Due to the President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America, the City of Ponca City is also taking these steps to slow the spread of COVID-19:
- The Ponca City Library will be closed through Tuesday, March 31.
- The RecPlex is offering virtual fitness programs and the Ponca City Library is offering a virtual Story Time reading programs via Facebook Live.
- The City of Ponca City encourages citizens to use online features available atwww.poncacityok.gov, such as on-line payments for utility services and municipal court fines; employment opportunities and online applications; current bid and contract opportunities available to consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, or suppliers; and news flashes/press releases.
- And, the Ponca City Police Department requests citizens to use the non-emergency phone number 580.767.0370, rather than coming to the Police Department in person. If it is an emergency, DIAL 911.
As the President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention state, even if you are young or otherwise healthy, you are at risk and your activities can increase the risk for others. It is critical that you do your part to slow the spread of the coronavirus. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus:
- Practice social distancing. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet), and
through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
- Avoid social gatherings in groups of more than 10 people.
- Avoid eating or drinking at bars, restaurants, and food courts – use drive-thru, pick up, or delivery options.
- And, practice good hygiene:
Ø wash your hands, especially after touching any frequently used item or surface
Ø avoid touching your face
Ø sneeze or cough into a tissue, or the inside of your elbow
Ø and disinfect frequently used items and surfaces as much as possible.
For updates and information visit www.coronavirus.health.ok.gov and please direct your questions to the Oklahoma State Department of Health Coronavirus Call Center, 877-215-8336 OR 2-1-1.
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CITY OF PONCA CITY COVID-19 RESPONSE
March 18, 2020:
OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CORONAVIRUS CALL CENTER INFORMATION:
Information on Coronavirus is changing rapidly. For updates and information visit www.coronavirus.health.ok.gov and please direct your questions to the Oklahoma State Department of Health Coronavirus Call Center, 877-215-8336.
KEEPING UP YOUR RESISTANCE
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing and dispose of it promptly. If no tissue is available, cough into your sleeve rather than your hand.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap, and for at least 20 seconds each time. Alcohol-based hand cleaners can also be used.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth; germs spread through these sensitive mucus membranes.
- In general, a healthy lifestyle will reduce your chances of contracting the flu and all other communicable diseases. For example, get plenty of sleep in order to keep your resistance up. And, drink water. Flu is easier to catch when you are dehydrated.
CITY OF PONCA CITY COVID-19 RESPONSE
March 17, 2020:
Due to the President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America, the City of Ponca City is also taking these steps to slow the spread of COVID-19:
- The City-Wide Garage Sale scheduled for Saturday, March 28 is cancelled and will be rescheduled for a later date.
- The Great Day of Service scheduled for Sunday, March 29 is cancelled.
- The Marland Mansion & Estate and the Marland’s Grand Home will be closed through Tuesday, March 31.
- The RecPlex Easter Egg Hunt scheduled for Saturday, April 4 is cancelled.
To view the President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America go to www.CORONAVIRUS.GOV
CITY OF PONCA CITY COVID-19 RESPONSE
MARCH 16, 2020:
The Ponca City Municipal Court and Courtroom will be closed through Friday, April 17. Therefore anyone with a court case, scheduled between March 16 and April 17, should contact the Municipal Court Clerk’s office at 580-767-0382 to obtain their new scheduled court date.
In addition, the Ponca City RecPlex will not be scheduling birthday parties through Friday, March 27
CITY OF PONCA CITY COVID-19 RESPONSE
March 15, 2020:
Mayor Nicholson acted under the power vested in Mayor under Ordinance 6-7-2 of the Ponca City code, and declared Ponca City to be a disaster area entitled to aid, relief, and assistance. And, he is directed the implementation of the City Emergency Operations Plan and invoked the Emergency Powers of the Mayor per Section 6-7-2 of the Ponca City Code.
City Manager Craig Stephenson announced the Senior Center is closed. In addition, Library programming and Parks and Recreation programming are temporarily suspended through Friday, March 27, including adult sports and fitness classes. However, the RecPlex and Library currently remain open under normal operating hours.
