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Yankton City Commission Opts for Education Over a Face Mask Mandate

Yankton City Commission Opts for Education Over a Face Mask Mandate

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After an hour-long work session, Yankton City Commissioners voted six to three to pull a face mask resolution from their meeting agenda. The resolution gave commissioners face mask options from the current standard up to a mandate.

Commissioner Stephanie Moser says a mask mandate could be divisive..

Moser says she would favor an educational campaign….

Commissioner Jerry Webber says they need to take a longer view….

Representatives of the Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce told the commission they are working on the outlines of an active educational campaign and could have details in a few days.

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