OLCC Finds Most Establishments Following COVID-19 Rules

The Oregon Liquor Control Commission found most of Oregon’s bars and restaurants were operating according to OLCC rules, following social distancing guidelines, and making sure staff and customers were wearing face coverings during the 4th of July holiday weekend.  However, inspectors encountered several problem locations along the central Oregon coast, some spots in southern Oregon, and the city of Bend.  OLCC inspectors visited 800 businesses across Oregon during the three-day period.  Inspectors found significant compliance with social distancing and face covering requirements at the bars and restaurants inspected in the Portland Metro area, the Salem region, Coos County, the North Oregon Coast and most of Eastern Oregon.  In some instances, inspectors provided licensees with on-the-site verbal instructions to improve compliance with the social distancing guidelines.  However, inspectors encountered several problem locations along the central Oregon coast, some spots in southern Oregon, and the city of Bend.  The OLCC is continuing its investigations of licensees found to be out-of-compliance and will take administrative action against licensees alleged to have violated state law or OLCC rules.  After investigators complete their reports about observed violations regarding social distancing requirements, the cases will be forwarded to Oregon OSHA for action.

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