(TMC Report and PDATE | May 12, 2020, 3 p.m.: The City of Houston is reporting an additional 153 positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the total case count to 4,913. Additionally, one new death is reported for the city—a male in his 30s—bringing that total to 101. Yesterday, an individual between the ages of 10 and 19 died in Houston from COVID-19.
“This is a reminder that this virus doesn’t discriminate in terms of age,” Mayor Sylvester Turner said during a news briefing.
Starting next week, city council meetings will become virtual gatherings.
On Monday, the mayor’s office confirmed that Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer, DDS, tested positive for COVID-19. In a statement, Turner said: “I am praying for Council Member Letitia Plummer’s speedy recovery as she isolates at home. Based on my observations, she has been careful to protect her health and the safety of those around her by practicing social distancing and wearing facial coverings.”
The mayor also said he plans to follow protocol and will be tested for COVID-19 this week.
Turner also announced details for the city’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2021, which is impacted by the coronavirus crisis.