Title
Amend Prior City Council Declaration Regarding Face Coverings
Description
Request to revise the Phoenix City Council June 18, 2020, Declaration Regarding Face Coverings to follow newly published guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the wearing of face coverings for fully vaccinated persons.
Report
Summary
On May 13, 2021 and May 16, 2021, the CDC issued guidance recommending that fully vaccinated persons do not have to wear face coverings, except under certain circumstances, such as in health care settings, traveling, detention facilities, on public transportation, or at a homeless shelter. The guidance also states that persons must comply with business rules and any other federal, state or local regulations. The guidelines recommend vaccination, and that those who are have weakened immunity, or take certain medications, should consult with their doctors.
The City desires to follow CDC guidelines issued on May 16, 2021, and for the City’s Declaration to automatically follow any subsequent CDC guidance regarding face coverings. The guidance allows local rules, and the City Manager will continue to have authority to establish rules and procedures for City buildings and employees. The City will also continue to follow federal travel restrictions for buses, light rail, airlines and other public transportation from the Federal Aviation Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
The City Council approved the Declaration Regarding Face Coverings on June 18, 2020, which relates to emergency action in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by City Manager Ed Zuercher and the Law Department.