Town of Vernon to Distribute N-95 Masks to Adult Vernon Residents Thursday Afternoon at Henry Park
(VERNON, Connecticut) – The Town of Vernon will hand out N-95 masks to adult town residents from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, January 6th, 2022 at Henry Park.
The Town has received a supply of N-95 masks from the state that will be distributed to Vernon residents. Masks are for adults only and not for children. Town residents will have to show identification to receive three masks.
Distribution will follow the same format as Tuesday’s home test kit distribution. Town residents will enter Henry Park from South Street and drive to Fox Hill Tower, where masks will be distributed.
“Building off our successful home test kit distribution event Tuesday at Henry Park, we will be distributing masks in a safe, orderly and efficient manner Thursday at Henry Park starting at 3 p.m.,” Mayor Dan Champagne said.
“As we continue to address the COVID-19 pandemic, masks are another important layer of protection for people to consider to keep themselves and their families protected and safe,” Town Administrator and Emergency Management Director Michael Purcaro said.
Distribution of masks is on a first come, first served basis.
Only adults can receive masks because they are adult size.
The distribution is drive-thru only.
Only Vernon residents can obtain masks.
Three masks will be given to each adult Vernon resident in the vehicle.
When asked to show your ID, please hold it up to your closed car window.
Please remain in your vehicle.
Please wear masks when interacting with town staff.
Please check the Town website, www.vernon-ct.gov, and Town social media for updates.