The Daily Record’s online poll from May 1-22 asked readers if they planned on visiting any reopened businesses during the first phase of reopening businesses in Texas.
San Marcos businesses expanded operations after Gov. Greg Abbott released plans for the first phase of reopening businesses on April 27, when the new Executive Order (GA 18) outlined plans to cautiously reopen Texas businesses while prioritizing COVID-19 safety restrictions. The governor’s order allowed reopening but did not require it; local businesses could make the choice for themselves if they felt comfortable to reopen and if they could meet the parameters.
On Friday, May 1, businesses including restaurants, retail shops, movie theaters, malls, museums, libraries and single-person offices were allowed to reopen in Texas, but with a limited capacity of 25%.
