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County Manager Orders Government Center Closed

Monticello, NY – In order to limit the spread of COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus) and to comply with public health guidelines to avoid close contact, Sullivan County Manager Joshua Potosek has ordered the Government Center in Monticello to be closed to the public, effective March 25 until further notice. This includes the Annex, which houses Family Court (which is closed) and the Probation Department (which is handling all matters by phone and email).

The Board of Elections will have limited availability by appointment only.

Sullivan County Treasure's Office Closing to Walk-Ins Temporarily

Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Treasurer’s Office will not be open to the public, starting Monday, March 23.

“My office will continue to respond to phone calls, emails and mailed/dropped-off correspondence,” Treasurer Nancy Buck affirmed. “But to protect the health and welfare of my staff, our Government Center offices will not be publicly accessible.”

Sullivan County Now Has 12 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases

Monticello, NY – Sullivan County Public Health Director Nancy McGraw announced today that more cases of COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus) have been confirmed in the County.

“Six people in Sullivan County tested positive today, bringing our confirmed-case total to 12,” said McGraw. “Per protocol, they are isolating, and our staff are in the process of determining if there were any additional exposures.”

Sullivan County DMV, Clerk's Office Closing to the Public

Monticello, NY – Commencing Monday, March 23, 2020, the Sullivan County Clerk’s Office and Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will be closed to the public until further notice. Drop boxes will be located in the lobby of the Government Center for both the DMV and the Clerk’s Office.

The DMV drop box will accept plate surrenders and registration renewals. Driver’s license renewals will be accepted in the drop box, as well, with a vision test report that must be attached, available online at www.dmv.ny.gov/forms/mv619.pdf.

Sullivan County COVID-19 Cases Now at 6

Monticello, NY – Sullivan County Public Health Director Nancy McGraw announced today that more cases of COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus) have been confirmed in the County.

“Two more people in Sullivan County tested positive today, bringing our confirmed-case total to six,” said McGraw. “They have been self-isolating, and our staff are in the process of determining if there were any additional exposures.”

Sullivan County Opening Emergency Assistance Center

Monticello, NY – In an effort to aid the most vulnerable populations, Sullivan County is opening an Emergency Community Assistance Center tomorrow, Friday, March 20.

“Our Public Health Services call line has been inundated with requests for help and information, and this new Assistance Center will ensure those who are unable to leave their homes can receive the assistance they need,” explained County Manager Joshua Potosek. “At the same time, the Center will field calls from those seeking to offer help and connect them with the right people and locations.”

To the Families and Loved Ones of Those at the Care Center at Sunset Lake

The dedicated crew of the Care Center would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding during this challenging time.

First and foremost, we want to acknowledge that we understand that each and every family, friend, and resident has concerns at this time. We want to share with you what steps have been taken, and what will continue to be done, at the Care Center at Sunset Lake.

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