Mayor Ras J. Baraka and Cory officials announced today that the City will have a modified closing on Monday, March 16, where City Hall, the Department of Finance, the Department of Health and Human Services, and Municipal Court will be closed for a deep cleaning to reduce the risk and potential exposure to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Mayor Baraka said essential personnel as designated by department directors will activate according to department procedures. Police, fire, and uniformed agencies will be fully manned.
“The situation is evolving daily and we want to reassure you that our priority is the health and safety of our employees and citizens.
The City will continue providing updates, information and advisories as they become available,” Mayor Baraka said.
The City will postpone Board and Commission meetings until the following week. The Municipal Council will meet at its regular meeting.
Public Safety, Public Works, Engineering, and Water/Sewer Utilities will continue to operate via their standard procedures for continuity of operations.