From Mayor Joe Judge: As of today, there have been 105 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Illinois; these cases have been reported in 15 of the 102 counties in Illinois, but currently no confirmed cases in the City of Mt.Carmel or Wabash County. It is expected that positive cases may emerge in the coming days.

Governor Pritzker on Friday declared a State of Emergency and announced the closing of public schools across Illinois from March 17 through March 30th. At the Mayor’s office we are on web meetings daily with the Governor’s office and the CDC on updates on what the current situation is and what steps we need to communicate to our citizens.

Our foremost concern is the health and safety of our citizens. As of today, we have had no confirmed cases of COVID-19, but we expect that will change. Our goal is to limit and slow the spread of this virus, while minimizing the impact on our citizens. While we are taking every appropriate step, we are counting on citizens to use their common sense and good judgement. We are known for our compassion and resilience, and I am confident that spirit will prevail during this time period.

City Government

Mt.Carmel City Hall remains fully active including all City Departments. First Responders including Mt.Carmel Police Department and Mt.Carmel Fire Department are continuing to respond to any and all calls for service. Garbage and Brush service is continuing on schedule.

City offices remain open, although access to some offices may be limited. The City is making efforts to limit contact and reduce large group meetings. The City is working closely with Wabash General Hospital, WEMA, CDC, IDPH, Wabash County Health Department and many more organizations to minimize risk to citizens. Residents are encouraged to access City services online via the City’s website at www.cityofmtcarmel.com if at all possible. If you need to make a payment please use the drop box out front, unless you need to pay with cash in the lobby. And you can pay your Water Bill by credit card on our website also.

All city employees will report to work on their regular schedule until further notice. We have suspended all non-essential travel for city employees.

Mt.Carmel Police Department

The Mt.Carmel Police Department remains fully active and responding to any and all calls for service.

MCPD is urging citizens to use caution and not gather in large groups in an effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19. If you have an emergency, please call 9-1-1. For everything else, call our non-emergency number, 618-262-4114.

Mt.Carmel Fire-Rescue Department

The Mt.Carmel Fire-Rescue Department remains fully active and responding to any and all calls for service.

Citizens in need of transport or treatment for non-life threatening conditions (for example, fever or cough) should use personal vehicles or private ambulance services. For emergency or life-threatening situations, including shortness of breath or inability to catch your breath, please call 9-1-1. For everything else, call our non-emergency number, 618-262-4114.

It is imperative that we keep our paramedics in service by minimizing unnecessary contact, so they may be available to respond to life-threatening situations.

During this period of social distancing, Parks and Recreation encourages residents to take advantage of its outdoor recreation amenities. City parks, walking trails, athletic courts, fields and playgrounds remain open and available to the public. The City asks residents to use outdoor spaces thoughtfully and in accordance with public health guidelines.

Mt.Carmel Public Library

As of now, Mt.Carmel Public Library location is closed subject to change in the coming days.

Rides Mass Transit

Public transportation through Rides Mass Transit System is continuing on its regular schedule, but may be subject to change in the coming days.

Wabash Emergency Management Agency

The City is in active contact with administrators for the Wabash County Emergency Management Agency.

Please remember to call 9-1-1 only for life-threatening emergencies. For everything else, call our non-emergency number, 618-262-4114.

WC Cafeteria and Senior Center

The Cafeteria is open for take-out and home delivery only at this time.

Facebook Information

There has been a Facebook page set-up with the most up to date information on the COVID-19 information. https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=wabash%20county%20il%20covid-19%20preparedness&epa=SEARCH_BOX .

Mt.Carmel City Council

The Mt.Carmel City Council will conduct its regularly scheduled meeting at 5 p.m. Monday evening.

Thank You,

Mayor Joe Judge

City of Mt.Carmel