Governor Cuomo says malls can open in our area, and other Phase 4 regions in the state, on Friday, as long as they have enhanced HVAC filtration systems.
Governor Cuomo says, ideally, the malls should have so-called MERV-13 filters. If a MERV-13 filter won't work with an existing mall ventilation system, MERV-12 or 11 filters will be acceptable.
Rochester Chamber of Commerce Head Bob Duffy says mall owner Wimorite -- which operates Eastview, Marketplace and the Mall at Greece Ridge -- already have the enhanced HVAC filtration system in place, and will be ready to open on Friday.