Covid-19 Information
Over the previous few weeks Hanson has had an increase in Covid cases. This increase requires Hanson to drop back to Phase III Step 1, effective Monday, November 2, 2020. We will remain in Step 1 until we have three consecutive weeks where the average daily Covid cases per 100,000 is less than 12.
FAQ regarding high risk communities:
When does a community revert from Step 2 of Phase III to Step 1 of Phase III?
A community must revert to Step I of Phase III of the Commonwealth’s reopening plan, as outlined in the Governor's COVID-19 Order #51, when the community is designated in the “red” category for three consecutive weekly Department of Public Health weekly reports.
When a community reverts from Step 2 to Step 1, what date is the reversion effective?
The rule changes go into effect the Monday after the data is posted. For example, if a community is red for the third week and the Department of Public Health posts the data on Thursday, then the rules go into effect on the following Monday.
What changes when a community moves from Step 2 to Step 1 of Phase III?
The following types of businesses are prohibited from operating during Step 1 of Phase III: indoor performance venues, roller skating rinks, trampoline parks, obstacle courses, laser tag and escape rooms.
The following types of businesses must reduce capacity to 40% (currently 50%) when operating during Step 1 of Phase III: driving/flight schools, gyms, libraries, museums, arcades, and lower-contact indoor and outdoor recreation businesses.
During Step 1, outdoor gatherings at event venues and in public settings are limited to 50 people.
During Step 1, outdoor theater and performance venues may operate at 25% capacity but no more than 50 people.
Click here for Business sector guidance for Phase III, Steps 1 & 2
Click here for Reopening sector-specific protocols
The Town of Hanson is currently considered a "high risk" community. As cases continue to grow in our Town, neighboring communities, our state, and our country we continue to have to make alterations to how we conduct the Town’s business. Town leadership is making decisions based on available information and an abundance of caution. We appreciate everyone’s patience and continued support.