County Submits Updated Reopening Plan to Governor

PRESS RELEASE

Baker County submitted an updated reopening plan to Governor Brown today that incorporated new guidance the Governor’s office released during a press conference held at 11:00 AM this morning. County officials do not yet know when the Governor will make a final decision on the plan, but are optimistic that Baker County is being considered to begin the first phase of reopening next week. The updated plan is available on the Baker County COVID-19 website, www.bakercountycovid19.com.

Once the plan is approved by the Governor, some sectors of businesses and other establishments that are currently closed will be allowed to reopen in phases, with precautions in place to reduce the risk of transmitting coronavirus. Baker County and Baker City staff will meet with businesses by sector next week to discuss the standards for reopening, and will remain available to assist businesses through the reopening process. Business owners are encouraged to join the email list by filling out the business survey at www.bakercountycovid19.com. Guidance for each sector will be updated on the website as it comes available.