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Whitfield County commissioners rescind mask ordinance for county facilities after public opposition
Summary
Whitfield County commissioners voted to remove their ordinance requiring masks inside county-owned buildings and vehicles, leaving in place a nonbinding resolution encouraging mask use. Public commenters opposed the mandate and some urged continued protections for hospital capacity.
Whitfield County commissioners voted Jan. 11 to remove an ordinance that had required masks inside county-owned facilities and vehicles, replacing the mandate with a nonbinding resolution that strongly encourages mask use in public.
The motion to rescind the ordinance was made by Commissioner Greg Jones and seconded by Commissioner Robby Staten; the board approved the motion 3-0. The rescission follows public comment both opposing the…
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