City of Bevil Oaks

Public Notice

City Office Closed to the Public

Contrary to social media chatter, the City office is not recently closed to the public due to a “COVID-19 Decree” issued by the Mayor, City Council or anyone! Simply stated, the office has been closed to the public since the inception of the COVID-19 Pandemic in an attempt to protect the health and well being of our two employees and their families. To date, we have been successful in handling all City business without exposing them, their husbands, their children or our citizens. When necessary to physically handle documents, we have done so by appointment—mostly outside the building. But we always require masks and observe social distancing.

Unfortunately, we cannot predict an end date to what has proven to be a lasting public health crisis. This procedure will stay in place as long as our area’s numbers continue to rise and, we feel it is necessary for the protection of our employees.

As of November 10, 2020, Bevil Oaks has had 43 reported cases and 2 deaths. Operating Bevil Oaks with just two employees makes it critical that we keep them healthy if at all possible. Should they become infected, the City does not have any trained substitutes to perform the complex administrative responsibilities as do larger cities with well-staffed departments. City office operations would simply shut down entirely. We hope these precautions will keep them safe and prevent an office closure.

If you have a specific need from the City, every effort will be made to handle it as quickly and conveniently as possible. Your patience and understanding as we continue to deal with this situation is greatly appreciated.