NEWTON, Kan. — Stressing that COVID-19 has not gone away and care still needs to be taken, Harvey County will transition to the Phase Out guidance of the Harvey County Health Reopening Plan regarding COVID-19 response beginning June 17.
The Harvey County Commission, in consultation with the Harvey County Health Department, voted unanimously at its regular meeting Tuesday to move forward in its local plan. However, visitation at long-term care facilities will remain restricted through June 23.
The Phase Out guidance does not restrict mass gathering size. Businesses and event coordinators are still encouraged to promote hygiene protocols and social distancing among customers and visitors.
Individuals should remain home if they feel sick. If you have COVID-19 symptoms, please contact your medical provider.
The Harvey County Health Reopening Plan will remain available should the commission determine it is in the interest of public health to move back to a previous phase.