Governor Walz Turns The Dial; Loosens Restrictions on Businesses
Today, Governor Walz issues
Executive Order 20-74 which makes significant moves for reopening the state on Wednesday, June 10.
Effective June 10:
- General gatherings moved up to 25 people outdoor and 10 people indoor;
- Restaurants & bars open to 50% indoor, not to exceed 250 people, reservations required;
- 250 limit for indoor and 250 limit for outdoor;
- Salons, barbers, etc. open to 50%, not to exceed 250 people; reservations required;
- Both worker and consumer must wear a mask
- Seated entertainment open to 25%, not to exceed 250 people;
- Includes bowling alleys, movie theaters, museums, etc.
- Gyms, personal fitness open to 25%, not to exceed 250 people;
- Group exercises classes will be allowed if social distancing is followed;
- Seated entertainment open to 25%, not to exceed 250 people;
- Outdoor entertainment not to exceed 250 people;
- Included sporting events, concerts, and theaters;
- Pools open to 50%;
- Places of worship open to 50%, not to exceed 250 people;
- All the above require social distancing;
- Continued encouragement for staying home;
- All businesses open without the current requirement to have a COVID-19 preparedness plan will be required to have one by June 29 with guidance to be released June 15
*All occupancy percentages are based off of businesses fire code.
Paycheck Protection Flexibility Awaiting President Signature
The U.S. Senate passed the House Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act Wednesday night and it is awaiting President Trump's signature. This bill will give businesses up to 24 weeks to spend funds and still qualify for loan forgiveness. It also only requires 60% of the loan to be spent on payroll rather than the original 75% allowing more flexibility on what the loan can be spent on.
