COVID-19 UPDATE FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES – June 1, 2020

The Capital Region, including Schenectady County, hope to enter Phase 2 of the reopening process this week. The target date for Phase 2 reopening is Wednesday June 3rd.

The Governor’s Office has released the guidelines and business safety templates for industries allowed to reopen in Phase 2.

To see Phase 2 guidelines and an updated list of industries, click here.

Eligible businesses must complete a safety plan to be kept on premises; a suggested template can be found here.

The following industry-specific guidelines have been issued for businesses eligible for Phase 2 reopening:
• Offices
• Real Estate
• Essential and Phase Two Retail
• Vehicle Sales, Leases, and Rentals
• Retail Rental, Repair, and Cleaning

See earlier COVID-19 updates at www.schenectadymetroplex.org.