New Requirements for Face Coverings and Businesses
July 22, 2020
Earlier today, July 22, Governor Kate Brown announced new requirements for the State of Oregon. Beginning this Friday, July 24, the following requirements will take effect:
- Face coverings will be required for all Oregonians ages five and up in indoor public spaces and outdoors when six feet of distance cannot be maintained.
- Face coverings will be required even in cases of physical exertion indoors, and outdoors when six feet of distance cannot be maintained.
- The maximum indoor capacity limit is capped at 100 for all venues in Phase II counties and for restaurants and bars in Phase I or II counties.
- Restaurants and bars will be required to stop serving customers at 10:00pm statewide.
You can read the full statement from Governor Brown here.
Face Coverings Work
We continue to learn more about how wearing face coverings help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Given the rise in cases since reopening, it’s critical for everyone to follow the statewide regulations about face coverings to slow the spread and remain open.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released information about a situation in Missouri where two hair stylists learned they had COVID-19 after they had interacted with 139 clients. An investigation found that none of these clients were known to be infected with COVID-19. The hair stylists and clients wore face coverings, which likely helped prevent the spread of COVID-19. Learn more about the investigation here.
Stop the Spread, Answer The Call
COVID-19 cases are increasing in our area. Answering the call from a contact tracer is an important way to help stop the spread of the virus. Contact tracers reach out to anyone who may have been exposed to COVID-19 to provide information and answer questions.
Watch this video to learn more about contact tracing, also available in Spanish. Versions in other languages coming soon.
Long-term care facilities permitted to offer outdoor visitation
The Department of Human Services has announced that Oregon’s licensed long-term care providers may begin providing limited outdoor visitation for residents if the facility develops a plan to adhere to required safeguards to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
New Website for Unemployment
Are you waiting to hear about the status of your unemployment insurance or Pandemic Unemployment Assistance benefits? The Oregon Employment Department has a new website to help you:
- Easily find information about resources and programs to help you through the COVID-19 pandemic
- Submit unemployment claims and avoid unnecessary delays
- Get questions answered without having to call the hotline
Find resources here.
Partners for Hunger Free Oregon SNAP Update
Emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits continue in July, which means all SNAP recipients will receive the maximum amount for their household size. Learn more, including how to apply, by visiting Partners for a Hunger Free Oregon.
Reopening Clackamas County
Need to stop by a county building? Before heading to their offices, please take note of their modified hours and service delivery due to COVID-19. Find the reopening schedule and contact information for all departments here.
