Reopening Massachusetts

On Monday, May 18, the Baker-Polito Administration released the roadmap for Reopening Massachusetts. This is the Reopening Advisory Board’s report, which details a four-phased strategy to responsibly reopen businesses and activities while continuing to fight COVID-19.

Press Release: Reopening Massachusetts: Baker-Polito Administration Initiates Transition to First Phase of Four-Phase Approach

Web Page: Reopening Massachusetts

• Reopening Massachusetts Report
• Four-Phase Approach
• Readiness and Capabilities Dashboard
• When Can My Business Reopen
• Reopening Plan Template
• Compliance Attestation Poster
• Employer Poster
• Worker Poster
• Data Dashboard -Starting on May 18, the COVID-19 Command Center will give updates on six key public health indicators.

Other Updates 

Guidance for Food Service Reopening

Government: httpwww.fda.gov/food/food-safety-during-emergencies/best-practices-retail-food-stores-restaurants-and-food-pick-updelivery-services-during-covid-19

Industry: https://www.themassrest.org/ma-restaurant-industry-re-open-guidance.html and https://foodcodepro.com/

Testing Capacity and PPE: Update on Testing Capacity and Personal Protective Equipment Procurement

Face Covering Resource: Video Translated in Multiple Languages

Federal Funding to Local Citie:
Distribution of Federal Coronavirus Relief Fund to Local Cities
Federal Coronavirus Relief Fund Guidance

Mental Health: Resources for managing social isolation and loneliness during COVID-19

 ​Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR)

• Re-Opening Guidance for Industries
• Addressing COVID-19 Impacts, Bulletins and Guidance
• Marketing and Distribution
• Food Safety
• Farmers' Markets
• Animal Health
• Labor
• Financial Resources and Funding Opportunities
• Mental Health Resources
• In the Spotlight: Farms, Food Banks, and Ag Businesses Supporting the COVID-19 Response