Census Count Day

April 1st is Senior's Count Day for the Census. Make sure that you are counted.

2020 Census

WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT? 

• For every person not counted in Michigan, the state loses $1,800 each year  in federal funds for critical programs, including older adult services. The Census determines how billions of federal dollars are allocate...

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Community Update - March 28

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update - March 28, 2020

Staying home and social distancing continue to be the most important guidance as COVID-19 cases rise in northern Michigan. The Grand Traverse County Health Department has requested a 14-day s...

April 1, 2020 Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

On March 18, 2020 Governor Whitmer signed into effect Executive Order 2020-15. In an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by limiting the number of people at public gatherings, this order suspends the rules and procedures for governmental entities requ...

Community Update - March 27

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update - March 27, 2020

As of this morning, Grand Traverse County continues to have 3 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19. 125 people have been tested who live in Grand Traverse County: 77 cases have come back nega...

Community Update - March 26

March 26, 2020 COVID-19 JOC Community Report

The Grand Traverse County Health Department is reporting that no additional positive cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Grand Traverse County residents. Grand Traverse County remains at 3 positive cases as...

Community Update - March 25

March 25. 2020 COVID-19 JOC Community Report

The Grand Traverse County Health Department is reporting that no additional positive cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Grand Traverse County residents. The County Health Department activ...

Community Update - March 24

Update For March 24, 2020

The Grand Traverse County Health Department is reporting that two additional cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Grand Traverse County residents. The first case is a male in his fifties with a history of domestic travel. The ...

Community Update - March 23

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update — March 23, 2020

Yesterday, the Grand Traverse County Health Department reported the first known positive case of COVID-19 in a Grand Traverse County resident. Full details here. There are ...

Community Update - March 22

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update — March 22, 2020 

The Grand Traverse County Health Department has reported the first known positive case of COVID-19 in a Grand Traverse County resident. The adult male in his twenties with...

Community Update - March 21

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update - March 21, 2020

The Grand Traverse County COVID 19 website is live and includes continuous updates throughout each day, with up-to-the minute information from the state and various local agencies. Residents ...

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Site and Facebook Launched

In an effort to keep the community informed during the COVID-19 pandemic, Grand Traverse County has launched a new website, gtcountycovid19.com, and a corresponding facebook page to serve as a central hub of up to date, factual informati...

Community Update - March 20

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update - March 20, 2020

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As of this morning, 12 tests submitted from Grand Traverse County have come back negative, but many results are still pending. 

In a...

Community Update - March 19

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update - March 19, 2020

As of this morning, 7 tests submitted from Grand Traverse County have come back negative, but many results are still pending. 

For those unsure of whether they should self-quarantine,...

Community Update - March 18

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update - March 18, 2020

No Grand Traverse County residents have tested positive for COVID-19 (there are 31 Grand Traverse County residents who have been tested, two tests came back negative and 29 results are pendin...

Community Update - March 17

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update - March 17, 2020

Guidance and Resources on Social Distancing:

Even if you are young, or otherwise healthy, you are at risk and your activities can increase the risk for others. It is critical that you do your ...

Urgent Need for Healthy Individuals to Volunteer

In response to the COVID-19 virus incident, Grand Traverse County in conjunction with the United Way of Northwest Michigan has an urgent need for healthy individuals to volunteer for a number of potential civic opportunities. If you or your group are heal...

County Buildings Closed to Unscheduled Public Access

Effective March 17, 2020 at 8:00am until Monday April 6, 2020 all County buildings, including the Governmental Center, will be closed to unscheduled public access. However, county provided services will continue. Services will be provided by phone, online...

Community Update - March 16

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update - March 16, 2020____________________________________________________________Area Schools Release Continuing Food Service SchedulesTRAVERSE CITY - Schools in the five-county Traverse Bay Area Intermediate Sch...

Community Update - March 15

Grand Traverse County COVID-19 Community Update

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As of 12 p.m. Sunday, March 15, there are still no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Grand Traverse County.

Everyone in our community has the responsibi...

Community Update - March 14

The Grand Traverse County Health Department is working with many community organizations to address the public health of our community.  In cooperation with these partners, the following recommendations for healthcare in our County have been esta...

Senior Center Programming Suspended

Beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, the Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network will suspend all programming, including the congregate meal program, at all locations (Traverse City, Acme, Fife Lake, Kingsley, and Interlochen) until further notice. &...

2020 Census - Michigan Be Counted

Once every decade, the U.S. Census works to count every person living in the United States. Census numbers affect everyone in Michigan.  

If you spend six months or more in Michigan, make sure you are counted as a resident of Michigan in the censu...

Walk-In Flu Shots

Flu shots are now available for adults at the Health Department on a walk-in basis during regular hours. Children do require appointments. Give us a call at 231-995-6131 or drop in today!

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Late Clinic Hours

Late clinics are held every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month until 6:30 pm.

Shingles Vaccine Notice

The new shingles vaccine, Shingrix, is only available in very limited supply. We do not anticipate any new appointments for this vaccine until at least March 2020. Please check back at that time.

Nominations

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Employee Discounts

Learn about the discounts we offer and the guidelines to using the discounts by visiting our Employee Discounts page.

Keystone Brushsite opening has been postponed

The Keystone Brushsite opening has been postponed until further notice.

2020 Earth Celebration has been canceled

This years Earth Celebration has been canceled.

New Days & Hours for Brush Drop-Off Site

View the new operating hours and days of operation by visiting the Brush Drop-Off Site page.

Battery Recycling

Find out what items are acceptable and where to drop them off by visiting our Battery Recycling page.

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