A new set of executive orders and advisories were announced on Monday by Governor Baker in an attempt to reduce the spread of Covid. New guidelines will take effect this Friday at 12:01 a.m. These guidelines will be in place for at least a month to keep from reverting to Phase 1 or 2 of the state’s reopening. Baker said his goal is to reduce “the numbers of opportunities and activities where people gather in groups and get them home with only members of their household."
The stay at home advisory urges residents to stay at home from 10 pm to 5 am except for work, the grocery store, or a walk.
Here is what to do to comply with the advisory:
Avoid gatherings with people outside of your household
Communicate remotely via phone or video chat when possible
Leave your home for essential needs such as grocery shopping, the pharmacy, or picking up take out food.
Restaurant and Venue Restrictions
Restaurants are required to stop table service at 9:30. This includes indoor recreational facilities such as sports and theatres.
Face Covering Order
This order requires everyone over the age of five to wear a mask in public settings. The order does not apply to individuals with hearing impairments or medical and disabling conditions. Governor Baker will soon release information regarding face masks for student-athletes while playing.
Indoor and Outdoor Gatherings
The limit of indoor gatherings will be reduced to 10 people and outdoor gatherings will be reduced to 25. There will be a fine of $500 for anyone above the limit.