Retail-to-go is the first phase in Gov. Greg Abbott’s decision to re-open Texas and its economy. On pen and paper, this plan sounds simple, but implementation and fear surrounding the coronavirus pandemic give retailers pause.

On April 24, non-essential retail businesses were given the green light to start selling their merchandise with certain restrictions. They can sell products if provided through delivery, mail or pick-up options. But businesses in Buda do not feel ready to take the lea...