UPDATE # 20-28 COVID-19 Dorset Recreation Centre Update, Dorset Library Depot and Fall/Winter Events
For Immediate Release
Algonquin Highlands, Ontario
Friday, September 18, 2020
5:00 pm
Release #20-28
Subject: COVID 19 Update - Dorset Recreation Centre Update, Dorset Library Depot and Fall/Winter Events
The Township of Algonquin Highlands
The Algonquin Highlands Emergency Control Group continues to meet to continue its assessment of the rapidly-evolving COVID-19 pandemic situation and its potential effects on Algonquin Highlands.
NEW INFORMATION
1. Update on Dorset Recreation Centre
The Dorset Recreation Centre’s fitness related facilities remain closed until further notice. The Township continues to work to develop re-opening plans which will address the multitude of provincial guidelines for operating during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In order to open our facility safely and in accordance with provincial guidelines, building improvements related to health and safety of patrons and improved air circulation are required. Once the building improvements are completed, the Emergency Operations Group will once again assess the safety of staff, the public, and the status of the pandemic prior to reopening.
We understand the important role that recreation plays in people’s lives and look forward to welcoming everyone back to the centre when it is safe to do so.
2. Dorset Library Depot
The Dorset Library Depot – curbside pickup will commence on September 30. Please visit https://olco.ent.sirsidynix.net/client/en_US/haliburton/ for information on how to participate in the curbside pickup at the Dorset Library Depot.
3. Fall/Winter Recreation Events
The Township is pleased to offer the following fall and winter programs for 2020/2021:
- Autumn Display Contest – September 28 to October 12, 2020 (online)
- Halloween Walk (Dorset Lions Centennial Park) – October 24 - 31, 2020
- Decorate Dorset and Algonquin Highlands – Let’s Get Festive Contest – December 7 - 14, 2020 (online)
- Kids Online Fish Derby – February 13-15, 2021
- Snow Sculpture Contest – January 18 – February 15, 2021 (online)
For more information on these events and how to participate call 705-766-9033 or email [email protected]
REMINDERS:
1. FAQs: Find out how Township operations have been impacted by COVID-19 on our Frequently Asked Questions page https://www.algonquinhighlands.ca/covid-19.php.
2. Other Questions: If you cannot find the answer to your question on the Frequently Asked Questions page you may email your question to [email protected] or call 705-489-2379 ext. 369 and leave a message with your questions. Your email or phone call will be returned during normal business hours 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. If your phone call or email is an emergency, please call 911.
We thank the public for their understanding as we work toward keeping our community safe and healthy in this uncertain time.
Contact Information:
Jonathan Wilker
Fire Chief/CEMC
Township of Algonquin Highlands
(705) 489-2379 ext. 369
Algonquin Highlands, ON K0M 1J2
[email protected]
Dawn Newhook
Clerk/Emergency Information Officer
Township of Algonquin Highlands
(705 489-2379 ext, 369
[email protected]
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