COVID-19
The City of Clinton remains committed to serving our citizens during these unprecedented times. We continue to monitor the situation and follow the advice of public health officials as it relates to COVID-19. We are asking our citizens to comply with the guidance and regulations being issued by public health agencies and public officials.
Who to Call:
Sampson County Health Department COVID-19 direct line (910) 490-1056
State of NC COVID-19 Call Center at 866-462-3821
NC 211 Hotline for general inquiries regarding state agencies Dial 211
Public Health Information:
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Sampson County COVID-19 Resource Page
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Sampson Regional Medical Center
What the City is Doing
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 that will allow us to more effectively respond as this unprecedented situation unfolds.
Service Adjustments
- Access to our facilities is limited. We ask citizens to please reach out to us remotely for service needs. Many issues can be handled by phone, online, or by email
- Water service disconnections for non-payment have been suspended
- April’s utility bill will feature a later due date to allow extra time for alternative payment methods
- Annual District Meetings have been postponed until further notice
- Baseball and softball leagues have been suspended
- Recreation centers and playgrounds have been temporarily closed
- Park Master Plan Public Input Meeting 03/17/20 postponed
Protecting Our Workplace
- We are developing ways to limit interpersonal contact while still providing a high level of service to citizens. Citizens are encouraged to reach out to us remotely for service needs.
- We are keeping City employees informed with the latest information from public health officials
- We are encouraging good hygiene practices in the workplace and enhancing cleaning practices at City facilities
- We have established protocols for removing employees from the workplace if they are showing symptoms consistent with COVID-19
- We are exploring options for flexible use of sick and vacation time and options for remote work when possible
- We have limited in person meetings among staff
COVID-19 Scams
Unfortunately COVID-19 related scams are already popping up. Tips on avoiding and reporting COVID-19 scams can be found on NC Attorney General’s website and the US Justice Department website.
US Justice Department COVID-19 Page