The Governor announced today that restaurants will be allowed to offer limited dine-in service beginning May 11.
Initially, restaurants will be limited to 33% capacity. Phase 1 directives for dine-in operations include:
·     Physical distancing between patrons and tables
·     Reservations encouraged
·     Face coverings
·     Gloves for staff
·     Daily staff screenings
·     Frequent hand washing
·     Pre-order when possible
·     No groups over 10
·     Senior hour encouraged
·     No self-service
·     Clean, disinfect tables, menus after each meal
·     Bars and entertainment within restaurants prohibited
To help businesses make needed adjustments to this re-start phase, the state is launching a $15 Million grant program called “Arkansas Ready for Business”. Businesses can apply at www.arkansasedc.com.
The Health Department says 1/3 of the deaths so far have been residents of nursing homes. To date, 219 residents and 128 staff of nursing homes have tested positive.

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