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Update 1/5/2021

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Update 7/2/2020

BREAKING NEWS!  

Governor Abbott issued Executive Order GA-29 stating “effective at 12:01 p.m. on July 3, 2020.

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Update 6/26/2020

NEW!Governor Abbott issued Executive Order GA-28 stating:

  • Effective as of June 26, 2020 – Bars and establishments that have more than 51% of their gross receipts from the sale of alcoholic beverages must revert to to-go ordering only and cannot serve dine-in customers.
  • As of June 29, 2020, at 12:01am – all dine-in services by restaurants that have less than 51% of their gross receipts from the sale of alcoholic beverages, the occupancy limit will be reduced from 75% to 50% occupancy

Starting MondayJune 29th from 8:00am – 5:00pm businesses located in the City of Wharton with less than 50 employees may pick up a FREE box of 50 disposal masks for employees from City Hall at 120 E Caney, Wharton, TX, 77488. Must be able to provide business and business owner contact information. Supplies are limited, are to protect your employees, are not for customers, and are not resaleable. Please call Krystal Hasselmeier at 979-532-2491 x238 for questions.



¡NUEVO! El gobernador Abbott emitió la orden ejecutiva GA-28 que establece:

• Efectivo a partir del 26 de junio de 2020 - Los bares y establecimientos que tienen más del 51% de sus ingresos brutos por la venta de bebidas alcohólicas deben volver a realizar pedidos para llevar solo y no pueden servir a los clientes para cenar.

• Efectivo el 29 de junio de 2020, a las 12:01 am – Todos los servicios de comidas de restaurantes que tienen menos del 51% de sus ingresos brutos de la venta de bebidas alcohólicas, el límite de ocupación se reducirá del 75% al 50% de ocupación.
 
A partir del lunes 29 de junio, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., las empresas ubicadas en la Ciudad de Wharton con menos de 50 empleados pueden recoger una caja GRATUITA de 50 máscaras de eliminación para empleados del Ayuntamiento en 120 E Caney, Wharton, TX, 77488. Debe poder proporcionar información de contacto de la empresa y del propietario de la empresa. Los suministros son limitados, son para proteger a sus empleados, no son para clientes y no son revendibles.  

NUEVO! El gobernador Abbott emitió la orden ejecutiva GA-28 que establece:

• Efectivo a partir del 26 de junio de 2020 - Los bares y establecimientos que tienen más del 51% de sus ingresos brutos por la venta de bebidas alcohólicas deben volver a realizar pedidos para llevar solo y no pueden servir a los clientes para cenar.

• Efectivo el 29 de junio de 2020, a las 12:01 am – Todos los servicios de comidas de restaurantes que tienen menos del 51% de sus ingresos brutos de la venta de bebidas alcohólicas, el límite de ocupación se reducirá del 75% al 50% de ocupación.

A partir del lunes 29 de junio, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., las empresas ubicadas en la Ciudad de Wharton con menos de 50 empleados pueden recoger una caja GRATUITA de 50 máscaras de eliminación para empleados del Ayuntamiento en 120 E Caney, Wharton, TX, 77488. Debe poder proporcionar información de contacto de la empresa y del propietario de la empresa. Los suministros son limitados, son para proteger a sus empleados, no son para clientes y no son revendi

¡NUEVO! El gobernador Abbott emitió la orden ejecutiva GA-28 que establece:

• Efectivo a partir del 26 de junio de 2020 - Los bares y establecimientos que tienen más del 51% de sus ingresos brutos por la venta de bebidas alcohólicas deben volver a realizar pedidos para llevar solo y no pueden servir a los clientes para cenar.

• Efectivo el 29 de junio de 2020, a las 12:01 am – Todos los servicios de comidas de restaurantes que tienen menos del 51% de sus ingresos brutos de la venta de bebidas alcohólicas, el límite de ocupación se reducirá del 75% al 50% de ocupación.

A partir del lunes 29 de junio, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., las empresas ubicadas en la Ciudad de Wharton con menos de 50 empleados pueden recoger una caja GRATUITA de 50 máscaras de eliminación para empleados del Ayuntamiento en 120 E Caney, Wharton, TX, 77488. Debe poder proporcionar información de contacto de la empresa y del propietario de la empresa. Los suministros son limitados, son para proteger a sus empleados, no son para clientes y no son revendi

¡NUEVO! El gobernador Abbott emitió la orden ejecutiva GA-28 que establece:

• Efectivo a partir del 26 de junio de 2020 - Los bares y establecimientos que tienen más del 51% de sus ingresos brutos por la venta de bebidas alcohólicas deben volver a realizar pedidos para llevar solo y no pueden servir a los clientes para cenar.

• Efectivo el 29 de junio de 2020, a las 12:01 am – Todos los servicios de comidas de restaurantes que tienen menos del 51% de sus ingresos brutos de la venta de bebidas alcohólicas, el límite de ocupación se reducirá del 75% al 50% de ocupación.

A partir del lunes 29 de junio, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., las empresas ubicadas en la Ciudad de Wharton con menos de 50 empleados pueden recoger una caja GRATUITA de 50 máscaras de eliminación para empleados del Ayuntamiento en 120 E Caney, Wharton, TX, 77488. Debe poder proporcionar información de contacto de la empresa y del propietario de la empresa. Los suministros son limitados, son para proteger a sus empleados, no son para clientes y no son revendi

¡NUEVO! El gobernador Abbott emitió la orden ejecutiva GA-28 que establece:

• Efectivo a partir del 26 de junio de 2020 - Los bares y establecimientos que tienen más del 51% de sus ingresos brutos por la venta de bebidas alcohólicas deben volver a realizar pedidos para llevar solo y no pueden servir a los clientes para cenar.

• Efectivo el 29 de junio de 2020, a las 12:01 am – Todos los servicios de comidas de restaurantes que tienen menos del 51% de sus ingresos brutos de la venta de bebidas alcohólicas, el límite de ocupación se reducirá del 75% al 50% de ocupación.

A partir del lunes 29 de junio, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., las empresas ubicadas en la Ciudad de Wharton con menos de 50 empleados pueden recoger una caja GRATUITA de 50 máscaras de eliminación para empleados del Ayuntamiento en 120 E Caney, Wharton, TX, 77488. Debe poder proporcionar información de contacto de la empresa y del propietario de la empresa. Los suministros son limitados, son para proteger a sus empleados, no son para clientes y no son revendi


¡NUEVO! El gobernador Abbott emitió la orden ejecutiva GA-28 que establece:

• Efectivo a partir del 26 de junio de 2020 - Los bares y establecimientos que tienen más del 51% de sus ingresos brutos por la venta de bebidas alcohólicas deben volver a realizar pedidos para llevar solo y no pueden servir a los clientes para cenar.

• Efectivo el 29 de junio de 2020, a las 12:01 am – Todos los servicios de comidas de restaurantes que tienen menos del 51% de sus ingresos brutos de la venta de bebidas alcohólicas, el límite de ocupación se reducirá del 75% al 50% de ocupación.

A partir del lunes 29 de junio, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., las empresas ubicadas en la Ciudad de Wharton con menos de 50 empleados pueden recoger una caja GRATUITA de 50 máscaras de eliminación para empleados del Ayuntamiento en 120 E Caney, Wharton, TX, 77488. Debe poder proporcionar información de contacto de la empresa y del propietario de la empresa. Los suministros son limitados, son para proteger a sus empleados, no son para clientes y no son revendi

¡NUEVO! El gobernador Abbott emitió la orden ejecutiva GA-28 que establece:

• Efectivo a partir del 26 de junio de 2020 - Los bares y establecimientos que tienen más del 51% de sus ingresos brutos por la venta de bebidas alcohólicas deben volver a realizar pedidos para llevar solo y no pueden servir a los clientes para cenar.

• Efectivo el 29 de junio de 2020, a las 12:01 am – Todos los servicios de comidas de restaurantes que tienen menos del 51% de sus ingresos brutos de la venta de bebidas alcohólicas, el límite de ocupación se reducirá del 75% al 50% de ocupación.

A partir del lunes 29 de junio, de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., las empresas ubicadas en la Ciudad de Wharton con menos de 50 empleados pueden recoger una caja GRATUITA de 50 máscaras de eliminación para empleados del Ayuntamiento en 120 E Caney, Wharton, TX, 77488. Debe poder proporcionar información de contacto de la empresa y del propietario de la empresa. Los suministros son limitados, son para proteger a sus empleados, no son para clientes y no son revendi

“Back in Business”

Update 6/24/2020

The City of Wharton has established a “Back in Business” framework to help ease our businesses in re-opening their doors. The “Back in Business” campaign has been developed as the State and Federal government announced more business to resume. At this time, we are reminding businesses of the importance of following the recommended guidelines for reducing the spread of COVID-19.

The City has noticed that some businesses are not practicing safe and sanitary measures necessary to reduce the spread and is asking all businesses to refresh themselves with the re-opening guidelines. It is necessary that everyone practice safe and sanitary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to avoid further local restrictions like those seen in other nearby areas. We are also encouraging businesses that have a higher rate of interaction with the public (like restaurants & stores) to take extra steps to protect your staff and customers.

The City is asking that all customers be mindful of following social distancing guidelines and respect the request of businesses to use hand sanitizer or other safety measures those business owners feel are necessary to keep their staff and customers safe as we continue to move forward.

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“Back in Business”

Update 6/4/2020

The City of Wharton has established a “Back in Business” framework to help ease our businesses in re-opening their doors. The “Back in Business” campaign has been developed as the State and Federal government announced more business to resume. At this time, further allowances for expanded business has been permitted by the Governor.

According to the Governor’s Executive Order GA-26 issued on June 3rd, 2020 and available at https://gov.texas.gov/uploads/files/press/EO-GA-26_expanded_opening_COVID-19.pdf:

Effective June 3, 2020:

  • All businesses currently operating at 25% capacity can expand their occupancy to 50% with certain exceptions.
  • Bars and similar establishments may increase their capacity to 50% as long as patrons are seated.
  • Amusement parks and carnivals in counties with less than 1,000 confirmed positive cases may open at 50% capacity.
  • Restaurants may expand their maximum table size from 6 to 10 persons.

Effective June 12, 2020:

  • Restaurants may expand their occupancy levels to 75%.

Effective June 19, 2020:

  • Amusement parks and carnivals in counties with more than 1,000 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 may open at 50% capacity.

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 “Back in Business” 

Update 5/18/2020

The City of Wharton has established this “Back in Business” framework to help ease our businesses in re-opening their doors. The “Back in Business” campaign has been developed as the State and Federal governments re-open Texas. At this time certain businesses have been allowed to open at a 25% capacity, including retail and restaurant establishments, gyms and exercise facilities, manufacturers, and office based businesses, as announced by the Governor on Monday, May 5th, taking effect at 12:01 a.m. Monday, May 18th.

As of Monday May 18th, per the Governor’s expanded Executive Order GA-23, effective immediately, ‘massage establishments and other facilities where licensed massage therapists or other persons licensed or otherwise authorized to practice, Personal-care and beauty services that have not already been reopened, such as tattoo studios, piercing studios, hair removal services, and hair loss treatment and growth services, and child-care services may resume’.

Additionally, ‘starting at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, May 22nd, 2020, ‘dine-in restaurant services, for restaurants may now operate at up to 50% of the total listed occupancy, while bars and similar establishments may operate up to 25% occupancy. Rodeos and equestrian events may operate also begin to operate at the 25% capacity’.

Further, per the Governor’s Executive Order GA-23, ‘starting at 12:01 a.m. on  Sunday, May 31, 2020, youth camps, including summer camps and other daytime and overnight camps for youths, and youth sports programs may resume, with games and similar competitions beginning no sooner than June 15th’.

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 “Back in Business” 

Update 4/28/2020

The City of Wharton has established this “Back in Business” framework to help ease our businesses in re-opening their doors. The “Back in Business” campaign will be developed as the State and Federal government allow more business to resume. At this time, we are continuing to allow to-go & take-out retail method, but additional changes announced by the Governor on Monday, April 27th will take effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday, May 1st.

According to the Governor’s Executive Order GA-18, ‘starting at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, May 1st, 2020, in-store retail services, dine-in restaurant services, movie theaters, shopping malls, museums and libraries, can operate at 25% occupancy’ under specific guidelines and regulations.  

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The City of Wharton is continuing to monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and is taking precautionary measures to keep residents and city staff as safe as possible. A number of city events and activities have been canceled, and we are continuing to share information on the virus from trusted public health agencies.

For accurate and reliable information, please be sure to visit the following resources:

Utility Payments

The City is encouraging its utility customers to pay their bills online, over the phone or in our 24-hour deposit box.

  • Paying online by Clicking the Online Payments Button on the front page of the website.
  • As an additional method of encouraging social distancing, the City is recommending payment through the Courtesy Drop Box located in the parking lot of City Hall. We ask that you DO NOT insert CASH, we accept check or money orders only. The payments in the drop box will be monitored and posted throughout the day.

If you are having trouble logging in or need assistance, please feel free to contact one of our customer service representatives by calling 979-532-2491.

What the City of Wharton is doing

The City of Wharton is taking precautionary measures to keep residents and city staff as safe as possible. The following precautions have been taken to date:

  • Enacted closures or postponements to protect our most vulnerable populations.
  • Actively sharing information from Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and CDC on what the public and our employees can do to protect themselves and others.
  • Updating and reviewing emergency management protocols to ensure continuity of operations.
  • Closed City Facilities to help encourage social distancing for the safety of its residents and city staff.

City Amenities and Meetings - As of June 1st, 2020 

  • Wharton City Hall: Open to the public.  Where feasible, we are still encouraging members of the public to conduct business with city staff through emails and online. As a reminder, utility bill payments may be made by bank draft or credit card through an online portal. There is also a payment drop-box available in the parking lot of City Hall.  Appointments for new service or building permits can be made by contacting City Hall.
  • Customer Service (Utility Bill Pay): Open to the public 
  • Utility Bill Payments: Water Bill Payments can be made online at: https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/whartontx/utilities  or in the drop box located at City Hall. Cash is not accepted in the drop box. Payments will be monitored and posted throughout the day.
  • Trash services remain the same and unchanged.
  • Open Records Requests may be submitted by email to pfavors@cityofwharton.com  
  • City Council Meetings: Please refer to www.cityofwharton.com Government Tab for the most up to date agenda postings. Wharton City Council meetings are currently occurring with a few important changes.

To promote social distancing:

  • Citizens are HIGHLY encouraged to watch the live stream on cable Channel 18 verses attending in person.
  • Due to CDC guidelines, the number of people allowed in the Council Chamber at one time will be limited.
  • Seating arrangements have been altered for those attending in person.

The agenda may be found here: http://www.cityofwharton.com/page/agendas_minutes_10_16 Questions? Call City Hall at 979-532-2491.

  • Wharton Civic Center: Open to the Public: Questions regarding those reservations can be directed to the Civic Center at 979-532-2491 ext. 603.
  • City of Wharton Public Works Department: Open to the Public– 979-532-2491                            Calls for service will be answered 24 hours a day - 7 days a week.
  • Wharton Municipal Court: Open to the Public. Many of Wharton Municipal Court proceedings have been canceled till further notice but payments and some services can be provided at the Court window.  Please call with questions or to schedule to time to meet with the Judge.                                                                                                                                                                                          Municipal Court Payments can be made online at https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/whartontx/court/search or via the drop box located outside of Municipal Court. Court Record Requests may be submitted via email to pfavors@cityofwharton.com. For questions, or if you have concerns about your particular case, please contact the Court at 979-532-4811 ext. 532 or 533.
  • City Parks and Trail: OPEN. The City of Wharton’s public parks, trail and green spaces are open and available for families to utilize during the Coronavirus or COVID-19 response. Participants are encouraged to wash their hands with soap and water for 20 seconds before and after using park equipment. Please remember to practice social distancing and staying at least 6 feet apart and no gatherings more than 10 people will be allowed.
  • Wharton Regional Airport: Open to the Public. Call with questions 979-532-3210.
  • Wharton Animal Shelter: Contact the Wharton Police Department Communications Center at 979-532-3131
  • Wharton EMS Administration Office: Call 979-532-2491 ext. 700
  • Wharton Fire Administration Office: Call 979-532-2491 ext. 400
  • Wharton City Hall: Open to the Public.  Social distancing guidelines are requested to be followed.  Masks will be provided for those wishing to wear one while conducting business inside City Hall.

All Wharton Police, Wharton EMS and Wharton Fire services remain the same and unchanged. For emergencies, please dial 911. Wharton Police non-emergency can be reached at 979-532-3131, Wharton EMS non-emergency can be reached at 979-532-4811 ext. 700 and Wharton Fire non-emergency can be reached at 979-532-4811 ext. 400.

The City of Wharton’s number one priority remains the well-being of our citizens and employees. The City is taking every possible precaution to protect our community while continuing to provide service to our residents in the safest manner possible.

Please remember the following good health habits:

  • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Always wash your hands after you have used the bathroom and before eating
  • Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap is not available.
  • Keep your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth. These are the primary entrance points for COVID-19 infection

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