Public Notices for 4/6/2020
Public Notices for 4/3/2020
We learned today that the boat ramps out at Lake Powell will be closed. Due to COVID-19, there is no one to decontaminate and remove the invasive quagga mussels from boats leaving the waters of Lake Powell.
Public Notices for 4/2/2020
As of April 6, 2020, San Juan County Administration Building will be CLOSED TO THE WALK-IN PUBLIC until May 1, 2020. This is the old courthouse located at 117 S Main, Monticello. Each office will assure critical functions continue to be handled, but you will need to call first and set up an appointment with the respective departments you need to see, those who have appointments will be the only members of the public allowed to enter the building.
Our Libraries continue to offer curb-side services in Blanding and Monticello. Our Senior Centers are also closed to the public. If you are a senior and in need of services or supplies, please call your local Senior Center.
We have been notified that in some areas of the State, citizens are receiving calls from someone who is portraying as if they are a member of the Public Health Department and advising people that they have been exposed to the virus. If you receive a call from these individuals, please capture their phone number and contact us. We will turn their information into the authorities. It is against the law for falsification of official matters.
Public Notices for 4/1/2020
Public Notices for 3/31/2020
Public Notices for 3/30/2020
With the Forest Service Campgrounds in the area, the following information has been provided by the Forest Service: Most of our campgrounds are still covered in snow but those that are not we are keeping closed to avoid congregating groups of people. Both Devils Canyon and Nizhoni Campgrounds are now accessible and we have closed them with gates and/or barriers and signs, with information on the closures.
Public Notices for 3/28/2020
After several of you have reached out to us, please find the clarification to yesterday’s Health Order. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We need your cooperation during this time. They only way that we are going to slow the spread is by complying with the public health order. We know that we are asking for a lot of sacrifices at this time and appreciate all that our citizens are doing.
Public Notices for 3/26/2020
Public Notices for 3/25/2020
San Juan County residents please practice Social Distancing as best as you can. The longer we delay social distancing the longer we are stuck practicing social distancing.
Public Notices for 3/24/2020
San Juan County residents please practice Social Distancing as best as you can. The longer we delay social distancing the longer we are stuck practicing social distancing.
Public Notices for 3/23/2020
Currently, there are still no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in any person physically residing in SJC.
*Note-US Surgeon General Jerome Adams has anticipated that this is going to be a rough week as we see more cases. If possible everyone really just needs to stay home. People are under the impression that this can’t happen to them.
Public Notices for 3/20/2020
We are receiving calls from local hotels, Airbnb’s, and Bed&Breakfast companies that someone is portraying as if they are the San Juan County Public Health asking why the business is open and telling them they should be closed. The County Public Health has not encouraged nor mandated any businesses to close their services in San Juan County. If you receive a call from these individuals, please capture their phone number and contact us. We will turn their information into the authorities. It is against the law for falsification of official matters.
San Juan County Community Partners want to be very clear on the subject of travel to our County: If you are thinking of traveling to San Juan at this time. Please stay home. Please follow the President’s advice and our Governor’s advice. Avoid unnecessary travel right now. Avoid leisure travel right now. Let’s all wait this out together, and we encourage you to come visit us when this is over. For visitors who are already in the area, please refer to: www.utahscanyoncountry.com/covid19-travel or call 1-800-574-4386
Public Notices for 3/19/2020
There have been rumors about the Navajo Nation shutting down the highways. The Navajo Nation at this time has no plans to close roads. This information has been confirmed with the State of Utah Tribal Liaison/ARO Utah Department of Public Safety Division of Emergency Management for more information you can call the Navajo Nation Health Command Center at 928-871-7014.
Public Notice 3/18/2020
ownloadThe County would like to thank both Clark’s Market and Blue Mountain foods for setting aside an extra hour from 7am to 8am for our Senior Citizens to shop at these local grocery stores. This will help support the shopping needs of the elderly in our community. This is specifically for customers over 60 years old. Out of an abundance of care, compassion and caution, we request that if you are not part of this age group, you schedule your shopping between 8:00 am-8:00 pm. Thank you for your patience and kindness during these times. While shopping at these businesses, please thank their staff for all of their efforts during these times. They are front line in providing services to us. Please pass this word along to our Senior Citizens.
Updated News Release 3/17/2020
- Our individual actions are crucial to protecting our community. DO YOUR PART TO PREVENT COVID-19:
- All county residents should work from home whenever possible.
- If you work in a critical infrastructure industry, such as healthcare/pharmaceutical and food supply, you have a special responsibility to maintain your normal work schedule. You and your employers should follow CDC guidance to protect your health at work.
- Avoid social gatherings in groups of more than 10 people.
- Avoid eating or drinking in bars, restaurants, and food courts – use drive-thru, pickup, or delivery options.
- Avoid discretionary travel, shopping trips, and social visits.
- Do not visit nursing homes or retirement or long-term care facilities unless to provide critical assistance.
- Practice good hygiene:
- Wash your hands often.
- Avoid touching your face.
- Sneeze or cough into a tissue, or the inside of your elbow.
- Disinfect frequently used items and surfaces as much as possible.
- If you feel sick, stay home. Do not go to work. Monitor your symptoms.
- If your children are sick, keep them at home.
- If you are an older person, stay home and away from other people.
- If you have a serious underlying health condition stay home and away from other people.
- Bars, restaurants, and food service establishments shall suspend dine-in operations for a period of two weeks (as per order of the Governor).
- Gyms, recreation centers, and other venues where people congregate should temporarily close as well.
- Please be aware that diagnostic testing is only valid for those who have respiratory symptoms (fever, cough or shortness of breath). Not everyone should be tested.
- If you have isolated yourself due to illness and your symptoms worsen or you have difficulty breathing, contact your medical provider by phone prior to going to a hospital or clinic.
We ask all members of our community to work together, follow this guidance, and protect each other by stopping the spread of coronavirus. We are counting on YOU to do your part.
Press Release (3-16-2020):
San Juan County has taken a proactive measure by declaring a Public Health State of Emergency. This preventive move is intended to protect vulnerable populations in our community, such as the elderly and persons with underlying health conditions.
County essential services continue to remain open to the public including our offices and operating hours. We have cancelled our larger County meetings for the immediate time being. However, we strongly encourage the public to avoid coming to the offices in person unless the visit is critical and time sensitive.
We have activated our Emergency Essential Services forming a County Task Force to help communicate and remain vigilant in our County’s preparation and efforts. In time, we will also be declaring a County Emergency as needs in our preparation increases. Updated messages will continue to be provided on our social media sources through Facebook #sanjuanutah and here on our website.
Senior Services will continue at Senior Centers where food distribution will continue to take place following each Center’s regular weekly schedule. If you are a senior in need, please contact your local Senior Center. Updates to Senior Services can also be followed at https://www.facebook.com/San-Juan-County-Utah-Senior-Centers-883546308366550/
Our County Libraries continue to remain open, if we see an increase in usage or mass assemblies due to school closures, we may have to close those in an effort to limit exposure. Storytime, craftclub, tweens, mommy and me will all be canceled for the time being.
The immediate health risk from COVID-19 to the general public remains low.
There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in San Juan County at this time.
We can all contribute to a healthy community, by practicing social distancing, by limiting our interactions and reduce the spread rate of this virus through these practices which will prevent us from overwhelming our health system if our citizens are infected. We appreciate the efforts by our School District and Religious Affiliations in practicing and encouraging social distancing. We encourage our businesses throughout the County to continue safe and healthy practices to protect citizens. We encourage restaurants to practice social distancing spacing patrons in indoor seating areas; we also encourage citizens to utilize take-out services from our restaurants. We appreciate all of our citizens and the efforts you are already making to help in these efforts. The County will continue to work on mitigation efforts to assist you during these times. Please continue to be mindful of one another, help watch out for the elderly and those who stand in need and most of all do not panic.
In the words of Lieutenant Governor Cox: “I want to be very clear, we’re not making these decisions today because things are really bad, we’re making these decisions today to make sure that things don’t get really bad.”
Please be wary of rumors related to COVID-19 circulating on social media. People should be skeptical of rumors they hear on social media that aren’t being reported by reputable health organizations or mainstream media outlets. Please do not share or repost items unless you are able to confirm that they are true. False and inaccurate social media posts can cause a great deal of harm. By following the recommended precautions now, we can all help as a community slow the rate of spread as well as potentially avoid overwhelming our health system.
What the public should know to protect themselves:
- Wash your hands and don’t touch your face.
- Stay home if you are sick.
- Limit large gatherings or social events to 100 or fewer people.
- Persons who are immunocompromised or older than 60 years should avoid gatherings or social events of more than 20 people.
- If you think you may have COVID-19, follow the recommendations of State and County Health departments; call the Utah Coronavirus Information Line at 1-800-456-7707, or visit coronavirus.utah.gov or cdc.gov/coronavirus.
If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider for medical advice and isolate yourself from others. It is important that you call your healthcare provider for instructions.
- Guidance for Monitoring Your Health – https://coronavirus.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/Active-Monitoring-Social-Distancing_Pt-Instructions_031120.pdf
- COVID-19 Guidance for School Closures and Dismissals – https://coronavirus.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/School-Closures-and-Dismissals_FINAL-1.pdf
- COVID-19 Guidance for Long-term Care Facilities in Utah – https://coronavirus.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/COVID-19_LTCF_Guidance.pdf
The County will continue to update the public on changes as we receive them. If you need assistance, please feel free to call us at (435) 587-3225
