In an effort to take precautionary measures in the prevention and spread of the COVID-19, the City of Owensboro is restricting access to its facilities.
In a statement released Monday afternoon, the City requested residents to conduct all city business electronically or by phone during the upcoming weeks.
“The City recognizes that the impact of a potential outbreak will affect city operations in a variety of ways and we recognize the special duty to assist the public,” the statement reads. “During a community emergency, city employees’ responsibility to serve, maintain vital services and take protective measures for themselves and their community is critical and will continue during this time.”
The City said it intends to follow the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and requests all city boards, commissions and agencies to follow suit. As CDC guidelines change, the City will adhere.
City Hall will remain open, but residents needing to conduct business should call CityAction at 270-687-4444 or email [email protected] to determine how to best handle specific processes.
This line is not available for questions related to COVID-19. Information related to the coronavirus can be found by visiting cdc.gov or Kycovid19.ky.gov or by calling 800-722-5725.
The City’s statement provided the following guidelines:
Commission Meetings
At this time, the City Commission meetings will take place as needed to further city business. Residents are encouraged to view the meetings at:
City’s website http://www.owensboro.org/channel-75
City’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofowensboro
City’s Facebook Page – Live Stream
Sanitation Service
In order to continue providing for the health and general welfare of the citizens of the City, the Sanitation Department will continue to collect garbage.
Finance Department
If you are conducting business with the Finance Department, including remittance of taxes, parking tickets, etc., other than visiting City Hall, payments can be made via mail to P.O. Box 10003, Owensboro, KY 42302-9003, by calling 270-687-8537, or by dropping it in the overnight box located on the Allen St. side of City Hall. Additionally, property taxes can be remitted online at https://services.owensboro.org/propertytaxpublic#!/.
Special Events
There will be no special events held on city property through April 6.
Parks & Recreation
Follow this link for all cancellations and closures: owensboroparks.org
Public Safety
Updates will be released by Police and Fire if changes are determined.
HRC
The Human Relations Commission, which is located within City Hall, is also limiting visitors. Contact the HRC at 270-687-8670 or [email protected] for assistance.
The City of Owensboro will be monitoring this fluid situation. Updates will be communicated on our website and social media outlets.
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The Owensboro Health coronavirus hotline is available 24/7 by calling 877-888-6647. Call the hotline before seeking in-person care. More information from OH can be found here.
For the latest information and data on COVID-19 in Kentucky visit kycovid19.ky.gov or dial the Kentucky state hotline at 800-722-5725.
For the latest health guidelines and resources from the CDC, visit their website here.
