Douglas County reopening plan approved by Nevada, new rules start May 1
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/01/2021 - 5:00am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Nevada COVID Task Force has approved Douglas County's recovery plan, Moving Forward. Starting Saturday, May 1, the plan submitted by the Douglas County Commissioners goes into effect.
The biggest changes will be for a return to 100 percent occupancy for businesses unless governed by a licensing board such as the Nevada Gaming Control Board or the Nevada State Board of Cosmetology.
Until the state changes directives, Douglas County will keep following the mask mandate.
“Douglas County will continue to push for reopening of our businesses within the limits of the law,” said Douglas County Manager Patrick Cates. “During the transition to local control, it is important to note the State directive on masks will continue to be enforced in businesses by OSHA and other state boards and can be cited and fined for non-compliance. This is not coming from Douglas County. We ask all residents to be mindful of the impact on our businesses for ignoring this directive.”
Events and large gatherings will not require local government approval of COVID plans.
The commissioners said there will be no change in the current enforcement measures by the County.
For safety and health guideline recommendations, businesses can refer to the Center for Disease Control. A full version of the plan can be found on the Douglas County website at www.douglascountynv.gov/douglascounty_reopening_plan. All updates, changes to County services, reopening plans, and frequently asked questions can all be found on this webpage.
On May 10, 2021, the Douglas County Senior Center doors will reopen to the public. To view how Douglas County department operations are modified, please visit www.douglascountynv.gov/douglascounty_reopening_plan.
Douglas County continues to participate with the other Quad Counties to support Carson City Health and Human Services public health efforts including testing events, vaccination clinics, and disseminating public information.