The first of five budget-mandated furlough days will close San Juan County’s offices and solid waste facilities on Friday, March 18. However, the Sheriff’s office will remain open and – to meet the requirements of state law – the Superior and District Courts will continue to operate. Court employees will be required to take alternate furlough days.

The San Juan County Council voted to reduce the days County services are available as part of its effort to balance the County’s 2011 budget. The designated furlough days are: March 18, June 10, July 5, August 1, and September 2.

The furloughs will reduce employee wage and payroll-related payments by approximately $238,000.