In order to help ‘flatten the curve’ and reduce the potential spread of the COVID-19 virus, the RDCO has decided to suspend access to all play structures in regional and community parks.
Closure signs are being posted and as available and appropriate, and fencing will be installed around play equipment.
“The action is not taken lightly, especially since many parents are looking for opportunities to have their children outside and active,” said the RDCO.
The Province’s Chief Medical Health Officer issued clear directives that playgrounds are not suitable environments for social distancing and make it difficult to curb the spread of the virus.
In addition, the RDCO said that play structures and equipment are difficult to sanitize.
“The Regional District and health officials do encourage people to get outside, exercise and get some fresh air using social distancing practices: keeping two metres of space between themselves and others,” the district added.
The RDCO will continue to provide regular maintenance and operations for its 30 regional and 20 community parks.
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