Coronavirus COVID-19

FLORIDA RESIDENCY:

Per the Public Health Advisory issued by the State on January 21, the state requires that those receiving their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine provide proof of residency meeting criteria 1, 2 or 3:

1. Valid Florida driver license issued by Florida State Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV); OR
2. Valid Florida identification card issued by Florida State Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV); OR
3. If a resident cannot present #1 or #2, the resident can prove satisfactory Florida residency by presenting a copy of any two of the following items if they reflect a Florida residential address (Note: A P.O. box or commercial/business address is not sufficient and the second item must be from a different category than the first item):

• Category A: a deed, mortgage, monthly mortgage statement, mortgage payment booklet, OR residential rental or lease agreement
• Category B: a utility hookup or utility work order dated within 60 days before the date of vaccination
• Category C: a utility bill dated within two months of the date of vaccination
• Category D: mail from a financial institution, including checking, savings, or investment account statements, dated within two months of the date of vaccination
• Category E: mail from a federal, state, county, or municipal government agency, dated within two months of the date of vaccination
• Category F: proof of a Florida residential address for the individual’s parent, stepparent, legal guardian, or other person with whom the seasonal resident resides in Florida, PLUS a written statement from the person with whom the seasonal resident resides stating that the seasonal resident does reside with him or her.

The Florida Department of Health in Martin County is distributing the COVID-19 vaccine to the community, however the supply is limited. For the latest information, visit martin.floridahealth.gov.

PUBLIX PHARMACIES:

Publix is offering vaccinations at all locations in Florida with in-store pharmacies and is now administering both the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, subject to availability. Check the Publix website at www.publix.com/covid-vaccine/florida for appointment opportunities.

Cleveland Clinic is working with the Florida Department of Health to provide vaccinations based on criteria set forth by an executive order from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. 

Due to limited supply and the overwhelming interest in the vaccine, Cleveland Clinic will be contacting oldest and most vulnerable patients first. You must be a Florida resident and an established patient who has seen a Cleveland Clinic Florida provider in the last two years for outpatient or inpatient care.

Residents are encouraged to monitor Cleveland Clinic's vaccine page for updates.

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS:

Vaccinations are being offered to veterans age 75 and older who are enrolled with the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center for care. Vaccinations are available by appointment only during certain hours at the Stuart VA Clinic, located at 3501 SE Willoughby Boulevard in Stuart. Please note that vaccine supplies are limited. For appointments, call (772) 288-0304. For more information, visit westpalmbeach.va.gov.

FLORIDA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS:

Florida Community Health Centers is offering COVID-19 vaccinations to all FCHC patients 65 and older at the Stuart and Indiantown locations. Appointments are available based on vaccine supply. For more information, visit fchcinc.org.

CLEVELAND CLINIC MARTIN HEALTH:

Cleveland Clinic Martin Health is performing drive-through testing at Martin North Hospital and St. Lucie West for COVID-19 by appointment only.

Anyone over the age of 5 who has a fever and respiratory illness (such as cough, runny nose, sneezing) or any patient with a fever and gastrointestinal illness (such as diarrhea, vomiting) is eligible for testing.

To receive an appointment, individuals who believe they may have symptoms of COVID-19 must first call the nurse triage hotline at (772) 419-3360 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Individuals who are tested will be asked to self-quarantine until the results are received.

Directions and hours for testing locations:

Martin North Hospital
200 SE Hospital Ave.
Stuart, Florida 34994

Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Cleveland Clinic Martin Health at St. Lucie West
1095 NW St. Lucie West Blvd.
Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986

Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

FLORIDA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS, INC:

FCHC is performing drive-thru testing for COVID-19 at their Indiantown Center location, at 15858 SW Warfield Boulevard, by appointment. Individuals are requested to call to setup an appointment for screening, evaluation, and testing at (772) 597-3596. Telehealth appointments are also available. For more information, visit fchcinc.org.

PREVENTION GUIDANCE:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• Practice social distancing and avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your coughs and sneezes.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

View additional prevention information ❯

FACE COVERINGS:

• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people wear cloth face coverings in public settings and when around people who don’t live in your household, especially when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain.
• Cloth face coverings may help prevent people who have COVID-19 from spreading the virus to others.
• Cloth face coverings are most likely to reduce the spread of COVID-19 when they are widely used by people in public settings.
• Cloth face coverings should NOT be worn by children under the age of 2 or anyone who has trouble breathing, is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.

View additional face coverings information ❯

The following applies for the recommended wearing of face coverings in Martin County:

Indoor Public Places, Businesses and Establishments – Face coverings are strongly encouraged to be worn by all persons, while obtaining or providing any goods or services or otherwise visiting or working in any indoor public places, businesses or establishments.

Outdoor Public Places, Businesses and Establishments – Face coverings are strongly encouraged to be worn by all persons, while obtaining or providing any goods or services or otherwise visiting or working in any outdoor public places, businesses or establishments where social distancing in accordance with CDC guidelines is not possible and/or not being practiced.

Restaurants and Food Service Establishments – Face coverings are strongly encouraged to be worn by all persons in restaurants and food service establishments whether indoors or outdoors except when actively consuming food or beverages.

County Governmental Facilities – All persons accessing Martin County-owned or operated governmental buildings for the purposes of conducting public business, visitation, contracting and maintenance, delivery or any other activity requiring a presence in a governmental building are required to wear face coverings at all times while present in the building. 

Businesses and Establishments – Businesses and establishments include, but are not limited to, restaurants, bars, retail stores, salons, massage parlors, tattoo parlors, hotels, grocery stores, gyms, fitness centers, pharmacies, indoor recreational facilities, hospitals, medical offices, dental offices, movie theaters, concert halls, auditoriums, bowling alleys, playhouses, arcades, public transit and vehicles for hire.

Exemptions – Face coverings are not encouraged for the following persons:

• Children either under the age of six (6) or in the custody of a licensed childcare facility, including schools, summer camps and daycare centers
• Persons prohibited from wearing face coverings by federal or state safety or health regulations
• Public safety, fire or other life safety personnel that have personal protective equipment requirements governed by their agencies
• Persons actively engaged in exercise and who are social distancing in accordance with CDC guidelines
• Persons receiving goods and services from a business or establishment for the shortest practical period of time during which the receipt of such goods or services necessarily precludes the wearing of a face covering such as, but not limited to, consuming food or beverage or receiving dental services, facial grooming or treatment
• Persons who have a medical condition or disability that makes the wearing of a face covering unsafe
• Persons assisting individuals who are hearing impaired or who rely on reading lips in order to communicate may temporarily remove face coverings
• Persons in private rooms of a lodging establishment, such as a hotel, motel or vacation rental; however, face coverings are encouraged to be worn in all indoor common areas
• Persons engaged in outdoor work or recreation with appropriate social distancing pursuant to CDC guidelines in place and being practiced

Types of Face Coverings – A face covering includes any covering which snugly covers the nose and mouth, and which is secured in place. Persons who wear masks should review the CDC and Florida Department of Health guidelines regarding properly and safely applying, removing and cleaning masks. Medical and surgical masks, such as N95 masks or other similar medical surgical masks, should be reserved for health care personnel, police, firefighters, emergency management and other first responders engaged in life/safety activities.

Signage – All businesses and establishments including restaurants, food service and retail establishments are strongly encouraged to conspicuously post signage (English and Spanish versions available below) for easy visibility at all entry points.

Enforcement – It is the intent of this order to seek voluntary compliance with the provisions contained herein and to educate on the benefits of compliance

What is a face covering? What does it do?

Face coverings help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and help keep you and those around you safe. The use of face coverings may reduce transmission by more than 50%. Face coverings should cover your nose and your mouth and comply with CDC recommendations for selection, use, and sanitization. Please note recommended face coverings are in addition to, and not a substitute for, required social distancing.

Who should wear a face covering and when?

Generally stated, face coverings are strongly encouraged to be worn by all persons when in an indoor public place or obtaining any good or service from any indoor establishment, and by all persons working in those establishments where the presence of another person is probable. These recommendations apply to all indoor public places and establishments, including businesses, stores, and amenities.

All persons in restaurants and food service establishments are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings, whether indoors or outdoors, unless the person is actively consuming food or beverages or falls within another exception. Face coverings should also be worn by all persons when in any outdoor public place, business, or establishment when CDC social distancing guidelines cannot be met and/or are not being practiced.

May municipalities impose additional, stricter limitations on face coverings?

Yes. Municipalities may have stricter limitations than the County. Any more stringent requirements imposed by a municipality are in addition to the requirements stated in Martin County orders and ordinances and as further explained in these Frequently Asked Questions. Please check with your municipality for additional restrictions.

What about at restaurants? Who should wear face coverings and when?

You are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering at all times when at a restaurant, including when entering, exiting, and otherwise moving around within the establishment, except during the shortest practical period when you are actually eating or drinking.

For example, the face covering should be worn when arriving at the restaurant, while waiting to be seated (whether waiting inside or outside nearby the facility), while being seated, and when up and about such as to use the facilities. Face coverings do not need to be worn while sitting at your table. All restaurant staff are strongly encouraged to face coverings at all times.

Should I wear a face covering at the gym?

If you are at a gym or fitness center (including similar establishments, such as dance studios, yoga studios, boxing clubs, etc.), you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering except when physically working out.

Should I wear a mask when I am outdoors?

Generally, no you do not need to wear a face covering outdoors; however, if you are outdoors in a public place, business, or establishment with other people and you are unable to social distance or you are not practicing social distancing, you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering. You are also encouraged to wear a face covering if you are in an outdoor restaurant or food service establishment, unless you are actively eating or drinking.

Should I wear a face covering in a park?

Unless another exception applies, you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering in parks whenever you cannot consistently maintain at least six feet (6’) of social distance from any person who is not in your household or group.

Should I wear a face covering while shopping at a retail store?

Yes. Unless another exception applies, you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering when obtaining goods or services at the grocery store, the mall, or any other retail establishment. Please note that these recommendations apply both while inside the establishment and while entering or leaving the establishment, including while leaving for short periods of time.

Should I wear a face covering on the beach?

Unless another exception applies, you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering on the beach whenever you cannot consistently maintain at least six feet (6’) of social distance from any person who is not in your household or group (other than when use of the beach or water necessarily precludes the wearing of a face covering, such as while swimming, surfing, or otherwise exercising).

Should I wear a face covering at a public pool? While I’m swimming? What about pool staff?

Yes. Unless another exception applies, you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering on the pool deck if social distancing is not being practiced, except when use of the pool necessarily precludes the wearing of a face covering (such as while swimming). Pool staff are encouraged to wear face coverings during in-person interactions with the public (except when deemed necessary to perform life-saving measures) and when they are within six feet of a person who is not a member of their household.

Should I wear a face covering at a marina? What about on my boat?

Yes. Unless another exception applies, you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering at the marina and when launching boats whenever you cannot consistently maintain at least six feet (6’) of social distance from any person who is not in your household or group. Captain, crew members, and patrons are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings on shore and on the vessel whenever social distancing requirements cannot be maintained.

My business is open. Should I wear a face covering at work? Should my customers wear a face covering?

Yes, whenever you could be within six feet of another person you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering. Businesses should recommend that employees wear face coverings in the workplace. Social distancing of six feet should be practiced to the maximum extent possible, even when face coverings are worn. In addition, customers, clients, and other visitors to the business are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings.

I’m getting a haircut, shave, manicure, or other personal service. Should I wear a face covering if I am receiving a service? Does the stylist or service provider have to wear a face covering?

Yes, you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering to the full extent practicable for the service required. If you are obtaining a manicure or haircut, for example, you should wear a face covering throughout the service. If you are obtaining a shave, you should wear a face covering except during the shortest practical period of time when the service requires removal of the face covering. Personal service employees should follow the requirements of any state regulatory agency governing their occupation, but at a minimum are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings when working.

Should I wear a face covering while at a hotel?

Guests are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings in check-in areas, elevators, and all other common spaces, but not in guest rooms. All persons within the courtesy shuttle or in the business center are encouraged to wear face coverings.

Why does my child have to wear a face covering at school when the county’s order exempts children while under the custody of a licensed childcare facility, including schools?

The county order does exempt any child while under the care of a school; however, Part 7 of the order states that the order does not govern the internal operations of the Martin County School District and encourages them to create their own internal policies for school operations.

Are there exemptions to the face covering recommendations?

Yes. Face coverings are not encouraged for the following:

• Children under six (6) years of age and any child while under the custody of a licensed childcare facility, including schools, summer camps, and daycare centers
• Individuals prohibited from wearing face coverings by federal or state safety or health regulations
• Public safety, fire or other life safety personnel that have personal protective equipment requirements governed by their respective agencies
• Persons actively engaged in exercise and who are social distancing in accordance with CDC guidelines
• Persons receiving goods and services from a business or establishment for the shortest practical period of time during which the receipt of such goods or services necessarily precludes the wearing of a face covering such as, but not limited to, consuming food or beverage or receiving dental services, facial grooming, or treatments
• Persons who have a medical condition or disability that makes the wearing of face coverings unsafe
  • When a person asserts he or she has a disability that makes the wearing of a face covering unsafe, a business may exclude the person as they pose a direct threat to the health and safety of employees and other patrons, and the business shall reasonably accommodate the person with a disability in a manner that does not fundamentally alter operations, cause an undue hardship, or jeopardize the health of employees and customers
• Persons who are assisting persons who are hearing impaired or who rely on reading lips in order to communicate
• Persons in private rooms of a lodging establishment, such as hotel, motel, or vacation rental; however, face coverings are strongly recommended to be worn in common areas as proscribed by this ordinance
• Persons engaged in outdoor work or recreation with appropriate social distancing pursuant to CDC guidelines in place and being practiced

I have an exception to the face covering requirements or do not want to wear a face covering, but an establishment will not let me in. What can I do?

A business may deny access for any legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason.

I have a health condition that makes breathing while wearing a face covering particularly difficult. Am I encouraged to wear a face covering?

No, Martin County Emergency Order 20-17 does not recommend that persons who have difficulty breathing, or for whom the wearing of a face covering is otherwise unsafe, wear face coverings.

I have a health condition that does not allow me to wear a face covering. Do I need to show medical proof before seeking access to a business or other establishment?

No, the order does not require that you provide medical proof of a health condition that renders you exempt from the recommendation to wear a face covering. Please note, however, that a municipality or individual establishment may impose other or additional requirements.

How should I discard my face covering?

Reusable face coverings should be properly sanitized after each use per CDC guidelines. Disposable face coverings and other disposable personal protective equipment such as gloves must be discarded properly in a waste receptacle.

Businesses can select the links below to open a PDF file that you can print (8.5″W x 11″H).

For Restaurants:

• Download English Version [PDF]
• Download Spanish Version [PDF]

For Businesses:

• Download English Version [PDF]
• Download Spanish Version [PDF]

For Outdoor Public Places:

• Download English Version [PDF]
• Download Spanish Version [PDF]

LOCAL STATE OF EMERGENCY:

4/5: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

3/29: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

3/22: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

3/15: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

3/8: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

3/1: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

2/22: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

2/15: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

2/8: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

2/1: Declaration of continuing Local of State of Emergency

1/25: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

1/18: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

1/11: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

1/4: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

12/28: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

12/21: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

12/14: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

12/7: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

11/30: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

11/23: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

11/16: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

11/9: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

11/2: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

10/26: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

10/19: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

10/12: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

10/5: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

9/28: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

9/21: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

9/14: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

9/7: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

8/31: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

8/24: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency 

8/17: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

8/10: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

8/3: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

7/27: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

7/20: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

7/13: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

7/6: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

6/29: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

6/22: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

6/15: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

6/8: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

6/1: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

5/25: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

5/18: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

5/11: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

5/4: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

4/27: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

4/20: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

4/13: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

4/06: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

3/30: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

3/23: Declaration of continuing Local State of Emergency

3/16: Declaration of Local State of Emergency

LOCAL EMERGENCY ORDERS:

EO 20-17: Emergency Order 20-17 Strongly Encouraging Face Coverings in Public
EO 20-15: Emergency Order 20-15 Strongly Encouraging Face Coverings in Public
EO 20-13: Termination of EO 20-11
EO 20-12: Closure of Beach Access - Fourth of July Holiday
EO 20-11: Face Coverings
EO 20-10: Termination of EO 20-04
EO 20-09: Lifts Restrictions on Beaches
EO 20-08: Restrictions on Beaches
EO 20-06: Temporary Outdoor Dining
EO 20-05: Partial Reopen of Beaches
EO 20-04: Golf Course Restrictions Update
EO 20-03: Golf Course Restrictions
EO 20-02: Continuity of Business
EO 20-01: Beach Closures

ORDINANCES:

Ordinance 1145: Repeals Ordinance No. 1140
Ordinance 1140: Face Coverings Mandate
Ordinance 1136: Face Coverings Mandate

ADDITIONAL ACTIONS:

• Participating in regular conference calls with regional, state, and federal health officials
• Reviewing and updating pandemic preparedness and response plans
• Coordinating with FDOH Martin, local, county, state, federal, and non-profit partners regarding preparedness actions
• Monitoring CDC and FDOH websites and social media outlets for updated guidance
• Taking proactive steps to maintain a safe workplace for employees and residents conducting business with us, including increasing cleaning in county-owned facilities to disinfect high-touch surfaces with a focus on high-traffic areas
• Putting new procedures in place to limit in-person interactions and encourage residents to utilize online and over-the-phone resources
• Sharing information via all available communication channels including social media, the county website, Martin County Television, AlertMartin emergency alerts and local media, to keep the community apprised of personal preparedness information and current county actions

GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDERS:

EO-21-67: Amending Executive Order 20-315 - Vaccine Administration/Protecting Florida's Seniors
EO-21-65: Clemency Order Regarding Remission of Fines
EO-20-316: Emergency Management -Extension of Executive0rder20-52-COVID-19
EO 20-315: Re: Vaccine Administration/Protecting Florida’s Seniors
EO 20-276: Re: Emergency Management – Extension of Executive Order 20-52 – COVID-19
EO 20-246: Re: Emergency Management – COVID 19 – Local Government Public Meetings
EO 20-244: Re: Phase 3; Right to Work; Business Certainty; Suspension of Fines
EO 20-223: Re: Emergency Management – Miami-Dade and Broward counties approved to move into Phase 2: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery
EO 20-214: Re: Palm Beach County
EO 20-213: Extends Executive Order 20-52-COVID-19
EO 20-212  Extends deadline for students graduating in the 2019-20 school year to earn the minimum qualifying SAT or ACT score to earn a Bright Futures scholarship until December 1, 2020
EO 20-211: Re: Limited Extension of Mortgage Foreclosure and Eviction Relief
EO 20-210: Delays renewal deadline for holders of any license, permit, registration, or certificate issued by DBPR for purposes of engaging in the manufacturing, sale, or distribution of alcoholic beverages in Florida
EO 20-193: Amends Executive Order 20-179
EO 20-192: Amends Executive Orders 20-68, 20-139, and 20-166
EO 20-180: Extends Executive Order re: Limited Extension of Mortgage Foreclosure and Eviction Relief
EO 20-179: Extends Executive Order re: Emergency Management – COVID-19 – Local Government Public Meetings
EO 20-166: Re: Emergency Management – Extension of Executive Order 20-52 – COVID-19
EO 20-159: Extends Executive Order 20-137 re: Limited Extension of Mortgage Foreclosure and Eviction Relief
EO 20-150: Re: Emergency Management – COVID-19 – Local Government Public Meetings
EO 20-149: Re: Emergency Management – COVID-19 – Primary and General Elections
EO 20-139: Phase 2: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery
EO 20-131: Expanding Full Phase 1: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery
EO 20-123: Full Phase I: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida's Recovery
EO 20-122: Re: Broward and Miami-Dade Counties to Phase 1: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery
EO 20-121: Extends Executive Order 20-94 re: Limited Extension of Mortgage Foreclosure and Eviction Relief
EO 20-120: Re: Expanding Phase 1: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery | View FAQs
EO 20-114: Re: Emergency Management – Extension of Executive Order 20-52 – COVID-19
EO 20-112: Re: Phase 1: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery | View FAQs
EO 20-111: Limited Extension of Essential Services and Activities and Vacation Rental Prohibition 
EO 20-104: Emergency Temporary Action Related to Unemployment Compensation – COVID-19
EO 20-103: Extends Executive Order 20-87 re: Vacation Rental Closures
EO 20-95: Documentary Stamps for SBA Loans
EO 20-94: Mortgage Foreclosure and Eviction Relief
EO 20-93: Reemployment Assistance Program
EO 20-92: Amends Executive Order 20-91 re: Essential Services and Activities During COVID-19 Emergency
EO 20-91: Essential Services and Activities During COVID-19 Emergency | View FAQs
EO 20-90: Broward and Palm Beach County Closures
EO 20-89: Miami-Dade County, Broward County, Palm Beach County, Monroe County Public Access Restrictions
EO 20-88: Re-employment of Essential Personnel
EO 20-87: Vacation Rental Closures
EO 20-86: Additional Requirements of Certain Individuals Traveling to Florida
EO 20-85: Telehealth and Immunizations for State Group Insurance
EO 20-83: Protective Measures for Vulnerable Populations, Gatherings of Private Citizens and Density of the Workforce
EO 20-82: Isolation of Individuals Traveling to Florida
EO 20-80: Airport Screening and Isolation
EO 20-72: Non-essential Elective Medical Procedures
EO 20-71: Alcohol Sales, Restaurants, and Gyms
EO 20-69: Local Government Public Meetings
EO 20-68: Regarding Bars, Beaches, and Restaurants
EO 20-52: Public Health Emergency
EO 20-51: Establishes Coronavirus Response Protocol and Directs Public Health Emergency

Public meetings to resume in chambers in January 2021:

Beginning in January 2021, the Martin County Board of County Commissioners will once again hold board meetings and other public meetings in chambers on the first floor of the Administration Building. View the 2021 meeting schedule.

Meetings are available on Comcast Channel 20, U-verse Channel 99, and streaming on MCTV online, YouTube and Facebook.

Continued COVID-19 safety protocols:

Protecting the health and safety of our employees, residents and visitors remains the county's primary goal. Martin County continues to require face coverings in all county-owned and operated facilities, and protective measures and increased sanitization are in place.
 

Previous special meetings:

VIDEO: 7/7 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 7/2 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 6/26 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 6/19 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 6/12 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 5/29 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 5/15 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 5/8 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 5/1 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 4/24 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 4/17 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 4/09 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 4/03 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 3/30 Special BOCC Meeting
VIDEO: 3/18 Special BOCC Meeting

On September 25, Governor DeSantis moved the state into Phase 3 of the Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. plan for Florida’s Recovery.

Highlights of Phase 3 include:

• Restaurants, bars, pubs and night clubs may operate at up to 100% capacity, with limited social distancing protocols 
• Theme parks may operate at 100%, with limited social distancing protocols
• Gyms and fitness centers may operate at full capacity, but should maintain adequate sanitization practices
• Retail businesses may operate at full capacity, but should continue to maintain adequate sanitization practices
• The collection of fines and penalties associated with COVID-19 enforced upon individuals has been suspended
• Prior restrictions pertaining to the congregation of people in groups larger than 50 have been eliminated, however, the non-vulnerable population should consider minimizing time in crowded environments
• Personal services such as hair salons, nail salons and barber shops may operate at full capacity with cleaning mitigation measures
• Vacation rentals may resume normal operating procedures but should continue to thoroughly clean and disinfect between rentals
• State parks, public beaches and large venues should fully reopen with limited social distancing protocols
• Vulnerable persons can resume public interactions, but should practice social distancing and minimize exposure to social settings where social distancing may not be practical unless precautionary measures are observed

View Executive Order 20-244 ❯

View Task Force Report ❯

On June 3, Governor DeSantis released Phase 2 of the Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. plan for Florida’s Recovery.

Highlights of Phase 2 include:

• Restaurants may allow bar-top seating with appropriate social distancing
• Bars and pubs may operate at 50% capacity inside and full capacity outside with appropriate social distancing (customers may only receive service if seated) 
• Retail establishments may operate at full capacity with responsible social distancing and sanitization protocols
• Gyms may operate at full capacity with appropriate social distancing and frequent sanitization
• Entertainment businesses such as movie theaters, concert houses, playhouses, auditoriums, bowling alleys and arcades may operate at 50% capacity with social distancing and sanitization protocols
• Pari-mutuel facilities may submit a request to open to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation
• Personal services businesses such as tattoo parlors, acupuncture establishments, tanning salons and massage establishments may operate while adhering to guidance from the Florida Department of Health

View Executive Order 20-139 ❯

View Phase 2 Infographic ❯

On April 29, Governor DeSantis released Phase 1 of the Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. plan for Florida’s Recovery, which outlines a phased approach to reopening and is based on these guiding principles:

• Focus on the health and safety of the public
• Continued priority of protecting the vulnerable
• Protecting residents’ civil liberties
• Continued partnership with local communities
• Ensuring public confidence
• Planning for economic recovery and our healthcare system readiness

Highlights of Phase 1 include:

• Organized youth activities, including sports leagues, clubs, programs and summer camps, may operate
• Restaurants may offer outdoor seating, with increased indoor seating at 50% capacity beginning May 18
• Retail can operate at 50% of indoor capacity beginning May 18
• Museums and libraries may operate at 50% of indoor capacity beginning May 18
• Hair and nail salons can operate but must follow established guidelines
• Schools continue with distance learning
• Visits to senior living facilities are prohibited
• Elective surgeries statewide can resume
• Vulnerable individuals should avoid close contact with people outside of their home

View Executive Order 20-131 ❯

View Executive Order 20-123 ❯

View Executive Order 20-120 | FAQs ❯

View Executive Order 20-112 | FAQs ❯

View Phase 1 Infographic ❯

View Guiding Principles ❯

View Task Force Report ❯