Special Bayport CC meeting July 22, 2020
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Implementation of state face covering mandate
Police enforcement strategy and educational approach
Communication plan for business owners
Public messaging regarding health order guidelines
Distribution of PPE and consistent city-wide signage
Use of federal CARES Act funding for businesses
Clarification of face covering definitions and exemptions
Impact of mandates on local restaurant and retail operations
Areas of Interest (4)
- Tension between law enforcement staffing shortages and the burden of enforcing public health mandates.
- Potential liability risks associated with using CARES Act funding for local business grants.
- City government struggling to maintain economic activity in a border community amidst inconsistent state mask regulations.
- Concerns over the definition of 'face coverings' and the effectiveness of plastic shields vs. masks in industrial settings.
Notable Quotes (3)
We'll absolutely educate them, we'll take the complaints... I'm all about making things safe but it's really hard to agencies that are adults that should be doing the right thing and keeping each other safe.
Compliance is key because it's a public health issue... it's going to be on a complaint basis that you're not going to be patrolling the streets.
I don't want the business owners if they and their staffs that are complying, I don't want them to have to turn into police either.
People (6)
ChiefChief of PoliceResponsible for managing compliance, educating businesses, and handling potential citations for mask mandate non-compliance.
Responsible for managing compliance, educating businesses, and handling potential citations for mask mandate non-compliance.
AdamCity Administrator/StaffProvides guidance on executive orders, federal funding, and city regulatory compliance.
Provides guidance on executive orders, federal funding, and city regulatory compliance.
TomCity AttorneyInterprets executive orders, legal liability for business grants, and advises on misdemeanor penalties.
Interprets executive orders, legal liability for business grants, and advises on misdemeanor penalties.
Council Member DollCouncil MemberAdvocates for clear signage, consistent messaging, and practical application of the mandate for local businesses.
Advocates for clear signage, consistent messaging, and practical application of the mandate for local businesses.
Council Member HansonCouncil MemberSuggests community outreach and acting as city ambassadors for mask compliance.
Suggests community outreach and acting as city ambassadors for mask compliance.
MayorMayorLeads the meeting and facilitates discussions on balancing public safety with economic vitality.
Leads the meeting and facilitates discussions on balancing public safety with economic vitality.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- Wednesday afternoon