Dear local businesses,

On June 10, Minnesota will move into Phase 3 of the  Stay Safe Plan , which will enable more businesses to reopen and Minnesotans to return to more activities we enjoy.

With every turn of the dial, we know that the risks of possible COVID-19 transmission also increase – which is why it is more important than ever for all of us to do our part to slow the spread:
  • Wear masks whenever possible
  • Practice social distancing and stay 6 feet apart
  • Cover your coughs and sneezes
  • Absolutely stay home if you feel sick

The State of Minnesota has also launched a new website –  staysafe.mn.gov  – to serve as a one-stop-shop for all of the guidance created by state agencies to help businesses, organizations and individuals stay safe while returning to work and activities we enjoy.


So, what can reopen (or open more) beginning on June 10?
*Restaurants and bars can reopen for indoor service as long as they have adopted and implemented a COVID-19 Preparedness Plan and ensure a minimum of 6 feet of distance between tables. They must also:
  • Limit indoor occupant capacity to no more than 50% up to 250 people
  • Do not exceed 250 people in outdoor spaces
  • Limit table service to 4 persons, or 6 if part of one family unit
  • Require reservations
  • Require workers to wear masks at all times and strongly encourage customers to wear masks when not eating or drinking
*Gyms, studios and fitness centers can reopen as long as they have adopted and implemented a COVID-19 Preparedness Plan including the following requirements:
  • Limit occupant capacity to no more than 25%; not to exceed 250 persons for indoor and outdoor settings each
  • Strongly encourage that masks be worn by workers and users
  • Establish regular disinfection routine and train staff
  • Ensure ≥6 ft of distancing between equipment; greater distancing should be implemented for treadmills and other aerobic activity that encourages high exertion
  • Group exercise classes should only be offered if distancing requirements can be maintained and with no person-to-person physical contact
*Other seated and recreational entertainment venues, such as movie theaters, bowling alleys and museums can reopen as long as they have adopted and implemented a COVID-19 Preparedness Plan including the following requirements:
  • Limit occupant capacity to no more than 25% not to exceed 250 persons
  • Ensure social distancing and a minimum of 6 feet between persons
  • Strongly encourage masks for workers and customers
*Personal care services (such as hair salons, barbershops, tattoo parlors and similar establishments) can continue providing services and increase their capacity to 50%, as long as they:

Is your business open? Please feel free to download & post the following poster/communication letting your customers know your safely open for business ---> download HERE!

Other helpful resources, provided by the MN Chamber:

For the most recent local business update, click here: https://conta.cc/2XJ5cgQ

Please continue to send us your business updates! We'd like to hear how we might be able to help your business during this time. Everyone's situation is different but we are all in this together!

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Take care!

Sincerely,

New Prague Chamber of Commerce
952-758-4360