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Baker Easing Occupancy Levels for Low-Risk Communities
Communities at low-risk for COVID-19 transmission will be able to increase occupancy at a number of indoor and outdoor venues beginning next week.
Gyms, museums, libraries and indoor and outdoor performance venues will be able to open to 50 percent occupancy; also allowed to open are such indoor recreational facilities such as laser tag and skating; and all retail fitting rooms.
Baker said he has signed an executive order effective Monday, Oct. 5, that will allow communities that remain at low-risk for at least three cycles to enter Step 2 of Phase III in the state's reopening plan.
Baker said he has signed an executive order effective Monday, Oct. 5, that will allow communities that remain at low-risk for at least three cycles to enter Step 2 of Phase III in the state's reopening plan.
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