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Collier County Commission Approves Face Mask Mandate During an emergency meeting,  Tuesday, July 21, Collier County  Commissioners passed a mandatory  mask ordinance that takes effect  immediately. They voted in favor  of an ordinance requiring people to  wear face coverings in businesses,  nonprofits and in most other public  buildings in unincorporated portions  of Collier County to curb the spread  of coronavirus. It doesn't apply to the  city of Naples and Marco Island unless  they opt in. Some exemptions to the order include: >Business owners, managers, and employees  who are in an area of a business establishment  that is not open to customers, patrons or the public,  provided that 6 feet of distance exists between employees.  This exception does not apply to employees who are  present in the kitchen or other food and beverages  preparation area of a restaurant or food establishment. >Children nine years of age and younger. >Anyone who has one or more medical conditions or  disabilities that prevent wearing a face covering. READ THE EXECUTIVE ORDER HERE