Amid a swarm of hecklers, County Executive Marc Elrich announced Phase 1 of Montgomery County’s COVID-19 reopening plan will start 6 a.m. Monday.
Elrich said the following will remain closed until further notice: swimming pools, senior centers, fitness centers, movie theaters, shopping malls, and nail salons.
County Executive @Marc_Elrich announces Montgomery County’s Phase 1 reopening will begin at 6 a.m. Monday, June 1. pic.twitter.com/XsRyXw47Vs
— Montgomery County MD (@MontgomeryCoMD) May 28, 2020
Starting Monday, the following businesses and activities can operated under modified guidelines:
- Retail can open for curbside only.
- Restaurants and bars can open and have outdoor seating available, in addition to curbside pickup.
- In terms of childcare, state-approved emergency programs will be open for dependents of essential employees as well as employees from the Phase 1 reopening plan.
- Personal services like hair salons and barber shops are open for appointments only.
- Car washes can open only for exterior cleaning.
- Manufacturing businesses can fully reopen, but with guidance and precautions.
- Outdoor day camps can open, adhering to Maryland Department of Health guidelines.
- Outdoor youth sports can open, adhering to Maryland Department of Health guidelines.
County Executive @Marc_Elrich and @MoCoDHHS' Dr. Travis Gayles today announced critical benchmarks to reduce the spread of #COVID19 have been achieved, allowing the County to begin a gradual reopening. Phase I will start at 6 a.m. Monday, June 1. Details: https://t.co/uTwjh1mHjt pic.twitter.com/9NMMBhM0PG
— Montgomery County MD (@MontgomeryCoMD) May 28, 2020
Elrich was frequently interrupted by protestors who were shouting obscenities. Here’s a look at the full press conference:
