State Actions to Slow the Spread of COVID 19

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z. Non-essential —able to work remotely via telework (work from home) 3. Non-essential — unable to work remotely via telework or otherwise a. These employees could be re -assigned to work that could be done remotely, as long as it's in the employee's job description and classification For the next 15 calendar days, Gov. Ige is directing the departments to have all non-essential staff stay home. Essential workers will continue to report to work. All employees will continue to be paid and will still be eligible for sick leave, vacation and other benefits. Every employee should look to their respective department for detailed instructions. Gov. Ige has also banned all non-essential travel for state workers, including to the Neighbor Islands. In addition, the state is taking the following actions: • Temporarily closing State Libraries to public access to evaluate and adjust operations to maintain social distancing. There will be no fees for late returns and the Library online resources will still be available. • The Dept. of Land and Natural Resources is closing parks, offices with in- person access and large. • All events at the State Capitol, State Art Museum, and tours at Washington Place are suspended. • The Dept. of Commerce and Consumer Affairs has suspended all combat sports in Hawaii. • Cancelled events at Aloha Stadium and Hawai'i Convention Center for the next 30 days. "It is essential that our government operations and services continue during this time, but we must keep all of our employees and community safe and healthy. We expect more stringent actions in the days to come. These are difficult times, but Hawai'i has a history of coming together when faced with challenges. I'm confident that together we will rise to the task," said Gov. Ige.