City of Carroll issued the following announcement on Mar. 17.
The City of Carroll announced significant changes to its operations today due to the Governor’s announcement of substantial community spread of COVID-19 in the State of Iowa. These changes are reflective of the suggested guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and the Iowa Department of Public Health. The City is committed to protecting its employees and citizens during this pandemic.
Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020, at Noon, the City has adapted its operations. These changes will be in effect for at least the next two weeks.
• All city buildings will be closed to the public. All residents, contractors and others are encouraged to do business via phone, email or the website.
• Closing public facilities. All public and private events scheduled at Carroll Public Library, Carroll Recreation Center, and shelter houses are canceled.
• All parks and recreation youth and adult sports, leagues, classes and programs are canceled. All programming is canceled. The Parks & Recreation Department will be in touch with anyone who registered. Fees will be credited or refunded.
• The Carroll Police Department has suspended fingerprinting services, squad ride-alongs, building tours and vehicle inspections.
• New utility customers must set up service by calling the Carroll Water Department directly at 712-792-1000. The office is closed to walk-ins.. No service calls will be scheduled until further notice.
• Payments are still expected by specified due dates. Payments made online or over the phone by credit card will not have a processing fee during our closures. Payments can also be made using our outdoor drop box. Auto Pay is also available via our website.
• Taxi ticket customers may purchase tickets by either placing payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope into City Hall’s drop box, or by mailing payment and a SASE to City Hall.
• Fire and Law enforcement operations will continue in full force. Emergency planning protocols are in place should the situation change.
• Staff will continue working behind the scenes, so please don’t hesitate to call or email departments directly. Plans are put into place to continue to do business. Staff can be reached at 712-792-1000 or via email at cityofcarroll@cityofcarroll.com
The City of Carroll appreciates the public’s understanding to this rapidly changing environment. Visit https://www.cityofcarroll.com/covid19 for additional information regarding changes to City business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Important Numbers:
City Hall 712-792-1000
Recreation Center 712-792-5400
Police Department 712-792-3536
Library 712-792-3432
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