Lethbridge County reopening main office June 1

May 29, 2020 | 2:03 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – Residents of Lethbridge County will be able to visit the office in the city next week.

It closed on March 15 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

However, the locations in Coaldale and Picture Butte will remain closed for the time being.

Officials from the county and the provincial government are implementing several health and safety protocols, including:

Do not visit the office if you show any symptoms of COVID-19
Only one person per family can enter
Only three non-employees will be permitted in the reception area
Virtual meetings with staff are encouraged. In-person meetings must be scheduled by calling 403-328-5525
Visitors must sign in at the reception desk
Meeting rooms are closed to the public
Visitors are asked to comply with physical and social distancing measures
Washrooms are closed to the public
Remote payment is encouraged. Other options include mailing a cheque or money order, online banking, or at back branches
External contractors will be required to sign in at the front counter
Council meetings will continue, but will remain closed to the public

by David Opinko