MAYOR ROTH LIFTS ALL COUNTY COVID RESTRICTIONS
From: Johnasen, Cyrus
Sent: Monday, February 28, 2022 2:50 PM
Subject: MAYOR ROTH LIFTS ALL COUNTY COVID RESTRICTIONS
Aloha!
Mayor Mitch Roth announces the termination of Hawaiʻi County’s Thirteenth Supplementary Emergency Proclamation, declaring an end to all County emergency rules related to COVID-19. As a result, effective immediately, there will no longer be a limit on gathering sizes (indoor and outdoor), which ultimately removes the County’s coveted mechanism for ‘special gatherings’ review and approval. However, residents must still adhere to the Governor’s Emergency Proclamation Related to COVID-19 (Omicron Variant), which includes indoor mask-wearing, Safe Travels requirements, and testing/vaccination requirements for County and State employees. The Governor’s emergency order will remain in effect until March 25 unless otherwise acted upon. It is unclear if the Governor will extend his emergency rules beyond then.
Please see the attached release for more information. I’ve also attached a copy of the rescinded rule and termination of proclamation for your review.
Additionally, please see Mayor Roth’s recorded announcement here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gWtsDsk_kM
Mahalo,
Cyrus Johnasen
Public Relations
County of Hawaiʻi
Office of the Mayor
cyrus.johnasen@hawaiicounty.gov
808.345.9434
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