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Quận Arlington ở tiểu bang Virginia ra Thông Báo vào ngày 16 tháng 3 năm 2020 yêu cầu các Quán Bar và Nhà Hàng đóng cửa phòng ăn
Hạt Arlington cầu xin các quán bar và nhà hàng đóng cửa phòng ăn
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CẬP NHẬT: Ngày 17 tháng 3 năm 2020: Danh sách các quán bar và nhà hàng đã đóng cửa hoặc chỉ cung cấp To-Go / Curbside
Tuyên bố từ Hạt Arlington
Các tiểu bang trên khắp đất nước, bao gồm Washington, DC và Maryland, đã yêu cầu tất cả các quán bar và nhà hàng đóng cửa để phục vụ ăn tối kể từ 10:00 tối nay (16 tháng 3 năm 2020). Hạt Arlington không có thẩm quyền pháp lý để đặt hàng như vậy. Tuy nhiên, chúng tôi yêu cầu các quán bar và nhà hàng Arlington có hành động có trách nhiệm và chuyển từ dịch vụ ăn uống sang chỉ cung cấp dịch vụ vận chuyển và giao hàng .
Chúng tôi đã thấy một số nhà hàng rất sáng tạo với cách thực hiện với sự xa cách xã hội. Khuyến khích dịch vụ mang đi là một cách tốt để giúp các doanh nghiệp nhỏ này và nhân viên của họ vượt qua thời gian thử thách này.
Chúng tôi cảm ơn tất cả những người đã làm như vậy, nhưng chúng tôi khẩn khoản tất cả các quán bar và nhà hàng của chúng tôi vẫn chưa đóng cửa phòng ăn của họ để làm như vậy vào lúc 10:00 tối nay (16 tháng 3) và không mở lại cho đến khi tất cả chúng tôi có thể làm việc cách an toàn cho khách hàng quen được phục vụ trực tiếp . Nếu không, chúng ta có thể sẽ bị choáng ngợp bởi các trường hợp COVID-19 và sức khỏe của mọi người ở Arlington sẽ gặp nguy hiểm.
Chúng tôi đánh giá cao sự hợp tác của bạn trong việc giữ an toàn cho cộng đồng của chúng tôi.
Libby Garvey, Chủ tịch Hội đồng quản trị Arlington
Mark Schwartz, Giám đốc Hạt Arlington
SOUCE: Arlington County, Virginia
For Immediate Release: March 17, 2020
Contacts: Office of the Governor: Alena Yarmosky, Alena.Yarmosky@governor.virginia.gov
Governor Northam Announces New Measures to Combat COVID-19 and Support Impacted Virginians
Directs adherence to 10-person gathering ban, quarantine for high-risk individuals, worker and employer support
RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced additional steps to help Virginians impacted by novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, stop the spread of the virus in the Commonwealth, and protect public health.
“Everyone must play a role to help flatten the curve and mitigate the spread of this virus, and that starts with social distancing,” said Governor Northam. “We know this will be a hardship for many businesses, and we are assisting workers affected by closures. Public health relies on every individual using common sense and making responsible decisions. We can and will get through this difficult time. But we must work together to do so.”
Video of today’s media briefing is available here.
Further Reducing Public Gatherings
Governor Northam told Virginians to avoid non-essential gatherings of more than 10 people, per federal guidelines. This does not include normal operations at essential services such as manufacturers, distribution centers, airports, bus and train stations, medical facilities, grocery stores, or pharmacies.
Protecting High-Risk Virginians
Those with chronic health conditions or aged 65 or older should self-quarantine. Public health experts advise that individuals with underlying medical conditions and those aged 65 or older are at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19. Governor Northam encouraged neighbors and friends to stay in touch and regularly check in with high-risk individuals.
Increasing Social Distancing
All restaurants, fitness centers, and theaters are mandated to significantly reduce their capacity to 10 patrons, or close. Restaurants are encouraged to continue carry-out and takeaway options.
Support for Affected Workers
Governor Northam announced the following actions to protect working Virginians impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak:
No waiting for unemployment benefits. Governor Northam has directed the Commissioner of the Virginia Employment Commission to waive the one-week waiting period to ensure workers can receive benefits as soon as possible.
Enhanced eligibility for unemployment. Workers may be eligible to receive unemployment benefits if an employer needs to temporarily slow or cease operations due to COVID-19. If a worker has been issued a notice to self-quarantine by a medical or public health official and is not receiving paid sick or medical leave from their employer, they may be eligible to receive unemployment benefits. In addition, a worker may be eligible for unemployment benefits if they must stay home to care for an ill family member and are not receiving paid family medical leave from their employer.
Fewer restrictions. For individuals receiving unemployment insurance, Governor Northam is directing the Virginia Employment Commission to give affected workers special consideration on deadlines, mandatory re-employment appointments, and work search requirements.
The Office of the Governor is providing a Frequently Asked Questions guide for workers that have been temporarily laid off or discharged during this public health crisis.
Support for Impacted Employers
Regional workforce teams will be activated to support employers that slow or cease operations. Employers who do slow or cease operations will not be financially penalized for an increase in workers requesting unemployment benefits.
The Governor is authorizing rapid response funding, through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, for employers eligible to remain open during this emergency. Funds may be used to clean facilities and support emergency needs.
Governor Northam is directing all employers to follow U.S. Department of Labor guidance on workplace safety.
Department of Motor Vehicle Office Closures
Virginia’s 75 DMV offices, as well as mobile units, will close to the public.
Online services will remain available, and anyone needing to renew a license or vehicle registration is encouraged to do so online.
For those who cannot renew online, or whose license or registration expires before May 15, DMV will grant a 60-day extension.
Courts
Governor Northam requested and the Supreme Court of Virginia granted a judicial emergency in response to COVID-19. From Monday, March 16 through Monday, April 6, non-essential, non-emergency court proceedings in all district and circuit courts are suspended absent a specific exemption. This includes a prohibition on new eviction cases for tenants who are unable to pay rent as a result of COVID-19. All non-exempted court deadlines are tolled and extended for a period of 21 days.
Utilities
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) issued an order directing utilities it regulates, such as electric, natural gas, and water companies in Virginia, to suspend service disconnections for 60 days to provide immediate relief for any customer, residential and business, who may be financially impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak.
For a comprehensive list of actions Governor Northam has announced to combat COVID-19 in Virginia, visit virginia.gov/coronavirus.
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