Jackson County Issues Stay-At-Home Order Effective March 24 Sunday, March 22, 2020 | Views: 14455 | Categories: Fire Department Press Releases Based on the urgency of the COVID-19 public health emergency, Jackson County has issued a stay-at-home order effective 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, March 24. The order is necessary to slow the rapid progression of COVID-19 to the maximum extent possible. It will stay in effect through April 24 and may be extended based on recommendations from public health officials. All individuals currently living within Jackson County are ordered to stay at home at their place of...
Jackson County to Issue Stay-At-Home Order to Prevent Spread of COVID-19 Saturday, March 21, 2020 | Views: 13287 | Categories: Fire Department Press Releases Based on the urgency of the COVID-19 public health emergency, it is our understanding that Jackson County will issue a stay-at-home order effective 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, March 24. The order is necessary to slow the rapid progression of COVID-19 to the maximum extent possible. It will stay in effect for 30 days and may be extended based on recommendations from public health officials. Residents will be required to stay at home except for travel to meet basic needs or...
Mayor Bill Baird Declares a State of Emergency in Lee’s Summit in Response to COVID-19 Wednesday, March 18, 2020 | Views: 10770 | Categories: Fire Department Press Releases Mayor Bill Baird has issued a proclamation declaring a state of emergency in Lee’s Summit in response to COVID-19. This 30-day declaration will help expedite emergency response efforts, allow the City to quickly procure needed resources and alter policies and processes in order to protect public health and safety. “The declaration helps the City obtain the tools necessary to respond quickly and effectively to this unprecedented public health...
City of Lee’s Summit Limits Access to City Facilities Tuesday, March 17, 2020 | Views: 11645 | Categories: Fire Department Press Releases City of Lee’s Summit facilities will be closed to the public, with the exception of City Hall, which has limited public access. During this time, the City encourages the use of resources available online or by phone. These measures are being taken to protect the health of employees and the community by preventing the spread of COVID-19. City Hall – Public access to City Hall is through the north entrance by the parking garage. In-person business is...
Preparing for the Coronavirus Thursday, March 5, 2020 | Views: 5 | Categories: Fire Department News Preparing for the Coronavirus Currently, there are no confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, in the metro area. The City, along with the Jackson County Health Department, continues to monitor the situation as it rapidly evolves. We encourage all individuals, as well as businesses, schools, employers, churches and private and public organizations, to start the discussion about how to prepare for widespread illness and disruption of daily life. Residents are encouraged...