On Thursday, April 2nd the Spartanburg City Council passed an Emergency Ordinance for City of Spartanburg residents and businesses. The ordinance outlines the expectations for citizens of Spartanburg regarding social distancing measures.
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What Does the Spartanburg Emergency Ordinance Do?
- City of Spartanburg residents are encouraged to stay home except for obtaining necessities, providing essential services or individual outdoor recreation, meaning no closer than 6 ft to another person.
- Residents should avoid groups of more than 3 outside homes.
- Businesses allowed to remain open should take measures to abide by social distancing recommendations including limiting the number of people in store, shielding employees form visitors and keeping customers 6 ft apart in lines.
- Police have the authority to break up groups of 3 or more. Residents can call 864.594.7208 or send an email to [email protected] to report any gatherings on public property to the Spartanburg Police Department.
The complete Spartanburg Emergency Ordinance is available online.
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