A return to normalcy begins in Indiana on Monday. But Governor Eric Holcomb has emphasized that the transition will be gradual. The governor’s office has developed a five-stage plan for getting Indiana back on track. Stage 2 begins Monday, May 4 with the final stage of complete reopening targeted for July 4. In between, various aspects of daily life will gradually open up. Here is a breakdown of the Back on Track Indiana Plan:
Stage 2: May 4-May 22
Restaurants 50% capacity
Bars/Entertainment Closed
Retail Shopping 50% capacity
Office Work Remote work recommended
Manufacturing/Construction Fully open
Travel Limited, but no essential travel ban
Religious Services Fully open May 8 with proper social distancing
Gyms Closed
Social Gatherings 25 people
Stage 3: May 23-June 12
Restaurants 75% capacity
Bars/Entertainment Closed
Retail Shopping 75% capacity
Office Work Remote work recommended
Social Gatherings 100 people
Stage 4: June 13-July 3
Restaurants 75% capacity
Bars/Entertainment 50% capacity
Social Gatherings 250 people
Stage 5: July 4
Everything fully open, with social distancing precautions
Three counties—Marian, Cass, and Lake—will begin Stage 2 a week later due to the severity of COVID-19 outbreaks there. Even when various activities open up completely, social distancing precautions should still be taken. Dates and particular guidelines are subject to change depending on the progress of slowing spread of the virus.
More information on the Back on Track Indiana Plan can be found at backontrack.in.gov.
