Reopening Kansas: A county-by-county outlook
(KSNT) – Gov. Laura Kelly announced her plans to lift the statewide stay-at-home order Thursday night, but left it up to individual counties to decide what businesses can re-open in local areas starting Monday.
Below is a county-by-county list of reopening plans, businesses allowed to reopen Monday morning and when Kansans should expect more businesses to phase back in:
This is a developing story and more counties will be added as information is released.
Jefferson County Health Department announced Friday it would be following the restrictions issued by Gov. Laura Kelly with these additional measures to any business that serves prepared food or drinks:
- Cease self-service of unpackaged food or beverages, such as hot bars, salad bars, buffets, or beverage stations.
- Maintain adequate social distancing of 6 feet between tables and dining groups.
These additional restrictions will be put in place starting Monday, May 4, and continue until rescinded, expanded, or modified by a separate order of the local health officer, or Monday, May 18, at 12:00 a.m.
The Coffey County Health Department announced Friday it would be following the restrictions issued by Gov. Laura Kelly.
The county has posted specific instructions on how businesses should proceed with opening here.
The Geary County Health Department announced Friday it would be following the restrictions issued by Gov. Laura Kelly.
Geary County Health Director Tammy Von Busch said people need to be aware the risk is still present so people still need to practice social distancing and proper handwashing.
County officials said it’s urging people to follow the governor’s plan, but additionally, all dine-in services at restaurants and other facilities that prepare and serve food is prohibited.
The Osage County Health Department released its reopening guidelines on Friday, saying the order is “very much like” the governor’s plan to reopen.
Dine-in seating at restaurants will be limited to 50% capacity and must be closed by 10 p.m. each night.
Local childcare providers will need to continue following the same guidelines that were issued as part of the stay at home order, limiting the number of children to groups of 10 and performing temperature checks.
The Shawnee County Health Department announced Friday it would be following the restrictions issued by Gov. Laura Kelly. In addition to these restrictions, the county also released specific details on how businesses able to open on Monday, May 4 should proceed.
- Restaurants and Bars:
- Bars and restaurants are not allowed to have waiting lines outside the establishment
- Establishments should screen workers for fever and other coronavirus symptoms.
- Establishments are only allowed to serve to tables distanced 6 feet or more apart. Bar and counter service is not allowed.
- Establishments are not able to have self-service options.
- Retail Business:
- Stores should screen workers for fever and symptoms of coronavirus.
- Five customers are allowed in a store for every 1000 square feet.
- Shopping carts must be disinfected by staff before use.
- Real Estate:
- Showings should be limited to 10 or less and guests should respect social distancing guidelines.
- All individuals involved should wear a mask.
- Childcare:
- Outdoor activities are encouraged; use of commonly touched items such as playground equipment, toys, and sports equipment is discouraged.
- Clean and wipe down equipment daily
- Screen workers and children for fever and symptoms of coronavirus
- Children should be cared for in rooms of 10 or less with the same caregiver each day to limit exposure.