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COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Gov. Brian Kemp announced that beginning Thursday, March 25, 2021, all Georgians over the age of 16 are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. To sign up for a vaccine appointment, visit the state's My Vaccine website. Local information from District 2 Public Health is linked below.Information on COVID-19 is available via District 2 Public Health.
Emergency Rental Assistance Program launched April 6
On April 6, Hall County began accepting applications for its Emergency Rental Assistance Program, which offers rental and utility assistance for those impacted financially by the COVID-19 pandemic. For information on eligibility and a link to the online application, visit HallCounty.org/RentalAssisstance.
FEMA offers financial assistance for funerals of COVID-19 victims
Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.
Local officials encourage public to take hALL in pledge against COVID-19
Local governments and community leaders in Gainesville-Hall County are encouraging everyone to be hALL in when it comes to the fight against COVID-19.
A collaborative effort by local governments, community leaders and key organizations, WeArehALLin.com encourages businesses and organizations to take the hALL in pledge – to follow COVID-19 directives and guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the State of Georgia and the White House. By taking the hALL in pledge online, you vow to wear a mask when appropriate, practice social distancing (6 feet, please!) and good hygiene (wash those hands), all to prevent the spread of COVID-19, effectively protecting the health of yourself, coworkers, neighbors, loved ones and others in Gainesville-Hall County.
Health Department Offers COVID-19 Testing
Hall County Prioritizes Mental Health During Crisis
While most of us are working to ensure we are all okay physically, Hall County, as part of its Strategic Plan adopted in 2018 by the Board of Commissioners, is committed to prioritizing mental health as well.
If you find yourself in distress during these difficult times, you can call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990, text "TalkWithUs" to 66746 or visit www.DisasterDistress.samhsa.gov for more information.
Hall County Board of Commissioners Offer Message to Citizens in Light of COVID-19
Georgia Receives SBA Statewide Disaster Declaration, Applications for Small Business Emergency Loans Now Open
Click here for disaster declaration information.
Click here for SBA Disaster Loan Assistance information.
Reminders
Did you know much of the business conducted at Hall County can be done online, by phone or by email?
We offer an online payment center for a number of transactions, including payments for business license renewals, sewer service and traffic citations.
Worried about in-person visits? Check the list of departments for contact information of the people you’ll need to speak with. You might able to handle everything by phone or email.
Links
CDC Information:
CDC Coronavirus Information
CDC Travel Information
CDC Travel Notices
Department of Public Health Information:
North Georgia Health System Information:
This includes daily updates, employer resources and more.
Local Schools Information:
Buford School District
Gainesville School District
Hall County School District
Hall County News and Updates Related to COVID-19:
(8/12/21) Hall County offers COVID-19 vaccine incentive to employees
(4/28/21) River Forks Park beach and day use area to reopen May 1
(4/1/21) Media invited to preview new mass vaccination site as more details are released
(3/31/21) Hall County launching COVID-19 rental assistance program April 6
(3/23/21) Local officials work together to offer community mass vaccination site
(2/25/21) Hall Co. Government Center, other facilities end appointment-only operations
(2/10/21) Hall County Government Center, libraries adjust operations following positive COVID-19 data
(1/15/21) Hall County Government facilities to remain operating by appointments only
(1/8/21) Statewide Judicial Emergency extended, Hall Co. jury trials canceled through February
(1/4/21) A number of Hall County facilities opening for appointment only
(12/14/20) Hall County Parks & Leisure suspends youth basketball due to uptick in COVID cases
(11/5/20) Hall County Community Centers return to normal operating hours
(10/6/20) Hall County Parks & Leisure announces plans for youth basketball season
(10/2/20) Local officials encourage public to take hAll in pledge against COVID-19
(8/28/20) Ag Extension continues helping citizens, despite pandemic
(8/20/20) Hall County libraries reopen
(8/14/20) Hall County Government announces next phase in re-opening plan
(8/7/20) Back to school help for parents available via Hall County Library online offerings
(7/7/20) Judicial Emergency extended, Hall Co. State Court suspends upcoming arraignments
(6/19/20) Hall County Government Center to fully reopen June 22
(6/12/20) Third phase of Hall County Government reopening announced
(5/29/20) Next phase in Hall County Government Reopening plan announced
(5/26/20) Hall County Corrections inmates make medical gowns for Northeast Georgia Medical Center
(4/22/20) New Hall Co. Deputy Fire Chief begins job amid COVID-19 outbreak
(4/22/20) Hall County Library System’s online offerings keep citizens entertained during quarantine
(4/15/20) Hall Co. Animal Shelter facilitating online adoptions amid COVID-19 pandemic
(4/14/20) Tax Commissioner’s office accepting applications for titles remotely for private seller vehicles
(3/25/20) Hall County building inspections to continue with added safety measures due to COVID-19
Map of COVID-19 Cases:
Johns Hopkins CSSE Coronavirus COVID-19 Interactive Map