On November 18, 2020, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that much of Erie County would become an “Orange Zone” micro-cluster. This designation has implications for area schools and businesses under the State’s COVID-19 micro-cluster strategy. Governor Cuomo established this framework to combat coronavirus spread through Executive Order 202.68, signed on October 6, 2020. Transition … Read more
On August 17, 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that gyms and fitness centers could finally reopen as early as August 24, 2020. However, reopening gyms would not be a simple task in New York. Operators must comply with extensive guidelines, including a mandatory on-site inspection by the local health department. NYS Guidelines for Reopening Gyms … Read more
In Phase 3 of New York’s reopening plan, businesses may resume providing “personal care services.” Activities in this industry group include Tattoo parlors Piercing facilities Appearance enhancement practitioners Massage therapy Spas Cosmetology Nail specialty UV and non-UV tanning Waxing Hair salons and barbershops could already reopen during Phase 2 under limited industry guidelines. But they … Read more