Meetings & Events

• Public Spaces: Reduced seating in public areas for optimal spacing.
• Seating capacities and floor plans will be reviewed on an event-by-event basis to ensure appropriate physical distancing matches the clients wishes and preferences

For group events and gatherings in meeting and event spaces:

• Shared equipment and meeting amenities will be sanitized before and after each use or ensure single-use if they are not able to be sanitized.
• All linens will be replaced after each use.
• Linen-less tables will be used whenever possible.
• Hand-sanitizer stations will be placed in multiple locations in accordance with CDC recommendations.
• Sanitation stations can be added inside the meeting rooms upon request.
• High-touch surfaces and common touch-point areas will be consistently sanitized with EPA-approved chemicals rated for emerging viral pathogens.
• All hard surfaces in meeting spaces will be sanitized, arms of chairs will be disinfected, and other detailed surfaces will be cleaned nightly.
• Signage will be posted outside of meetings and events reminding guests of appropriate physical distancing guidelines.

• Encourage physical distancing and controlled mingling during mealtimes.
• Staggered entrance and exit timing for events (i.e. enter and exit by batches of participants) and increase the number of entry and exit points into the event venue when possible.
• Excuse guests in intervals during breaks and/or meals to limit crowding in public space. We recommend 10 attendees at a time.
• Podiums and all A/V equipment in meeting rooms should be cleaned between sessions and after facilitator use.
• Setup breaks inside your meeting space or your breakout rooms++
• Consider contactless check-in using badge scanners.
• We discourage the use of pads and pens. These will be available upon request.

• Air purifiers are set in every meeting room.
• The HVAC system filters have been upgraded to Merv 13 rating. Merv 13 filters remove very fine particles from the air, as well as potential allergens like mold, pet dander, bacteria, even particles that carry viruses. The Merv 13 filter is up to 30 times more effective and lasts 3 times longer than ordinary fiberglass filters.
• To obtain outside air filtration in the upstairs meeting areas that do not have direct outdoor access, we have installed four economizers, which allows for outdoor air to be pushed through the filtration system

• Refillable water stations will be available in place of water carafes.
• Bottled water available upon request++.
• Coffee stations and break items will be set up with minimal touchpoints and include sanitation supplies.
• All plated and family-style meals will be available and served safely tableside.
• All food and beverage prepared for buffets will be procured, prepared, and distributed using the highest food safety standards.
• Food prepared for a buffet will be produced by trained food handlers who are screened each day prior to their working shifts.
• Traditional buffet and food setups may be replaced with multiple single sided stations.
• Buffet food stations will have sanitation supplies available before and after use. Buffet attendants are available upon request++
• Guests are encouraged not to reuse plates, utensils, or cups. Flatware will be provided in a rollup.
• To-go options are available in addition to meal service through our restaurant.