Now that Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has eliminated the stay at home order and given the green light to the state’s restaurants and bars for reopening on Monday, the industry is responding.
The Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association President & CEO Justin Winslow, issued the following statement:
“Michigan’s beleaguered hospitality industry welcomes Governor Whitmer’s announcement today to reopen restaurants statewide. Our northern Michigan restaurants set a tremendous example for the rest of the state that this industry is capable of operating in challenging times while ensuring the safety of guests and workers alike. While today is an important milestone for the restaurant industry, this is just the beginning of our important work of keeping restaurants open, helping them survive so that one day soon they may thrive. The MRLA will be here to help them every step of the way.”
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) is the recognized leader of Michigan’s hospitality industry, providing essential services to the foodservice and lodging community. Founded in 1921 as the Michigan Restaurant Association and now known as the MRLA, the Association represents over 5,000 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan’s economy, employing more than 595,000 people and creating nearly $40 billion in annual sales. For more information, you can visit online at www.mrla.org and www.detroitrla.org.
