COVID-19 Resources & Assistance

The Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce continues to monitor the impact of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 on the economy as well as how it will continue to directly impact our business community in the Twin Ports.  With that in mind, this page is designed to be a one-stop hub of resources and information for businesses and individuals in our region.  We will continue to update this page with new information as it becomes available.  
 

Douglas County Testing & Vaccination Sites
Testing Information:
If you are in need of a COVID-19 test, there are six sites in close proximity to Douglas County where you can be tested. 

Click here to learn more about each site and how to schedule a test.
 

Vaccination Information:
Douglas County Health Services Vaccine Information & Resources Page

Vaccine Hotline: 715-395-7736
If you are unable to leave a message, please try again the next day. Every effort is being made to clear the line each weekday.

UW-Superior Wessman Arena Vaccination Clinic Information -  On Tuesday, April 13, Wessman Arena opened as a Douglas County Health Vaccination Clinic. The Pfizer (12+) and Johnson & Johnson (1 dose, 18+) vaccinations are currently being administered. Starting July 20th, the clinic will be open Tuesdays 11 am - 3 pm, and Fridays 11 am - 3 pm. No appointment is necessary.

Local Mask Guidance

On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, the City Council voted to repeal a mask resolution for the City of Superior.  The Douglas County Health Services Agency also announced on May 18, 2021, that fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask. The City of Duluth and the State of Minnesota have also removed their mask mandates for vaccinated persons as of Friday, May 14, 2021. 

With all of these repeals, it is still up to individual businesses to decide whether or not they will continue to enforce mask usage on their premises. The Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce has provided posters should a business choose to utilize them. 

Mask Requirement Posters

Be Cool, Use Your Mask
Support Local, Wear a Mask
Thank You for Wearing a Mask
Wear Your Mask, So our Business Stays Open

Financial Resources & Individual-Resource Help

Financial assistance programs through the CARES Act and other resources are still available to businesses.  Please see our COVID-19 Assistance link for more information on each program. 

If you an individual looking for CARES Act help please reach out to Northwest Community Services Agency. A number of assistance programs are available for individuals.  Please call NWCSA at 715-392-5127 for direct guidance based on your situation. 

State of Wisconsin Safer At Home & Badger Bounce Back Information

On March 24, 2020, Governor Evers announced the Safer at Home Order. The order was extended until May 26, 2020, with Emergency Order #34. Effective May 14, the Safer at Home Order and the extension was ended by the Wisconsin Supreme Court. 

The Governor's Office announced a Badger Bounce Back plan on Monday, April 20, 2020. This plan lays out the milestones needed and groundwork for a phased process to reopen businesses in Wisconsin.  The Wisconsin Department of Economic Development has released guidelines on safe business practices for all essential and nonessential businesses, available here. 

SCAM ALERT

Please note that during this pandemic, we have been made aware of increased scam activity.  Please stay vigilant and use caution regarding who you give your information to.