UPDATE # 20-25 COVID-19 Recreation Facilities
For Immediate Release
Algonquin Highlands, Ontario
Friday, July 31, 2020
11:00 am
Release #20-25
Subject: COVID 19 Update - Recreation Facilities
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.
Updates include information on Recreation Facilities and the Dorset Tower
NEW INFORMATION
1. Recreation Facilities
Upon review and discussion of a comprehensive re-opening proposal regarding Township recreational related facilities, it has been determined that all recreation facilities will remain closed until further notice.
The factors contributing to this decision include staffing, logistics, resources and most importantly, the safety of employees and the public in keeping with public health recommendations.
All existing restrictions remain in place
This will affect the following areas/facilities:
- Dorset Recreation Centre
- Stanhope Firefighters Community Hall
- Oxtongue Lake Community Centre
2. Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower
The Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower will remain closed for the 2020 season.
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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