Goodhue County begins phased reopening
Goodhue County has announced a plan to phase-in reopening as it prepares facilities and staff for the arrival of “critical, in-person” services.
High priority, face-to-face service from the county will be provided by appointment; residents encouraged to continue using website and electronic services.
“The health and safety of Goodhue County residents and employees continues to be the top priority for Goodhue County. As the COVID-19 situation unfolds, Goodhue County continues to remain open but with modifications to the way services are provided to protect the public and our employees. County residents are urged to take the COVID-19 pandemic seriously and follow Governor’s Orders,” the county said in a news release.
Walk-up services remain suspended, and buildings will not be reopened to the public at this time. Citizens will be asked health screening questions before being allowed to enter any county facility. Members of the public are encouraged to wear masks when entering the county buildings.
Services to be provided by appointment include the following:
• Public Services
• Permits (including: building, zoning, well, septic consultation)
• On-site passport, marriage applications, vital records, record research property taxation and records
• Access to real estate document research
• Cash property tax payments
• Driver’s licenses and title transfers
• Candidate filing
• Health and human services
• Social services — children, family and adult
• Economic assistance — income maintenance and child support
• Public health — WIC, immunizations, family home visiting, waiver services
During this period, many Goodhue County employees will continue to telework. Staff located in Goodhue County facilities shall maintain social distancing, be requested to wear masks when distancing is not possible, and will be self-screened on a daily basis. Modifications to promote public safety have been made to the facilities, including: barriers at counters, waiting room layouts, and floor markers.
More information is available on the Goodhue County website, co.goodhue.mn.us.