What can residents do?
Medical evidence shows that following safety guidelines such as wearing a face covering and practicing physical distancing around others can greatly reduce the transmission of the COVID-19 virus. When you're out in public and potentially around others who are at greater risk of severe illness and death from COVID-19, the personal safety decisions you make aren't just limited to you — they impact those around you, too.
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What can businesses do?
As businesses are cleared to reopen, business owners and employees can join the City of Columbia's efforts to help patrons remain safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. A key part of the program is the Resilient Columbia Pledge, which businesses can sign to show their commitment to following guidelines.