Joplin city buildings closing to public access

In order to lessen the possible spread of coronavirus-19 (COVID-19), City buildings will close to the public starting Monday March 23 through April 3, 2020, unless further action is needed to expand the closures. The closures include all City buildings with the exception of the Joplin Health Department as it continues to work with its community partners during this public health emergency. To continue social distancing measures, health officials ask that only those needing immediate health services be sought from the department due to the emergency. If you have questions about health services call 417-623-6122. Because of the closures, essential City services are being adjusted to allow business to continue without citizens having to come into the buildings. “I recognize this decision affects many citizens, but our top priority is keeping our employees and community safe through this emergency,” said Nick Edwards, City Manager. “Essential services will continue, while other operations may be downsized or delayed until we get through this public health crisis. We have encouraged our citizens to adhere to the recommendations of staying home, avoiding social gatherings and practicing social distancing when in groups. We are telling our employees these same precautions and are putting them in place.” Citizens can conduct business with the City through email or phone. Below is a listing of the changes that will remain in place through April 3, 2020, unless further action is needed to expand the closures. Information can also be found on the City’s website at www.joplinmo.org . Building Division PRESERVED_BLOCK_0 City Clerk PRESERVED_BLOCK_1 Finance Department (Utility Bills) Monthly utility bills can be paid by: PRESERVED_BLOCK_2 Business license fee - Pay by phone by calling call 417-624-0820, ext. 1242. No additional fees apply. This option is available during the public emergency. Residents are always welcome to mail their payment to the City of Joplin, Attn: Utility Billing, 602 South Main, Joplin, Mo., 64801. Municipal Court: PRESERVED_BLOCK_3 Court Fines can be paid by:  Online payment – go to www.municipalonlinepayments.com/Joplinmo, (available 24 hours/day) Phone – Call 1-800-444-1187 (available 24 hours/day) Bilingual representatives available. PRESERVED_BLOCK_4 For other payment options, call 417-627-2930 Monday- Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Health Department: Medical Division PRESERVED_BLOCK_5 WIC Division PRESERVED_BLOCK_6 Animal Control Division  PRESERVED_BLOCK_7 Police Department Citizens are encouraged to contact the Police Department at 417-623-3131 and not travel to the station. A phone is available inside the foyer at both entrances that can be used to contact our dispatch center.  As always, in case of an emergency please contact 911. Fire Department PRESERVED_BLOCK_8 Planning, Development and Neighborhood Services PRESERVED_BLOCK_9 Parks and Recreation PRESERVED_BLOCK_10 Schifferdecker Golf Course  PRESERVED_BLOCK_11