On Saturday, March 21 the Governor
announced further measures to protect
public health and flatten the curve.
These steps are deemed necessary based on science and best practice. We know over the next few days and weeks that with increased access to testing, many more positive cases will be reported. If we all are vigilant in following the rules we will help ensure the safety of all residents – particularly those who at the greatest risk.
Below is a copy of the Executive Orders.
The Governor’s press conference can be viewed here.
https://covid19.nj.gov/
Executive Order 107 includes:
Stay at home order: All residents are to stay at home or at their place of residence unless they are leaving for the following reasons:
1) Obtaining goods or services from essential retail businesses;
2) Obtaining takeout or food beverages from restaurants;
3) Seeking medical attention, essential social services, or assistance from law enforcement;
4) Visiting family or close friends, caretakers, or romantic partners;
5) Reporting to or performing their job;
6) Walking, running, or engaging in outdoor activities with immediate family, caretakers, household members, or romantic partners;
7) Leaving for an educational, religious, or political reason;
8) Leaving because of a reasonable fear for health or safety; or
9) Leaving at the direction of law enforcement or other government agency.
Individuals who have to travel must practice social distancing when possible and should use public transportation only if they have no other feasible choice.
Cancelling gatherings: Gatherings of individuals, such as parties, celebrations, or other social events, are cancelled.
Closing non-essential retail businesses: All non-essential retail businesses, which were previously limited to between 5 am and 8 pm, must now close entirely (online delivery can continue).
The list of essential retail businesses that can stay open is limited to the following:
1) Grocery and food stores, including retailers large retailers that sell food;
2) Pharmacies and medical marijuana dispensaries;
3) Medical supply stores;
4) Gas stations;
5) Convenience stores;
6) Ancillary stores within healthcare facilities;
7) Hardware and home improvement stores;
8) Banks and other financial institutions;
9) Laundromats/dry-cleaning services;
10) Stores that principally sell supplies for children under five years old;
11) Pet stores;
12) Liquor stores;
13) Car dealerships, but only for auto maintenance and repair, and auto mechanics;
14) Printing and office supply shops;
15) Mail and delivery stores
16) Restaurants and other dining establishments can remain open, but must continue to be delivery and/or takeout only.
Mandatory telework/work-from-home: All businesses or non-profits in the State must accommodate their workforce, wherever practicable, for telework or work-from-home arrangements. If a business or nonprofit has employees that must be on site, it shall reduce staff on site to the minimal number necessary to ensure critical operations can continue.
Recreational and entertainment businesses: All are closed. This is unchanged from what is currently in place but the order reiterates these prohibitions.
Pre-K, K-12, and higher education: All continue to be closed to students. This is unchanged as well.
The order will go into effect at 9PM Saturday, March 21, 2020.
It will stay in effect until the Governor revokes or modifies it.
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