COVID-19 Response
Current COVID-19 Risk Level for Williams County: Yellow/ModerateYellow/Moderate Risk is the level of heightened exposure risk and transmission is controlled in these areas. Cases are reported but contained by rapid testing and robust contact tracing. Social distancing and precautions are needed (maintain six feet of distancing, avoid shaking hands, work from home when possible, reconsider unnecessary travel, wear a face covering). Increased cleaning on high touch surfaces and cleanings on shared spaces should be routine.
The risk level is set by Governor Burgum's office. More information, including specific information about what each level means, can be found in the ND Smart Restart Guidelines.
The North Dakota Department Health is the agency responsible for tracking and disseminating case information. For information and access to data, please visit their COVID-19 Dashboard.
Yellow/Moderate Risk is the level of heightened exposure risk and transmission is controlled in these areas. Cases are reported but contained by rapid testing and robust contact tracing. Social distancing and precautions are needed (maintain six feet of distancing, avoid shaking hands, work from home when possible, reconsider unnecessary travel, wear a face covering). Increased cleaning on high touch surfaces and cleanings on shared spaces should be routine.
The risk level is set by Governor Burgum's office. More information, including specific information about what each level means, can be found in the ND Smart Restart Guidelines.
The North Dakota Department Health is the agency responsible for tracking and disseminating case information. For information and access to data, please visit their COVID-19 Dashboard.
Conduct County Business by Phone or Online
Williams County BuildingsWearing a mask while visiting a Williams County building or interacting with County employees is required. The mask mandate for the City of Williston is in effect until further notice.
On March 31, 2020, Williams County Commission Chairman Steve Kemp signed a public health emergency declaration for Williams County in response to the ongoing local, national, and global COVID-19 situation. The declaration is in effect until the emergency is determined to have ended. By declaring a local state of emergency, additional financial resources can be expended from the County’s emergency reserve fund as needed and the County will have increased flexibility for obtaining and securing resources to respond to COVID-19.
Williston DMV Registration Branch Office
All services from the Williston DMV are available by appointment. Appointments can be scheduled online at the ND Department of Transportation's website. Appointments for Passport Services can be made by calling the DMV directly at 701-713-3410 or request one online.
Williams County Sheriff's Office
Effective Friday, March 13th at 5:30 pm, the Williams County Correctional Center has suspended all volunteer activity and programming until further notice. Onsite visitation is closed, but video visitation is possible via HomeWAV.
Any call to the Sheriff’s Office that is determined to be a non-emergency will be handled via phone or email. In the event that face-to-face contact between a Deputy and the public is required, they may ask the individual(s) additional questions about their travel history and/or any respiratory symptoms (e.g. fever, cough, shortness of breath, or sore throat) they may be experiencing.
Public Meetings
Please check the Calendar for the most up-to-date information for physical and virtual meeting information.
More Information and Updates
For more information and updates, please follow Williams County on the following Facebook pages:
Williams County
Williams County/Williston Emergency Management
Williams County Sheriff's Office
NDSU Extension - Williams County
NDSU Extension - Williams County 4-H
Wearing a mask while visiting a Williams County building or interacting with County employees is required. The mask mandate for the City of Williston is in effect until further notice.
On March 31, 2020, Williams County Commission Chairman Steve Kemp signed a public health emergency declaration for Williams County in response to the ongoing local, national, and global COVID-19 situation. The declaration is in effect until the emergency is determined to have ended. By declaring a local state of emergency, additional financial resources can be expended from the County’s emergency reserve fund as needed and the County will have increased flexibility for obtaining and securing resources to respond to COVID-19.
Williston DMV Registration Branch Office
All services from the Williston DMV are available by appointment. Appointments can be scheduled online at the ND Department of Transportation's website. Appointments for Passport Services can be made by calling the DMV directly at 701-713-3410 or request one online.
Williams County Sheriff's Office
Effective Friday, March 13th at 5:30 pm, the Williams County Correctional Center has suspended all volunteer activity and programming until further notice. Onsite visitation is closed, but video visitation is possible via HomeWAV.
Any call to the Sheriff’s Office that is determined to be a non-emergency will be handled via phone or email. In the event that face-to-face contact between a Deputy and the public is required, they may ask the individual(s) additional questions about their travel history and/or any respiratory symptoms (e.g. fever, cough, shortness of breath, or sore throat) they may be experiencing.
Public Meetings
Please check the Calendar for the most up-to-date information for physical and virtual meeting information.
More Information and Updates
For more information and updates, please follow Williams County on the following Facebook pages:
Williams County
Williams County/Williston Emergency Management
Williams County Sheriff's Office
NDSU Extension - Williams County
NDSU Extension - Williams County 4-H
Resources for COVID-19Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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FacebookNorth Dakota Department of Health
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For questions related to COVID-19, the public can call the NDDoH health hotline at 1-866-207-2880 from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Saturday. Individuals who need medical advice should contact their health care provider.
Upper Missouri District Health Unit (UMDHU)
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North Dakota Department of Health
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For questions related to COVID-19, the public can call the NDDoH health hotline at 1-866-207-2880 from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Saturday. Individuals who need medical advice should contact their health care provider.
Upper Missouri District Health Unit (UMDHU)
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Facebook
COVID-19 Quick LinksGuidance for Townships
Please visit the ND Township Officers Association "Hot Topics" website for more information.
Testing EventsExpanding testing plays a major role in keeping North Dakota open. In addition to social distancing, mask wearing and washing your hands frequently, testing is a proven, effective way to combat the spread of COVID-19. Find a list of testing locations here. Identifying positive cases of COVID-19 early is the only way to quickly trace and isolate.
Guidance for Townships
Please visit the ND Township Officers Association "Hot Topics" website for more information.