Pandemic orders lifted; some restrictions go on

COVID-19

Gov Orders Pandemic orders lifted; some restrictions go on

by Kathy Thayer

assistant recreation manager

The California Department of Health confirmed the Governor’s order to move “Beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy,” effective June 15.

For Leisure World Seal Beach, which is a private community, that means all amenities may reopen without restrictions for residents and their guests:

• No capacity limitations

• No physical distancing limitation for attendees and guests

• No masks required indoors or outdoors (but are permitted, of course) Everyone must still wear masks in the workplace, on public transit, and in medical facilities, K-12 schools, correctional facilities and shelters.

But in general, as of Tuesday, people could—if the business allows it—go into a bar and sit at a stool right next to a stranger, take in a film in a packed movie theater and eat popcorn, and sing at a full church service or cheer at a baseball game.

It is important to note that the more restrictive workplace guidance is being reconsidered on June 17 by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health. Deliberations may lead to a modification of these requirements.

So GRF and Mutual directors and other residents can freely use LW conference rooms; however, GRF staff and contractors are still required to wear masks until advised otherwise.

GRF does not require proof of vaccinations to use trust property and reminds clubs that they cannot compel members to have been vaccinated.

If attendees are uncomfortable being in a space where some participants may not be vaccinated, they are free to stay home or wear masks themselves.

All of these protocols apply to all amenities and the rules and policies under normal conditions apply once again.

For more information, contact Recreation by emailing kathyt@lwsb.com.

Nearly 40 million vaccines have been administered in California, which has among the lowest case rates in the country, according to the Office of Governor. But there are still places in the state where fewer people are vaccinated, which means the virus could spread more easily through those areas.