City of Pelican Bay Statement

During the government emergency declaration your normal routine will likely be disrupted. Some businesses are closed, you may be out of work, and your children out of school. You may also fear getting sick. This can cause stress and anxiety. Watch the video below for tips on how to remain mentally and physically healthy.

1. Use common sense and don't panic. Remember there is a limited quantity of food and supplies and there is not enough to go around if we all panic buy. Please be considerate of those who can not afford to buy in bulk or stock up a month's supply of food.

2. Be patient with people around you. They are all feeling the stress.

3. Follow the rules set by your federal, state, and local government regulating social distancing and quarantine. The better we follow these rules, the sooner we will get through this.

4. Check up on your elderly or sick neighbors by phone, email, Skype, or other video calling. You can also stand at the fence and holler like they do in Arkansas.

5. Donate. Public and charity resources will be under financial strain, and in short supply of many every day items you may take for granted. If you are one of those who bought a thousand rolls of toilet paper, experienced buyer's remorse, and are too embarrassed to return them to the store, you can contact one of the food banks below. They will happily accept donations of whatever you are willing to part with that will help those in need. Most donations are tax deductible.

6. Stay Positive.