Freeborn County will re-open for in person services April 1, 2021. The County has made several modifications to the public spaces in the Government Center to assure we can safely provide services to county residents. Residents are asked to be patient as there will likely be lines for some services provided, resulting in varying wait times.
The following protocols and controls are in place to provide and maintain the safety of our staff as well as visitors. Protocol for County facilities will be as follows:
GOVERNMENT CENTER:
- All visitors to the Government Center will be screened and face coverings required. Hours will be 8am to 5pm in all departments. The single entry will be maintained in the rear of the building adjacent to the rear parking lot.
- All visitors will be asked to will ensure distance of 6 ft in all areas. Department Managers will assist visitors to ensure social distancing is maintained. Furnishings and waiting areas will have 6 ft. designated boundaries.
- Drivers and Vehicle Services (DVS) will reopen without appointments. County Security will limit access to the DVS and have visitors wait in the lobby until there is room in the DVS area. There WILL be waiting times for DVS.
- Please remember that Freeborn County will continue to maintain the drop boxes for all departments in the rear lobby, as well as on line and mail in services, and we highly encourage you to utilize these options whenever possible.
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (DHS):
- Freeborn County Department of Human Services will have walk-in hours Monday through Friday from 9am – 2pm. Clients and visitors will be asked COVID screening questions upon arrival. Please stay home if you are sick, as you will not be allowed to enter the building.
- Masks are required inside the building. Those not wearing masks will be not be served. Services will continue to be provided remotely, as appropriate.
- Appointments are strongly encouraged. Contact your worker or the front desk to schedule an appointment. 507-377-5401. You are encouraged to continue using the white drop box outside of the Clark Street entrance.
FREEBORN COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT:
- Highway will resume office hours from 7am to 3:30pm.
FREEBORN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS:
- At this time, the Fairgrounds remains closed.
This plan will be very fluid and adjustments will be made as needed. The Freeborn County Board of Commissioners ask that the public be patient during this transition.