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COVID-19 Guidance & Town Updates

posted Mar 17, 2020, 1:46 PM by Town of Spindale   [ updated Apr 1, 2020, 6:09 AM ]
The Town of Spindale is working in cooperation with the state of North Carolina and government officials to best ensure the safety of our residents. Town officials will rely on guidance from the CDC, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, and the Rutherford County Health Department to make decisions that are in the best interest of our staff and the public. 

Town residents are encouraged to visit ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus or coronavirus.gov for the most up-to-date information. Residents are asked to please adhere to recommendations, executive orders, and guidelines issued by the state and U.S. government regarding preventative measures.  

TOWN OF SPINDALE UPDATES

March 31, 2020: 
March 27, 2020:
  • On March 27, 2020, the Town of Spindale, in a joint proclamation with Rutherford County and other municipalities, issued a Stay at Home order. 
  • Stay at Home order: Joint Proclamation on Stay at Home Order 
  • Press Release & Frequently Asked Questions: Rutherford County Stay at Home Order
  • Trash and recycling pickup will slightly alter scheduling in order to prioritize health and safety for town employees. If waste is not picked up on your normal day, please leave your can at the curb for next day pickup.
March 19, 2020:
    • Beginning March 19, 2020, the Spindale House, Spindale Library, and Spindale Town Hall will be closed to the public until further notice.  
    • The garbage and recycling collection service schedule will continue uninterrupted.
    • The Town of Spindale Press Release is available to the public.
    March 17, 2020:
    • The Town of Spindale is restricting public access to employee areas within Town Hall in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. 
    March 16, 2020: 

    STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA UPDATES

    • March 31: Executive Order 124 prohibits utilities - including electric, gas, water and wastewater services - from disconnecting people who are unable to pay during this pandemic and prohibits them from collecting fees, penalties or interest or late payment.  The order applies for the next 60 days and gives residential customers at least six months to pay outstanding bills. FAQOpen PDF. 
    • March 30: Executive Order 122 helps schools and local governments access state surplus property to help bridge gaps during the response to COVID-19.  
    • March 27: Executive Order 121 issues a statewide Stay at Home Order beginning Monday, March 30, 2020 at 5 p.m. until April 29, 2020, directing people to stay at home except to visit essential businesses, to exercise outdoors or to help a family member. Specifically, the order bans gatherings of more than 10 people and directs everyone to physically stay at least six feet apart from others. FAQOpen PDF.

      CONTACT INFORMATION

      Town Hall will be closed to the public until further notice, effective Thursday, March 19, 2020.

      If you have an emergency call 911
      If you need Police or Fire and it is NOT an emergency, call (828) 286-2911
      If you need to conduct business with Town Hall, call (828) 286-3466

      Code Enforcement: tsjackson@spindalenc.net
      Parks & Recreation: esearcy@spindalenc.net
      Waste Treatment: goconnor@spindalenc.net


      The Thermal Belt Rail Trail is still open.  Please practice social distancing measures while on the trail.

      RESOURCES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

      GUIDANCE

      Slow the spread and #FlattenTheCurve to protect vulnerable populations, even if you are otherwise young and/or healthy.

      Wash hands frequently, especially before eating or after being out in public.
      Regularly disinfect high-touch surfaces, such as door knobs and light switches
      Work from home as much as possible.
      Avoid social gatherings of more than 10 people.
      Practicing social distancing as much as possible, which includes minimizing contact and staying at least six feet from others. 
      For high risk populations (aged 65+, immune condition or chronic illness), stay home as much as possible.
      If you feel sick, even with mild cold symptoms, stay home.


      http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus

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