City of Rehoboth Beach buildings and offices closed to public effective March 17

Based on the recent recommendations from the State of Delaware and Delaware public health experts, the City of Rehoboth Beach is implementing the following measures to slow the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19):

• Through March 31, the City of Rehoboth Beach buildings and offices will be closed to the general public. This includes City Hall, Administrative Offices, Public Works Buildings, playgrounds and all public restrooms except Rehoboth Avenue. The city manager will evaluate continued closures as needed.

• City of Rehoboth Beach police, public works, water and wastewater crews will continue to operate and will be available to respond to service calls. Contact non-emergency police dispatch at 302-227-2577 and call this number for after-hours utility emergencies. In the event of an emergency, call 911.

• Rehoboth Beach residents are encouraged to use the city's Citizen Self-Service Portal for making utility billing payments. Payments may also be made by U.S. mail and the drop box located outside City Hall.

• City staff will continue to work on-site while offices remain closed to the public. With questions for a staff member, city staff will be available through email and telephone at 302-227-6181.

• Essential in-person meetings with city staff may be arranged by appointment. Call or email the department one needs to meet to arrange an appointment time.

For more information, please contact the Communications Department at 302-227-6181 ext. 522 or communications@cityofrehoboth.com.