Reopening Safely

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In Elizabeth City, the well-being of residents and visitors is our top priority. The City and local businesses are following proper reopening guidelines to ensure the health and safety of locals and visitors alike. 

Visit Elizabeth City encourages all businesses and patrons to take mutual responsibility for the public health and safety of others by taking the Count On Me NC Pledge. We’ve curated this page as a snapshot of what travelers can expect when visiting the Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County areas. Together, we can travel responsibly. 

As of October 2, North Carolina is in Phase 3 which mandates the use of face masks/coverings by staff and visitors when in public spaces.

For business partner information and resources, please go to our reopening guidelines.

 

Support Count On Me NC Businesses

The following businesses and organizations have taken the extra step to become Count On Me NC certified, meaning they’ve completed additional training on enhanced sanitation, “contactless” processes, and other public safety measures. 

Visit our local businesses page for a list of all open establishments and their contact information for the most up-to-date information.

 

Public Health & Safety Measures

Lodging

•    Requiring the use of face coverings for employees and guests when in public spaces
•    Implementing new, enhanced cleaning procedures
•    Posting signage and reminders about social distancing

Restaurants

•    Requiring the use of face coverings for employees and guests
•    Limiting occupancy to 50%
•    Increasing outdoor seating spaces
•    Continuing take-out and curbside services
•    Limiting and arranging tables to allow for social distancing

Retail

•    Requiring the use of face coverings for employees and guests
•    Limiting occupancy to 50%
•    Posting signage and reminders about social distancing
•    Frequent sanitation of high-traffic areas
•    Implementing “one way” signage for entries and exits

What Can I Do?

You can travel responsibly by practicing the 3 Ws: Wear, Wash, Wait

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