Public Health State Of Emergency In Lilburn-Mountain Park Extended Through Aug. 11, Following June Executive Order

Press release from the City of Lilburn:

July 3, 2020

Governor Brian Kemp extended the Public Health State of Emergency through August 11, 2020. Kemp also issued a new executive order providing additional guidance for empowering a healthy Georgia, effective now through July 15, 2020, unless otherwise noted.

All residents and visitors shall practice social distancing and refrain from gathering, as defined in the order. Residents and visitors are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings as practicable while outside their home, except when eating, drinking, or exercising outdoors. Sanitation should be practiced in accordance with the guidelines published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Those who meet the criteria for higher risk of severe illness as defined by the CDC are required to continue to shelter in place through July 15, 2020.

The executive order provides restrictions and requirements for businesses such as restaurants, bars, gyms, movie theaters, food establishments, and more. Businesses looking for additional guidance may view Governor Kemp’s Statewide Executive Order: Guidelines for Businesses.

Link to Governor Kemp’s Executive Orders

Link to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

This press release was produced by the City of Lilburn. The views expressed here are the author’s own.