A “business variance form” for currently closed businesses that would like to resume business while still meeting COVID-19 protocols is now available from Lincoln County Public Health, according to Stephen Malik, public information officer for Lincoln County Emergency Management.

This form, which would allow businesses to reopen along with meeting CDC guidelines and state public health orders, is also linked from the Lincoln County Public Health COVID-19 web page and has been shared on social media. These forms are submitted to Lincoln County Public Health for review by the County Health Officer, who will coordinate with the State Health Officer to approve business plans.