COVID-19 INFORMATION
Modified Stay-at-Home - Update Feb. 25, 2021
Governor Cooper has lifted the modified Stay At Home Order and eased certain restrictions on businesses and gatherings with Executive Order 195 which goes into effect February 26, 2021 at 5:00 pm thru at least March 26, 2021.
You should continue to:
- Wear a mask at all times and maintain physical distance (at least 6 feet) from people when you leave your home.
- Stay home when possible to limit the spread. Only go out for essential activities like work, school, health care or caring for family or buying food.
- Avoid gathering with people that you do not live with. If you cannot avoid being with other people, stay outside and keep it very small. Do not do things where you need to take off your mask, like eating or drinking.
- If you were with people that you do not live with, you should assume you may have become infected and get tested
- Get vaccinated when it's your turn. Wake County Vaccination information. For more information about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in NC, go to the NCDHHS Find Your Spot to Take the Shot.
Commonly Asked Questions About Town Facilities during COVID
Are playgrounds open?- All Town playgrounds are open. We encourage you to practice social distancing, to wash/sanitize hands and follow all CDC guidelines.
- All restroom facilities at parks are open on their normal schedule with enhanced cleaning. Please note that some park restroom facilities “normal schedule” is to open when scheduled activities are taking place, and that parks are open from dawn to dusk with the exception of approved programming under lights.
- The Fitness Room located at the Fuquay-Varina Community Center is open with limited capacity as outlined by NCDHHS guidelines. Those using the Exercise Room will be required to social distance, wear a face covering. Town staff will be practicing enhanced cleaning procedures, and patrons are required to wipe down fitness equipment before and after use. Patrons should not visit the Community Center if experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, have had recent exposure to COVID-19, or while awaiting COVID test results.
What remains closed?
- The Outdoor Basketball Court will remain closed. The Town is not allowing any competitive contact sports at our facilities at this time.
Reminders:
High-Risk Individuals are Encouraged to Stay at Home unless they have been vaccinated.– This includes people over the age of 65 or older and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions.
Social Distancing Recommendations
- Maintain a distance of at least six (6) feet
- Carry and use hand sanitizer
- Wash hands.
Earlier Phases
Fuquay-Varina Town Hall is open for the following services: Utility Business, Permitting Business, and Planning submittals only.
Residents who visit Town Hall will be asked to adhere to social distancing requirements of 6 feet in distance (marked in our lobby) and wearing a mask. Customers will be asked a series of CDC recommended screening questions prior to entering our lobby. For the safety of our staff and guests visiting the lobby, our staff will wear personal protective gear. All town facilities will continue to be disinfected on a regular basis. Public hours at this facility will be Monday-Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM Although walk-in customers are accepted, the Town highly encourages residents to continue to utilize our online services and the utility payment drop box located directly behind Town Hall on E. Jones Street.
The following facilities are open to the public consistent with CDC and NC DHHS guidelines:
- Fuquay-Varina Arts Center*
- Fuquay-Varina Community Center (Monday-Friday 8 AM – 5 PM)*
- Limited programming at the Fuquay-Varina Community Center, Fuquay-Varina Parks Facilities, and the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center. All participation will require preregistration.
- Fuquay-Varina Dog Park
- Picnic Shelters (Provided 6 foot social distancing can be maintained between individuals not in the same household.)
- Greenways and tennis courts
* Customers visiting these facilities will be asked to adhere to social distancing requirements of 6 feet in distance (marked in our lobby) and wearing a mask. Customers will be asked a series of CDC recommended screening questions prior to entering the lobby. Only participants attending a registered class or program will be permitted to enter the facility past the lobby. The Town will be following NC DHHS guidelines for physical distancing and disinfection practices within these facilities. The gymnasium and indoor fitness programs remain closed at this time. No rentals will be permitted in either facility until further notice.
Youth Sports
The Town will host a youth sports program in spring 2021 with modified play and a abridged schedule. There will be no end of season tournaments and CDC guidelines and social distancing will be enforced. All players and spectators will be required to wear a mask and follow social distancing rules when on town property. Check Youth Sports for more information.
Town Business Continues
Please check department landing pages on our website for how each department is handling work flow. In many instances, there is an online solution. Where an online solution is not available, our team is working to accommodate the needs of citizens and businesses. Here's a few ways that you can continue to conduct business with the Town and not have to come to a public facility.
Task | Phone | Online |
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General Questions | 919-552-1400 | Contact Us Form |
Utility Questions | 919-552-1404 | Online Bill Pay |
Parks Programming | 919-552-1430 | Online PRCR Registration |
Arts Programming | 919-567-3920 | Online Arts Registration |
Police Records | FVPD Crash Docs | |
Inspections Permits | 919-552-1433 | Permit Process |
Plan Submittal | 919-552-1429 | Plan Submittal Process |
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Please seek information from credible sources such as:
Wake County
Wake County Vaccine
CDC
NCDHHS
If you have specific questions about COVID-19 and your risk, email covid19.questions@wakegov.com or call 919-250-1500.