Big day.
Wegmans issued me a cloth mask this morning, telling me it must be worn and must be washed between shifts.
In the afternoon, I was notified that the $2/hour hazard pay bonus has been extended through May. (The hourly increase previously was set for March and April.)
“While there’s light on the horizon, our new normal may be another month away,” the company said in an email to employees.
This evening, Wegmans issued an announcement to the media, saying, “To comply with the executive order of the governor, all customers must now wear a cloth face covering, such as a fabric mask, scarf or bandana, over their mouth while shopping at any of our New York State stores.”
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has ordered that face masks be worn in public spaces. The mandate takes effect at 8 tonight.
However…Wegmans continues to fall short on communication. The release sent to the media says New York customers must wear masks. The latest COVID-19 update on the company’s public website says: “We strongly encourage customers to wear a face covering while shopping in our stores in accordance with any local or state mandates.”
Waffling or lack of message control? More clarity would be welcome.