Plymouth Board Of Health Issues Downtown Mask Enforcement Order

PLYMOUTH, MA — The Plymouth Board of Health issued an emergency mask order directing strict enforcement of state face mask regulations in the downtown waterfront dining and shopping area of the town.

The mandate, which is in line with the statewide mandate requiring masks in all commercial businesses and public outdoor areas when social distancing cannot be maintained, is designed to promote a safe and inviting area for town businesses and residents.

"As we are aware the Plymouth Downtown dining/shopping and waterfront area is a magnet for residents and visitors," the order states. "This order is to provide a safer environment for our community, as well as to stimulate our businesses and economy. Providing a strong mandate for the proper use of masks shows that we as a community are serious about slowing down the spread of Covid-19 and protecting America's Hometown."

The order calls for the mandate to be "strictly enforced" in the designated area that includes:

Brewster Garden
Water St
Pilgrim Memorial Park
Nelson Park Ave
Town Wharf
North Park Ave
South Park Ave
Memorial Dr
Brewster St
North St
Middle St
Carver St
Leyden St
Main St Extension
Main St
Market St
Town Square
School St
Court St
South Russell St
Russell St

The order not not apply to those under 2 years old, those with a health condition that makes mask wearing prohibitive and those seated eating or drinking at a restaurant.

The order is set to stay in effect indefinitely during the health crisis.