Dear Friends,
For the last several weeks we have all had to deal with the coronavirus outbreak. Last week I issued an Emergency Declaration aimed at slowing down the spread of the disease. This must be extended every seven days. This second extension is identical to the first with a couple of additions. It will include a prohibition on onsite auctions and yard sales; music and gaming venues; and food trucks in unincorporated Fayette County.
Most people deal with Fayette County Government through one of the elected official’s offices or a county administrative office. Starting this Monday March 30th, the offices at the Courthouse and County Administration will be using minimal staff and requiring everyone to use email, the internet or the phone for all business. If there is something that cannot be accomplished this way, call the office to see how they can help you. Please visit our website, www.fayettetn.us, for contact information. The office hours are the same and the Courthouse itself is open for you to get forms that you may need. The offices of Fayette County Government are open and are there to help you conduct the business you need done.
This is a serious disease with serious consequences. With 60% of our workers going to Shelby County or Memphis for a job and with very little non-essential business in the county, it is up to everyone to exercise good judgement to keep themselves and everyone else from spreading the disease. Please stay at home when not at work or getting supplies. When you do see neighbors and friends, keep your distance and please don’t go anywhere in groups. We all have seen other places in our country that have it much worse than we do now. Our goal is to make sure we have as light a case as possible and I am asking you to help us make that happen.
I have no doubt we will make it through this and come out stronger. Please check on your neighbors and patronize local businesses. Each of us must help each other to keep Fayette County strong today and tomorrow.
Thank you,
– Rhea Taylor, County Mayor