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and with the pandemic growing in our area, other cities are passing ordinances and <br /> resolutions requiring the wearing of face mask or coverings. Mayor Elumbaugh <br /> asked Dr. J.D. Allen to speak from a medical community perspective. Dr. Allen <br /> said this is an unprecedented pandemic and the virus is highly contagious. <br /> Unfortunately, we have more questions than answers at this point. Currently there <br /> have been 73 active cases in our area with 5 of those being hospitalized as of <br /> today. None of those patients are currently on a ventilator. Dr. Allen continued by <br /> saying the medical community wants to encourage the use of mask and social <br /> distancing. The repercussions of not doing these things are evident in states such <br /> as Florida. He wanted to ask our residents to participate in these tasks to help <br /> slow the spread. Councilmember Matthews talked about the changes he has seen <br /> in his dental practice. Councilmember Fredricks asked Dr. Allen if wearing a mask <br /> daily caused problems for medical professionals. Dr. Allen responded that most <br /> health care officials acclimate to their environment well. Councilmember Poole <br /> stated the wearing of masks protects others more than just the wearer. <br /> Councilmember Hubbard wanted to emphasize that wearing a mask is just a <br /> portion of the solution. Proper sanitizing of the mask and personal hygiene such as <br /> frequent hand washing and sanitizing are also very important. Mayor Elumbaugh <br /> recommended a resolution be passed at this time and if numbers start to spike, an <br /> ordinance could be passed with stricter guidelines. <br /> Councilmember Poole introduced a resolution directing the wearing of face <br /> coverings during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic emergency. City Attorney <br /> Meitzen read the resolution in full. Councilmember Bryant made a motion to adopt <br />