Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
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Department: County Commission
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COVID-19 VACCINATIONS - COMMISSIONER SHARIEF
ACTION: (T-1:00 PM) Commissioner Sharief commented on COVID-19 vaccination areas within Broward County, noting some difficulties seniors have experienced in regard to receiving vaccines and provided 833-476-1526 as a contact number. In addition, Commissioner Sharief shared 866-201-6313 as a contact number for home healthcare workers to utilize in regard to scheduling vaccination appointments.
In response to Commissioner Sharief, Commissioner Rich encouraged patience in scheduling vaccine appointments, citing vaccine supply issues, as well as shared the positive experience of Bill Edelstein, former CEO of Memorial Manor Nursing Home, in obtaining vaccination at a Department of Health site in Davie. In addition, Commissioner Rich thanked Department of Health staff, including Dr. Thaqi and Renee Podolsky, for the incredible work they are doing under difficult circumstances. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)