Your Safety is Our First Priority
Over the last two weeks, Fulton County has been in daily communication with the Fulton County Board of Health, the Georgia Department of Public Health, the CDC, the Governor’s office, our school systems and 15 cities in responding to COVID-19 and its impact on our communities.

The safety of residents and employees is our first priority and has been at the forefront of all decisions about changes in our service delivery. You will find here a summary of some of the service updates made in recent days. We will make additional updates as new information is available.

Please follow the latest CDC guidelines to protect your own health and the health of others in the community.
FULTON COUNTY EMPLOYEE NEWS
Access County Email via Webmail Link
Fulton County employees can access their Fulton County email using the webmail link.

This link is also available on the "For Employees" page of the Fulton County Government Website. Click here for the link.

The username is your first name . last name. Example: John.Smith
Password is the same password used to log into your work computer.

During this time, we are asking employees to spread the word about using webmail to their coworkers so employees will be able to access Fulco News.

Links to Fulco News will also be placed on the "For Employees" page.
Webinar: How to Better Cope with Stress of the
Current Pandemic
All employees will be able to participate in the Anthem (BCBS) EAP (Employee Assistance Program) webinar on how to better cope with the stress of the current pandemic on Friday, March 20 at 11 a.m.

Topics covered include: 
  • Strategies to tackle feelings of anxiety and stress
  • Practical techniques for working from home
  • Ways to address signs of panic in the workplace
  • When to reach out for further help and support

All employees are eligible to register. Click on the link below to register:
Helpful Resources for Employees
Need help finding child care? EAP (Employee Assistance Program) offers a variety of services for employees and members of your household for free. One of those services is finding child care. Just call 800-999-7222 or visit anthemEAP.com and enter Fulton. Learn more about EAP Click here to view a list of services available through EAP

Improve Mental Health: The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our mental health on multiple levels. Click here for practical tips to calm the mind and body.
Event Changes Due to COVID-19
Several Fulton County events are expected to be rescheduled for later dates. Here are some cancellations and date changes confirmed so far:

  • All Fulton County Government fitness classes classes will be cancelled until April 30, 2020.

  • The 41st Sickle Cell Road Race & Walk scheduled for Saturday April 11, 2020 has been postponed to September 12, 2020. More details will be released later.
Fulton Today COVID-19 Update
Fulton County Government modifies services to protect employees and the public in response to COVID-19. Check out the Special Fulton Today about the COVID-19 updates. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVyOy3WRUm4
Fulton County Offices Closed To Public
Based on the latest guidance from federal and state agencies, Fulton County has closed its offices to the public in the following facilities starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020 until further notice:

  • Fulton County Government Center, 141 Pryor Street, SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
  • 137 Peachtree Street, SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
  • North Fulton Service Center, 7741 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
  • South Fulton Service Center, 5600 Stonewall Tell Rd # 114, Atlanta, GA 30349
  • Customer Service Center at Maxwell Road, 11575 Maxwell Road, Alpharetta, GA 30009 
  • Fulton County Board of Assessors Office, 235 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30303
JUSTICE SYSTEM AGENCY UPDATES
The Atlanta Judicial Circuit has issued an order declaring a judicial emergency in Fulton County.

  • Effective Monday, March 16, 2020, no jurors or grand jurors should report, and no jury trials will be held for 30 days.
  • Non-essential hearings will not take place during these 30 days, unless they can be conducted by video or teleconferencing.
  • Parties or attorneys in any non-essential matters should contact the chambers of the judge assigned to their case if they have any questions and/or need help to ensure their compliance with the order.

Residents who have pending matters with Fulton County justice agencies should review updates from each respective agency and handle matters online wherever possible.










PROTECT YOUR HEALTH
Social distancing, including avoiding close contact with others, is one way to protect yourself from infectious diseases. In addition, you can reduce your risk in other ways:
 
  • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available
  • People who are sick should always cover their coughs and sneezes using a tissue or the crook of their elbow; wash your hands after using a tissue to wipe your nose or mouth
  • People who are sick should stay home from work or school until they are well
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with your unwashed hands

For more information on COVID-19 visit the