Not only that, but from our experience in WDW, opening the parks will give people a sense of just what it takes to function in a world with COVID without spreading it. We got off the plane and immediately started looking for hand sanitizer stations and 6 ft markings on the ground, we were startled to see so many people walking around without masks, or with chin-strap masks. We did not even notice these things before our trip. It really got us in the right mindset because it all seemed so normal there. Not only could the parks be open with these measures in place, but EVERYTHING could be open! It seems like the Gov. is missing a golden opportunity by insisting they remain closed.Thank goodness someone finally said something! My gosh.
On the other hand, it seems pretty obvious that there have not actually been any "talks" happening around this topic as the governor has suggested. This article and the statement issued by this organization is VERY CLEARLY their attempt to make sure the public has some more transparency into where things stand.
Hopefully this will trigger a response from the governor's office addressing the why of it all. It's time to reopen theme parks or give a VERY COMPELLING reason why it's not yet the right time.
Thank goodness someone finally said something! My gosh.
On the other hand, it seems pretty obvious that there have not actually been any "talks" happening around this topic as the governor has suggested. This article and the statement issued by this organization is VERY CLEARLY their attempt to make sure the public has some more transparency into where things stand.
Hopefully this will trigger a response from the governor's office addressing the why of it all. It's time to reopen theme parks or give a VERY COMPELLING reason why it's not yet the right time.
I’m also really confused about the person from Disney (forgot his name lol) who is on Newsom’s reopening task force. You would think that would help but it hasn’t...
I think so!You mean Bob Iger? Former CEO?
I totally agree with you. I will admit that when Florida decided to go ahead and reopen theme parks amidst a spike in cases, I thought they were crazy. However, now I can see how it was a good decision, in hindsight. When your state's economy is SO dependent on tourism, it might seem like the best option is take a risk and roll the dice. It could have ended badly, but it didn't. In fact, it pretty much proved that DURING AN ACTIVE SPIKE IN CASES, when you put strict safety protocols in place, you can reopen businesses safely. Not only haven't there been outbreaks, but almost unanimously, people say that being at the theme parks feels safer than their local supermarkets. This is a testament to the lengths Disney and Universal have gone to ensure a safe experience for their guests.
It also proves that the "science and data" about masks, indoor spaces, personal hygiene, and social distancing are accurate.
Our governor should be grateful that Florida decided to be the Guinea pig in this situation, and he should be elated at the fact that opening theme parks doesn't mean certain doom. Our state needs the money from this industry and it seems shocking to me that they are still closed "indefinitely." What is the end game here, exactly? What more does he need the theme park companies to do to convince him it is safe?
I'm shocked about how low their cases are. My county has less than half of their population, yet double the cases. And most here are mask compliant.
Right, and the trends show Orange County in comparison appears to be doing better going back since earlier September.Well to be fair, most Mondays show low numbers. Let's keep an eye on what happens the rest of the week.