Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered his daily update on California's response to coronavirus, including details on how certain areas can move further into Phase 2 of the state's framework for reopening. You can read highlights below or watch video of the governor delivering these updates above.
STARTING PHASE 2 & THE STATE OF CORONAVIRUS IN CALIFORNIA
The governor said he wanted to address the state of coronavirus in California, based on the latest science, data, and public health information.
The state is moving away from essential vs. non-essential workers, Newsom said, to looking within the lower risk sectors.
The state being in a stable range is what makes beginning to move into Phase 2 of reopening possible, California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly said. Phase 2 doesn't mean a return to normal, he added, saying that coronavirus is still spreading and that California is gradually reopening only where it can reduce the risk of contracting the disease.
Starting on Friday, the three areas that can start reopening are:
- Retailers with increased curbside pickup and delivery, encouraging physical distancing during pickup; the state is also encouraging them to install hands-free devices
- Manufacturers, who Ghaly said should close breakrooms, but add outdoor break areas with physically distanced seating
- Warehouses should look similar to those manufacturers, Ghaly said. They should also carry sanitation materials during deliveries, he added, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for each stop
These modifications affect 70% of the state's economy, Newsom said, but he noted that customers and workers may still not show up even as changes are made.
Checklists are being provided for businesses to put up showing what they're doing to let people feel safe. Newsom said that they are optional, but meant to help with customer confidence in the safety of shopping at those businesses.
As the state continues into Phase 2, it will start to open more industries, Ghaly said. Coming soon, but later, Ghaly said:
- Offices with physical distancing (but telework is still encouraged)
- Seated dining at restaurants, but with physical distancing
- Shopping malls, and not just being able to pick up things ordered online
- Outdoor museums
The state will also be putting out plans for different industries. All industries should do the following, Ghaly said:
- Perform a detailed risk assessment
- Train employees on limiting spread, how to screen for symptoms, and to stay home if sick
- Implement a site-specific protection plan, cleaning and disinfecting protocols, and physical distancing guidelines
HOW COUNTIES CAN GO FARTHER INTO PHASE 2
Full guidelines for ways counties can have their own variations with state guidelines will be released next Tuesday, May 12. It starts with phone conversations with the state Public Health department.
It may be possible for restaurants to reopen with modifications in some areas within the next week, Newsom said.
Counties can move further into Phase 2 when they attest they meet California Public Health criteria, Ghaly said.
The regional criteria includes:
Epidemiologic stability
- No more than 1 case per 10,000 people in the last 14 days
- No COVID-19 deaths in the past 14 days
Protection of Stage 1 essential workers
- Ability to support employees when sick or exposed
- Availability of disinfectant supplies and protective gear
Testing capacity
- Minimum daily testing of 1.5 per 1,000 residents
Containment capacity
- At least 15 contact tracers per 100,000 residents
- Ability to temporarily house at least 15% of county residents experiencing homelessness
Hospital capacity
- County or regional capacity to accommodate a minimum surge of 35%
- Hospital facilities msut have a robust plan to protect hospital workforce
Vulnerable populations
- Skilled nursing facilities must have moer than 14-day supply of PPE on hand for staff with ongoing procurement from non-state supply chains
Triggers for adjusting modifications
- Metrics that serve as triggers for either slowing the pace through phase 2 or tightening modifications
What counties are doing to make their counties safe will be posted publicly, Ghaly said.
$6 BILLION SURPLUS TO $54.3 BILLION DEFICIT
Newsom said that just 90 days ago, the state was projecting a $6 billion surplus. In its revised budget estimates released earlier today, the state projected a $54.3 billion deficit.
California had a larger shortfall in 2009, Newsom said, but added that the state is better positioned to face that now than it was at the time. Newsom said that his optimism is conditioned on more federal support for California and other states in need.
"These revenue shortfalls are bigger than even the state of California — we need the federal government to recognize this," Newsom said. "We really need the federal government to do more, and to help us through this moment."
The governor announced his gratitude for leaders from both parties, including the president, for the support they've provided to California so far. He noted the effect that coronavirus has also had on city and county budgets.
LATEST UNEMPLOYMENT NUMBERS
There have been 4.3 million Californians who've filed for unemployment since March 12, with $11.9 billion in unemployment claims processed since March 15, Newsom said. Those numbers will translate into the economy at large, he added.
LATEST CORONAVIRUS NUMBERS
There were declines in coronavirus hospitalizations and ICUs yesterday, as well as people under investigation for coronavirus, Newsom said. But there were 92 coronavirus deaths among Californians over the past 24 hours, he said, noting that deaths are a lagging indicator behind those other metrics.
PRO SPORTS
The question of what sports will look like remains difficult and fluid, Newsom said. The NFL is announcing its schedule today, but Newsom said that he doesn't see live crowds until we have immunity, and wonders about what to do when a player tests positive — which he sees as something that would likely happen.
WHY CERTAIN BUSINESSES ARE IN PHASE 3, NOT PHASE 2
The state is looking at risk, as well as higher vs. lower reward, when it comes to which businesses go into different phases. A nail salon is where community spread started in California, Newsom said, and nail salons aren't seen as being safe to open up until Phase 3.
Churches with people coming together from different communities into an enclosed space are why churches aren't in the current phase, Newsom said. But further accommodations in the faith space may come sooner, and he added that the state's plans aren't written in stone.
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