Additional businesses ordered to close Sunday, Aug. 2

As of Aug. 1, the state has informed San Mateo County that due to being more than 3 days on the COVID-19 monitoring list, specific indoor businesses must cease operations, unless they can be modified to operate outside or by pick-up. Beginning 12:01 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020, the state order to close or move outside applies to the following businesses:

Gyms and fitness centers
Places of worship and cultural ceremonies, like weddings and funerals
Offices for non-critical infrastructure sectors
Personal care services, like nail salons and body waxing
Hair salons and barbershops
Shopping malls

Shops that offer tattoos, piercings, and electrolysis may not be operated outdoors and must close.

Businesses should visit the state COVID-19 website for industry guidance.

COVID-19 Resources available

Resources for those in need of food assistance, financial assistance, mental health resources, housing, volunteers and others, are available on the city website at menlopark.org/COVID19resources

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