MDHHS Gathering and Face Mask Order Modified
Indoor Dining Reopens February 1
 
Following last week's announcement about the plan to reopen indoor dining, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) released its next epidemic order today, which goes into effect on Monday, Feb. 1. The order will allow for indoor dining at restaurants with certain requirements; concessions at casinos, movie theaters, and stadiums; personal services requiring mask removal; and non-residential gatherings of up to 10 people from two households. The new order will last three weeks, until Sunday, Feb. 21.
 
Highlights from the new order...
 
· Indoor dining permitted at a 25% capacity, up to 100 people
· Bars and restaurants must close by 10 PM
· Tables must be six feet apart with no more than six people per table
· Outdoor tents with four sides are permitted under these same rules
· Personal services requiring mask removal are now permitted
· Non-residential gatherings of up to 10 people from two households are now permitted.
 
Additionally, a voluntary MI COVID-19 Safer Dining program allows foodservice establishments to become certified by having their ventilation system inspected and submitting their inspection report to the state indicating they are optimizing airflow.
MI COVID-19
Safer Dining Program

On January 22, the Governor announced the state would gradually open restaurants across Michigan as safely as possible. Part of this effort is a voluntary program called “MI COVID-19 Safer Dining” where restaurants can work with a certified HVAC inspector who will recommend changes to air ventilation to improve circulation and reduce the risk of COVID-19 spread. Restaurants will also abide by safety protocols, including mask-wearing, social distancing, and regular disinfection and cleaning.
The goal of the MI COVID-19 Safer Dining program is to promote improved safety for diners. In the coming weeks, diners will be able to check back here to see which restaurants in their communities are participating in the program. We encourage diners to dine safely and abide by all CDC and MDHHS guidelines.


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MI COVID-19 Safer Dining for Contractors
Please join the Michigan Labor and Economic Opportunity and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for a webinar for contractors on the MI COVID-19 Safer Dining program.
MI COVID-19 Safer Dining Program: For Contractors

 Date: Monday, January 25, 2021
Time: 12 pm – 1 pm Eastern Standard Time
There is no advance registration for this webinar.
Click the link below to join the webinar at the time above.
Further information about inspection requirements will be posted to this site soon. Please check back for updates.

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MI COVID-19 Safer Dining for Restaurants
Please join the Michigan Labor and Economic Opportunity and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for a webinar for restaurant owners and operators on the MI COVID-19 Safer Dining program
MI COVID-19 Safer Dining Program: For Restaurants
 
Date: Monday, January 25, 2021
Time: 3 pm – 4 pm Eastern Standard Time
There is no advance registration for this webinar.
Click the link below to join the webinar at the time above.
Further information about participation in the MI COVID-19 Safer Dining program will be posted to this site soon. Please check back for updates.

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Grayling Regional Chamber of Commerce
989.348.2921