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Post-Pandemic Re-opening Checklist
Many of you have been closed entirely for many months, some reducing capacity a lot and just doing takeout. If this sounds like you,...
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The Oregon Health Authority Is Recommending We All Wear Masks in Restaurants and Bars
Updated 7.28.21 The Centers for Disease Control and the Oregon Health Authority recommends universal mask use for all public indoor...
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Executive Order Lifting Most COVID Restrictions
Here is a link to the EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 21-15 RESCINDING REMAINING COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS. When we receive guidance form the Oregon...
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60,625 more people need to get vaccinated for Oregon to reopen completely 6/16/21
We are so close. Find vaccination sites here.
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Q & A - Sushi on conveyor belt OK yet?
Q - I am planning to do dine-in next month and I was wondering if there are any restriction for conveyor belt sushi? A - Hello. As of...
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All statewide restrictions projected to be lifted in 2 weeks?!
When Oregon achieves a first dose 70% statewide vaccination rate for residents 18 or older, Oregon will lift all risk level health and...
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Q & A - Can I still require masks?
Q - Can I still require masks even though the Governor said we do have to? I own a small restaurant and 6 feet between tables is really...
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Q & A - Can my employees go without a mask while working?
Hello, Thank you for the question. This is one of the most frequently asked questions. The answer is yes if they have been fully...
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How close are we to reaching 70% vaccination rate and opening completely?
As of June 4, 2021. Click here to go to this map that allows you to drill down open each county for more detailed information. Oregon...
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Q & A - Do I have to provide a bathroom because I have tables outside to wait for your take food?
So glad you asked this question! There is some confusion about when a restroom is required. Here is the lowdown: You need to provide a...
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Multnomah County moves to low risk Thursday, May 27, recommends masks for all indoor settings
May 25, 2021 Multnomah County will move from “High Risk” to “Lower Risk” on Thursday, May 27, allowing more people to gather inside...
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Anyone need an extra 1 million bucks?
Yes, you are in luck. It's super easy to get the chance! Governor Kate Brown announced today the launch of the Take Your Shot Oregon...
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Maskless Guests and Required Verification of Vaccination Status!
We were all taken by storm when Governor Brown announced fully vaccinated people were no longer to wear masks in public spaces, on the...
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Movable Table Barriers in Lieu of 6-Foot Distancing Requirement
This was a beautiful workaround for a small café with free-standing tables. These work to create safe environments for diners as the...
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Total Reopening Depends on Vaccination Rate of 70% !! We can do this, together!
Gov. Kate Brown and OHA Director Patrick Allen provided an update yesterday, 5.11.21, on the state's new vaccination targets for...
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Back to 25% Indoor Dining We Go!! Woot!! Friday, May, 7th
5/4/21 Governor Kate Brown today announced updates to county risk levels under the state's public health framework to reduce transmission...
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Funding equal to your pandemic-related revenue loss up to $10 million per business!
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep...
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4/30 - 5/6 All indoor dining closed. We are in the extreme risk category again starting Friday.
Due to the rapid spread of COVID-19 in Oregon, Governor Kate Brown today announced updates to county risk levels under the state’s public...
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Extreme Risk Looms over Multnomah County
Governor Brown announced today that there will be no warning week if the numbers continue to rise at the beginning of the week of April...
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Frontline Workers Eligible Today - How to find a COVID-19 Vaccine in Oregon
Finally, it is your turn!! Please go and rollup your sleeve and get vaccinated ASAP. We are hoping this is not only a shot in the arm for...
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