Coronavirus (COVID19) Information

The Coronavirus (COVID19) Pandemic is currently a serious public health emergency, and in an effort to combat community transmission of COVID19, the City of Lewiston is daily monitoring updates from the Maine Center for Disease Control (CDC), communicating with public health leaders, and actively taking safety measures. This page will be regularly updated with evolving news and information. Social distancing, masking, and handwashing are critical towards stopping the transmission of COVID19. 

Lewiston City Hall is open from 8:30 - 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday; please use the Park Street entrance. Safety precautions are being taken due to COVID19, and masking is necessary when entering the building.

Keep Maine Healthy Testing Site Information

October 2020 - Governor's Executive Order Towards Re-opening Economy & Mask Wearing Strengthened

8/1/20 Governor's Executive Order - Outside Gatherings & Face Coverings for Children

7/8/20 Executive Order from Governor Mills - MASKING

5/20/20 Increase in COVID-19 in Lewiston:  WHAT YOU CAN DO

5/15/20 Status Update - Lewiston Municipal Operations - Some Offices Providing In-Person Service by Appointment Only

 If You Prefer, You Can Still Do City Business from a Distance:

• Do City Business Online 
• Postal Mail: 27 Pine Street, Lewiston, ME 04240
  
• E-mail: Staff Directory 
• Telephone:  (207) 513-3000
• Drop-Box on Park Street Side of City Hall:  Water bills, tax payments, etc.
• FAX Machine:  (207) 784-2959
  

   Municipal Closures & Schedule Changes

• Lewiston Public Library - Open by Appointment for Computer Use & Children's Room
  http://lplonline.org/lpl-by-appointment/
• Library Curbside Pick-up Continues:  http://lplonline.org/lpltogo/   
• Lewiston Recreation & Seniors Programs - Closed Until Further Notice - Recreation Does Have Virtual Offerings
  NOTE:  Two Lewiston Recreational Facilities are Now Re-opened!  The Franklin Pasture Tennis/Pickle Ball Courts adjacent to Lewiston High School and the Kennedy Park Skate Park are now open!  The City recommends that the tennis/pickle ball   matches be singles only and that CDC social distancing practices be maintained in the skate park. 
• Lewiston Public Schools - Closed  
  
• Lewiston Oak Street Bus Station, 111 Bates Street - Closed (Bus Service Still Operating)
• LA CA$H - Closed for Tax Season

  Health Information                             

• What To Do If You Are Sick & Believe You May Be Infected? 
• Maine CDC Health Alert Advisories
  
• How Does It Spread & High-Risk Geographic Areas
• How to Prepare Your Household
• Tri-County Mental Health Services - Mental Health/Substance Concerns - 1-888-304-4673
• State Crisis Hotline - 1-888-568-1112

     What Can You Do to Protect Yourself?

• Watch for symptoms:  fever, cough, shortness of breath, and sometimes a sore throat.
• Practice social distancing, to include no social gatherings, no handshakes, no close contact
  
•  Remain 6 feet apart from someone you come in contact with
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer (60% alcohol content)
  
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
• Stay home while you’re sick 
• Wipe shopping cart handles before use
• Evaluate plane travel
  
  • Consult US CDC Travel Alerts
  • Consult US State Department Travel Advisories
    

Thank you to the Maine CDC for the wealth of information it has provided.