COVID 19 cases are rising dramatically in Douglas County, with the number of active, confirmed cases over 1,200. The Lawrence Journal World reports that public health officials have recommended that the Douglas County Commission approve a Mask Mandate if cases hit the 1,000 mark. The County’s Unified Command Group will meet next week to hear recommendations from Public Health Officer, Dr. Thomas Marcellino.
The Douglas County Commission is responsible for approving any Countywide Mask Mandate. Health officials say they would not consider making that recommendation to the Commission before January 12.
The Douglas County Health Department reported 987 active cases as of Monday. Another update will be released later Wednesday. The Health Department says only 28% of all Douglas County residents 12 and older are fully vaccinated and have received the booster shot.
