The City of Clinton remains committed to serving our citizens. We continue to monitor the situation and follow the advice of public health officials as it relates to COVID-19. We ask our citizens comply with the guidance and regulations being issued by public health agencies and public officials.
The City provides many essential government services to our citizens and keeping those services up and running is our highest priority. Along with Sampson County and municipalities across the state, the City of Clinton has declared a state of emergency as an administrative measure allowing us to more effectively respond as situation unfolds and best serve our citizens.
Service Adjustments
City facilities are open to the public. We ask visitors follow CDC guidelines related to masks and other precautions.
Citizens can reach us remotely for service needs. Many issues can be handled by phone, online, or by email. City Staff Directory.
Sports and athletic programs have resumed generally following the guidelines of the NC High School Athletics Association (Contact Recreation for Details).
Parks & playgrounds are open.
The Royal Lane Pool was in operation for the 2021 which ended on Labor Day.
Recreation centers are open with precautions in place.
The 2021 Square Fair (BBQ Cookoff) is being planned with additional precautions and modifications.
The 2021 Christmas in the City is being planned with additional precautions and modifications.
Protecting Our Workplace
We are keeping City employees informed with the latest information from public health officials.
We are encouraging good hygiene practices in the workplace.
We have equipment for enhanced cleaning when needed.
We are following CDC guidance as it relates to quarantine and returning exposed employees to work safely.
We have implemented flexible use of sick and vacation time and options for remote work when possible.
COVID-19 Scams
Unfortunately, there are COVID-19 related scams. Tips on avoiding and reporting COVID-19 scams can be found on NC Attorney General’s website and the US Justice Department website.