California is fully reopening the economy on June 15, 2021. As of June 15, capacity and distancing restrictions will be lifted for most businesses and activities.
Beyond the Blueprint for Industry and Business Sectors – Effective June 15, 2021
Beyond the Blueprint Frequently Asked Questions
For more information, visit covid19.ca.gov
Employers are subject to the Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS), if applicable to them.
In California, there is nothing in the law prohibiting a business from requesting proof of vaccination in order for a patron to enter or receive services. The County has no jurisdiction over such individual business decisions implemented by a private business to protect the safety of employees and customers. This is in contrast to the prohibitions and requirements put into place on businesses under the State and Local Health Emergency Orders, Public Health Orders, the State’s related Blueprint for a Safer Economy tier system and Industry Guidance regarding COVID-19. Those orders and the requirements/prohibitions put on businesses are enforceable by the County per several state laws, including but not limited to Government Code section 8665 and Health and Safety Code sections 10129 and 120295.
County of Ventura does not require vaccines and there is no vaccine passport requirement. The County does not intend to issue a vaccine passport requirement. While we encourage everyone to get vaccinated for individual and community protection against serious complications from COVID-19 infection, vaccination is an individual choice.
COVID-19 vaccines teach our cells how to make a protein that triggers an immune response inside our bodies. Our immune systems recognize that the protein doesn’t belong there and begin building an immune response and making antibodies. It typically takes 2 weeks after receiving all recommended doses of a COVID-19 vaccine for the body to build immunity against the virus that causes COVID-19. Learn more about the benefits of getting vaccinated.
No, none of the vaccines contain the live virus that causes COVID-19 so receiving the COVID-19 vaccine cannot make you sick with COVID-19. However, you may experience some mild side effects from the vaccine, which are normal signs that your body is building protection.
Continue to take all precautions recommended for unvaccinated people, including wearing a well-fitted face covering and staying 6 feet from others in public. Talk to your healthcare provider about which COVID-19 vaccine is right for you.
Get vaccinated yourself. Anyone 12 years or older are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. COVID-19 vaccines reduce the risk of people getting and spreading COVID-19. If your child is 2 years and older, make sure that your child wears a face covering in public settings and takes other actions to protect themselves, such as washing their hands often. If your child is younger than 2 years or cannot wear a face covering, limit visits with people who are not vaccinated or whose vaccination status is unknown. It is also recommended to keep a distance between your child and other people in public settings.
Global clinical trials are now underway in children as young as two months old. Once more information is available, the CDC will make their vaccine recommendations for children younger than 12.
Getting a COVID-19 vaccine builds immunity against the infection and can reduce the severity of the COVID-19 illness. COVID-19 has caused very serious illness and death for a lot of people around the world. By getting vaccinated, you are not only protecting yourself but also your loved ones and others who may have a weaker immune system.
COVID-19 vaccines are very effective. However, a small percentage of people who are fully vaccinated may still get the infection if they are exposed to the COVID-19 virus. These are called “vaccine breakthrough cases”. However, fully vaccinated people are much less likely to get severely sick than those who are unvaccinated. Scientists continue to monitor and evaluate how often this occurs, how severe their illness is, and how likely a vaccinated person is to spread COVID-19 to others.
Medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen may be taken for the treatment of side effects AFTER getting the vaccine. However, taking these medications prior to your vaccination just to prevent side effects is not recommended by the CDC.
COVID-19 vaccines were developed using science that has been around for decades. They went through all the required stages of clinical trials. Extensive testing and monitoring have shown that these vaccines are safe and effective.
The need for and timing of COVID-19 booster doses have not been established. No additional doses are recommended at this time.
Viruses constantly change through mutation. Delta variant has a shorter incubation period than other strains. This means that the person becomes infectious sooner and makes the contact tracing harder. As expected, multiple variants of COVID-19 have been documented in the United States and globally throughout this pandemic. The Delta variant is currently classified as a “variant of concern” in the United States.
The symptoms of the Delta variant are the same as the original version of COVID-19. Infected people have had a wide range of symptoms ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Evidence continues to show that vaccines help reduce the severity of symptoms and the rate of hospitalizations. Symptoms may appear 2-4 days after exposure to the virus. Symptoms may include cough, fever, chills, shortness of breath, or new loss of taste or smell. For a full list of possible symptoms, visit the CDC website.
There is no special COVID test for the Delta variant. Most COVID-19 tests can be sequenced for the Delta variant. However, not all labs sequence all COVID-19 tests. Talk to your healthcare provider if you think you are a candidate for the variant testing. Your healthcare provider may request the lab to sequence your COVID-19 specimen.
COVID-19 vaccines provide excellent protection from serious disease, even for the Delta variant.
Masks are required indoors in public spaces for everyone regardless of vaccination status. View the order of the Ventura County Public Health Officer of October 18, 2021. Masks are also required for everyone in public places like hospitals, schools, and public transit. For more information on guidance for the use of masks, visit the California Department of Public Health website.
The following individuals are exempt from wearing masks at all times:
Testing is currently recommended if you have COVID-19 symptoms, have been in close contact with someone with COVID-19 within the last 14 days, or are part of an outbreak investigation.
Register online or by calling 1-888-634-1123. There is no fee for testing at the State operated site, but the State may bill a resident’s insurance for testing.
There is currently no evidence that any vaccines, including COVID-19 vaccines, cause female or male fertility problems. If you are trying to become pregnant now or planning in the future, it is safe to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Scientists are continuously evaluating any side effects of the vaccine and will advise the public with the latest evidence-based recommendations.
Yes, if you are pregnant, you can receive a COVID-19 vaccine. If you have questions or concerns about getting vaccinated while you are pregnant, talk to your healthcare provider. Based on how these vaccines work in the body, COVID-19 vaccines are not a risk to lactating people or their breastfed babies. Therefore, breastfeeding people can receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more about vaccination considerations for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
CDPH and the CDC recommend delaying travel until persons are fully vaccinated, because travel increases the chance of getting and spreading COVID-19.
View the California Department of Public Health Travel Advisory.
For recommendations on how to protect your family members and loved ones, please visit:
Review the most recent health orders here.
Yes. Click here to find more information.
Bowling alleys can follow the Fitness Center Guidance to the extent that they are providing organized recreational opportunities as outlined in Outdoor and Indoor Youth and Recreational Adult Sports which is 10% maximum occupancy.
Opening to the general public at 25% occupancy may occur in the Orange Tier under Family Entertainment.
If all guests are tested or show proof of full vaccination, 50% capacity is allowed.
All businesses need to file for reopening at vcreopens.com.
Indoor pools may open at 25% capacity with modifications.
Recommended guidance for residential pools and non-residential pools
Yes, bingo operators can provide bingo outdoors or indoor limited to 25% capacity in the Orange Tier.
Places of worship can offer services indoors following the industry guidance with modifications. Indoor activities must be limited to the State's interim capacity of 50% in the Orange Tier.
Yes, garage sales can take place. . Maintain mask and social distancing safe practices.
Yes, pet grooming is allowed and must follow the Limited Services guidance.
Drive thru events, including parades, are discouraged as it takes individuals away from their home and may result in mixing with others outside their household.
These are allowed under the current state guidelines for gatherings.
Scouts and groups like 4H for kids are permitted under the cohorting guidance. The guidance applies to youth programs and recreational programs for kids. View the guidance here.
Open air markets are allowed if the main activity of the market is to allow people to shop in an outdoor environment for goods and/or food. No events/gatherings, live music, entertainment, or other activities that encourage lingering or gathering of people are allowed. Outdoor shopping operators must meet local permitting requirements and follow the guidance for Shopping Centers.
Karaoke can resume with the following modifications:
Yes, RV parks may be open with modifications.
Live music is allowed outdoors with the following modifications:
Yes, tanning salons must follow the state guidance for Limited Services.
Persons seeking signatures on voter initiatives or referenda, those campaigning for elected office and their campaign workers may engage with resident’s door-to-door, but must wear a mask, should maintain a 6-foot distance from residents whenever possible and should disinfect equipment, pens, clipboard, touch pads, shared materials and/or mobile terminals after each interaction.
All other solicitors can leave materials such as doorhangers or flyers at the doorstep, but cannot ring the doorbell, knock on the door or otherwise attempt to engage with residents.
The Regional Stay Home Order instructs Californians to stay at home unless it is for an essential matter. Food distribution events are an essential facet of ensuring a food supply to families and individuals suffering from financial and/or food insecurity. To the extent possible, vehicles should contain a single household, and all drive in participants should be masked and follow appropriate physical distancing.
Business guidance and restrictions are listed at our www.VCreopens.org webpage.
Yes. Because cannabis may be used for medicinal purposes, cannabis stores qualify as a “Healthcare Operation” under the broad definition of that term in the current health officer order and therefore are allowed to continue to operate, subject to the restrictions generally applicable to all Essential Businesses under the current health officer order and all otherwise applicable laws.
Yes.
Open indoors with 50% max occupancy or 200 people, whichever is fewer.
Open indoors with 50% max occupancy.
Yes, swap meets can be open.
Yes. Wineries, distilleries and breweries can open indoors with 25% max occupancy or 100 people, whichever is fewer; only members of same household may share a table.
Yes, open indoors with 25% max occupancy.
Yes, they can. A partition, between the golf cart riders, is recommended but not required.
Grocery stores, farmers markets and other food retailers may operate at 100% of capacity.
Gyms, fitness facilities, martial arts studios, yoga studios, pilates studios, dance studios, and similar facilities are allowed to operate. Please refer to the Gym and Fitness Center Guidance for Tier restrictions such as capacity, indoor or outdoor use, and equipment modifications.
NOTE: One-on-one personal fitness training can follow the guidance for Limited Services.
Outdoor and indoor professional photography is permitted. Professional photography must adhere to social distancing protocols. Commercial photo shoots must obtain a permit by the local permitting agency, such as a city. Commercial photo shoots fall under the guidelines for “Music, Film, and Television,” and must meet additional requirements which can be viewed at www.venturacountyfilm.com.
To report a business operating in violation of this order, you may call the COVID Business Compliance line at 805-202-1805 or email CovidCompliance@ventura.org.
Non accredited art schools that perform after school youth and adult programs can operate under the Day Camps and Cohorts guidance. The business must register to be open at www.VCreopens.com.
Currently (Tier 1), post-secondary art schools must remain closed for indoor lectures and student gatherings. Some courses conducted in certain indoor settings, like labs and studio arts, may be open. Post-secondary art schools must follow the state guidance for Higher Education and register to be open at www.VCreopens.com under the Educational Services category.
For businesses that have assemblies, classrooms, dining, drinking, or similar purposes of 50 or more, they should have the total occupant load sign posted inside the business. If a business does not have a sign posted, they need to call their fire department jurisdiction for information.
For all businesses in the unincorporated areas of Ventura County and the cities of Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Ojai, Santa Paula, Moorpark, Port Hueneme
Temporary outdoor structures must be approved by the local permitting authority. Click here to see what is allowed for compliant outdoor seating.
To reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, productions, cast, crew and other industry workers should abide by safety protocols agreed by labor and management, which may be further enhanced by county public health officers. Back office staff and management should follow the guidance for office workspaces: https://files.covid19.ca.gov/pdf/guidance-office-workspaces--en.pdf. More information can be found at https://www.venturacountyfilm.com/permit/.
Yes, salons and barbershops may operate indoors in all tiers.
Yes, these businesses can operate indoors with modifications.
Yes, massage services are allowed indoors with modifications.>
Yes, these businesses can operate indoors with modifications.
Yes, hair salons can operate indoors with modifications.
Yes, nail salons can operate indoors with modifications.
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