- Masks will remain mandatory. They must be worn in a way that covers the nose and mouth.
- Social gatherings cannot exceed 50 individuals, other than religious ceremonies.
- Indoor religious ceremonies can operate up to 50% capacity. Outdoor services can continue without restrictions.
- Bars and nightclubs that do not serve food will close through at least August 12.
- Restaurants will operate at 50% capacity, and all restaurants must close between midnight and 5 a.m.
- Personal services such as hair salons and tattoo parlors will be by appointment only.
- For K-12 schools, in-person instruction can not begin until August 5.
- Gyms will operate at 25% capacity.
No travel restrictions are being made at this time, but travel to states with high virus rates should consider quarantining for 14 days upon returning, the mayor said.
The positive rate in Marion County jumped by 50%. Hogsett said, “Without a response, that trajectory will undo all the hard work we’ve done, have put in, over the past four months.”
Transmission of the coronavirus most often occurred indoors for social occasions, especially the age group 20-30 in gyms, bars and other venues, the mayor said, citing research.