Here Is What We Need To Know About Phase One Of Gov. Brown's Reopening Plan

More than 30 counties in Oregon have applied for Phase 1 of Oregon Gov. Kate Brown’s plan to reopen Oregon.

Counties that are approved will be allowed to begin Phase 1 of reopening on Friday, May 15. In Phase 1 of the governor’s plan, restrictions will be eased for:

• Restaurants and bars for sit-down service:Requirements include 6 feet of social distancing; a limit of groups to parties of 10 or fewer; food and drink consumption must end by 10 p.m.; and workers are required to wear masks.See more details on the requirements
• Barbers, salons and massage businesses: Requirements include social distancing; appointment-only; and a personal protective equipment and customer list.See more details on the requirements
• Gyms and fitness centers:Requirements include a maximum gathering limit; social distancing; and sanitation.See more details on the requiremen
• In-person gatherings:Up to 25 people, no travel

Even as restrictions are eased, Gov. Brown said social distancing will need to continue. All counties must meet the following prerequisites before they'll be approved for Phase 1:

• Show adecline in COVID-19or have fewer than 5 hospitalizations
• Have sufficientCOVID-19 testingandcontact tracingcapability
• Establish plans for the isolation and quarantine of new cases
• Have thehospital capacityto handle any surge in COVID-19 cases
• Have enoughpersonal protective equipmentfor health care workers

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