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Governor Cuomo Announces Bowling Alleys
Can Reopen at 50 Percent Capacity Starting Monday

August 14, 2020   03:00 p.m.
    Press Release from Governor Cuomo's Office:

    Governor Cuomo Announces Bowling Alleys Can Reopen at 50 Percent
    Capacity Starting Monday

    Low-Risk Indoor Cultural Activities, Including Museums, Aquariums and Other
    Cultural Arts in New York City Will Be Permitted to Reopen Starting Monday,
    August 24

    Face Coverings, Social Distancing and Other Safety Protocols Required at All
    Times

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced bowling alleys throughout New
    York will be allowed to reopen starting Monday with strict safety protocols in
    place. Bowling alleys will be able to operate at a 50 percent maximum occupancy
    limit; face coverings and social distancing will be required at all times; every
    other lane must be closed; patrons need to stay with the party at their assigned
    lane; thorough cleaning and disinfection of shared or rented equipment between
    each use will be required; and all food service must follow all state-issued
    guidance. Due to restrictions on indoor dining, food and beverage service will not
    be allowed in New York City bowling alleys.

    The Governor also announced that New York City museums and other low-risk
    cultural institutions can reopen starting Monday, August 24. The institutions
    include museums, aquariums, and other low-risk indoor cultural arts. All
    institutions that reopen will be subject to state guidance. These institutions must
    obey strict safety protocols, including a 25 percent maximum occupancy limit,
    timed ticketing required with pre-set, staggered entry, strict enforcement of face
    coverings, social distancing, controlled traffic flow to avoid crowding, and
    enhanced cleaning and disinfection protocols.

    "New York City's world-class cultural institutions have long provided comfort and
    creativity for generations of people in one of the world's most vibrant places, and
    when the COVID-19 pandemic began to threaten the city and this nation, it was
    especially heartbreaking to see them close their doors," Governor Cuomo said.
    "This pandemic is far from over, but we've determined that institutions can
    reopen if they adhere to strict state guidance and take every precaution to keep
    visitors safe, and I look forward to seeing them inspire New Yorkers once again.
    I'm also happy to report that we will be able to open bowling alleys across the
    state with strict safety protocols in place, providing a level of fun and recreation
    at a time when New Yorkers really need it."