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UPDATE: Public Health Advisories_Hand Hygiene
As with any major emergency, Clayton County Office of Emergency Management will remain vigilant and proactive to ensure our county is prepared in planning, responding, and mitigating this threat.
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Public Health Advisory_Update From the CDC
As with any major emergency, Clayton County Office of Emergency Management will remain vigilant and proactive to ensure our county is prepared in planning, responding, and mitigating this threat.
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Tips on How to Prevent Spreading the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
You can help protect yourself and help prevent spreading the virus to others if you practice these 4 tips.
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A Taste of Clayton 2020 Postponed
Out of an abundance of caution and regard for the public’s safety, the Fourth Annual A Taste of Clayton Art Food and Music Festival scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd is postponed.
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Local Senior Shopping Hours
A growing number of stores are dedicating time or opening earlier for senior shoppers. Below are the senior shopping hours of local retailers.
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Updates from the American Red Cross
Red Cross Appeal to the American Public: Please give blood during this challenging time! Those who are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, are urged to make an appointment to donate as soon as possible.
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Clayton County Amended Declaration of Emergency Effective March 24, 2020
The Clayton County Board of Commissioners Chairman, Jeffrey E. Turner, extends the temporary closure for Clayton County Government/Administrative Offices through April 12, 2020.
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Clayton County Parks and Recreation Update
All Clayton County playgrounds are closed until further notice. Please continue to practice social distancing.
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Working From Home – How to Apply New Skills in a Different Environment
Working from home can be an adjustment. Here are tips to help accommodate an at home work environment. #ClaytonStrong
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Greater Atlanta COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund
Last week, United Way of Greater Atlanta and Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta announced a partnership establishing the Greater Atlanta COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund.
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Called Conference Call Meeting_ 2020 _March 26_2020
The Clayton County Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Called Conference Call Meeting on March 27, 2020, at 2:00 PM. The public may participate via livestream at www.claytoncountyga.gov.
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License Tax and COVID-19 Relief
The Clayton County Community Development Department offers online services for zoning matters, new/renewal business license, building permit, and building inspections. To access the online services, visit https://clayton.365dtm.com/wp-content/uploads/home/showdocument?id=10798.
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Postponement Notice: Jonesboro SPLOST Listening Session -April 1, 2020
The Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) Jonesboro Listening Session scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. is postponed until further notice due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Virtual UGA Pizza Farm
The “Virtual” UGA Pizza Farm will take place on April 7, 2020, from 9:00 AM until 12 PM. Registration is open to the first 300 registrants. We ask that 4th and 5th grade educators add this invitation and information to your google classrooms and let student know about the opportunity.
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Amended Declaration of Emergency (Shelter in Place) Effective April 1, 2020
IMPORTANT: This Order shall become effective at 12:01 a.m. on April 1, 2020 and will continue to be in effect until 11:59 p.m. on April 12, 2020, or until it is extended, rescinded, superseded, or amended in writing by the Chairman.
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MARTA Rider Alert-COVID-19 Update
Beginning Monday, March 30, all bus routes will continue to operate, but with fewer buses on each route, except for those with the heaviest ridership: 15, 39, 5, 121, 196, 73, 110, 78, 83, and 89. These routes will add buses to help with social distancing.
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Clayton County Police Department Red Cross Blood Drive
The Clayton County Police Department will be hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Police Headquarters, 7911 N. McDonough Street, Jonesboro, GA, 30236, 10am- 3pm in the Community Room. Please join the lifesaving mission today!
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Quality of Life Community Enhancement Program Grant Application Process Opens March 16
Clayton County communities, businesses, and organizations may apply for the Quality of Life Community Enhancement Program (QLCEP) grant Monday, March 16, 2020, through Sunday, April 12, 2020. The QLCEP is a grant program sponsored by the Office of Keep Clayton County Beautiful (KCCB).
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Temporary Closure Notice for Clayton County Government/Administrative Offices
Clayton County Government/Administrative offices, and courts will temporarily close for two weeks, beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020, due to potential health risks associated with the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Public Health Advisory COVID-19 Community Protective Measures
As with any major emergency, Clayton County Office of Emergency Management will remain vigilant and proactive to ensure our county is prepared in planning, responding, and mitigating this threat.