JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The City of Jacksonville released a statement Friday stating that Mayor Lenny Curry is lifting the city's mask mandate which has been in place since June 2020. People who were indoors and unable to stay six feet apart were required to wear a mask.
Not anymore. City officials released the following state from Curry just before 5 p.m. Friday
"Since the start of the pandemic, the decisions I’ve made have been based on data. I’ve worked with hospital leadership, researchers, emergency management and more to make decisions that will help keep our community safe. At this time, based on current data, I have decided to lift the mask mandate that requires masks be worn indoors, in public spaces, where you could not be six feet apart. While I am lifting the City mandate, businesses can still require individuals to wear a mask. This action demonstrates that we are another step closer to getting back to normal, but we are not there yet. I encourage citizens to continue to take personal responsibility and make choices that they feel best protect themselves, their loved ones, and neighbors. Wear a mask when you can’t social distance, wash your hands frequently and, if you are eligible, I encourage you to get the vaccine." Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry