We remain steadfast in our resolve to make Martin County a safe and healthy place to call home. As we continue to navigate the different phases of this health pandemic, protecting the health and safety of our employees, residents and visitors remains the county’s primary goal.
Together we'll approach new challenges with resilience and sustainability to protect that which is most precious to us. Together we can get through this and move our community forward. Martin Together.
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT COVID-19 VACCINES:
WHAT WE'RE STILL LEARNING ABOUT COVID-19 VACCINES:
VACCINES ARE WIDELY ACCESSIBLE:
PUBLIX PHARMACIES:
Publix is offering vaccinations for walk-ins at all locations in Florida with in-store pharmacies and is now administering both the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. Check the Publix website at www.publix.com/covid-vaccine/florida for more information.
WALMART & SAM'S CLUB:
Walmart and Sam's Club pharmacies are administering vaccines through a federal program. Locations can be found here.
CVS:
CVS Health is administering the COVID-19 vaccine by appointment and walk-in. Visit the CVS website at www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine for additional information.
WINN DIXIE:
Winn Dixie is administering the COVID-19 vaccine by appointment and walk-in. For information, visit www.winndixie.com/pharmacy/covid-vaccine/.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS:
All veterans, spouses and caregivers can get a COVID-19 vaccine at the VA by appointment or walk-in clinic. For more information, visit the VA's vaccination information page.
Visit: floridahealth.gov
Click on the Testing Sites tab and select a county.
Residents should contact the provider directly to confirm type of test offered and any associated fees.
Get vaccinated
Authorized COVID-19 vaccines can help protect you from COVID-19.
You should get a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as you can.
Once you are fully vaccinated, you may be able to start doing some things that you had stopped doing because of the pandemic.
Wear a mask
If you are not fully vaccinated and aged 2 or older, you should wear a mask in indoor public places.
In general, you do not need to wear a mask in outdoor settings.
In areas with high numbers of COVID-19 cases, consider wearing a mask in crowded outdoor settings and for activities with close contact with others who are not fully vaccinated.
People who have a condition or are taking medications that weaken their immune system may not be fully protected even if they are fully vaccinated. They should continue to take all precautions recommended for unvaccinated people, including wearing a well-fitted mask, until advised otherwise by their healthcare provider.
If you are fully vaccinated, to maximize protection from the Delta variant and prevent possibly spreading it to others, wear a mask indoors in public if you are in an area of substantial or high transmission.
Wearing a mask over your nose and mouth is required on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation traveling into, within, or out of the United States and while indoors at U.S. transportation hubs such as airports and stations. Travelers are not required to wear a mask in outdoor areas of a conveyance (like on open deck areas of a ferry or the uncovered top deck of a bus).
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Stay 6 feet away from others
Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces
Wash your hands often
Cover coughs and sneezes
Clean and disinfect
Monitor your health daily
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) provides access to COVID-19 information and resources in Florida, including vaccine and testing information. Find out more at floridahealthcovid19.gov. View the DOH local updates archive here.
The following section features local and state actions taken related to COVID-19 including local emergency orders, Governor DeSantis' executive orders, county news releases, as well as other county actions taken to protect employees and residents.
LOCAL STATE OF EMERGENCY:
To access an archive of all local state of emergency declarations, click here.
LOCAL EMERGENCY ORDERS:
EO 21-02: Termination of EO 20-06
EO 21-01: Termination of EO 20-17
EO 20-17: Strongly Encouraging Face Coverings in Public
EO 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
GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDERS:
Executive orders issued by Governor Ron DeSantis related to COVID-19 and other subjects can be found here.
To access an archive of all county news releases, click here.
The following section features assistance resources for businesses and individuals, links and updates related to constitutional offices, links to the websites for local municipalities, Martin County School District updates and information from local service providers in response to COVID-19.
Florida Department of Health: For all health-related questions related to COVID-19 in Florida, please contact the Florida Department of Health’s COVID-19 call center, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
24/7 State Hotline: (866) 779-6121
Email: covid-19@flhealth.gov
Website: floridahealthcovid19.gov
DOH Martin County: (772) 221-4000
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m – 5 p.m.
FEMA Rumor Control: The Federal Emergency Management Agency has created a Rumor Control page to help distinguish between rumors and facts in response to COVID-19.
If you are in need of crisis or mental health resources, counseling and/or emotional support during the COVID-19 pandemic, view the following link for a list of available COVID-19 crisis resources.
211:
211 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to connect residents with resources for food, paying housing bills, mental health services and more. For assistance, dial 2-1-1, (561) 383-1112, or text your zip code to TXT211 (898211). Service is free and confidential. For more information, visit the 211 website.
BASIC NEEDS:
If you are unable to meet basic needs like housing, food and healthcare:
HOME ENERGY NEEDS:
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps keep families safe and healthy through initiatives that assist families with energy costs. Apply online via the Agricultural and Labor Program, Inc., ALPI website.
UNITED WAY OF MARTIN COUNTY:
To assist Martin County individuals and families who are impacted by COVID-19, United Way of Martin County launched the COVID-19 Community Economic Relief Fund and has authorized up to $200,000 from their emergency fund to aid in recovery efforts.
United Way of Martin County is working with local direct service organizations to disseminate emergency funds with the appropriate sense of urgency. Learn more via the United Way Martin County website.
DIAPERS AND FORMULA:
Martin County Healthy Start Coalition: (772) 463-2888 | mchealthystart.org
FOOD PANTRIES:
SNAP, FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
The Florida Department of Children and Families' Food Assistance Program helps people with low-income buy healthy food. To apply for the Food Assistance Program (SNAP), please visit the Florida Department of Children and Families website.
HOUSE OF HOPE:
House of Hope is the leading source of food for food insecure residents in Martin County. Eligible residents can receive a supply of nutitionally balanced groceries. For more information, visit www.hohmartin.org.
MEALS ON WHEELS:
Are you in need of meal delivery due to COVID-19? Call Meals on Wheels at (772) 223-7826 or (772) 223-7825. The Council on Aging's Meals on Wheels program provides hot, noontime meals for those who are unable to shop or cook.
Although Meals on Wheels primarily serves seniors, it is available to all Martin County residents who have a need for this service, whether on a permanent or temporary basis (for example, following surgery). For more information, visit the Kane Center website.
PREPARED MEALS FOR HOMELESS:
Love and Hope in Action: (772) 781-7002 | lahia.org
TREASURE COAST FOOD BANK:
Treasure Coast Food Bank supports a network of local emergency food assistance programs. If you are in need of food, please contact one of our agency partners listed on the Stop Hunger website.
For further assistance, contact the Treasure Coast Food Bank Partner Relations Dept. at (772) 489-3034 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The Council on Aging of Martin County has many resources for Martin County seniors in need. For more information related to home-delivered meals, the emergency food pantry, 24-hour hotline, caregiver counseling, case manager navigator and the Day Medical Center, call the Kane Center at (772) 223-7826 or visit the Kane Center website.
The Florida Veterans Foundation has teamed up with the American Legion of Florida to create the COVID-19 Project Vet Relief Fund. This will help with emergency assistance for those veterans who are affected by this pandemic around the state of Florida. Learn more via the Florida Veterans Foundation website.
Price gouging can be reported by calling 1-866-9NO-SCAM.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOARD:
The Martin County Business Development Board (BDB) has created a centralized online resource, Martin County BIZHub, to help meet the ever-changing needs and interests of local businesses.
It features announcements, updates, links to state and federal business loan programs, connections to small business, job and workforce development partners and more. Businesses can also call the BDB at (772) 221-1380 or email info@bdbmc.org.
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION:
If an individual needs to file a complaint about a business not complying with the Governor’s Executive Order, they can contact the Department of Business and Professional Regulation:
In addition, businesses affected by COVID-19 are asked to complete the Business Damage Assessment Survey.
The Martin County Office of Tourism & Marketing offers resources for our local tourism industry, resources for small businesses and more at Discover Martin.
MARTIN COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR:
Full services are being offered at the Indiantown, Willoughby Blvd, Palm City and Hobe Sound Tax Collectors’ offices. Residents are encouraged to perform transactions online, by phone, by mail and curbside pick-up when possible. Please note the following safety measures are in place:
For more information, please visit the Martin County Tax Collector's website.
MARTIN COUNTY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT:
The Martin County Clerk's Office located in the Courthouse Complex and the Hobe Sound Office are open to the public. The Indiantown Office remains closed.
The public is strongly encouraged to use the Clerk's online services, chat service, telephone assistance or the secure drop box located at the Courthouse, 100 SE Ocean Blvd. It is available weekdays from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. For more information, please visit the Martin County Clerk of the Court’s website.
MARTIN COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER:
The Martin County Property Appraiser’s Office is open to walk-in traffic, however the Property Appraiser would like to remind property owners that many services can be done online:
For more information, please call at (772) 288-5608, email at info@pa.martin.fl.us, or try out our “Live Chat” available on the website. Get your questions answered instantly by clicking the chat bubble icon. A representative will happily assist you.
MARTIN COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS:
The Martin County Supervisor of Elections' Office is open to walk-in traffic. For assistance, please visit the Martin County Supervisor of Elections website, call the office at (772) 288-5637 or email elections@martinvotes.com. Elections staff will be happy to assist you. Spanish assistance is also available.
MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOLS:
Monitor the Martin County School District's website for the latest information.
The following section features information related to the measured and strategic reopening of Florida.
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:
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:
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:
Highlights of Phase 1 include:
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