While some areas might be loosening restrictions when it comes to COVID-19, other Bay Area governments, entities and stores are making rules even tighter with masks now becoming a requirement in certain places.
Marin County health experts said there will be an
announcement Friday that people must wear masks at all times when using
essential services such as the grocery store or riding the bus.
The same order goes into effect in Sonoma County as well and that affects Golden Gate Transit buses.
Fremont is also requiring masks. The city has issued an
executive order making it mandatory for workers and customers at most essential
businesses to cover their faces. This means wearing masks at restaurants, gas
stations, grocery and hardware stores and even funeral homes.
“…certainly for those that are on the front lines and are
central workers also while being out there serving us want to be kept safe,”
said Mayor Lily Mei. “This is something we can do to be proactive in addressing
their concerns.”
The face coverings do not need to be medical grade. Mei said
Fremont will have the option to fine people up to $100, but she hopes for voluntary
compliance.
Source: NBC Bay Area
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