Businesses, Others Retain Right To Require Masks As Oklahoma City Mask Ordinance Expires On April 30

Press release from the City of Oklahoma City:

April 26, 2021

There will still be places in Oklahoma City where masks are required even after the mask ordinance expires on April 30.

The ordinance expires at 12 a.m. Friday, with no proposed extension on Tuesday’s City Council meeting agenda.

But, like longstanding “no shirt, no shoes: no service” rights, everyone in Oklahoma City may require mask use on their own property. That includes all businesses, public and private organizations, property owners and leaseholders.

“We’re just reminding everyone that they still need to wear a mask in places where they’re required, or choose to go somewhere else,” said City Manager Craig Freeman. “There will be places to shop and gather that require masks, and places that don’t. We’re hopefully on the exit ramp for this pandemic. It’s more important than ever to show each other respect and grace as we navigate the spring and summer.”

Public health officials still recommend wearing masks in situations where it’s difficult to stay 6 feet apart from people outside your household.

People who are lawfully asked to leave private or public spaces, but refuse, are subject to citation and arrest for trespassing. Call 911 to report it to the Police Department.

Everyone age 16+ is eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. Appointments are available across the metro and state:

• vaxokc.com
• vaccinate.oklahoma.gov
• Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Sam's Club and other pharmacies.
• IMMY Labs
• vaccinefinder.org (affiliated with the CDC)
• Tribal vaccination sites and other locations.
• Call 2-1-1 if you need help getting an appointment.

Visit covid19.okc.gov for the latest on the coronavirus in Oklahoma City.

This press release was produced by the City of Oklahoma City. The views expressed here are the author’s own.