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          Now allowed:

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          Outdoor organized gatherings of 50 people and indoor organized gathers of 10 people with COVID safety plan in effect.

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          Gradual return to workplace.

          Indoor low intensity group exercise allowed with limited capacity, outdoor games and practices for both adults and youth group/team sports.

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