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Milwaukee Considers A Move To Fine Biz $5,000
The state of the pandemic calls for additional action, according to Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic.
MILWAUKEE, WI— As the cases of coronavirus continue to increase, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic said additional measures should be made to stop it.
Her proposal was considered and approved by the Public Safety & Health Committee meeting Thursday. The move allows for bars and restaurants in violation of public health orders to receive an increased fine of up to $5,000.
The fine is currently $500, which some said isn't impactful.
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Additionally, she wants the city to increase compliance and enforcement checks at businesses.
"While many businesses in Milwaukee have submitted COVID-19 safety plans and are taking
proper precautions, even a small handful not enforcing mask mandates or other health orders is
unacceptable given the current state of affairs," she said.
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Enforcement was already increased last weekend.
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