COVID-19: Update on changes in city gov’t
Special to The Oak Ridger
The public health situation is rapidly changing; here are the latest updates affecting city facilities from Oak Ridge City Manager Mark Watson.
Due to the significant increase in COVID cases, city officials strongly urge citizens to conduct their business over the phone and by mail whenever possible.
The city of Oak Ridge is supporting the “Tennessee Pledge” efforts by the state government. You may refer to State of Tennessee websites for updates and advice on precautions to be taken by particular businesses.
City facilities will continue to be operated as explained below as precautions and security matters are considered for the safety of employees and “social distancing” for city customers. Visitors may receive a temperature scan and inquiry about current health. Call the city manager’s office or department offices on the city’s website for further information.
City makes changes because of virus cases
Oakridger
In light of increases in the number of people infected with COVID-19, city of Oak Ridge officials issued updates Thursday on the status of city facilities.
“Due to the significant increase in COVID cases, city officials strongly urge citizens to conduct their business over the phone and by mail whenever possible,” stated a news release from City Manager Mark Watson. Information below is from that news release.
The city of Oak Ridge is supporting the “Tennessee Pledge” efforts by the state government. Refer to State of Tennessee websites for updates and advice on precautions to be taken by particular businesses.