–– as M&CC rolls out further measures to curtail spread of COVID-19
IN a notice on Monday, the Georgetown Mayor and City Council revealed that, come Wednesday, if persons, vendors specifically, are seen without wearing a mask they can and will be subjected to pay a fine of $5000 as a penalty fee.
“All Stallholders/Vendors and their staff are required to wear face masks throughout the duration of their operations. Failing to comply with this directive, persons will be charged a penalty fee of five thousand dollars ($5,000),” the council stated.
Additionally, all Shoppers entering the Municipal Market will not be allowed to enter if they are not wearing a face mask.
The council further stated that a limited number of shoppers will be allowed to enter each market at a given time, and, as persons exit, others will be allowed to enter to maintain social distancing of six feet. Absolutely no crowding/large gathering at stalls will be permitted. Stall holders have been asked to regulate that activity and will be held accountable for any breaches.
In addition, unauthorized vending is also strictly prohibited. Anyone found selling at any place that is not approved by the Council will be subjected to the payment of a removal fee of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000).
The operational hours for all the Municipal Markets will be from 07:00 hours (7 am) to 16:00 hours (4 pm). The council is requesting the full co-operation of all of citizens, since Covid-19 is a war that must be fought together.
