Chaffee announces phased county office reopening plan from COVID closures

As Chaffee County’s vaccination rate steadily increases and COVID-19 infection rates continue to decrease within the local community, County Administration plans to begin to reopen many of its public offices for limited in-person services starting on Monday, March 15.

The reopening will be conducted in a phased manner for the protection of staff and community, following all current COVID-19 precautions. The county is sharing its initial reopening date and plans, which may be subject to change.

Each County department continues to consult regularly with Chaffee County Public Health on their operations and office reopening considerations. Each department will implement specific plans based on its physical space and types of business it conducts.

The County is asking the public to please limit in-person services to more complex needs or transactions that may be better addressed on-site with staff.

Those who are able to do so are encouraged to continue to utilize remote services, including over the phone or online or through the drop-boxes or via mail. Visitors are also encouraged to contact the department of interest before visiting the offices if there are questions or concerns about on-site services.

The county continues to follow the state-ordered facemask and social distancing mandates. All visitors are required to wear a face-covering while indoors, maintain physical distancing, and avoid being on-site when feeling ill or while under quarantine or isolation.

County Administration offices on the second floor of 104 Crestone Avenue in Salida remain closed to the general public for the time being. Individual meetings may be scheduled by appointment. Please call 719-539-2218 or email chaffeeadmin@chaffeecounty.org for general assistance.

The County’s public meetings will continue to be facilitated virtually through the Zoom platform until further notice. Visit https://www.chaffeecounty.org/#calendar for specific meeting information and Zoom access details.