“Reopening will be gradual and occur in stages. There will be two-to-four weeks between the launch of each stage to allow health officials to assess conditions before moving to the next one. This will determine if measures should be adjusted, loosened or tightened. This approach will enable the government to ensure there are appropriate measures in place to open safely and limit health risks. Everyday actions to protect your health, like physical distancing, frequent hand washing and staying home when ill, will continue through each stage.
In the first stage, we will consider:
- opening select workplaces that can meet current public health guidelines allowing essential gatherings of a limited number of people opening some outdoor spaces continued protections for vulnerable populations
Stage 2
In the second stage, we will consider:
- opening more workplaces with significant mitigation plans opening more public spaces allowing some larger public gatherings continued protections for vulnerable populations
Stage 3
In the final stage, we will consider:
- opening all workplaces responsibly relaxing restrictions on public gatherings continued protections for vulnerable populations1
Of note in the Province’s announcement was that physical distancing will continue in each of the three stages. In the absence of widespread immunity or an effective vaccine, social distancing restrictions could remain in place for months.
Given that the pandemic and its effects are fluid, should Council wish to proceed, it is recommended that the temporary lane/road closures be regularly evaluated with respect to its need, its effectiveness and take into account applicable Provincial and local
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