In downtown Saratoga, Harvey’s Irish Pub Owner Matthew Bagely says he is complying with the new rule by selling Cuomo potato chips to customers who don’t want a full meal, 360aproko reported.
“I mean why not, they’re his chips, they’re his rule so he might as well get some recognition and acknowledgment for another little hurdle we have to jump through as business owners,” Bagely told the station, referring to the governor.
A photo of a tab shows a bag of Cuomo Chips will set you back one dollar plus sales tax–a portion of which goes to New York State coffers.
Cuomo senior adviser Rich Azzopardi said Friday that the Harvey’s chips don’t violate the governor’s food-requirement rule, according to the 360aproko news.
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“It’s consistent with the guidance — but you have to be seated,” Azzopardi said.
Begley clarified Friday that he has been in compliance with the coronavirus restrictions on food and alcohol and wasn’t trying to make a political statement.
Begley has another worry besides the pandemic that is going to impact business.
Saratoga is the summer place to be in New York for horse racing but due to the pandemic this year the meet opened Thursday without fans being permitted to attend the races.
