Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree Announces Town Hall to Reopen to Public Without Need for Appointment on Monday, May 24 - May 20, 2021
Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree Announces Town Hall to Reopen to Public Without Need for Appointment on Monday, May 24
(Saugus, MA) May 20, 2021 – Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree is pleased to announce that the Town of Saugus will be implementing its reopening plan for certain town buildings on Monday, May 24, as cases of COVID-19 continue to drop within the community and in surrounding areas.
Town Manager Crabtree, in consulation with town leaders, including Saugus Director of Public Health John Fralick and Town Counsel John Vasapolli, have been reviewing options for opening town buildings to the public. Health and safety protocols, such as social distancing and wearing face coverings, will still be required in Town buildings.
Due to the Governor’s orders announced this week and the ever-changing environment, local officials will continue to update and make further announcements on future changes.
The following plans will be going into effect Monday, May 24, 2021, relating to the reopening of buildings. Please note the Town Hall has been servicing the residents of Saugus since the beginning of the pandemic. Please continue to call and make an appointment as necessary until Monday, May 24. Appointments are still encouraged.
Town Hall
A standing queue will be implemented for residents visiting Town Hall. This includes floor markings for social distancing while waiting for available staff to assist. Masks will still be required.
During the initial roll out, patrons who wish to visit with the Town Hall offices would enter the building and go to the office they wish to visit and an employee will come out and assist them. This allows the Town to limit the number of people going through the building. Where some patrons may still be awaiting a vaccination. Appointments will still be encouraged at this time.
Due to social distancing requirements, the Town will continue to remain remote for municipal meetings. This is due to the public participation at these meetings and potentially not having enough space if the public wishes to come in for a meeting.
Saugus Public Library
The Director of the Saugus Public Library, Alan Thibeault, will be announcing that the Library is now planning to reopen on or about Monday, June 7 with some restrictions. They will be making an announcement and you can check on the website for updates and more information regarding the reopening plans. https://www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/
Saugus Senior Center
The Saugus Senior Center, and Director of the Council on Aging, Joanne Olsen, in consultation with the Saugus Health Department will be announcing shortly its plans to reopen and restrictions. Please check the Council on Aging website for updates and information regarding the reopening plans. https://www.saugus-ma.gov/saugus-senior-center
“I want to thank the Town staff and their hard work to get this reopening plan put together, and for the public’s continued patience during these challenging times,” Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree said. “While everyone must remain diligent in the fight against COVID-19, we feel it is time to reopen certain parts of town with some safety protocols. We all look forward to a time when we all can return to a normal way of life.”
For more information, contact the Town Manager’s office at 781-231-4111.