Create an Account Sign In Search VISITORS RESIDENTS GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS I WANT TO HomeResidentsCOVID-19 Resource Page COVID-19 Resource Page As the novel coronavirus has progressed from an unusual disease in a city in China to a WHO-declared pandemic, a flood of information has spread through broadcast media, social media and coffee-shop conversations. Trying to sort out fact from fiction -- or to identify what is really applicable here in Butler County, Kansas -- has become increasingly difficult. This page attempts to gather together some of the information that is most relevant in our corner of Kansas. COVID-19 Vaccine Information All Butler County COVID-19 vaccine information is now centralized on a new COVID-19 Vaccine Page. This includes info on vaccine distribution statuses, vaccine administration priorities, and links to register for vaccination appointments. To access this new page, click on the web page image. COVID-19 Vaccine Page Local COVID-19 Testing Sites Below are some of the local testing options that are available to Butler County residents. Some sites currently offer testing free of charge while others will bill insurance. For information on any associated fees or to learn about turn-around time on test results, please contact the site sponsor. As of 6/29/2021, the Health Department will resume offering COVID-19 testing through their office. SPONSOR & LOCATION DAYS TO SCHEDULE Butler County Health Department FREE testing: Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. (316) 321-3400 KDHE Community Testing Partners • Andover Drug, Andover • Cooper Drug, Augusta • El Dorado True Care, El Dorado • Rose Hill Pharmacy, Rose Hill FREE testing: visit the KDHE website for hours, addresses, and contact information. Link to website KDHE Mobile Lab Butler County Health Dept parking lot 206 N. Griffith, El Dorado FREE testing: November 24th, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Every Weds in December, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. **Note date and location changes SBA Hospital 720 W. Central, El Dorado Requires doctor's orders - schedule through primary care physician. SBA - Augusta Immediate Care Clinic 401 W. 7th St, Augusta Rapid testing, offered daily Call ahead to arrange sample collection (316) 558-5575 Augusta Family Practice 1306 State St, Augusta Monday and Wednesday 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. (316) 775-9191 Xpress Wellness, 231 S. Andover Rd, Andover Limited daily time slots - preregistration required Link to website Butler County COVID-19 Statistics Updated weekly on Mondays (eff. 5/17/2021) The COVID-19 Dashboard can also be viewed in full-screen mode by clicking here. This may improve the experience on some mobile devices. Butler County Data (updated on Mondays) As of 11/22/2021. *Recovered cases are those confirmed cases that are no longer requiring investigation / monitoring by Public Health. Confirmed COVID-19 cases (see notes on data discrepancies below) 10,609 Negative test results 105,118 Recovered cases* 10,418 Fatalities from COVID-19 136 Cumulative Delta variant cases identified(CDC has downgraded the other variants; no longer "variants of concern") 109 2018 estimated population (for reference) 66,765 Recent Data Adjustments (UPDATED 2/8/2021): Periodically there have been large jumps in county cases. While some of that is due to increased disease spread, some of those increases are also the result of corrections to the reported numbers. Due to data delays and issues with the state’s reporting system, occasionally lump-sum additions of historical cases have to be made to the county’s running total. This has caused inflated daily increases on 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/18, 12/23, 12/28, and 2/5/2021. On 1/6/2021, the county reported a 10-count increase in COVID-19 fatalities. While reconciling data with KDHE, the county Health Department found that the state had stopped notifying them of local deaths. This increase represented a data correction to add in deaths that had occurred over an extended time period -- it did not represent 10 new deaths since the previous reporting period. County/State Data Discrepancies (UPDATED 1/6/2021): The county's COVID-19 case count tracks those cases that have been confirmed, investigated, and/or monitored by the county Health Department. This number differs considerably from the county total published by KDHE. Because KDHE staff are now working many of the cases for the counties, part of that discrepancy comes from delays in the local Health Department learning of these cases. However, a bulk of the difference comes from Department of Corrections inmate cases, which the county does not include in its reported numbers. Since inmate cases do not represent individuals out circulating in the community, the Health Department does not add them to the official county count. For data consistency, the county also does not include inmate fatalities in its COVID-19 fatality count. Board of County Commissioners: Public Access to Weekly Meetings The Butler County Board of Commissioners meetings are once again open for public attendance. However, participants and attendees are still encouraged to maintain safe social distancing while in the meeting room. If you would like to watch from the safety of your home, Commission meetings will continue to be available through live-stream. To access the current meeting or archived videos of previous meetings, click here. Kansas Data (updated on Mondays) As of 11/22/2021. Effective May 11, 2020, KDHE began updating their data only on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. KDHE Reported COVID-19 Cases 458,221 Total Counties with Confirmed Cases 105 Fatalities from COVID-19 6,643 2019 estimated population 2,913,314 County Alerts and Closures COUNTY OPERATIONS AS OF FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4TH: With the ending of statewide gathering orders and the gradual reopening of many business sectors, county government buildings and services also gradually re-opened to in-person access. For the safety of both the public and our county employees, some modifications to operations remain in effect. Access to the Historic Courthouse will be through the west doors only. County staff will be monitoring the number of people entering, exiting and waiting in seating areas. They will be helping to ensure that safe social distancing can be maintained. Citizens visiting either of the two Motor Vehicle locations will be asked to check in using the QLess line management system -- this can either be completed online ahead of time or using a computer terminal on site. As space allows, patrons will be able to wait in designated seating areas. If seating becomes tight, some patrons may be encouraged to leave and return closer to their time to be served. Driver's License renewals are now available for Butler County residents at the Historic Courthouse. This office will utilize the QLess system, as well. For a full list of services this location can provide, visit here. District Court offices continue to operate with some modifications. Please contact the court for further information. COVID-19 EXPOSURES AT WORK: A Fact Sheet for Employers The county has put together a reference sheet to help employers and business owners navigate a COVID-19 exposure in their workplaces. And even though it's targeted at employers, this information is useful for anyone who has been exposed and isn't sure what to do next. The document can be accessed here and discusses the following mitigation steps: 1. Identifying Close Contacts 2. Quarantining Exposed Individuals 3. Conducting COVID-19 Testing at the Appropriate Time 4. Returning to Work Official Information Sources One of your best defenses is to know the facts. To better protect yourself and your family, go straight to the source. Refer to these links for the most current guidelines, recommendations, and virus data: KDHE COVID-19 Vaccine Program FAQs KDHE Guidance for Vaccinated Individuals Kansas COVID-19 Vaccine Information Kansas COVID-19 Response & Recovery KDHE COVID-19 Resource Center Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Johns Hopkins University Interactive Map FEMA/CDC/White House Coronavirus Page CDC Guidance on Wearing Face Masks KDHE - Kansas Guidance on Wearing Masks Fact Sheets for Individuals in Quarantine or Isolation FACT SHEET TOPIC DOCUMENT LINK Home Isolation Information for Patients Click to view Home Isolation Information for Household Members and Caregivers Click to view Releasing Cases and Contacts from Isolation and Quarantine - KDHE Graphic Click to view Isolation and Quarantine FAQ - KDHE Guidance Click to view Local sources of information: AGENCY PHONE EMAIL Butler Co. Health Dept (316) 321-3400 Email Butler Co. Emergency Management (316) 733-9796 Contact Us KDHE Hotline (866) 534-3463 Email United Way Information Line 2-1-1 n/a Kansas Dept of Labor: COVID-19 Unemployment Information (316) 383-9947 Website Mental Health During COVID-19 COVID-19 is taking a toll on more than just physical and economic health. For many people, it is also causing a significant mental health impact. While a lot of the resources out there seem to be targeted toward protecting you physically, please know that a wealth of information and resources are available to support your mental health needs, too. Click here to access a resource list assembled by our local Health Department. Below are contact numbers for mental health services in Butler County: RESOURCE NAME FACILITY LOCATION PHONE NUMBER South Central Mental Health Andover Office (316) 733-5047 Augusta Office (316) 425-0073 El Dorado Office (316) 321-6036 After-Hours Crisis Line (855) 773-6686 Andover Family Counseling Andover (316) 247-3063 COVID-19 Declarations, Orders and Official Notices For reference, below are links to many of the important documents that have been issued during the COVID-19 pandemic. For assistance finding other related materials, contact Butler County Emergency Management. NOTICE OR ORDER EFFECTIVE or RELEASE DATE DOCUMENT LINK GOVERNOR'S OFFICE DOCUMENTS: Governor's Plan to Reopen Kansas Updated May 26, 2020 Link to Website Kansas Office of the Governor: All Executive Orders Continually updated Link to Website KDHE DOCUMENTS: KDHE: Travel Related Quarantine Reviewed every 2 weeks Link to Website COUNTY DOCUMENTS: Resolution 20-41: Repeal of November Mask Mandate November 25, 2020 Click to view Resolution 20-21: Regarding Requirements on Schools August 4, 2020 Click to view Resolution 20-17: Repeal of Masking Mandate July 3, 2020 Click to view CITY DOCUMENTS: City of El Dorado Ordinance G-1347: Repealing Mask Mandate March 24, 2021 Click to view DECLARATIONS: Small Business Administration Disaster Declaration March 21, 2020 Link to Application Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #12 May 4, 2021 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #11 March 30, 2021 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #10 January 26, 2021 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #9 January 12, 2021 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #8 December 15, 2020 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #7 November 10, 2020 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #6 October 13, 2020 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #5 September 22, 2020 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #4 June 14, 2020 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #3 June 9, 2020 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #2 June 2, 2020 Click to view Butler County Public Health Declaration - Extension #1 May 19, 2020 Click to view Butler County Public Health Emergency Declaration March 19, 2020 Click to view State Emergency Declaration - Extension January 6, 2021 Click to view Major Disaster Declaration for KS: FEMA-4504-DR March 29, 2020 Click to view For more information about the virus or about safety precautions you and your loved ones should be taking, visit the Butler County Kansas Health Department Facebook page. 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