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Mayor-President Josh Guillory Clarifies “Essential” Businesses in Lafayette Parish
As Governor John Bel Edwards’ Stay At Home Declaration takes effect at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory used his daily press briefing to clarify what businesses operating in Lafayette Parish are deemed "essential."
Among the industries and businesses deemed essential are:
- Grocery stores
- Hardware and building material stores
- Hotels
- Automobile and tire stores / automobile repairs / renting and leasing facilities
- Towing, roadside assistance and locksmiths
- Telecommunications businesses and wireless companies (not retail stores)
- Healthcare facilities that are a medical necessity, including chiropractors and physical therapists
- Oil, gas, petroleum and chemical businesses and support industries
- Retail and wholesale fuel provider / convenience stores
- Sanitation services for moveable and non-moveable structures
- Electronic repairs
- Grass and lawn services
- Farmers
- Food manufacturing,
- Janitorial services
- Banks
- Shipping, mailing, pickup and logistics services
The following activities are also approved:
- Use of parks and outdoor recreational facilities (not indoor)
- Outdoor walking and running tracks
- Tennis courts
- Private golf and driving ranges
WATCH the press briefing below:
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