Because the town of Matthews said it will no longer follow Mecklenburg County’s Stay At Home guidelines and will only follow those of Gov. Cooper’s, Mecklenburg County has no choice but to lift it’s stricter rules. Thus, new businesses will be allowed to open and more activities, like tennis, will be can take place. The new guidelines go into effect Thursday. Here are the new guidelines for businesses.
Following the state order, the list below outlines what is now considered Essential Businesses/Activities:
Defense and military contractors that develop products, processes, equipment, technology, and related services that serve the United States military, national defense, and national security interests.
Electronic retailers that sell or service cell phones, computers, tablets, and other communications technology.
Lawn and garden equipment retailers.
Book stores that sell educational material.
Religious facilities, entities, groups, gatherings, including funerals. Also, services, counseling, pastoral care, and other activities provided by religious organizations to the members of their faith community. Gatherings may not exceed 10 people.
Insurance companies, underwriters, agents, brokers, and related insurance claims and agency services.
Real estate services including brokerage, appraisal and title services.
Automobile dealers.