Governor Walz announced easing restrictions to the current “Pause” as he signed a business and unemployment relief bill into law today.
Starting on Friday, Dec. 18, the following will go into effect:
- Bars and restaurants will be allowed to resume outdoor dining. It will be limited to 50% capacity, or 100 customers, whichever is smaller, with a maximum of four patrons per table. Indoor dining and drinking at the establishments will not be permitted at least through Jan. 11.
- Fitness studios and gyms will be able to reopen at 25% capacity (no showers or pools) with a 100 person limit. People must wear masks and maintain 12 feet of social distancing. Fitness classes can resume Jan. 4.
- Youth sports teams will be able to start practicing on Jan. 4.
- Family gatherings will be allowed inside with one other household, up to 10 people. Outside, gather with up to two other households and a maximum 15 people.
- Outdoor entertainment venues will be open at 25% of their capacity, with a 100 person maximum.
Source:www.minneapolismn.gov
