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Executive Order GA-30: How It Affects the Community

Unsure of how Executive Order GA-30 impacts businesses and residents? Here’s a breakdown of Governor Abbott’s order relating to the state’s continued response to the COVID-19 disaster as Texas reopens.

Main Points

The new Execu...

Public Access Closed to City Hall

Due to an increase in COVID-19 cases and to protect the health and safety of employees and visitors, Irving City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd., is closed to the public until further notice, except for posted public meetings.

Utility bill payments and recycling...

Texas Expands Capacities for Restaurants and Other Service Industries

Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued two Executive Orders on Sept. 17 expanding occupancy levels for restaurants;, retail stores; office buildings; manufacturing facilities; gyms and exercise facilities and classes; museums; and libraries, as well as reautho...

City of Irving COVID-19 Financial Assistance

For Businesses

Childcare Center Assistance

Qualifying childcare providers can apply for $5,000 micro grants to help close the gap created by increased costs from new health and safety protocols at CityofIrving.org/COVID-Childcare.

For Families

Childcare Payme...

Be Prepared for Flu Season

Flu season is here, and the Irving Fire Department asks everyone to stay informed, get vaccinated and stop the spread of influenza. Flu is unpredictable, and can happen at any time, so get ahead of the season by getting a flu shot.

Remember these simple ti...

Feedback Wanted: How COVID-19 is Impacting Your Business?

The Irving Economic Development Partnership invites Irving business establishments to participate in a brief survey. The information provided will help community leaders understand and mitigate impacts associated with the current COVID-19 pandemic. The fe...

Dallas County COVID-19 Risk Status Moves to Orange

On Sept. 2, Dallas County Health and Human Services downgraded its COVID-19 status to orange (moderate risk level) from red (high-risk level). In May, the county instituted the color system to better communicate risk-levels to the public during the pandem...

Wells Fargo to Hold Irving Food Bank Distributions Through September

Wells Fargo has teamed up with Feeding America with a goal to provide 50 million meals nationwide to help feed seniors, children, adults and families. The organization has set food bank distribution days with the North Texas Food Bank for food bank distri...

Irving Offers Residents Childcare Payment Assistance

The City of Irving, along with Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas (WFS) and the ChildCareGroup (CCG), are offering families affected by COVID-19 emergency childcare assistance payments. These payments are not loans; they are full grants paid directly to t...

Irving Expands Housing, Utility Assistance Program for Residents

The City of Irving is expanding eligibility requirements to include more residents affected by the COVID-19 disaster to help them with past due rent, mortgage and utility bills. The Housing and Utility Assistance Program, launched in early August, offers ...

Dallas County: Stay Safe from COVID-19, Follow the Three W’s

Dallas County promotes the #NTXDoesItRight campaign, a countywide initiative to remind everyone to follow the three W’s to keep yourself, your family and your community safe from COVID-19.

• Wear a facemask when in public areas where socia...

Dallas County Opens Walk-Up COVID-19 Testing Site Aug. 24

Dallas County will open a new walk-up COVID-19 testing site Aug. 24 at Goodwill Industries of Dallas Inc., 3020 N. Westmoreland Road, Dallas, 75212, beginning Aug, 24. Free testing will be available at the site 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (closed Sunday), t...

How to Care for Someone with COVID-19

Do you know someone who has COVID-19 or is showing symptoms of the virus? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has tips for individuals caring for someone with COVID-19 in a home or nonhealthcare setting, as well as someone who tested posi...

Irving Offers Childcare Providers Business Assistance During Disaster

Beginning Aug. 7, eligible licensed early childhood centers and homes within Irving that have been impacted financially by COVID-19 can receive micro-grants up to $5,000. The application period runs through Nov. 30, 2020, or until funds are exhausted. Dow...

Governor Abbott Extends Statewide COVID-19 Disaster Declaration

Governor Greg Abbott today extended his Disaster Declaration for all Texas counties in response to COVID-19. Originally issued on March 13th, the Disaster Declaration provides the state a variety of resources to effectively serve Texans as the Lone Star S...

Face Coverings: Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the use of cloth face coverings for every person over the age of 2 who is traveling into public spaces. Cloth face covers work as a simple barrier to help prevent respiratory droplets from tr...

Dallas County Judge Issues COVID-19 Supplemental Orders

On Aug. 4, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued supplemental orders effective 11:59 p.m. Aug. 4 regarding COVID-19 policies to continue concurrently with Governor Abbott’s Disaster Proclamation until it is rescinded, suspended or amended.

Cont...

Coping with Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic can create strong emotions of fear and anxiety in adults and children. Additionally, public health actions, such as social distancing, can make people feel isolated and lonely, as well as increase their stress and anxiety.

The Centers...

Governor Extends Early Voting Period for Nov. 3 Election

Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation on July 27 extending the early voting period for the Nov. 3 election by nearly a week. Under this proclamation, early voting by personal appearance will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 13 and continue through Friday, Oct....

Do You Think You May Have COVID-19?

People with COVID-19 have reported a range of symptoms from mild to severe illness. COVID-19 symptoms may be present between two and 14 days after exposure to the virus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lists coronavirus symptoms as:

• Fe...

Office of the Governor Releases Spanish Language COVID-19 PSA

The Office of the Governor and Francisco Cigarroa, MD, of UT Health San Antonio released a new Spanish-language public service announcement (PSA) urging Texans to work together to slow the spread of COVID-19. In the PSA, Dr. Cigarroa encourages Texans to ...

Travel Considerations in the Time of Coronavirus

Sometimes travel outside one’s community cannot be avoided. Whether the trip is for business, pleasure or necessity, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises the public the risks of being infected and transmitting COVID-19 in...

Coronavirus Update: Prevent Getting Sick

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers guidance to help the public prevent the spread of the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions, such as heart or lung disease, or d...

Mayor Stopfer Provides Irving Update on COVID-19 Response

Mayor Rick Stopfer discusses the latest news and updates regarding the City of Irving’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Texas DSHS: No Negative COVID-19 Test Needed for Return to Work

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is recommending individuals who have mild COVID-19 symptoms, such as fever or cough, stay home in isolation and care for themselves in their residence. Oftentimes, those experiencing mild symptoms will ...

Irving Water Utilities Warns of Scams

Irving Water Utilities reminds customers to be aware of scams happening across the nation, including phone scams demanding payment for continued water service or offers of special water filters to provide protection from COVID-19.

Make Payments Safely

Irvin...

Governor Issues Executive Order Expanding Hospital Capacity

Governor Greg Abbott today issued Executive Order GA-27 to ensure hospital bed availability for COVID-19 patients as Texas faces an increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. The Governor’s order suspends elective surgeries at hospitals in...

Association Offers Restaurants Training, Certification in COVID-19 Health Protocols

Using a $500,000 grant from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), the Texas Restaurant Association (TRA) has partnered with Dallas College to provide online training and certification for restaurant workers and owners. Additionally, restaurants will recei...

Dallas County Tenant Hotline Available for Evictions, Rent Problems

Dallas County announced its Tenant Hotline is now up and running. For those individuals experiencing hardships with paying rent and also possibly facing eviction, the Dallas County Tenant Hotline can provide information and help connect with agencies and ...

Watch: Face Covering Recommendations

ICTN gives a quick overview of Dallas County’s face mask/coverings requirements, with pointers to keep you safe and healthy.

State of Texas Publishes COVID-19 Business Resources

The State of Texas recently published updates regarding the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and related assistance regarding COVID-19 for small businesses.

CARES Act

Passed by Congress on March 27, 2020, the programs and ...

Contact IPD's Special Events When Organizing Food, Donation Drives

During this unusual time for the public, the Irving Police Department (IPD) commends those who are organizing food and supplies distributions to those in need. The City of Irving and IPD are heartened by and support these efforts, but also recognize that ...

DART Offers Grocery Pickup, Delivery Service for Paratransit Customers

Beginning Monday, April 13, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) paratransit drivers will add grocery pickup and delivery to its services for customers.

The agency’s drivers will pick up groceries from the store and deliver them directly to the custo...

Texas Comptroller's Office: Help Is Available to Businesses

The Texas Comptroller’s Office knows that during periods of economic hardship, paying or remitting taxes and fees on time can feel like an extra burden when there’s so much uncertainty. 

As all taxpayers are doing their best to...

COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line Established

As a result of the current state of emergency, the North Texas Behavioral Health Authority launched a dedicated COVID-19 mental health support line to provide trauma informed support and psychological first aid to those experiencing stress and anxiety. Th...

CDC, EPA: Coronavirus Not Detected in Drinking Water

The COVID-19 virus has not been detected in drinking water. Conventional water treatment methods that use filtration and disinfection, such as those in most municipal drinking water systems, should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

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