MILWAUKEE — Wisconsin's extended 'Safer-at-Home' order began Friday, lifting some of the restrictions previously put in place on non-essential businesses throughout the state.
The governor's order allows public libraries, arts and craft stores, and other non-essential businesses to re-open and offer curbside and delivery services. Golf courses are also allowed to open under new guidelines.
A lawsuit has been filed by Wisconsin lawmakers who argue the restrictions on businesses should be lifted even further in order to save Wisconsin's economy due to the initial shutdown.
Governor Tony Evers has said he needs to see more proof that Wisconsin is recovering from coronavirus consistently before lifting the Safer at Home order even further.
Here are some of the changes taking effect on April 24:
Public libraries: Public libraries may now provide curb-side pick-up of books and other library materials.
Golf Courses: Golf courses may open again, with restrictions including scheduling and paying for tee times online or by phone only. Clubhouses and pro shops must remain closed.
Non-essential Businesses: Non-essential businesses will now be able to do more things as Minimum Basic Operations, including deliveries, mailings, and curb-side pick-up. Non-essential businesses must notify workers of whether they are necessary for the Minimum Basic Operations.
Arts and Crafts Stores: Arts and craft stores may offer expanded curb-side pick-up of materials necessary to make face masks or other personal protective equipment (PPE).
Aesthetic or Optional Exterior Work: Aesthetic or optional exterior lawn care or construction is now allowed under the extended order, so long as it can be done by one person.
This report originally filed by TMJ4.
