KZMU News

On the latest roundup with The Times-Independent, a discussion about partially reopening Moab’s economy, state and local guidelines on face coverings and other methods to keep community members safe, and new local COVID-19 cases. Plus, the school district reviews online student learning and a local business closes permanently after the economic fallout from COVID-19.

Show Notes:

Reopening Moab – except national parks, camping

https://moabtimes.com/2020/04/30/reopening-moab-except-national-parks-camping/?fbclid=IwAR2P9_CxYW6PI_u97khsdzSrdp7Zzsow9kbQn06zCR1-ThOKrDpUjNbwPoE

Interview: Why open Moab now?

https://moabtimes.com/2020/04/30/interview-why-open-moab-now/

Most students completing most online work; some have not logged on at all

https://moabtimes.com/2020/05/01/most-students-completing-most-online-work-some-have-not-logged-on-at-all/

The party is over at Imagination Station art supply store

https://moabtimes.com/2020/05/01/the-party-is-over-at-imagination-station-art-supply-store/

On the latest roundup with The Times-Independent, a discussion about partially reopening Moab’s economy, state and local guidelines on face coverings and other methods to keep community members safe, and new local COVID-19 cases. Plus, the school district reviews online student learning and a local business closes permanently after the economic fallout from COVID-19.

Show Notes:

Reopening Moab – except national parks, camping

https://moabtimes.com/2020/04/30/reopening-moab-except-national-parks-camping/?fbclid=IwAR2P9_CxYW6PI_u97khsdzSrdp7Zzsow9kbQn06zCR1-ThOKrDpUjNbwPoE

Interview: Why open Moab now?

https://moabtimes.com/2020/04/30/interview-why-open-moab-now/

Most students completing most online work; some have not logged on at all

https://moabtimes.com/2020/05/01/most-students-completing-most-online-work-some-have-not-logged-on-at-all/

The party is over at Imagination Station art supply store

https://moabtimes.com/2020/05/01/the-party-is-over-at-imagination-station-art-supply-store/

As the Southeast Utah Health Department plans to crack open the door to visitors this weekend, where are local medical providers in this discussion? Jen Sadoff, CEO of Moab Regional Hospital, reviews the factors that have put them in a better position to receive an increase of COVID-19 patients. And she reveals the key to keeping the economy open – vigilance about wearing face coverings in public, social distancing whenever possible, and continuing to take this pandemic seriously. And later in the news, our partners report on how an impending US Supreme Court decision on DACA could affect the Roaring Fork Valley. Plus, a new report strengthens the case that the Colorado River is likely to see severe declines in the future.

Show Notes:

Moab Regional Hospital CEO Jen Sadoff Interview (00:00 – 14:00 min)

https://mrhmoab.org/coronavirus-updates/

https://coronavirus.utah.gov/mask/

Aspen Public Radio, DACA Feature (14:00 – 18:00 min)

https://www.aspenpublicradio.org/post/local-dreamers-brace-us-supreme-court-decision-daca-amid-pandemic

Rocky Mountain Community Radio, Massive Report Compiles Best Science on Colorado River (18:00 – 19:00 min)

https://wwa.colorado.edu/publications/reports/CRBreport/ColoRiver_StateOfScience_WWA_2020_FullReport_hi-res.pdf

As the Southeast Utah Health Department plans to crack open the door to visitors this weekend, where are local medical providers in this discussion? Jen Sadoff, CEO of Moab Regional Hospital, reviews the factors that have put them in a better position to receive an increase of COVID-19 patients. And she reveals the key to keeping the economy open – vigilance about wearing face coverings in public, social distancing whenever possible, and continuing to take this pandemic seriously. And later in the news, our partners report on how an impending US Supreme Court decision on DACA could affect the Roaring Fork Valley. Plus, a new report strengthens the case that the Colorado River is likely to see severe declines in the future.

Show Notes:

Moab Regional Hospital CEO Jen Sadoff Interview (00:00 – 14:00 min)

https://mrhmoab.org/coronavirus-updates/

https://coronavirus.utah.gov/mask/

Aspen Public Radio, DACA Feature (14:00 – 18:00 min)

https://www.aspenpublicradio.org/post/local-dreamers-brace-us-supreme-court-decision-daca-amid-pandemic

Rocky Mountain Community Radio, Massive Report Compiles Best Science on Colorado River (18:00 – 19:00 min)

https://wwa.colorado.edu/publications/reports/CRBreport/ColoRiver_StateOfScience_WWA_2020_FullReport_hi-res.pdf

Announcing their phased reopening plan for Grand County, the Southeast Utah Health Department said they expect an increase in COVID-19 cases appearing with renewed visitation. However, from testing to medical supplies, they say they are better prepared for whatever comes. We spoke with Health Officer Bradon Bradford and Environmental Health Director Orion Rodgers to learn more about the decision to partially reopen Grand County to tourism. And later in the news, a walk down a local canyon during a time of social distance. Moab Solutions’ Sara Melnicoff weighs in on silence, restoration, and caring for people and planet.

Show Notes:

Interview with SEUHD (00:00 - 17:00 min)

5/1 Expected Amendments

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amendments-Expected-5-1-3.pdf

Lodging Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Lodging-Requirements-Moderate-Risk-Phase-3.pdf

Food Establishment Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Food-Establishments_ModeratePhase-4.pdf

Gym and Fitness Center Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Gyms-and-Fitness-Centers-ModeratePhase-3.pdf

Personal Services Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Personal-Services_ModeratePhase-1-3.pdf

General Business Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/General-Business_ModeratePhase-3.pdf

Mill Creek Canyon Feature (17:00 - 30:00 min)

Moab Solutions

https://www.moab-solutions.org

Announcing their phased reopening plan for Grand County, the Southeast Utah Health Department said they expect an increase in COVID-19 cases appearing with renewed visitation. However, from testing to medical supplies, they say they are better prepared for whatever comes. We spoke with Health Officer Bradon Bradford and Environmental Health Director Orion Rodgers to learn more about the decision to partially reopen Grand County to tourism. And later in the news, a walk down a local canyon during a time of social distance. Moab Solutions’ Sara Melnicoff weighs in on silence, restoration, and caring for people and planet.

Show Notes:

Interview with SEUHD (00:00 - 17:00 min)

5/1 Expected Amendments

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amendments-Expected-5-1-3.pdf

Lodging Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Lodging-Requirements-Moderate-Risk-Phase-3.pdf

Food Establishment Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Food-Establishments_ModeratePhase-4.pdf

Gym and Fitness Center Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Gyms-and-Fitness-Centers-ModeratePhase-3.pdf

Personal Services Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Personal-Services_ModeratePhase-1-3.pdf

General Business Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/General-Business_ModeratePhase-3.pdf

Mill Creek Canyon Feature (17:00 - 30:00 min)

Moab Solutions

https://www.moab-solutions.org

The Southeast Utah Health Department released their phased ‘reopening’ plan for Grand County, which could move forward as soon as Friday. It closely aligns with a statewide plan for reopening business with one big exception – overnight lodging and camping. Grand County’s plan limits overnight lodging capacity and keeps camping closed to nonresidents. Reopening Utah’s local economies during a health crisis is not a straightforward issue. Each community is unique, and there are many factors involved including public health, safety, and well…politics. So on today’s news, we speak with Grand County Attorney Christina Sloan, who has closely tracked this planned reopening on a state and local level.

Show Notes:

Amendments Expected

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amendments-Expected-5-1-2.pdf

Lodging Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Lodging-Requirements-Moderate-Risk-Phase-2.pdf

Food Establishment Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Food-Establishments_ModeratePhase-3.pdf

Gym and Fitness Center Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Gyms-and-Fitness-Centers-ModeratePhase-2.pdf

Personal Services Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Personal-Services_ModeratePhase-1-2.pdf

General Business Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/General-Business_ModeratePhase-2.pdf

The Southeast Utah Health Department released their phased ‘reopening’ plan for Grand County, which could move forward as soon as Friday. It closely aligns with a statewide plan for reopening business with one big exception – overnight lodging and camping. Grand County’s plan limits overnight lodging capacity and keeps camping closed to nonresidents. Reopening Utah’s local economies during a health crisis is not a straightforward issue. Each community is unique, and there are many factors involved including public health, safety, and well…politics. So on today’s news, we speak with Grand County Attorney Christina Sloan, who has closely tracked this planned reopening on a state and local level.

Show Notes:

Amendments Expected

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amendments-Expected-5-1-2.pdf

Lodging Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Lodging-Requirements-Moderate-Risk-Phase-2.pdf

Food Establishment Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Food-Establishments_ModeratePhase-3.pdf

Gym and Fitness Center Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Gyms-and-Fitness-Centers-ModeratePhase-2.pdf

Personal Services Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Personal-Services_ModeratePhase-1-2.pdf

General Business Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/General-Business_ModeratePhase-2.pdf

The Southeast Utah Health Department has released a ‘phased plan’ for Grand County that would allow overnight lodging establishments to re-open beginning May 1, but with restricted capacities, aggressive cleaning requirements, and 72 hour ‘rest periods’ between room stays. Under the phased plan, camping would still be closed to non-residents until the National Parks are reopened. The health department does expect an increase in COVID-19 cases in the area as visitors enter the community. However, they currently believe they are “prepared to care for individuals who become ill, if we are able to limit the number of people entering our community through lodging restrictions.”

Show Notes:

Amendments Expected

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amendments-Expected-5-1.pdf

Lodging Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Lodging-Requirements-Moderate-Risk-Phase.pdf

Food Establishment Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Food-Establishments_ModeratePhase-1.pdf

Gym and Fitness Center Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Gyms-and-Fitness-Centers-ModeratePhase.pdf

General Business Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/General-Business_ModeratePhase.pdf

Personal Services Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Personal-Services_ModeratePhase-1.pdf

The Southeast Utah Health Department has released a ‘phased plan’ for Grand County that would allow overnight lodging establishments to re-open beginning May 1, but with restricted capacities, aggressive cleaning requirements, and 72 hour ‘rest periods’ between room stays. Under the phased plan, camping would still be closed to non-residents until the National Parks are reopened. The health department does expect an increase in COVID-19 cases in the area as visitors enter the community. However, they currently believe they are “prepared to care for individuals who become ill, if we are able to limit the number of people entering our community through lodging restrictions.”

Show Notes:

Amendments Expected

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amendments-Expected-5-1.pdf

Lodging Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Lodging-Requirements-Moderate-Risk-Phase.pdf

Food Establishment Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Food-Establishments_ModeratePhase-1.pdf

Gym and Fitness Center Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Gyms-and-Fitness-Centers-ModeratePhase.pdf

General Business Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/General-Business_ModeratePhase.pdf

Personal Services Requirements

https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Personal-Services_ModeratePhase-1.pdf