The Mills County Board of Supervisors today (Tuesday), adopted procedures for the next phase of reopening of County offices beginning July 13, 2020, at 8:00 a.m.  Based on current recommendations from Mills County Emergency Management, Mills County Public Health, the Iowa Department of Public Health, and the Center for Disease Control the following regulations will be enforced for those individuals conducting business in Mills County offices.

Officials say your adherence to the following procedures is important to help the County take precautionary measures to protect you and county employees:

1. Social distancing must be maintained at all times in the common areas by all individuals.
2. All visitors must wear a face covering. Parents are encouraged NOT to bring children with
them while conducting business in County offices.
3. County employees shall wear masks while serving the public when there is no other barrier
between the employee and the customer.

Any person with COVID-19 symptoms should refrain from entering a public building. At this time, self-monitoring is required by the public and employees. Stay home if you are ill. Social
distancing measures such as increasing the space between workers and the public and decreasing social contacts in the workplace are still in place. Hand shaking is prohibited. Everyone should wash hands thoroughly before entering county facilities and throughout the day. Hand sanitizers will be available at the entrance of the courthouse and in all offices. Office/workspace areas will be cleaned at least daily. Common areas will be cleaned/sanitized regularly throughout the day.

Water/drinking fountains will be closed. Individuals should consider conducting business online if possible before visiting any facility. Should you have questions specific to your business, contact the appropriate department directly.

These procedures do not affect the emergency protocol put in place by State Court Administration. Any court related questions should be directed to the Mills County Clerk of Court at (712) 527-4880. Please be advised that these precautions are in place to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and meant to keep everyone safe. However, these measures may not eliminate the possibility of contracting or spreading the virus. Entering any public place may still pose a risk to your health and you should act accordingly.

Visit www.millscoia.us for updated information and specific duties of offices/department.