Lebanon Transitioning into Phase II

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Press Release - June 4, 2020 5:00 p.m.

CITY OF LEBANON TRANSITIONING IN TO PHASE II OF REOPENING OREGON

On Thursday, June 4, 2020, the Governor’s Office and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) authorized Linn County to transition into Phase II for the reopening of Oregon.

Some City of Lebanon municipal facilities will be transitioning into Phase II operations beginning Monday, June 8, 2020.

City Parks:

  • The Skate Park will be open for use beginning Monday, June 8, 2020.
  • Park reservations will resume, with modified guidelines for use based on direction from the State.
  • In compliance with OHA and the Governor’s Office, some park facilities will continue to be closed including:
  • Playground Equipment
  • Sports Courts affiliated with any contact sport (e.g., basketball courts, soccer and football fields, etc.)

Library:

  • Beginning on Monday, June 15, 2020, the Library will be open to the public on a modified schedule. Please visit the City’s website and Library Facebook page for information on hours and modifications to facility operations and services.

LINX Transit:

  • The LINX Dial-a-bus will continue service based on demand. The LINX Loop will not immediately resume, but plans are currently being evaluated for future operations. For information on LINX Dial-a-bus hours of service, and how to request a ride, please visit the City’s website.

Senior Center:

  • The Senior Center is continuing to monitor the situation and developing plans for a slow reopening. Additional information regarding the facility and operations will be posted on the City’s website and the Senior Center’s Facebook page when information is available.

City Hall:

  • The Community Development Center Counter will be reopening for limited counter hours including, Tuesday through Thursday from 8:00am – 10:00am. The remaining operating hours are available for meetings and in-person communication by appointment only.
  • The Utility Billing Counter will continue to be available by appointment only

The City continues to focus on providing service to the community, while making efforts to protect the health of the citizens and staff as we continue through the pandemic. As facilities begin to reopen, please be aware that additional safeguards have been put in place, and operations may look a bit different.

For businesses transitioning into Phase II operations, the Governor’s Office and OHA have developed guidance documents for certain business sectors. Please visit the Governor’s website for additional information. The Lebanon Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lebanon are here to assist.

As we move through Phase II, we will continue to provide updates as they occur for any changes or expansion in operations and services. 

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