InPerson Services Limited to Help Slow COVID Surge

In an effort to slow the current COVID-19 surge, many county departments are offering services only online and over the phone, limiting visitors to their public offices through at least Jan. 28. “We have a responsibility to do everything we can to limit the spread of the virus while still providing access to the county services people need,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Curt Hagman.  Services for the following County departments and offices are available by phone and online.  In some instances, in-person appointments are available for those who cannot be served remotely.  Aging and Adult Services Agriculture/Weights & Measures Assessor-Recorder-Clerk - Appointments available Child Support Services Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Community Development and Housing Agency  County Fire and Fire Marshal District Attorney Human Resources Inland Counties Emergency Medical Agency (ICEMA) Land Use Services (Planning, Building and Safety, and Code Enforcement)– Appointments available Public Works – Appointments available Purchasing Registrar of Voters Risk Management Transitional Assistance – Some appointments and limited in-person services remain available Veterans Affairs Workforce Development Information on how to contact these departments by phone and online is available at sbcounty.gov. The following County attractions and services are currently closed to the public: County branch libraries – Curbside pick-up services are available County museums and historical sites  For information about COVID-19, vaccines and testing, visit sbcovid19.com or contact the COVID-19 public information line from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday at 909-387-3911. For more local news and information click here.