#Michigan #Lockdown #StayAtHomeOrder 05/21/2020 Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order Thursday morning lifting some restrictions on business and social activity.
Gatherings of 10 people or less are now permitted, starting immediately, as long as participants practice social distancing, the governor’s office announced. Starting Friday, May 29, health care providers can perform nonessential medical, dental, and veterinary procedures, and starting Tuesday, May 26, retail businesses and auto dealerships across the state will be allowed to operate via appointment only. Retail businesses and auto showrooms are limited to 10 people inside at a time.
“The data shows that Michigan is ready to phase in these sectors of our economy, but we must stay vigilant and ensure we’re doing everything we can to protect ourselves and our families from the spread of COVID-19,” Whitmer said in a news release. “On behalf of our brave first responders on the front lines of this crisis, we must continue to all do our part by staying safer at home. We owe it to them to do what we can to stop the spread of this virus.”
The signing of Executive Order 2020-96 comes three days after Whitmer announced all restaurants and shops in the Upper Peninsula and in several counties in the northern portion of the Lower Peninsula will be allowed to reopen starting Friday.
Thursday’s order means many will be able to gather for the Memorial Day holiday, which didn’t appear likely when the stay-home order was extended until May 28. As daily coronavirus case numbers and deaths continue to drop, the state has begun relaxing some restrictions.
Still, officials remind shoppers and business owners to use caution and for those gathering socially to practice proper distancing. They also remind medical providers to ensure the safety of their patients as they return to doctor’s offices across the state.
“As businesses continue to reopen, it’s crucial that they adopt strict safety measures to protect their employees, customers, and their families,” said MDHHS Chief Deputy for Health and Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun in a press release. “I know that as medical professionals begin offering nonessential procedures again, they will do everything in their power to protect patients and their families from COVID-19. I will continue to work with Governor Whitmer and our partners across Michigan to protect our families and lower the chance of a second wave.”
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