Marshall Mayor Julie Schwetz updated the city’s citizens with a message on Tuesday, March 31.
Her message included: for Saline County, there have been 200 COVID-19 tests (a number that is changing as the days pass), and zero positive cases.
The Marshall Park Board will be meeting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1, and part of the agenda includes discussing how to enforce social distancing without closing the entire park. Schwetz says she has passed on any idea given to her to be considered. “We have a wonderful park, and there may be ways to mitigate risks while allowing citizens to enjoy the beautiful spring days.”
Schwetz says she will be participating in a conference call this morning with elected leaders of the county and its cities, law enforcement and the Health Department. They will continue discussions of state guidelines and stay-at-home orders as they relate to the well-being of the county’s communities.
Schwetz says there is help available from the Small Business Administration for businesses and sole proprietors seeking financial help during this time. She urges those proprietors affected to call the Marshall Chamber of Commerce at (660) 886-3324 for more information.
Schwetz adds there has been so much good shining from people this past week that she just can’t help but applaud them. She mentioned school district employees serving free lunches to students; a church handing out free meals; a Bear Hunt; a night of cruising; and several citizens who have offered to help those who are unable to run errands/pick up medicines or food themselves. She says she also received a call from a citizen asking where she could donate some money for the meals that are being prepared because she is unable to physically help. Schwetz says “Goodness exists!”
Schwetz also says she is helping to coordinate a centralized system for donations, items needed and those who need help. “We are excited to get this going, and we’ll be sure to give more details when available.”
And Schwetz urges residents to “Please remember to do your part and follow the guidelines!”