We realize there is a lot of concern about COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and that you may have questions about our efforts to manage potential impact to Jekyll Island. We want you to be assured that the safety of our visitors, residents and island employees are always our top priority.
The Jekyll Island Authority (JIA) is continuously monitoring and participating in real-time communications provided by Georgia state health and government officials, as well as our local Department of Public Health agencies, to ensure any necessary precautions are taken.
We are taking a number of stringent precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of those living, visiting and working on the island and have increased many of our operational protocols including:
- Increased hand-sanitizing stations and pumps at all authority-operated gift shops and amenities, including the Jekyll Island Guest Information Center and Jekyll Island Convention Center
- Partnering with EcoLab to have hospital-grade disinfectants available for use in all JIA restroom facilities as well as increased maintenance and service frequency to our public restroom facilities including a secondary sanitizing step in the service protocol
- Requiring Jekyll Island Authority employees with illnesses including flu-like symptoms to stay home and seek medical attention
- Encouraging increased frequency of hand washing and sanitation efforts by all Jekyll Island Authority employees
- Increased sanitation of public surfaces including countertops, doorknobs and other areas throughout our facilities that frequently come into contact with the public
- Providing additional travel-size hand sanitizer products for purchase at our gift shops and retail locations
At this time, there are no restrictions or advisories for travel or vacationing to the area or within the state of Georgia. There have also been no restrictions or advisories recommending closures or cancellations of schools, parks, or public events on the island or within the area.
We continue to work closely with our state industry partners to ensure that visitors have the most up-to-date information in order to make the safest travel planning decisions.
The Jekyll Island Authority will continue to monitor and communicate updates as needed, should travel recommendations change.
To stay informed about travel to Jekyll Island, and on our precautionary measures, please visit: http://www.jekyllisland.com/jekyll-island-authority/covid-19/
