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It's time for #AskTheMayor on

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☎️: 646 435 7280 wnyc.org/shows/bl

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WNYC's

says his questions will be about schools, indoor dining and police reform. Share yours with #AskTheMayor Plus, Mayor

shares the new seven day average of 2.83%

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adds that parents should be prepared and have a plan for the rest of November, beginning as early as Monday, if schools are not open.

4:12 PM · Nov 13, 2020

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points out how some have said restaurants should close at 3% COVID-19 positivity rate first, not schools. Why not change the plan?

says we must focus on health and safety first, and stay consistent.

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"It was our health care leadership working with me to decide what we thought was the standard,"

says about the 3% decision.

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Mayor

says people should not travel for the holidays, and should not have large indoor gatherings. He says this is crucial.

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A blended learning parent calls in about accurate test and trace data and tells the mayor to not close the schools, but to close bars, gyms and restaurants.

says he believes they have been transparent on #AskTheMayor.

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Thanks for tuning in to #AskTheMayor. We're following up on

's announcement that NYC public schools could close as soon as Monday. Parents and teachers: Do you agree that NYC public schools should stick to the 3% COVID positivity rate threshold? Call in at 646 435 7280

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DeBlasio needs to let families know that breakfast and lunch will still be available for pick up during the closing.