COVID-19 VACCINE DISTRIBUTION Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Williamson County not designated as a hub sooner?
The State of Texas strategically designated hubs across the state. Williamson County was not initially chosen because of its proximity to the Austin hubs. Williamson County was designated as a hub on January 16, 2021. Why were other counties receiving vaccines before Williamson?
Many of the counties receiving the COVID-19 vaccines on a large scale are hubs designated by the State of Texas. Other counties have large VA hospitals or other hospital systems that are able to provide vaccines to the public or their patients. When will Williamson County begin to get vaccines on a larger scale? Williamson County was invited to submit a plan to the Department of State Health Services the week of January 4, 2021; that plan was evaluated on January 11; Williamson County was notified of its vaccine allotment on January 16. Williamson County and its partners received 6,000 vaccine doses for the week of January 18. How can I make an appointment to receive the vaccine in Williamson County?
Williamson County will release information to the media, post information on its website, Facebook page, Twitter and NextDoor app. Information will be posted January 19, 2021. Residents may add their names to the Family Emergency Center’s wait list at: https://familyhospitalsystems.typeform.com/to/hp91XiiR **Other links will become available on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. This FAQ will be updated and redistributed.** Do I have to have an appointment to receive the vaccine?
Yes, all citizens within the Phase 1B population (65+ and 16+ with comorbidities), must register for an appointment. Appointment information will be made available January 19, 2021. All vaccinations will be given by appointment only—No walk-up appointments. Where will the vaccines be distributed?
Distribution sites will be located in Georgetown and Round Rock. More information will be provided on January 19, 2021. What happens when the County runs out of vaccines?
Williamson County has a robust vaccination plan that will quickly distribute its allocated vaccine doses. Once Williamson County proves a successful vaccine distribution, it is expected that a larger vaccine shipment will come in the following weeks. The media, website, Facebook, Twitter and NextDoor app will be used to communicate the next distribution. Who is eligible for a vaccine?People 65 years of age and older. People 16 years of age and older with at least one chronic medical condition that puts them at increased risk for severe illness from the virus that causes COVID-19.
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