Winds SW at 15 to 25 mph. Students started off last school year virtually. Chance of rain 100%.. Cloudy. Rain. Students will be able to attend school. So far, the district has seen 95 positive cases on its campuses. States with mask mandates Four US states and four territories currently require masks in indoor settings like restaurants, bars and gyms: Illinois Hawaii Oregon Washington District of Columbia The ban deprives districts of a tool many relied on to help reduce COVID-19 transmission levels in the community as well as in schools. LaBaer, too, acknowledged that enforcement impacted the effectiveness of mitigation measures, noting that Arizona faced a massive surge in cases over the winter when the mandates were still in effect. person will not be tolerated. The measure is one of dozens that were tacked on without any hearing to the state budget bill passed by the Legislature and signed by Gov. #LeaveOurKidsAlone[. Tuesday's public hearing was on an instructional model that would make it possible for quarantined or sick students to learn from home without being counted absent. Last week, the district sent home 150 symptomatic students. Be Proactive. Roberts said hes heard a figure that something like 90% of the state is covered by some local mask mandate. The move followed the governors decision in April to rescindthe order mandating masks in schools. Stay up to date on the latest in Arizona by signing up to get FREE news delivered to your inbox. Duceys executive order did not impact schools. Ensuring a healthy and safe school environment for students and staff remains our goal, Menzel said. On March 25, 2021, Arizonas governor allowed all businesses to resume normal operations, including hotels, restaurants, bars and attractions. Earlier this month, the Arizona legislature banned mask mandates within its K-12 budget. person will not be tolerated. She said that's backed by evidence that shows not just an increasing number of cases among children now one out of every four in Maricopa County but also that schools with mask mandates have a lower rate of infection than those without. Use the 'Report' link on Governor Doug Ducey rescinded local mask mandates in March, but masks will still be required in schools and City of Scottsdale buildings and facilities, including the citys libraries. Chance of rain 100%.. Cloudy. According to Todays News-Herald Havasu News, Cobb and the rest of that districts delegation had lobbied Lake Havasu officials to lift their mask requirement as early as last September, although it is unclear if they had also joined parents pressing the school board to lifting its mandate, which expired at the end of the school year. Please contact individual businesses directly if you would like detailed information on their efforts to protect you and other guests. 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