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demic is social distancing, community mitigation and public health intervention,” he said in a written statement. “Now is the time to act.” In addition, City Hall will be closed to the public until March 30 and all nonessential city employees “shall not report to work.” DeMaria said employees will not be permitted to travel during this time unless permission was granted ahead of time. “Employees found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to discipline,” said DeMaria. “The purpose of the shutdown is social distancing to prevent the spread of the virus. Employees will be paid appropriately.” The Connolly Center, the Everett Public Libraries as well as the Everett Health and Wellness Center will also be closed for the next two weeks. Those residents who depend on the Connolly Center for daily meals are urged to contact Program Manager Dale Palma at Dale.Palma@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2323. The city has also cancelled all meetings during this time. However, the 311 service will remain active as will the Department of Public Works, Parking Enforcement and Permitting/Code Enforcement. “We understand that this is not convenient; however, it is crucial for the social distancing strategy recommended by the Center for Disease Control and the Department of Public Health,” said DeMaria. “All closures will be reassessed towards the end of the closing periods.”