The Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) announced today that the vehicle registration deadline has been extended to June 15, 2020, for the registrations specified below.
Covid-19 Guidance for Restaurants with Dining Room Seating
On April 23rd, 2020, Governor Kemp issued an Executive Order to allow restaurants to reopen dining rooms, in accordance with specific guidelines, starting April 27th, 2020. This includes all facilities that meet the definition of “food service establishment” per O.C.G.A. §26-2-370(2). (Restaurants without in-house dining operating prior to April 27th should continue to follow previous guidelines with the exception that now all food service employees are required to wear face coverings, regardless of whether the dining room is open.)
The routine inspection timeline under Chapter 511-6-1-.10(2) is to be extended by 120 days for any permit holder of a food service establishment maintaining an “A” food safety grade which was scheduled to have a routine inspection at any time between March 14th, 2020 and September 10th, 2020.
Restaurants offering in-house dining must comply with the following requirements.
Georgians Are Urged To Wear Face Covering to Fight Covid-19
Governor Kemp and Dr. Toomey urge Georgians to wear face coverings to continue to fight Covid-19. To read the full press release from the Georgia Department of Public Health click the link below.
Guidance for Business Reopening
In accordance with Governor Kemp’s executive orders, businesses across Georgia must continue to operate with strict social distancing and sanitation rules to keep customers and employees safe. To view the guidance tailored to specific businesses who may resume in-person operations, see below.
Executive Order 4/30/2020
On Thursday, 4/30/2020, Governor Kemp signed an executive order that will extend the Public Health State of Emergency until June 12, 2020 at 11:59 PM. This means that the medically fragile and elderly Georgians need to continue to shelter in place through June 12, 2020. This order also will require long-term care facilities – including nursing homes, personal care homes, assisted living facilities, and similar community living homes – to utilize enhanced infection control protocols, ensure safer living conditions, and protect residents and staff from coronavirus exposure.
COVID-19 Testing
Are you interested in FREE COVID-19 testing?
Call Ben Hill County Health Department to learn more!
(229) 426-5288
Restaurant Inspections
There have been several reports of large gatherings at our two local restaurants in town that have re-opened: Ronny’s and Pucketts. In both cases these reports have turned out to be false. The reports are based on the number of cars people have seen at each restaurant and have nothing to do with how many people are actually in each restaurant. What is happening at both restaurants is people are being asked to wait in their cars to receive their drive thru and/or pickup orders.
Our local Health Inspector and Sheriff’s Department are investigating all of these complaints and making periodic checks on all restaurants.
We want to issue a big Thank You to both restaurants for being willing to serve their customers and our citizens.
Don’t Skip on Medical Care
Dorminy Medical Center wants to remind everyone of the importance of keeping up your medical care. You can read their full announcement and post by clicking the link below.
Executive Order 4/27/2020
Governor Kemp released an Executive Order on 4/27/2020 to provide additional guidance for food service establishments, bowling alleys and theaters in response to COVID-19.
Advance Voting and Election Day Protocol
Advance Voting and Election Day Protocol for May 18-June 5 and Election Day June 9,2020