Completion of Stage One
of the Governor’s Roadmap to Recovery
#CharlesCountyStrong
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On Thursday, May 28, the Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss completion of Stage One of Maryland’s “Roadmap to Recovery.” They voted unanimously to move forward with outdoor dining, opening of outdoor pools, and other activities in accordance with Stage One of Governor Hogan’s
executive order that becomes effective at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 29.
“Charles County’s decision to completely implement Stage One of the Governor’s Roadmap to Recovery depends on each one of us,” stated Commissioner President Reuben B. Collins, II, Esq. “As we gradually re-open for business, the health and safety of our community can only be ensured if every retailer, restaurant owner, personal services provider, and each customer they serve do their part. That means continuing to wear face masks, maintain social distancing, ensure frequent handwashing, and follow strict cleaning protocols.”
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May 27, 2020:
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan's Roadmap to Recovery Update. Click the image to watch via YouTube.
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Outdoor Permit Application Required for Some Businesses
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Application will be available starting
Thursday, May 28, by 5:00 p.m.
Businesses are advised that a permit application for a temporary outside service area will be available after 5 p.m. today along with guidance documents regarding the opening requirements.
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Application must be completed online prior to opening to the public.
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Reopening: What does this Mean?
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Stage One in Charles County Begins: Friday, May 29, 2020 at 12:01 a.m. allowing certain businesses to open at their normal or regular advertised time.
What does Stage One mean? Lifting the stay-at-home order, and involves business, community, religious, and quality of life improvements. Examples of changes that could be implemented in this stage include:
- Reopening of small shops and certain small businesses
- Curbside pickup and drop-off for businesses
- Elective medical and dental procedures at ambulatory, outpatient, and medical offices
- Limited attendance outdoor religious gatherings
- Recreational boating, fishing, golf, tennis, hiking, and hunting
- Reopening of car washes
- Limited outdoor gym and fitness classes
- Outdoor work with appropriate distancing measures
- Some personal services
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YOU Choose What is Safest for You
Our community should remember, "safer does not equal safe." Residents are advised to assess their own health situation before deciding to head out to newly opened establishments.
For the latest updates on the Coronavirus, including how to protect yourself and what to do if you suspect you are infected, visit
www.CharlesCountyMD.gov.
Re-opening guidance for public spaces, workplaces, and businesses is available at
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at
www.CDC.gov.
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Today's Commissioner decision authorizes the following businesses and activities to resume beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 29:
Restaurants as well as social organizations such as American legions, VFWs, and Elks Clubs may begin to safely re-open for outdoor dining only; following strict public health requirements in accordance with the governor’s orders.
Outdoor pools may also reopen in accordance with strict safety guidelines, including 25 percent capacity restrictions and strict physical distancing and sanitation measures.
Youth sports and
youth day camps may also resume, operating under strict safety protocols and capacity limitations.
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BUSINESSES PERMITTED TO OPEN ON FRIDAY, MAY 29 (with Limitations)
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- Animal adoption shelters
- Art galleries
- Beauty salons/Barbershops (hair services only, and by appointment only)
- Bookstores
- Car washes
- Clothing and shoe stores
- Florists
- Furniture stores
- Jewelers
- Lawn and garden stores
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- Outdoor pools
- Pawn shops
- Pet groomers
- Places of Worship (see below)
- Restaurants - Outdoor Service Only
- Social organizations such as American legions, VFWs, and Elks Clubs
- Sporting goods stores
- Tobacco and vape shops
- Youth sports and youth day camps (with limitations)
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Places of worship:
Churches, synagogues, mosques and other religious facilities are encouraged to
conduct worship outside
, but they may have indoor events at 50 percent capacity. All are expected to practice social distancing during indoor events.
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BUSINESSES THAT WILL REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
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- Tattoo Parlors
- Tanning Salons
- Massage Parlors
- Senior activity centers
- Restaurants and bars - Indoor services
- Fitness centers and gyms
- Movie theaters
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- Malls (still closed, except for stores that with access from outside the facility. Concourses, food courts and retailers that can only be accessed from within must remain closed
- Amusement and entertainment centers: such as miniature golf locales, bowling alleys, pool halls and bingo halls; as well as fraternal clubs.
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Information and Resources for Businesses
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The Charles County Board of Commissioners is pleased to partner with the
Chamber of Commerce to help our business community re-open on May 29. Like you, we are eager to invite the community back into our small businesses in a safe and sustainable manner. We know everyone has made significant sacrifices over the past couple of months, and many of you have adapted in unique and innovative ways to keep your business going for the duration of the closure.
Visit the Chamber of Commerce webpage to learn more about resources available, promoting Charles County Strong, and more:
Moving Forward Together - One Voice ... We are Charles County Strong!
It hasn’t been easy, but we are grateful for everything you have done to help stop the spread of the virus and keep our community safe.
#CharlesCountyStrong
All businesses should be completely familiar and prepared to follow Governor Larry Hogan's orders on gatherings.
Read Governor Hogan's Order.
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