The ordinance, which took effect immediately, requires face coverings to be worn in all public indoor places.
DULUTH – Residents and visitors must wear masks in public indoor places after the City Council became the latest in Minnesota to require face coverings in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19.
On Monday evening, Duluth council members voted unanimously in favor of the measure, which took effect immediately. The mandate will remain in effect until Gov. Tim Walz ends his local emergency declaration.
“I think it’s always our duty to put public safety and health as our top priority,” Council Member Arik Forsman said. “And that’s what this ordinance is about, quite frankly. But it’s also about protecting our economy.” Continue reading.