City of Durham recently issued the following announcement.
Durham City & County to End Mask Mandate Effective March 7; City Employees will Continue to Wear Masks through March 21
The decision is based on current COVID-19 data and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance. Officials will continue to monitor the critical metrics in the coming weeks. View the full press release.
City employees will continue to wear face coverings inside City facilities through March 21.
According to federal and CDC guidelines, masks are still required in healthcare facilities and on all public transportation.
Community members are encouraged to get vaccinated. Vaccines are free and widely available in Durham and across the state.
Durham Indoor Mask Mandate Ends March 7
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With the ongoing risks of COVID-19, community members are encouraged to access City services online.
In-Person Safety Guidelines:
Through March 7, all visitors are required to wear face coverings inside City facilities for their protection and the protection of others. City employees will continue to wear masks through March 21.
Signs will be placed at the entrance to City facilities and disposable face coverings and hand sanitizer will be available.
City Hall and public facilities are under normal operating hours:
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City Hall
City Hall is open for normal operating hours: Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
See in-person safety guidelines above
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Trash, Recycling, Yard Waste, Bulky Items
Waste Disposal Center
Curbside trash, recycling, and yard waste services are operating as normal
Bulky item pickup requests should be placed through Durham One Call
Waste Disposal and Recycling Center and Household Hazardous Waste Center are open
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Regular billing has resumed; payment plans and hardship funds are available
Customers are encouraged to pay water bills online, by phone (919-560-1200), by mail (P.O. Box 30041, Durham, N.C. 27702-3041), or by using secure drop boxes at City Hall
In person, cash payments accepted at City Hall Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In person, cash payments are also accepted at more than 40 Western Union partners across Durham
Customers can also sign up for e-billing and auto draft. Look for the prompts when you pay your water bill online.
Planning and InspectionsDevelopment Services Center (DSC)
Planning & Inspection Services
The Development Services Center (DSC) lobby at City Hall is open Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Learn more about Development Services Center updates
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Make a service request online
Call 919-560-1200 Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In person assistance is available at City Hall Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Parks and RecreationDurham Parks & Recreation (DPR)
Visit the DPR website for details about facilities, programs, and events
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The Park Durham Customer Service Center is open for in-person services Mon-Thurs, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Many on-street metered downtown parking spaces remain converted to curbside delivery zones
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Emergency services are operating as normal
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City Council Meetings and Work Sessions are being held virtually via Zoom; virtual participation is encouraged.
Board, committee, and commission meetings are being held virtually.
Check the City's calendar for details and upcoming events
Original source can be found here.
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