Here Are Details On Governor’s Five-Step Reopening Plan
News Release
INDIANAPOLIS – Below is the five stages of Gov. Eric Holcomb’s phased-in approach to reopening the state.
The following was forwarded by the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce.
Stage 1
- The previous stay-at-home situation. Began March 24.
Stage 2
- Begins May 4
- Manufacturers not currently operating will be permitted to do so
- Essential travel restrictions lifted
- Social gatherings of up to 25 people permitted while following the CDC’s distancing guidelines
- Retail and commercial businesses (including malls) permitted to open to in-store customers at 50% capacity (common areas at malls limited to 25% capacity)
- On May 8, in-person, indoor religious worship services may resume and will not be restricted to the 25-person limit, though outdoor and virtual services are preferred
- On May 11, restaurants may open for sit-down dining at 50% capacity (no bar seating)
- On May 11, personal services (e.g., hair/nail salons, spas, tattoo parlors, etc.) may open by appointment only
- Hoosiers over the age of 65 and those with higher risk factors should continue to stay home
- General public encouraged to wear face masks (not required)
- Those who work in office settings are encouraged to work remotely when possible
Stage 3
- Expected to begin May 24
- Stay-at-home restrictions eased on Hoosiers over the age of 65 or with higher risk factors
- Social gatherings of up to 100 people permitted while following the CDC’s distancing guidelines
- Retail/commercial businesses may go up to 75% capacity
- Movie theaters may open at 50%
- Gyms and playgrounds may open with restrictions
- General public encouraged to continue wearing face masks (not required)
Stage 4
- Expected to begin June 14
- Face coverings optional
- Social gatherings of up to 250 people permitted while following the CDC’s distancing guidelines
- Retail stores and malls may open at full capacity
- Workers in office settings may resume work at full capacity
- Restaurant sit-down dining capacity increases to 75%; bar seating permitted at 50%
- Cultural and tourism venues such as zoos and museums may open at 50% capacity
- Larger venues may open
Stage 5
- Expected to begin July 4
- Continue distancing practices
- Retail, restaurants, and personal services may move to full capacity
- Sporting events, conventions, festivals and fairs may open