UPDATE ON BCCD COVID-19 RESPONSE PLAN (9/24/20)

1. Shelters are open for use for groups of up to 50 people.
2. Everyone needs to practice social distancing – follow all Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recommendations.
3. Please bring your own hand sanitizer and use it before and after touching any surface, such as benches, tables, garbage containers, or other similar surfaces.
4. Be especially mindful if you are geocaching. Wear disposable gloves and sanitize all surfaces before and after touching. Wash your hands! Do not engage in this activity if you are experiencing any sign of illness.
5. Keep all pets leashed and under control and come prepared to clean up after your pet.
6. If you drive to a BCCD conservation area, please observe the number of vehicles in the parking areas. If 50% or more parking spaces are full please consider delaying your visit or going to a different conservation area.
7. If you plan to attend a Board of Trustees meeting of the Boone County Conservation District, please advise us of your attendance at least twenty-four hours in advance by calling our office at (815)547-7935. This is necessary to provide proper distancing of six feet to meet the requirements of the State of Illinois, during all public meetings.

Administration Center            Infectious Disease Outbreak Response Plan

These are the protocols we have put in place, following the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and/or the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidance:

• All visitors shall wear a mask while inside the building – except for those that have medical limitations.
• Any person who displays or has symptoms of Covid-19 is asked to remain outside the building.
• Only two (2) visitors are allowed inside the building at a time. No children allowed in the building.
• All visitors will remain six (6) feet from staff or other visitors (social distancing minimum standard) We have placed social distancing markers on the floor “X.”
• Portions of the Administrative Office will remain closed to the public, including the interpretive displays, live animal exhibits, and employee office spaces. These areas will be posted for employees only.
• Restrooms and commonly touched surfaces inside the Administrative Office will be frequently wiped down and/or cleaned.
• These protocols will remain in effect during Phase IV of the Restore Illinois plan.

We look forward to assisting our patrons and are grateful for everyone’s kindness and consideration!