Recently, Washington has been breaking daily records for the number of people testing positive for the virus. The fresh round of COVID-related crackdowns come as Washington, and the nation, see a spike in cases. “I am heartbroken as I realize this might be the end to many of your dreams,” Anton wrote. It also called the restriction on indoor dining “devastating” and said it could lead to 100,000 hospitality workers losing their jobs right before the holidays. The email from the Washington Hospitality Association said fewer than one-half of one percent of COVID cases have been traced to restaurants and that it was preparing a “message of disappointment” to share after the governor’s announcement. Kate Brown announced a fresh round of restrictions, including a 75% capacity limit on grocery stores. On Friday, the governor of New Mexico ordered a 25% capacity restriction at grocery stores and other “essential” retailers, according to Newsweek.Īlso Friday, Oregon Gov. The email noted that the WFIA had asked Inslee’s office to increase the capacity limit, “but the Governor is following other states that have developed similar guidance.” ALSO SEE: Coronavirus News, Updates, Resources From NWPB The source of those figures was not clear and Hetrick did not immediately respond to a voicemail and email. In her email to WFIA members, Hetrick also said 1% of COVID cases occur at workplaces and 0.06% in grocery and convenience stores. On Saturday evening, an Inslee spokesperson did not dispute the details of the emails and said more information would be shared on Sunday morning. The Seattle Times was the first to report on the new restrictions in Washington, which are expected to go into effect this week and would represent the most sweeping limits since Inslee issued a stay home order in March. “While this could still change, the odds are now very low,” wrote Anthony Anton, president and CEO of the Washington Hospitality Association.
The WFIA represents grocery stores, convenience stores and coffee houses.Ī separate email sent to restaurant owners from the Washington Hospitality Association also said indoor dining would not be allowed and that the new rules would be in effect until December 14. The Washington Food Industry Association sent out such guidance to its member the day before. Jay Inslee was expected to issue new restrictions for bars, restaurants and retail on Nov. “We realize the occupancy limits are extremely frustrating as we move into the busiest season of the year,” Hetrick wrote in her email. Those details were based on information shared during a meeting between Hetrick and the governor’s office, according to the email.
One email, from Washington Food Industry Association (WFIA) President and CEO Tammie Hetrick said Inslee would likely impose: Jay Inslee, First Lady Urge Changes To Thanksgiving Plans As COVID Surges ALSO SEE: Coronavirus News, Updates, Resources From NWPB ALSO SEE: WA Gov. Sunday event, industry group emails sent to grocery store and restaurant owners, and obtained by the public radio Northwest News Network, outlined what Inslee is expected to order. While Inslee’s office did not release details in advance of the 11 a.m. Previously, Inslee’s office had said an announcement would be forthcoming as early as Monday. Jay Inslee has scheduled an unusual Sunday news conference to announce new restrictions to combat what his office calls “the rapid and alarming rise of COVID in our state.” Maybe give thought to them a little bit.Washington Gov. “Maybe get it for some people who are immunocompromised and can’t get the vaccine and are subject to this disease. Get a vaccine for them,” Inslee said emphatically. Even if you don’t care about your health, how about caring about the kids who can’t get the vaccine right now because they’re not eligible, maybe care about those kids a little bit. “If I may, I don’t think it’s too much to ask of a Washingtonian. The vaccination rate is still under 60% of the adult population in Clark County. Inslee cited rampant misinformation as a large contributor to vaccine hesitancy - and encouraged people to discuss any concerns with their doctors. At this point, those numbers have dramatically decreased to single-digit numbers. In April and May, Washington was hitting more than 60,000 vaccinations per day. We know it works, but we have challenges getting enough people to actually take the vaccine.” “But there are too many people who although they have access to a free, life-saving vaccine, have not availed themselves of that. “It is unfortunate we’re in this position because we have the tools to beat this - we have the tools to break the back of this COVID pandemic,” Inslee said.
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