Posted on March 23, 2020
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| Here is the latest update on Governor Lamont’s decision to close “non-essential” businesses as part of the strategy to help stop the spread of COVID-19. The Executive Order goes into effect tonight, Monday, March 23, at 8:00 p.m.
Late Sunday, state economic development officials released guidance designed to give business owners, their employees, and residents a better understanding of the requested closures. Click here to read the full document. According to the guidelines, there are many businesses that are deemed essential and will remain open, besides the obvious businesses such as:
Please review the full order to see if your business is deemed essential, but remember, even if you are able to work under the Governor’s order, it is important to continue to practice social distance. If your business is not deemed essential, there is a process that will allow business owners to file for an exemption from the order. Click here to learn more. General information for additional resources that both employers and employees may find helpful regarding unemployment and assistance to businesses can be accessed by clicking here. |
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| Additionally, the Department of Public Health, has created a map showing COVID-19 confirmed cases by town. You can click on it to review the most recent data that has been collected by DPH. |
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Just as a reminder, the state continues to maintain a web portal with the most up-to-date information and statistics on COVID-19, as well as a Frequently Asked Questions document that is updated regularly.
If you have specific question, please contact me at the number or email below and I will do my best to assist you. Wishing you all good health and safe spacing.