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Gov. Cooper is highlighting all of the ways he has helped people & businesses during the pandemic.
He is also pitching budget items in his proposal.
One time bonuses $2,500 for teachers & principals. $1,500 for other school workers.
#NCpol
He is also pitching budget items in his proposal.
One time bonuses $2,500 for teachers & principals. $1,500 for other school workers.
#NCpol
More money for broadband.
Will talk more about bond package during #NCGA session.
We need to increase unemployment amounts (up to $500/week) and duration.
#NCpol
Will talk more about bond package during #NCGA session.
We need to increase unemployment amounts (up to $500/week) and duration.
#NCpol
It's time to help of these North Carolinians. I know we can do it.
State Budget Director Charlie Perusse joins me.
Details: https://www.osbm.nc.gov/budget/governors-budget-recommendations
#NCpol
State Budget Director Charlie Perusse joins me.
Details: https://www.osbm.nc.gov/budget/governors-budget-recommendations
#NCpol
WCNC reporter Q:
Old people are not tech savvy to sign up for vax? What are the options?
Gov:
We're working very hard to make sure there are many avenues for seniors.
Cohen:
Vax providers are working with community appointments.
But there is a low supply of vax.
#NCpol
Old people are not tech savvy to sign up for vax? What are the options?
Gov:
We're working very hard to make sure there are many avenues for seniors.
Cohen:
Vax providers are working with community appointments.
But there is a low supply of vax.
#NCpol
Follow-up reporter Q:
What can we do to help old people?
Gov:
It is fantastic for family & friends to help seniors to get appointments.
Our team is making great efforts to reach these old people.
#NCpol
What can we do to help old people?
Gov:
It is fantastic for family & friends to help seniors to get appointments.
Our team is making great efforts to reach these old people.
#NCpol
N&O reporter Q:
Logistics to get teachers the vax?
Cohen:
Working on it & will share more info as we get closer.
Q:
Forsyth DA blocking disclosure of info on a death investigation
Gov:
Don't know about that.
#NCpol
Logistics to get teachers the vax?
Cohen:
Working on it & will share more info as we get closer.
Q:
Forsyth DA blocking disclosure of info on a death investigation
Gov:
Don't know about that.
#NCpol
ABC-11 reporter Q:
Respond directly to NCAE?
Gov:
I am so grateful for educators & staff. Heroes. I've been a fighter for them. We proposed significant safety guidelines. Based on research. Will work with them to keep them safe.
#NCpol
Respond directly to NCAE?
Gov:
I am so grateful for educators & staff. Heroes. I've been a fighter for them. We proposed significant safety guidelines. Based on research. Will work with them to keep them safe.
#NCpol
Gov:
I am proposing bonuses. We need to show them appreciation.
Follow-up Q:
#NCGA bill requiring schools to reopen?
Gov:
Bill doesn't follow @NCDHHS guidelines. Have to see the final bill. We want to open safely. Bill doesn't do that.
#NCpol
I am proposing bonuses. We need to show them appreciation.
Follow-up Q:
#NCGA bill requiring schools to reopen?
Gov:
Bill doesn't follow @NCDHHS guidelines. Have to see the final bill. We want to open safely. Bill doesn't do that.
#NCpol
WRAL reporter Q:
A lot of Supts say impossible to maintain 6' distancing.
Gov:
We're seeing this done successfully throughout NC. Must stick to science & research. Experts feel pretty good about the safety - especially younger grades.
Cohen:
Little spread in classrooms
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A lot of Supts say impossible to maintain 6' distancing.
Gov:
We're seeing this done successfully throughout NC. Must stick to science & research. Experts feel pretty good about the safety - especially younger grades.
Cohen:
Little spread in classrooms
#NCpol
Cohen:
Depending on the district, if classrooms are larger & fewer people sending their kids, you CAN keep the 6' distance.
#NCpol
Depending on the district, if classrooms are larger & fewer people sending their kids, you CAN keep the 6' distance.
#NCpol
WUNC reporter Q:
Are #NCGA leaders in agreement with you on your budget proposal?
Gov:
They know about our proposal. We have rainy day fund to pay for bonuses because teachers didn't get raises last year.
(NOTE: Cooper vetoed them)
#NCpol
Are #NCGA leaders in agreement with you on your budget proposal?
Gov:
They know about our proposal. We have rainy day fund to pay for bonuses because teachers didn't get raises last year.
(NOTE: Cooper vetoed them)
#NCpol
Follow-up reporter Q:
Prioritize teachers & health care workers with comorbidities?
Cohen:
Currently vaxing 65+. Next is frontline essential workers. We won't sub-prioritize, but work with vax providers to operationalize. So they can get to folks.
Low vax supply.
#NCpol
Prioritize teachers & health care workers with comorbidities?
Cohen:
Currently vaxing 65+. Next is frontline essential workers. We won't sub-prioritize, but work with vax providers to operationalize. So they can get to folks.
Low vax supply.
#NCpol
FOX 8 reporter:
Vax in long-term care facilities?
Perusse:
Cohen is best suited to answer that Q. She will respond later.
(Cohen left)
#NCpol
Vax in long-term care facilities?
Perusse:
Cohen is best suited to answer that Q. She will respond later.
(Cohen left)
#NCpol
N&O reporter Q:
Is the $695m from the rainy day fund?
Perusse:
Yes. Fund is at $5b. Fed money not coming fast enough.
#NCpol
Is the $695m from the rainy day fund?
Perusse:
Yes. Fund is at $5b. Fed money not coming fast enough.
#NCpol
WRAL reporter Q:
Got here late. Sorry.
Is your proposal inclusive of #NCGA bill passed today?
Perusse:
Yes.
#NCpol
Got here late. Sorry.
Is your proposal inclusive of #NCGA bill passed today?
Perusse:
Yes.
#NCpol
Follow-up reporter Q:
When are revenue projections coming?
Perusse:
By end of next week. Feb 10 or 11.
#NCpol
When are revenue projections coming?
Perusse:
By end of next week. Feb 10 or 11.
#NCpol
Carolina Public Press reporter Q:
Re-opening application for HOPE program?
Perusse:
Still working through details & guidelines. Goal is yes, to open it up.
We are leader in US for this emergency rental & utility assistance program. Trying to match NC guidelines with fed.
#NCpol
Re-opening application for HOPE program?
Perusse:
Still working through details & guidelines. Goal is yes, to open it up.
We are leader in US for this emergency rental & utility assistance program. Trying to match NC guidelines with fed.
#NCpol
Follow-up reporter Q:
How much for CVMS system?
Perusse:
Not familiar with exact allocation amounts. DHHS can get you that direct info. Feds have provided guidance on how $700m to be allocated over 2-3 years for vax distribution.
#NCpol
How much for CVMS system?
Perusse:
Not familiar with exact allocation amounts. DHHS can get you that direct info. Feds have provided guidance on how $700m to be allocated over 2-3 years for vax distribution.
#NCpol
AP reporter Q:
What happens if Congress passes another relief package? Could we spend potential fed money on bonuses?
Perusse:
Unknown at this time. We want to maximize use of fed money. Hard to know about timing. Recent fed $ have limited flexibility for use.
#NCpol
What happens if Congress passes another relief package? Could we spend potential fed money on bonuses?
Perusse:
Unknown at this time. We want to maximize use of fed money. Hard to know about timing. Recent fed $ have limited flexibility for use.
#NCpol
NC Ag Weekly-up Q:
My Q is for Cohen. Rural people cannot set up appointment or had them canceled. What is DHHS to assure rural residents are getting the same attention as urban citizens.
Perusse:
They'll get back to you on that.
<Briefing ends>
#NCpol
My Q is for Cohen. Rural people cannot set up appointment or had them canceled. What is DHHS to assure rural residents are getting the same attention as urban citizens.
Perusse:
They'll get back to you on that.
<Briefing ends>
#NCpol
