Originally Posted by
bballs84
Tons of “essential” businesses still open and going.. There is a long list..
Some of the businesses deemed essential include:
Health care operations and essential infrastructure
Grocery stores, certified farmers' markets, farm and produce stands, food banks, convenience stores, and other establishments selling canned food, dry goods, produce, fresh meat and poultry, etc.
Food cultivation, including farming, livestock, and fishing
Businesses providing food, shelter, and social services
Newspapers, television, radio, and other media services
Gas stations, auto supply, and auto repair
Banks and related financial institutions
Hardware stores
Plumbers, electricians, exterminators, and other providers of safety and sanitation for homes and businesses
Mailing and shipping services, including P.O. boxes
Educations institutions, provided they account for social distancing of at least six feet to the greatest extent possible
Laundromats, dry cleaners, and laundry service providers
Restaurants and other facilities preparing and serving food, but only for takeout and delivery
Businesses supplying products to people who work from home
Businesses supplying other essential businesses with support or supplies necessary to operate
Businesses that ship or deliver groceries, food, goods or services directly to homes
Airlines, taxis, and other private transportation providers for essential activities
Home-based care for seniors, adults, or children
Residential facilities and shelters for seniors, adults, and children
Professional services -- like legal or accounting -- when necessary to assist in compliance with legally mandated activities
Childcare facilities providing services for essential function employees, but they must do it in stable groups of 10 or fewer, children can't change from one group to another, if there's more than one group in a facility, they can't mix, and the same providers must stay with the same children