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Beginning tomorrow, all grocery stores must reserve the hours of 9 a.m. through 11 a.m. for elderly residents, people with disabilities and pregnant residents to help “protect our most vulnerable residents from crowded supermarkets,” Mayor Steven Fulop said in a press release Monday.
Gov. Phil Murphy in a joint effort with CT and NY mayors urged an 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew for NJ residents.
Meanwhile, several business types are required to close at 12 p.m. today:
- Movie theaters and performance centers
- Bars and nightclubs that don’t serve food
- Gyms and fitness centers
- Daycare centers
- Barbershops and nail salons
- Non-urgent medical offices including dental offices, physical therapy clinics and chiropractor offices
- State licensed cosmetology establishments
All restaurants are also restricted from providing dine-in services; however, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru options will remain available.
The New Jersey Department of Health has also set up a 24-hour hotline for residents who may have concerns or questions at (800) 222-1222.
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