LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak held a press conference on Tuesday to provide an update on Nevada’s COVID-19 response efforts and adjustments to current capacity limits on gatherings.
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Gov. Sisolak said he is allowing gathering limits to be moved up from 50 to 250 or 50% of a room's capacity beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Oct. 1.
#UPDATE: "New directive will increase limit on gatherings to 250 people." @GovSisolak
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These numbers include religious gatherings and a fraction of the building capacities at T-Mobile Arena, Allegiant Stadium, and the Thomas and Mack Center.
“This is an important step towards allowing more Nevadans to safely participate in social gatherings, including those facilitated by our faith-based communities,” Gov Sisolak said. “Additionally, this will allow Nevada to continue on the responsible path of economic reopening and recovery."
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The governor said conventions, conferences, and similar events can allow up to 1,000 people with strict protocols.
#UPDATE: "If a convention or conference wants to host more than 250 attendees, they can host up to 1,000 if requirements are met." @GovSisolak
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Live music can return, playground restrictions will be relaxed and realtors may resume in-person showings and open houses.
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Nevada's confirmed COVID-19 hospitalizations have been on a downward trajectory since Aug. 4 - 55 days, according to the governor. And he said he believes Nevada can come back stronger through the pandemic.
#UPDATE: "I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, if any state is going to come back stronger it’s going to be this one." @GovSisolak
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The governor's office says Tuesday was the first in a series of press conferences that will announce updates on the current statewide mitigation standards.
Gov. Sisolak said Las Vegas is a safe place amid recent reports of violence on the Strip. As he will also be speaking to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department this week.
#UPDATE: "Las Vegas is a safe place. I will be speaking with @Sheriff_LVMPD this week." @GovSisolak
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The governor is expected to release further details into the restart of youth sports in the coming days and all gatherings must continue to follow state restrictions.
"With this next step comes great responsibility for our residents, business owners, workers, and families. I’m confident Nevada will rise to this challenge to ensure we follow all mitigation measures and guidance to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and protect our economy," Gov. Sisolak said.
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The Clark County School District said it remains committed to following the guidance of state and local officials regarding COVID-19 safety procedures. And that it will analyze Tuesday's announcement by Gov. Sisloak to determine any impacts on operations along with an update on Oct. 8 at a board meeting.
Tuesday's press conference was held inside the Grant Sawyer State Office Building in Las Vegas.
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