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Gov. Kemp Extends COVID-19 Executive Orders
On Monday, June 29, Gov. Brian Kemp signed a pair of executive orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The first extends the State of Emergency through August 11, while the second continues the requirements of social distancing, limits on gatherings of more than fifty people (unless there is six feet between each person) and outlines mandatory criteria for businesses, among other measures. The second executive order runs through July 15.
More information can be found on Gov. Kemp’s website.
Hall County Government Center to Fully Reopen June 22
The Hall County Government Center is fully reopening to the public beginning Monday, June 22 for the first time since the building’s operations were altered in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Third Phase of Hall County Government Reopening Announced
Beginning Monday, June 15, another round of facilities and amenities will reopen to the public as part of Hall County’s phased-in reopening plan, which began in mid-May.
Starting Monday, Hall County Parks & Leisure playground equipment, restroom facilities and pavilions will reopen. Citizens may also book appointments to play pickle ball and basketball at Hall County’s three community centers. Baseball and softball fields may be used for practice on a first come, first served basis.
Additionally, the Hall County Library System will begin allowing the public to use its computers on an appointment-only basis. Citizens can also make appointments to conduct genealogy research at the North Hall Technology Center, notary services at the Gainesville branch, proctoring at the Murrayville Library and passport application services at the Blackshear Place branch.
As a reminder, many departments at the Hall County Government Center reopened for appointments only on May 18.
Read more about the latest round of reopenings.
Gov. Kemp Extends State of Emergency Until July 12, Offers More Guidance for Businesses to Open
Click here to read more from Gov. Kemp’s office.
Gov. Kemp to Lift Restrictions on Short-Term Rentals
Click here to download the executive order.
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 also committed to prioritizing mental health as well.
Below is a PSA from Surgeon General Jerome Adams regarding mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
Click here for loan program comparisons, webinar signups and other valuable information provided by the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center.
Georgia Department of Public Health COVID-19 Presentation
Closings/Cancellations
While the Hall County Government Center (and the Tax Commissioner’s Office located inside) have fully reopened to the public, other county facilities and programs remain closed or are operating at a limited or reduced capacity. Below is a list of facilities and programs that remain closed/canceled:
- Hall County Government Scholars Academy
- Library programming
- Parks programming
- Senior Life Center
- Gainesville Connection (all services suspended)
The following facilities are open. Some are fully open, some are partially open and some are open by appointment only:
- Hall County Animal Shelter: For information about scheduling an appointment at the Hall County Animal Shelter, visit the Animal Services page.
- Hall County Parks Facilities: Playground equipment, restroom facilities and pavilions have reopened to the public. Staff will clean and sanitize them on a regular basis. Baseball and softball fields are open for practice only on a first come, first served basis.
- Community Centers: Walking paths at Hall County community centers are open without appointments; however, appointments are required for those wishing to workout in the fitness centers or utilize the basketball/pickle ball courts. Workout times may be scheduled at the numbers listed below:
- East Hall Community Center: (678) 450-1540
- Mulberry Creek Community Center: (770) 965-7140
- North Hall Community Center: (770) 535-8280
- Extension Office: The Extension Office will open for appointments only between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact information for the Extension Office is listed below:
- Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, Garrett Hibbs, (770) 535-8293
- Family and Consumer Sciences, Carin Booth, (770) 535-8293
- 4-H and Youth Development, Judy Tilford, (770) 535-8291
- Library Services: The public may use Hall County Library System computers on an appointment-only basis. Citizens can also make appointments to conduct genealogy research at the North Hall Technology Center, notary services at the Gainesville branch, proctoring at the Murrayville Library and passport application services at the Blackshear Place branch.
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:
(6/19) Hall County Government Center to fully reopen June 22
(6/12) Third phase of Hall County Government reopening announced
(5/29) Next phase in Hall County Government Reopening plan announced
(5/26) Hall County Corrections inmates make medical gowns for Northeast Georgia Medical Center
(5/12) Early Voting begins with new location to facilitate social distancing
(5/11) Some Hall County departments to open for appointments only
(4/27) Hall County plans partial, phased-in reopening May 18
(4/22) New Hall Co. Deputy Fire Chief begins job amid COVID-19 outbreak
(4/22) Hall County Library System’s online offerings keep citizens entertained during quarantine
(4/16) Upcoming Hall County Government meetings to be held virtually
(4/15) Hall Co. Animal Shelter facilitating online adoptions amid COVID-19 pandemic
(4/14) Tax Commissioner’s office accepting applications for titles remotely for private seller vehicles
(4/9) Mailing of real property assessment notices delayed until May 1
(3/25) 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