A young child shows off her technique at a local playground. (File photo/paNOW staff)

By paNOW Staff

public safety

City asks public to follow COVID-19 protocols at playgrounds

Apr 12, 2021 | 5:00 PM

The latest cold snap may have put a dent in plans for an excursion to a local play park but the city has put out a reminder for those brave enough to tackle the swings and slides: keep your distance and don’t form a crowd.

And, it says if people don’t follow the COVID-19 protocols, outdoor parks could be shut down.

In a media release the City of Prince Albert asked visitors to playgrounds, parks and outdoor facilities to respect the COVID-19 restrictions in place. The city said warmer weather last week had resulted in crowds gathering above the 10-person limit.

“We all need to be part of the solution,” Mayor Greg Dionne said. “There are rules in place to protect everyone from the spread. If you arrive at a park and there are more than 10 people, keep your distance or find another place to go.”

Currently, public and private outdoor gatherings are permitted up to 10 persons. People in attendance must ensure that physical distancing of at least two metres between households is maintained.

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“I understand that the vaccine is on its way, but the majority of us are not protected yet,” Dionne said in the media release. “The variant is more aggressive and more contagious. We can’t let our guard down now. We need to protect ourselves, our families and our communities and respect the rules that are in place.”

The city said signage that was removed for the winter season will be going up soon and police members will be taking action as needed when they are called to respond. If necessary, the City will consider the closure of outdoor parks and spaces.

More information on the City’s COVID response can be found here.

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