FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WTVF) — Franklin Mayor Ken Moore has renews the city's “Stay at Home Order” following the city’s emergency declaration and Governor Bill Lee's "Safer-at-Home" order.

All nonessential businesses have been ordered closed for seven days beginning at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday. Click here to see a list of essential businesses.

The order also requires residents to stay home when possible and avoid gathering in groups of more than 10 people for nonessential purposes. The mayor’s office said the order could be renewed or modified.

“We want people to think of the health of others at this time and maintain physical distancing to stop the spread of COVID-19 and possibly save lives. The City is appreciative of Governor Lee’s Safer at Home Order issued March 30 and the City of Franklin’s order is consistent with the State’s directives. We continue to urge our citizens to follow the CDC guidelines and abide by the City of Franklin’s Stay at Home Order. We appreciate your patience as our community works through these unprecedented times together. We are focused on keeping the citizens of Franklin healthy and protected to the best of our ability,” said Mayor Moore.

Elderly residents, those with underlying health conditions and people who are sick were urged to stay home except to seek medical care.

The city will allow brick and mortar businesses to provide curbside services similar to restaurant.

Franklin City Hall hours will also be reduced to be open 8 a.m. through 1 p.m. Residents may still pay their bills online, or through a payment drop box outside of City Hall near the Second Avenue parking garage.