NYC Retailers Mixed on Vaccine Mandate Expansion to Private Sector

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is getting tougher on vaccines. The mayor appeared on MSNBC on Monday morning to announce new measures requiring all private-sector workers in the city to be full vaccinated. The mandate, which will take effect on Dec. 27, will apply to roughly 184,000 businesses, according to the mayor. The mandate also includes proof of vaccination for indoor dining, fitness, and entertainment for children ages 5 to 11 starting Dec. 14. This same age group will also be required to get vaccinated to participate in high-risk extracurricular activities including sports, band, orchestra, and dance. This requirement for the initial vaccine dose will also take effect on Dec. 14. De Blasio also noted that all New Yorkers aged 12 and older will need to show proof of two vaccine doses, up from just one, except for those who have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. The mayor leaves office at the end of the month, so, it’s unclear if this measure will be implemented and upheld by incoming mayor, Eric Adams. Reactions from local retailers have been mixed. Lester Wasserman, owner of Tip Top Shoes, told FN on a phone call that he is concerned about this new mandate.

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