Erie County officials on Tuesday announced that the Erie County Courthouse will close to the public beginning Monday, Nov. 30, due to the recent increase in coronavirus cases in the region.

It will closed to the public until at least January 4, 2021. 

County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper and her administration have worked in collaboration with President Judge Trucilla and court administration to make the changes at the courthouse, according to county officials. 

"As a precaution, the administration feels that with the increase in positive cases of COVID-19, it is best to be proactive in limiting entry into the courthouse to keep employees and the public safe," said Erie County Director of Administration Gary Lee. "We greatly appreciate the understanding of the public as we continue to navigate in this challenging time." 

Updates will be posted as necessary on the Erie County website. 

Several exempt proceedings may take place if the meeting is not able to be conducted remotely. 

An emergency order issued by President Judge Trucilla can be viewed below.