The City of Austin, Travis County and Williamson counties have all issued an official “Shelter in Place” order, on Tuesday at 11:59 pm, requiring all area residents to stay at home during the COVID-19 crisis affecting area. The order is expected to remain in place through April 13th.
Many businesses have been forced to close due to this mandate in order to stop the spread of the virus. Day-to-day activities like shopping for food, groceries and home supplies, as well as activities outdoors like exercising (while maintaining social distancing guidelines) are all permitted during the crisis.
Many are wondering what classifies as an “Essential Business” operation and if it applies to their job. Most employers have already been notified of their classification and are taking appropriate actions to inform their employees. Most Austinties will be working from home, but there are several exceptions granted to people that perform essential jobs and services that are critical to Austin’s infrastructure.
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Those deemed as an Essential Business or Service are as follow:
Restaurants and services that prepare and serve food are permitted to remain open, but only for delivery or carryout. Schools and charities that typically provide free food services to the public may continue to do so on a pick-up and takeout format only.
Those found in violation of breaking the shelter in place mandate could fave a fine of up to $1000, enforced by local police and fire marshal.
For more information on what qualifies as Essential Businesses, services, the Work Safe order and other frequently asked questions regarding the COVID-19 crisis, visit austintexas.gov.
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