Safer at Home Emergency OrderCITY OF MIAMI BEACH
SAFER AT HOME" EMERGENCY ORDER
Issued on March 23, 2020, at 3:00 p.m.)
EFFECTIVE MARCH 24, 2020, AT 12:01 A.M.
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2020, I, as City Manager of the City of Miami Beach,
promulgated an Emergency Order which, among other requirements, temporarily closed
certain City facilities and businesses located in the City, and imposed emergency
measures, including a general curfew throughout the City, effective 12:00 a.m. on March
24, 2020; and
WHEREAS, Miami-Dade County has issued various Emergency Orders
temporarily closing public and private facilities, including the temporary closure all non-
essential retail and commercial establishments within Miami-Dade County, and
identifying essential retail and commercial businesses which may remain open, subject
to any further restrictions as may be ordered by municipalities within their jurisdictions;
and
WHEREAS, City Code Section 26-33(a)(1) authorizes the City Manager, pursuant
to a lawfully declared state of emergency, to establish "curfews, including but not limited
to the prohibition of or restrictions on pedestrian and vehicular movement, standing and
parking, except for the provision of designated essential services such as fire, police and
hospital services, including the transportation of patients thereto, utility emergency
repairs, and emergency calls by physicians"; and
WHEREAS, numerous counties, municipalities and at least four states have
adopted versions of "stay at home" or "safer at home" orders designed to protect the
health and well-being of residents, to create social distancing and minimize contact in an
effort to limit community spread of COVID-19/novel Coronavirus.
THEREFORE, as City Manager for the City of Miami Beach, Florida, and pursuant
to the authority vested in me under Section 26-31 of the City of Miami Beach Code of
Laws and Ordinances (the "City Code"), as well as that certain City of Miami Beach
Declaration of State of Emergency, dated March 12, 2020, and effective through March
26, 2020, and in addition to the Emergency Measures I have previously ordered and
promulgated, I hereby ORDER and PROMULGATE the following additional emergency
measures, effective March 24, 2020 at 12:01 a.m. (the "Order"):
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1. Subject only to the exceptions outlined in Paragraph 4 below, all persons living within
the City of Miami Beach are hereby ordered to remain in their homes.
2. All public and private gatherings of any number of people occurring outside a residence
are prohibited, except as to those exempted activities described in this Paragraph and
Paragraph 4. This provision does not apply to gatherings within a single household or
living unit.
3. All travel, including, without limitation, travel on foot, bicycle, scooter, motorcycle,
automobile, or use of public transit is prohibited, subject to the exceptions in Paragraph
4.
4. Exceptions. Notwithstanding the "Safer at Home" directive herein, all residents and
visitors in the City may lawfully engage in the following activities:
a) Essential Retail and Commercial Activities. Residents and visitors may
engage in essential retail and commercial activities, including, without limitation, travel to
or from essential retail and commercial businesses, as defined in Miami-Dade County
Emergency Order 07-20 (a copy of which is attached hereto), as may be further amended
by Miami-Dade County and/or further amended by City's Emergency Orders. These
essential retail and commercial activities include grocery stores; convenience stores; food
distribution centers; restaurants (for take-out and delivery only, and subject to social
distance separation of at least 6 feet between patrons); hospitals, pharmacies, and health
care providers (including doctor's offices, rehab centers and urgent care centers); gas
stations and auto-repair facilities; banks; hardware stores; businesses that provide
postal/shipping services and other office products; laundry service providers; childcare
facilities providing services to groups of 10 or fewer (subject to limitations in County
Emergency Orders); certain professional services; home-based care for seniors, adults
or children; pet supply stores, veterinarian and pet boarding facilities; and offices in
support of essential retail and commercial activities.
b) Outdoor Recreational Activities. Residents and visitors may engage in
outdoor activity and recreation in areas not otherwise closed to the public pursuant to
Miami-Dade County Emergency Orders or the City's Emergency Orders, provided that
the individuals maintain a distance of at least six (6) feet between each other, including,
without limitation, walking, hiking, running, or cycling. Gymnasiums, fitness centers, and
swimming pools which are amenities of residential buildings may remain OPEN, provided
that property managers and condominium associations are encouraged to implement
their own social distancing measures, including closure of common areas if deemed
necessary.
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c) Religious Activities. Residents and visitors may travel to and from religious
institutions and places of worship, subject to the City's requirement that religious
institutions and places of worship reduce their occupancy to no more than 10 persons,
and maintain a distance separation of at least six feet, as set forth in City's Emergency
Orders, to promote social distancing.
d) Personal Support Activities. Residents and visitors may travel to and from
their homes to care for or support a friend, family member, or pet in another household.
e) Work in Support of Essential Activities. Residents and visitors in the City
may continue to perform work in support of essential activities (e.g., to perform work
providing essential products and services or to otherwise carry out activities specifically
permitted in this Order or any Order of a City, County, State or Federal governmental
entity). Travel by personnel of essential retail and commercial businesses shall be
permitted, including personnel providing essential services to residents within their
homes, such as repair services, appliance repair, sanitation and extermination,
landscaping and pool services, home care, or other essential services (as provided in
Miami-Dade County Emergency Orders, as amended), provided persons engaging in
these essential activities shall maintain reasonable social distancing practices.
f) Government Employees and Emergency Personnel. All first responders,
gang and crisis intervention workers, public health workers, emergency management
personnel, emergency dispatchers, law enforcement personnel and related contractors,
persons working for emergency services providers, and government employees
performing work in the course and scope of their employment are categorically exempt
from this Order.
g) Observance of Social Distancing Practices. As to all activities permitted
under this Order, residents and visitors shall adhere to social distancing practices, such
as maintaining a distance of at least six (6) feet away from others, washing hands with
soap and water for at least twenty seconds or using hand sanitizer, covering coughs or
sneezes (into the sleeve or elbow, not hands), regularly cleaning high-touch surfaces,
and not shaking hands. Residents and visitors are strongly encouraged to limit all of their
travel, except as absolutely necessary. Persons at high risk of severe illness from
COVID-19 and people who are sick are strongly encouraged to stay in their residence to
the extent possible, except as necessary to seek medical care.
5. Nothing herein shall limit or apply to any essential retail, commercial, governmental,
or other operation or activity permitted under any Miami-Dade County Emergency Order
or City of Miami Beach Emergency Order.
6. This Order is in addition to, and supplements, the City's Emergency Orders. All
requirements of City Emergency Orders, Miami-Dade County Emergency Orders, and
State of Florida Executive Orders shall be strictly adhered to at all times.
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THE EMERGENCY MEASURES THAT HAVE BEEN ORDERED AND
PROMULGATED ABOVE SHALL BE EFFECTIVE COMMENCING AT 12:01 A.M. ON
MARCH 24, 2020, AND SHALL BE EFFECTIVE THROUGH 11 :59 P.M. ON MARCH
26, 2020, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE MIAMI BEACH CITY COMMISSION BY
DULY ENACTED RESOLUTION IN REGULAR OR SPECIAL SESSION, OR BY THE
CITY MANAGER PURSUANT TO CITY RESOLUTION NO. 2020-31219.
Any violation of these emergency measure(s) shall subject the individual, operator,
business entity, or organization to arrest and criminal prosecution pursuant to Section
26-36 and Section 1-14 of the City Code.
CIT i OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA
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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY EMERGENCY ORDER 07-20
WHEREAS, Section 252.38(3)(a), Florida Statutes, gives political subdivisions the authority to
declare and enact a State of Local Emergency for a period of up to seven days, thereby waiving
the procedures and formalities otherwise required of the political subdivision by law; and
WHEREAS, on March 1, 2020, the Governor of Florida issued Executive Order Number 20-51,
directing the State Health Officer and Surgeon General to declare a Public Health Emergency due
to the discovery of COVID-19/novel Coronavirus in Florida; and
WHEREAS, on March 9, 2020, the Governor of Florida issued Executive Order Number 20-52,
declaring a State of Emergency for the state of Florida related to COVID-19/novel Coronavirus;
and
WHEREAS, on March 12, 2020, the County Mayor declared a State of Emergency for all of
Miami-Dade County; and
WHEREAS, COVID-19/novel Coronavirus poses a health risk to Miami-Dade County residents,
particularly elderly residents and those who are immunosuppressed or otherwise have high-risk
medical conditions; and
WHEREAS, minimization of contact is necessary to avoid risk of COVID-19 infection for the
residents of the County; and
WHEREAS,the Centers for Disease Control(CDC)has issued guidance entitled"15 Days to Slow
the Spread,"encouraging social distancing and maintaining a 6 foot separation between residents
to slow the spread of infection and that events with more than ten attendees either be cancelled or
held virtually; and
WHEREAS, the CDC guidelines are based upon the amount of community spread within a
community and become more stringent where there is minimal to moderate or substantial
community spread; and
WHEREAS, section 8B-7(2)(f) of the Code authorizes the County Mayor to order the closure of
any commercial establishment; and
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WHEREAS, sections 8B-7(2)(e) and (o) of the Code authorize the County Mayor to limit the
movement of persons inside Miami-Dade County in order to safeguard life and health,
THEREFORE, as County Mayor of Miami-Dade County,I hereby order:
1. All non-essential retail and commercial establishments are ordered closed.
2. Essential retail and commercial businesses, which may remain open,are:
a. Healthcare providers,including,but not limited to,hospitals,doctors' and dentists'
offices, urgent care centers, clinics, rehabilitation facilities, physical therapists, mental health
professionals,psychiatrists,therapists,and pharmacies;
b. Grocery stores, farmers' markets, farm and produce stands, supermarkets, food
banks, convenience stores,and other establishments engaged in the retail sale of canned food,dry
goods, fresh fruits and vegetables, pet supply, fresh meats, fish, and poultry, and any other
household consumer products (such as cleaning and personal care products). This authorization
includes stores that sell groceries and also sell other non-grocery products,and products necessary
to maintaining the safety, sanitation,and essential operations of residences;
c. Food cultivation, including farming, livestock,and fishing;
d. Businesses that provide food, shelter, social services, and other necessities of life
for economically disadvantaged or otherwise needy individuals;
e. Newspapers,television, radio,and other media services;
f.Gas stations and auto-supply,auto-repair,and related facilities;
g. Banks and related financial institutions;
h. Hardware stores;
i.Contractors and other tradesmen, appliance repair personnel, exterminators, and
other service providers who provide services that are necessary to maintaining the safety,
sanitation, and essential operation of residences and other structures;
j.Businesses providing mailing and shipping services, including post office boxes;
k. Private colleges, trade schools, and technical colleges, but only as needed to
facilitate online or distance learning;
1.Laundromats,dry cleaners,and laundry service providers;
m. Restaurants and other facilities that prepare and serve food, but subject to the
limitations and requirements of Emergency Order 3-20. Schools and other entities that typically
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provide free food services to students or members of the public may continue to do so on the
condition that the food is provided to students or members of the public on a pick-up and takeaway
basis only. Schools and other entities that provide food services under this exemption shall not
permit the food to be eaten at the site where it is provided, or at any other gathering site;
n. Businesses that supply office products needed for people to work from home;
o. Businesses that supply other essential businesses with the support or supplies
necessary to operate, and which do not interact with the general public;
p. Businesses that ship or deliver groceries, food, goods, or services directly to
residences;
q. Airlines, taxis, and other private transportation providers providing transportation
services via automobile, truck,bus,or train;
r.Home-based care for seniors,adults,or children;
s. Assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and adult day care centers, and senior
residential facilities;
t. Professional services, such as legal or accounting services, when necessary to
assist in compliance with legally mandated activities;
u. Landscape and pool care businesses, including residential landscape and pool care
services;
v. Childcare facilities providing services that enable employees exempted in this
Order to work as permitted. To the extent possible, childcare facilities should operate under the
following mandatory conditions:
1. Childcare must be carried out in stable groups of 10 or fewer(inclusive of
childcare providers for the group).
2. Children and child care providers shall not change from one group to another.
3. If more than one group of children is cared for at one facility,each group shall
be in a separate room. Groups shall not mix or interact with each other.
w. Businesses operating at any airport,seaport,or other government facility,including
parks and government offices;
x. Pet supply stores;
y. Logistics providers,including warehouses,trucking,consolidators,fumigators,and
handlers;
z. Telecommunications providers,including sales of computer or telecommunications
devices and the provision of home telecommunications;
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aa. Provision of propane or natural gas;
bb. Office space and administrative support necessary to perform any of the above-
listed activities;
cc. Open construction sites, irrespective of the type of building;
dd. Architectural, engineering,or land surveying services;
ee. Factories,manufacturing facilities,bottling plants,or other industrial uses;
ff. Waste management services, including collection and disposal of waste;and
gg. Any business that is interacting with customers solely through electronic or
telephonic means,and delivering products via mailing, shipping, or delivery services
3. This order does not affect or limit the operations of Miami-Dade County,any public utility,
any municipality, the Miami-Dade County School District, or any State or Federal office or
facility, except that such entities shall abide by the restrictions of any County, Municipal, State or
Federal emergency order, as applicable.
4. This order does not limit the number of persons who may be physically present performing
services at any location where an essential business is being conducted except as expressly setforthhereinorotherwisegovernedbyanyStateorFederalorderorregulation. Employers and
employees are urged, but are not required, to practice social distancing, such as keeping six feet
between persons and limiting group size to less than ten people.
5.This order does not limit the number of persons who may be physically present at any
religious service. Persons attending religious services are urged, but are not required, to practice
social distancing,such as keeping six feet between persons and limiting group size to less than ten
people.
6. The County Mayor may amend the provisions of paragraph 2,3,and 4 by written notice to
the County Clerk.
7. The provisions of this order shall serve as minimum standards. Municipalities may impose
more stringent standards within their jurisdictions.
8. This order shall expire upon the expiration of the existing Miami-Dade County State of
Local Emergency, except that if such State of Local Emergency is extended, this order shall also
be deemed to extend for the duration of such extension. This order may be cancelled earlier byactionoftheCountyMayor.
9. This order shall be effective as of 9:00 p.m., March 19,2020.
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9. This order shall be effective as of 9:00 p.m.,March 19, 2020.
10. This order shall be provided to all appropriate media consistent with the requirements of
section 8B-7(2)(n)of the Code of Miami-Dade County.
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MIAMI•( DE
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AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY EMERGENCY ORDER 07-20
WHEREAS,on March 19,2020,the County Mayor issued Emergency Order 07-20;and
WHEREAS, Emergency Order 07-20 directed the closure of all non-essential retail and
commercial establishments and included a list of essential businesses that may still operate; and
WHEREAS, Emergency Order 07-20 provided for amendment by filing written notice with the
clerk;and
WHEREAS, hotels, motels, other commercial lodging establishments, and temporary vacation
rentals provide essential business services during emergencies;and
WHEREAS,marinas and boat launches,docking,fueling,marine supply and other marina services
provide essential business services during emergencies, including access to living space, repair
services,and other vital needs;and
WHEREAS, additional retail and commercial establishments listed below provide essential
business services during emergencies,
THEREFORE,as County Mayor of Miami-Dade County,I hereby order:
1. Paragraph 2 of Emergency Order 07-20 is hereby amended and restated to clarify that
additional following essential businesses may remain open:
2. Essential retail and commercial businesses,which may remain open,are:
f. Gas stations; new and used automobile dealerships;<<and auto-supply, auto-repair,
and related facilities, provided however that such businesses should ensure that customers
practice the social distancing as advised by the CDC<<;
k. Private colleges, trade schools, and technical colleges, but only as needed to facilitate
online or distance learning >>and university, college, or technical college residence halls, to the
extent needed to accommodate students who cannot return to their homes<<;
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ff. Waste management services, including collection and disposal of waste; [[arid]]
gg. Any business that is interacting with customers solely through electronic or telephonic
means,and delivering products via mailing,shipping, or delivery services»;«
hh. Private and municipal marinas and boat launches, docking, fueling, marine supply
and other marina services;
ii. Hotels, motels, other commercial lodging establishments and temporary vacation
rentals. Notwithstanding the foregoing, restaurants, bars, and fitness center restrictions within
these establishments remain as stated in Emergency Order 03-20;
ii. Veterinarians and pet boarding facilities; and
kk. Mortuaries,funeral homes,and cemeteries.<<
2. The balance of Emergency Order 07-20 remains in full force and effect and is subject to
further amendment as set forth in Emergency Order 07-20.
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AMENDMENT NO.2 TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY EMERGENCY ORDER 07-20
WHEREAS,on March 19,2020,the County Mayor issued Emergency Order 07-20;and
WHEREAS, Emergency Order 07-20 directed the closure of all non-essential retail and
commercial establishments and included a list of essential businesses that may still operate; and
WHEREAS, Emergency Order 07-20 provided for amendment by filing written notice with the
clerk; and
WHEREAS, Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-71 which promulgated standards for
the sale of alcohol; and
WHEREAS, additional retail and commercial establishments listed below provide essential
business services during emergencies,
THEREFORE,as County Mayor of Miami-Dade County,I hereby order:
1. Paragraph 2 of Emergency Order 07-20 is hereby amended and restated to clarify that
additional following essential businesses may remain open:
2. Essential retail and commercial businesses,which may remain open,are:
hh.Private and municipal marinas and boat launches,docking,fueling,marine supply and
other marina services;
ii. Hotels, motels, other commercial lodging establishments and temporary vacation
rentals. Notwithstanding the foregoing, restaurants, bars, and fitness center restrictions within
these establishments remain as stated in Emergency Order 03-20;
jj. Veterinarians and pet boarding facilities; and
kk.Mortuaries,funeral homes,and cemeteries.
ll. The sale of alcoholic beverages is authorized consistent with Executive Order 20-71.
mm. Firearm and ammunition supply stores.
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nn. Businesses providing services to any local,state,or Federal government,including
municipalities,pursuant to a contract with such government.<<
2. The balance of Emergency Order 07-20 remains in full force and effect and is
subject to further amendment as set forth in Emergency Order 07-20.
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M IAM I-DAADE
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AMENDMENT NO.3 TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY EMERGENCY ORDER 07-20
WHEREAS, on March 19, 2020,the County Mayor issued Emergency Order 07-20; and
WHEREAS, Emergency Order 07-20 directed the closure of all non-essential retail and
commercial establishments and included a list of essential businesses that may still operate; and
WHEREAS, Emergency Order 07-20 provided for amendment by filing written notice with the
clerk; and
WHEREAS,Amendment No. 1 to Emergency Order 07-20 stated that marinas and boat launches,
docking,fueling,marine supply and other marina services provide essential business services; and
WHEREAS, large numbers of boaters congregated without observing social distancing and
promoted large parties, the occurrence of which would have increased the risk of spreading
COVID-19 throughout the community; and
WHEREAS, as a result it is necessary to further limit the use of marinas and boat launches,
docking, fueling, marine supply and other marina services; and
WHEREAS,Emergency Order 06-20 as amended from time to time contains detailed information
on the use of marinas, boat launches, docking, fueling, marine supply and other marina services
for the duration of the state of emergency,
THEREFORE, as County Mayor of Miami-Dade County, I hereby order:
1. Paragraph 2 of Emergency Order 07-20 as amended is hereby amended and restated to
clarify that additional following essential businesses may remain open:
2. Essential retail and commercial businesses, which may remain open, are:
hh. Marinas, boat launches, docking, fueling, marine supply and other marina services
only as set forth in Emergency Order 06-20 as amended from time to time.<<
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2. The balance of Emergency Order 07-20 as amended remains in full force and effect and is
subject to further amendment as set forth in Emergency Order 07-20.
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