City of Marshfield Declares State of Emergency

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The City of Marshfield has declared a State of Emergency in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Declaring a State of Emergency allows the City of Marshfield to access physical and financial assistance from state and federal officials. It also authorizes City officials to take certain emergency actions as may be necessary, including purchasing needed materials and services, and closing or limiting access to municipal buildings and facilities.

City officials are following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control, Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Wood County and Marathon County Health Departments.

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The City will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation and adjust processes accordingly. At this time, City Hall and the Marshfield Police Department are open normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., encourages the public to go online at ci.marshfield.wi.us for their business needs with the City.

Law enforcement is responding to most calls for service but the public may receive a phone call if the concern does not necessitate physical interaction with an officer.

For any questions, reach out to City Administrator Steve Barg at 715-486-2003 or for non-emergency law enforcement needs, call Wood County Dispatch at 715-387-4394.

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