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On Wednesday May 20, Governor Brown announced that Polk County was approved for the first phase of reopening. This allows the limited reopening of:
- Restaurants and bars
- Salons,and barber shops, massage, etc.
- Gyms or workout centers
- Shopping malls

These businesses need to follow protocols of cleaning and physical distancing, among others. For more information visit the page: https://govstatus.egov.com/reopening-oregon#phase1

On May 11, 2020, Polk County, acting as the local Public Health authority, submitted its application for phased re-opening to the Governor's Office and Oregon Health Authority. 

The application addresses the re-opening criteria and guidelines set forth by the State. This application is PENDING approval by the Oregon Health Authority until further notice. 

Polk County will be re-evaluated again on Wednesday, May 20th.

Discrimination, Stigma, and COVID-19

Polk County health officials, together with state and federal authorities, are closely monitoring the outbreak of COVID-19 and working locally to keep our community healthy. That starts with sharing facts and not spreading fear.

Some residents have experienced acts of racism and xenophobia, while some businesses have even reported fewer customers because of myths surrounding COVID-19.

State of Oregon Employment Department News Release-

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 28, 2020 

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Available in Oregon

Starting today, the Oregon Employment Department is providing unemployment benefits through the CARES Act Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program. In preparation, the agency has recruited and trained staff to process PUA claims.