State Mask Mandate Ends February 10

Governor Kathy Hochul announced earlier today at a COVID briefing that New York State will lift the current mask mandate in place for indoor businesses effective tomorrow, February 10, 2022. This does not apply for individuals in schools, childcare, health care facilities, prisons, homeless shelters, domestic violence shelters and public transit. Counties, local health departments and businesses…

Vaccination Requirement: Key to NYC

Dear small business community,  As you may have heard, vaccine mandates have been expanded. Small businesses that would like help with any of these requirements can call the NYC Department of Small Business Services hotline at 888-SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692).  Vaccination Requirement: Key to NYC  Children ages 5 to 11 are now required to have proof of vaccination for the public indoor activities…

UPDATES FROM THE CITY & STATE

Key to NYC Vaccine Mandates Now in Effect – Key to NYC is now in effect. Proof of vaccination for customers and workers is required to participate in indoor dining, gyms, entertainment, and performances. Read the more recent Executive Order here. Inspections and enforcement began the week of September 13. To show proof of vaccination,…

Governor Cuomo Announces State Will End Food and Beverage Service Curfew

Curfew Will Be Removed for Outdoor Dining Areas Beginning May 17 and Indoor Areas Beginning May 31 Curfew for Catered Events Where Attendees Have Proof of Vaccination Status or Negative COVID Test Result Will Be Lifted Beginning May 17 and Curfew for All Catered Events Lifted May 31 Catered Events Can Resume at Residences Beginning May 3 in Accordance with State’s Reopening Guidelines Seating Allowed at Bars in…