1. First, thank you for your commitment and dedication over the last few months to ensure the safety of our community. Your efforts have made an extraordinary difference mitigating the spread of COVID-19. After assessing the current environment within the state and the local Minot area, the installation will transition to HPCON Bravo.
2. The following limits on gatherings are effective immediately:
   1. Indoor gatherings can be up to 50% of the Fire Code capability of the facility and will continue to adhere to physical distancing requirements.
   2. Outdoor gatherings can be up to 100 individuals and will continue to adhere to physical distancing requirements.
   3. Upcoming Changes of Command will still adhere to Higher Headquarters and Protocol Office directed guidelines for gathering size.
   4. Members will use facial covering anytime physical distancing cannot be maintained. The use of facial coverings is encouraged at all times.
3. References (b) and (c) are rescinded, effective immediately. The following guidance below outlines updated base access for non-DoD affiliated persons and retiree base access for Minot Air Force Base.
   1. Retirees: Full Access/No restrictions for using base facilities.
   2. Official base visitors will use the Gatekeeper process, with the exception of deliveries and local/routine contractors.
   3. All other base visitors:
      1. If visitors originate within the state of North Dakota and possess a North Dakota state license, no further approval is needed.
      2. Out-of-state visitors will need to be approved through their sponsor’s squadron commander. Squadron Commanders will reference a weekly list identifying high-risk areas prior to granting approval.
4. Reference (g) is rescinded, effective immediately. Minot AFB personnel are permitted to patron bars, tanning/waxing and nail salons, tattoo/body piercing establishments, fitness centers, medispas, and massage therapy clinics. Individuals will avoid establishments that are not following North Dakota safety guidelines.
5. The Child Development Center (CDC) and School Age Care (SAC) will continue to use a squadron commander mission-essential approval process and will expand capacity using the CDC/SAC prioritization list according to their manpower resources. Reservations are required.
6. The Fitness Center is now open to all Minot AFB patrons. DSI hours will still be in effect for DSI personnel. Locker rooms and shower facilities within the Fitness Center are now open.
7. Dining facilities on the installation are open to all patrons. Facilities posted as mandatory facial covering areas will enforce the use of facial coverings. The 5th Force Support Squadron will re-open services on the installation, as appropriate.
8. Chapel services are permitted to resume under specific guidelines provided to base chaplains.
9. All community/NAF facilities (e.g., Base Theater, Rockers) on the installation will not exceed 50% Fire Code occupancy for the maximum amount of patrons allowed inside, adhering to physical distancing guidelines.
10. Telework/Alternate Schedule: Personnel are allowed to return to their work centers and exceptions will be approved by the Squadron Commander. Squadron Commanders will ensure COVID-19 mitigating procedures and physical distancing rules are in-place to ensure a safe environment for their personnel.
11. Updates to the Restriction-of-Movement policy and local area travel will be addressed in a future memorandum.
12. Continue to practice sanitization methods that we have been using these past few months, to include sanitizing high-touch areas twice per day. Airmen operating vehicles must sanitize high-touch vehicle surfaces at the beginning and end of use. Follow instructions on cleaner packaging to ensure proper sanitation and drying times.
13. We appreciate the efforts and flexibility all of Team Minot has demonstrated during this challenging time, and we will continue to take proactive measures to keep our service members, civilians, and families safe.

References:

1. North Dakota Smart Restart Plan, “North Dakota’s plan for a healthy recovery,” 15 May 2020
2. [FOUO] Installation Memorandum, “Installation Entry Restrictions for non-DOD affiliated persons for Minot Air Force Base,” 18 March 2020 – RESCINDED
3. [FOUO] Installation Memorandum, “Mitigating COVID-19 through Limited Base Access,” 4 April 2020 RESCINDED
4. State of North Dakota Amended Confinement Order, “State Health Officer Confinement Order Relating to Disease Control Measures to Prevent the Spread of 2019-nCov/COVID-19 Pursuant to North Dakota Century Code 23-01-05(12) Order # 2020-02.2, 8 May 2020
5. [FOUO] FRAGORD 01 to AFSTRAT/AFGSC EXORD 20-01, “AFSTRAT/AFGSC COVID-19 Response and Mitigation,” 21 May 2020
6. Secretary of Defense Memorandum, “Transition to Conditions-based Phased Approach to Coronavirus Disease 2019 Personnel Movement and Travel Restrictions,” 22 May 2020
7. [FOUO] Installation Memorandum, “Reopening Guidance,” 1 May 2020 – RESCINDED

*Current as of: 5/21/20 @ 10:30 am*

Downtown Businesses (Link)

Schools and Childcare

• Minot K-12 Schools: Closed [on and off base]
• School Age Care and Child Development Center: Reservations only, call 701-723-2838
• Youth Center School Age Program and Annex: Open 6:30 am to 5:30 pm
• Open recreation and Teen Center: Closed
• Youth sport & instructional classes: Cancelled
• FREE breakfast and lunch to school-age children: Visit nearest established bus stop beginning at 11 a.m.

5th Medical Group

• Patients are no longer allowed inside the facility without an appointment.
  • Call 723-5633 to schedule an appointment.
  • Each phone number is also located below with more information regarding their services.
• Pharmacy: 723-5293
  • Curb-side pickup open Mon-Fri, 8 am to 4:30 pm (Lunch 12:30 to 1:00 pm)
  • Pickup location located in Southeast corner of MDG building
  • Call Pharmacy 1 hour before desired pickup time.
  • Prescriptions from off-base providers need to be submitted electronically. No hard-copies.
• Bio: 723-5151
• Lab: 723-5338
• Radiology: 723-5316
• Outpatient Records: 723-5001
• Patient Travel: Email them here (link).

AADD -- Services suspended.

AAFES 

• Face covering REQUIRED in all locations.
• Barbershop: CLOSED
• Stylique Salon: CLOSED
• Main Store:
  • Mon-Sat, 9 am to 6 pm
  • Sun, 10 am to 6 pm
• Taco Bell, Popeye's Chicken and Charlie's Steakery
  • Mon-Fri, 10:30 am to 6 pm
  • Sat-Sun, 11 am to 5 pm
• Subway
  • Mon-Fri, 7 am to 6 pm
  • Sat, 8 am to 5 pm
  • Sun 9 am to 5 pm
• Real Time Theater - CLOSED
• Burger King; Sun - CLOSED
  • Mon-Fri, 6:30 am to 5 pm
  • Sat, 11 am to 5 pm
• MCS & the Express - Normal operating hours

Airman & Family Readiness Center

• Classes cancelled
• Services by appointment only, no walk-ins

Chapel

• Services are becoming available.
• Follow Team Minot Chapel on Facebook for more info.

Commissary 

• Open - face covering REQUIRED.
• 100% ID check in effect - no visitors allowed.
• Disabled veterans with VHIC cards will still be allowed to shop only Wed and Sun.
• Children under 10 do not need IDs to shop with their parents.
• No more early-bird hours, 8 to 9 am reserved for "alert force"
  • Mission essential personnel
• For more information, visit this website.
• The following items are rationed to no more than 2 items per family per day:
  • Toilet Paper
  • Paper Towels
  • Antibacterial gels, wipes, hand soap and bleach
  • Tissues
  • Fresh chicken, beef, pork and turkey
  • Milk
  • Eggs
  • Rice

Dining Facilities 

• DFAC
  • Open at 50% capacity
  • Take-out still available
• Rocker's Bar and Grill -- CLOSED
• Bomber Bistro
  • Limited capacity for dine-in
  • Mask required when not eating
  • Take-out only
• Lil' Riders -- CLOSED
• Kelley's Place -- CLOSED
• Wednesday Bowling League cancelled.
• For more 5th FSS information, visit their website here.

Dorm Management

• All routine work orders must be placed via phone or email
• All emergency work orders must be placed by phone (use after hours number is outside duty hours)
• Office will remain open
  • Mon-Fri, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
• Email - 5CESUHM@us.af.mil
• Phones:
  • 701-723-7284 -- x1300 -- x7845 -- x7843
  • After Hours Number: 701-340-5778
• Inbound Amn Sponsors: Sponsors will be required to reserve a room one week prior to Amn’s arrival. In order to reserve a room, we require the inbound Amn’s Name, Rank, Sq, Arrival Date and their DOD ID #. Keys for inbound Amn will be released one duty day prior to their arrival. In-processing is a mandatory appointment and will occur Tuesday and Thursday at 0900 and 1430 in bldg. 221, 2^nd floor dayroom.
• ​Dorm Residents approved to move off base: Dorm Out-Processing briefings will be Mon/Wed/Fri @ 1500 in bldg. 221, 2^nd floor dayroom.  

5th Comptroller Squadron (Finance, etc.)

• No walk-ins; appointment only between 8:30 am to 3 pm
• Members separating or retiring will be called to reschedule as an individual appointment
• PCS'g members
  • Will be seen at the Welcome Center, while it remains open
  • Those coming from Level 2 or 3 areas will process after release from ROM
  • If an ETP has been granted and outprocessing has been authorized, please contact our Customer Service via email or phone
    • Dedicated Appointment lines - 701-723-3309 or x7453
    • Email - 5cpts.fmfc@us.af.mil

Legal Office

• Maximized Teleworking -- new office hours:
  • Mon-Fri, 9 am to 11 am; 701-723-3026
  • To reach the Legal Office outside of current hours, contact your Squadron Leadership or First Sgt.
• Appointments are prioritized for mission essential requirements.
• Thursday Walk-in Legal Assistance (Attorney Advice) - CLOSED
• Legal Assistance/ Will Appointments -- Call for appointment.
• Article 137 briefings -- 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month @ 9 am.
• Notary/Powers of Attorney services -- Call for appointment.
• Tax Center -- Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 3 pm; Call 701-723-4165 for appointment.

Library

• Closed for access, but still available!
• "Take Out Library" available:
  • Mon-Thurs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 
  • Friday 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Sat 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• Call 701-723-3344, email mafblibrary@gmail.com, or message their Facebook page.
• Online category (link)
• Returns can be placed in the return box in front of the building.
• More information can be found in the Take-Out Library Q&A Module on this page.

Lodging - Open, door drop only for custodial services

McAdoo Fitness Center - OPEN!

• Limited opening for AD, ANG/AFR on orders, and AD dependents over the age of 16
  • Mon - Fri, 6 am to 9 pm
    • Closed for cleaning 1 to 2 pm
    • DSI-only access 2 to 4 pm
  • Sat - Sun, 8 am to 4 pm
• Following areas are still closed/off-limits:
  • Lcoker rooms/showers
  • Steam rooms
  • Rock wall
  • Racquetball courts
  • Aerobic room/massage services
  • Parent & child fitness room
• Social distancing required - no group sports
• Fitness Assessment Testing cancelled until June 2020
• Fitness Center classes and services cancelled

Military Housing Office

• Closed to public access
• Need assistance?
  • Call 701-723-4660 or email 5CES.ceach@us.af.mil

Military Personnel Flight 

• By appointment only, no walk-in
• All final-out appointments cancelled until Stop Movement ends (12 May 2020)
• SkillBridge Program applicants may not participate until after Stop Movement ends

Northstar Credit Union

• Lobby closed and by appointment only
• Drive-Up still open

Public Affairs Studio - CLOSED

Rough Rider Golf Course - Open with restrictions (link).

TMO Household Goods Office

• No walk-ins
• Call 701-723-4191 or x1848 during normal business hours.

Veterinarian's Office 

• Limiting appointments.
• Call 701-723-6449 during normal duty hours for questions.
• More information can be found in the Pets module on this page.