City of Dunwoody orders Shelter in Place for city residents.

This afternoon Mayor Lynn Deutsch initiated an executive order for the City of Dunwoody to Shelter in Place effective 12:01 a.m., Sunday, March 29, 2020.  Dunwoody City Council will next meet Monday at 5:30 pm

Mayor's Order

SECTION 5.               Shelter in Place; Essential Activities.

            5.1       Residents Ordered to Remain at Home or Place of Residence. All individuals currently living within the city limits of the City Dunwoody, Georgia (the “City”) shall remain at their place of residence. To the extent individuals are using shared or outdoor spaces, they must at all times as reasonably possible maintain social distancing of at least six feet from any other person when they are outside their residence; provided, however, the 6 foot restriction shall not apply between members of a household or living unit who are involved in joint activities.  All individuals may leave their residences only for:

Essential Activities

Essential Governmental Functions

Individuals experiencing homelessness are exempt from this Section, but are strongly urged to obtain shelter, and all entities are strongly urged to make such shelter available as soon as possible and to the maximum extent practicable (and to utilize Social Distancing Requirements in their operation).

            5.2       Essential Activities: For purposes of this Order, individuals may leave their residence only to perform any of the following “Essential Activities.” But people at high risk of severe illness from COVID-19 and people who are sick are urged to stay in their residence to the extent possible except as necessary to seek medical care.  In addition, individuals who have  tested positive for COVID-19, who are suspected to have COVID-19 based on symptoms and a known exposure to a person with COVID-19 or who have been in close contact with a  person with known or suspected COVID-19 are required by the  Georgia Department of Public Health to isolate or quarantine themselves at home.

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 5.2(a)   To engage in activities or perform tasks essential to their health and safety, or to the health and safety of their family or household members or partners or significant others (including, but not limited to, pets), such as, by way of example only and without limitation, obtaining medical supplies or medication, visiting a health care professional, or obtaining supplies they need to work from home.

            5.2(b)   To obtain necessary services, supplies or food for themselves and their family or household members, or to deliver those services or supplies to others, such as, by way of example only and without limitation, canned food, dry goods, fresh fruits and vegetables, pet supplies, fresh meats, fish, and poultry, and any other household consumer products, and products necessary to maintain the safety, sanitation, and essential operation of residences.

            5.2(c) To engage in outdoor activity, provided the individuals take steps to reduce in person contact and maintain a distance of 6 feet between individuals, such as, by way of example and without limitation, walking, hiking, running, or bicycling; provided, however, the 6 foot restriction shall not apply between members of a household or living unit who are involved in joint activities.

            5.2(d) To perform work providing products and services at any business allowed to remain open pursuant to the terms of Section 4 above, or the rules, regulations or laws of any other jurisdiction.

            5.2(e) To care for a family member or pet in another household.

            5.2(f) to engage in commerce with any business allowed to remain open pursuant to the term of Section 4 above, or the rules, regulations or laws of any other jurisdiction, subject to all laws, orders, rules and regulations of the federal, state or local governments and agencies.

            5.3       Essential Government Functions and Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers

            5.3       (a) For purposes of this Order, all first responders, emergency management personnel, emergency dispatchers, court personnel, law enforcement personnel, and Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers as defined by the Department of Homeland Security, and others who need to perform essential services are categorically exempt from this Order. Further, nothing in this Order shall prohibit any individual from performing or accessing “Essential Governmental Functions,” as determined by the governmental entity performing those function.

Q&A: Shelter in Place

• What does it mean to “shelter in place?”
  The term “shelter in place” means to stay in your home and not leave unless necessary.
• Should I stock up on food, necessities like toilet paper, and on medicines?No. You will continue to be able to purchase these items. Stores selling necessary items like grocery stores, pharmacies, and hardware stores will remain open. Please continue to buy normal quantities of these items on the same schedule you normally follow.
• Can I leave home to care for my elderly parents or friends who require assistance to care for themselves? Or a friend or family member who has disabilities?Yes. Be extremely cautious when providing care to vulnerable people and ensure that you protect them and yourself by following social distancing guidelines such as washing hands before and after, using hand sanitizer, maintaining at least 6 feet of distance when possible, and coughing or sneezing into a tissue.
• Can I leave home to visit friends or family members if there is no urgent need or I am not performing an essential activity?No. For your safety as well as their safety, we need to help each other fight the spread of COVID-19 by staying at home.
• Can I go to a restaurant, café, coffee or tea shop, ice cream shop, or other foodservice location?Yes, but only to pick up food. You cannot dine, eat, or drink in or around the facility.
• What if I need to get healthcare from my medical provider?You can still get your health needs addressed. Contact your health care provider to see if they are providing regular services. If you are feeling sick, please first call your doctor, a nurse hotline, or an urgent care center before visiting. Do not go to the emergency room of a hospital unless you are having an actual emergency.
• Can I get my prescriptions or other health care needs? Can I leave home to go to the pharmacy to get my prescription filled?Yes. Drug stores and other medical supply stores are allowed to remain open.
• Am I allowed to go to a park or on a hike?
  Yes. Be sure that you distance yourself at least six feet from others who are not part of your household.
• Can I walk my dog/pet?Yes. Be sure that you distance yourself at least six feet from others who are not part of your household.
• Can I still get my mail and deliveries?Yes. You will still be able to get mail and other deliveries at your home.
• Can I still order the things I need online and have them delivered to my residence?Yes. Businesses that deliver goods or services directly to residences are “essential businesses” that may continue to operate.
• Can I go out to do laundry or have my laundry done?Yes. Maintain social distancing.