WATERBURY, Conn. — The surge of positive COVID-19 cases continues to make its way through the City of Waterbury, this time directly reaching the mayor of the city.
City spokesperson, Mackenzie Demac confirmed Thursday Mayor Neil O'Leary tested positive for COVID-19. He is saying home and working remotely with his staff.
According to the Republican American, Mayor Neil O'Leary and his wife Kathy, tested positive for COVID-19 Thursday. The Mayor and his wife plan to quarantine at their home until October 22. Their 19-year-old daughter Maggie has no symptoms and is staying at another family residence.
The Mayor and his wife are just two more Waterbury City officials who have contracted the virus. The Chief of Police Fred Spagnolo and Mayoral Aide, David Lepore were confirmed to have tested positive for COVID-19 on October 5.
Waterbury is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 positive cases throughout the city. O'Leary is encouraging residents to follow COVID-19 guidelines like wearing a mask and social distancing.
