A sign on ReAnimator Coffee shop’s window this afternoon. The popular Garden Court cafe closed in compliance with Kenney’s directive.

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney has called on all nonessential businesses to close for at least two weeks beginning today at 5 p.m.. Most retail stores will close through at least March 27.

The Philadelphia Inquirer is reporting that the city may invoke authority to close businesses or penalize those that remain open.

The city deems these businesses “essential”:

• Supermarkets and grocery stores 

• Big box stores

• Pharmacies

• Discount stores, mini-markets, and non-specialized food stores

• Daycare centers

• Hardware stores

• Gas stations

• Banks

• Post Offices

• Laundromats and dry cleaners

• Veterinary clinics for domestic pets and pet stores