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Yankton City Commission Passes “Safer at Home” Advisory

Yankton City Commission Passes “Safer at Home” Advisory

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The Yankton City Commission passed a “Safer at Home” advisory this week.
The advisory was developed by the city Board of Health and asks residents to remain at home as much as possible and avoid unnecessary trips to help slow the spread of the coronavirus.

There was considerable debate and Commissioner Bridget Benson says it may cause confusion….

Doctor Mary Milroy, a member of the Board of Health, says they saw it as an educational move…

Mayor Nathan Johnson says he hopes the city doesn’t have to move to more restrictive measures….

The measure passed on a six to three vote.

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