By: Donovan W. Mann – donovanm@977thebolt.com
Des Moines, IA – Governor signs new proclamation that increases number of businesses that are required to close during the Public Health Emergency.
From the office of the governor: to encourage further social distancing and mitigation efforts, the proclamation orders additional closures effective at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7th until Thursday, April 30th:
- Malls
- Tobacco or vaping stores
- Toy, gaming, music, instrument, movie, or adult entertainment stores
- Social and fraternal clubs, including those at golf courses
- Bingo halls, bowling alleys, pool halls, arcades, and amusement parks
- Museums, libraries, aquariums, and zoos
- Race tracks and speedway.
- Roller or ice skating rinks and skate parks
- Outdoor or indoor playgrounds or children’s play centers
- Campgrounds
In addition, all unsolicited door-to-door sales are prohibited.
Governor Kim Reynolds made this announcement during her 11 am press conference on Monday, April 6. Additionally she announced she would be moving her press conferences to 11 am each week day.
The full text of the proclamation can be read below and viewed https://governor.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Public%20Health%20Proclamation%20-%202020.04.06.pdf