(Updated) – Officials in Montgomery County said Thursday (Today), government buildings that have been closed to the public since March 17, in effort to combat the spread of COVID-19 and to protect the health of the community and county employees, are set to reopen normal business hours on Thursday, June 4, 2020.

The Board of Supervisors, in collaboration with county elected officials and department heads, determined that the county is ready to reopen facilities, and they are encouraging the public to continue to respectfully follow safety procedures to make this transition a smooth and safe one.

Auditor Stephanie Burke said “Health screenings will no longer be conducted at the buildings; however, we are encouraging the public to wear masks, use available hand sanitizer upon entering and leaving buildings, and practice social distancing by maintaining at least six feet distance from others. Also, we ask that only customers that are directly required to complete the transactions enter the building. For example: one parent per minor for consent, no other guests including children, etc.”

The Board of Supervisors will work closely with Montgomery County Emergency Management and Montgomery County Public Health to monitor the situation in the community and determine the best way to serve the public during this time. Continuing to access county government services by phone, e-mail, online, or the courthouse drop box is strongly encouraged.