SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WKBW) — In an announcement in Syracuse on Monday, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced expanded capacity dates for gyms, offices, casinos and outdoor stadiums.
The following changes to capacity restrictions will apply outside of New York City starting May 15:
- Gym capacity increased from 33% to 50%
- Office capacity increased from 50% to 75%
- Casino capacity increased from 25% to 50%
In addition, outdoor venue capacity will increase from 20% to 33% on May 19.
Starting May 15, capacity can increase as follows:
— Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) April 26, 2021
🏢Offices from 50% to 75%
🏋️Gyms outside NYC from 33% to 50%
🎰Casinos & gaming facilities from 25% to 50%
On May 19, spectator capacity outdoors can increase from 20% to 33%.
The announcement comes on the same day Governor Cuomo announced the New York State Fair will go on in Syracuse this year. It was canceled last year due to the pandemic.
