New Restrictions Begin Friday 10 pm
​ALERT: Targeted updates to address Covid outbreaks in MN

Governor Walz has issued Executive Order 20-96 which includes targeted restrictions to bars, restaurants and social gatherings. Beginning Friday, November 13 at 10:00 p.m., restrictions will apply to social gatherings, celebrations and receptions, and bars and restaurants, which are three of the most significant sources of COVID-19 outbreaks across the state.  

Social Gatherings
  • 10 person limit for indoor and outdoor gatherings
  • Three households or less, including the host

Bars and Restaurants
  • Indoor/Outdoor: 50% capacity with no more than 150 people. (down from 250)
  • Seating at bars and counters will not be allowed – seating at tables only, following guidelines.
  • Table capacity to remain at 10 (representing 3 separate households).
  • Patrons must be seated at tables, no bar games that require standing permitted.
  • No dine in service in bars and restaurants from 10 pm – 4 am. (Food and beverage needs to shutdown at 10 pm, this does not effect entertainment such as shows, movies and
 
Large Venues
  • Receptions for weddings, funerals and other gatherings:
  • Beginning November 27, capacity will be 50 people.
  • Beginning December 11, capacity will be 25 people.


*Clarification has been issued that retail capacity remains at 100% with face masks and physical distancing.

Why are these guidelines changing? Numbers are increasing exponentially and hospitals are moving in to surge capacity and beginning to restrict elective/non-emergent care. Top issue for hospitals is staffing to handle surge. The goal of the new, targeted restrictions is to slow the spread to ensure health care system capacity. See charts below showing current hospital capacity and where the spread is coming from.
Buy Local Campaign
We recognize that our local restaurants, entertainment venues, hotels, retail and related businesses have been the hardest hit, and we want to be here for you! The Chamber is partnering with the Burnsville CVB, City and others to develop and promote a "Buy Local" campaign for Burnsville businesses. We will be sending out information on how to submit your deals, coupons or promotions for this campaign, Stay Tuned!
ICYMI
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced the #GoodJobsNow campaign.

Many Minnesota businesses have open jobs but are reporting having a hard time finding the employees they need. At the same time, Minnesota’s unemployment rate remains elevated with workers continuing to seek job opportunities.

That’s why DEED is launching #GoodJobsNow, an interactive set of resources connecting Minnesota employers hiring right now with job seekers looking for work.  
Public Safety Update at Small Business Sounding Board
Burnsville Police Chief, Tonya Schwartz, joined us for the October Small Business Sounding Board to share updates on public safety related to Covid 19 and civil unrest.

The Burnsville Small Business Sounding Board is a virtual forum for local businesses to voice their concerns with local, state and federal elected officials. View the recorded presentation to the right.
Minnesota hospitality insights for Burnsville businesses
The Burnsville Chamber and the Burnsville CVB, Experience Burnsville, host regular virtual meetings with local hospitality businesses to ensure they are connected to the resources they need to move forward. Ben Wogsland of Hospitality Minnesota, joined Burnsville businesses for the October Convening Hospitality meeting. View the recorded presentation to the left
FREE Face Masks for Burnsville Businesses

Have you received your FREE Facemasks from the Burnsville Chamber? Click the link below to register
Click on the images below for PDF documents you can print out for use at your business.
Chamber Mission: To Represent and Connect Businesses Serving Burnsville
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