CITY REOPENING SOME FACILITIES EFFECTIVE MAY 1 AND MAY 4, 2020
Spanish Fork, UT — In response to Governor Herbert’s Executive Order, which moved the Utah COVID-19 Public Health Risk Status from Red (High Risk) to Orange (Moderate Risk), Spanish Fork City is making the following changes to City facilities, effective May 1 and May 4 respectively:
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Facility |
Status |
Details |
Effective Date |
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Pickleball & Tennis Courts |
Open |
Social distancing requirements as directed |
Friday, May 1, 2020 |
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Skate Park |
Open |
Social distancing requirements as directed |
Friday, May 1, 2020 |
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City Buildings (e.g., City Offices, Public Safety Building, Parks & Recreation Office) |
Open |
Social distancing requirements as directed |
Monday, May 4, 2020 |
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The Oaks Golf Course |
Open |
Driving range, practice green, and clubhouse will reopen No cart restrictions Cafe’ open (pick-up orders only; no dine-in) |
Monday, May 4, 2020 |
|
Library |
Open (with modified access and hours) |
Modified hours: Monday-Friday, 2-4 p.m. Children’s area (basement) closed to the public Access limited to 2 people per family Limit to 30 patrons in the building Indoor programs still cancelled Patrons will be required to use hand sanitizer upon entering the building. Gloves available upon request. Social distancing requirements as directed No computers for public use |
Monday, May 4, 2020 |
The Gun Club, which reopened to the public on Tuesday, April 28, will continue to operate with existing restrictions, which are listed at spanishfork.org/covid19.
In preparation for reopening facilities, we have implemented measures to help protect our staff and the public, including:
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Installing hand sanitizer dispensers throughout city buildings;
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Regular cleaning of high-touch areas in city buildings;
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Installing protective equipment, including plexiglass barriers, in areas with frequent staff and public interactions; and
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Making face coverings available to staff who have frequent interactions with the public.
We ask residents to follow social-distancing and hygiene practices, especially when coming to a public facility:
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Stay home if you feel sick
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Maintain 6-feet distance between individuals
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Clean hands often (with soap and water or hand sanitizer)
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Cover coughs and sneezes
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Wear a face covering
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
We are committed to keeping facilities open as long as patrons follow hygiene and social-distancing requirements. More information and updates regarding our response to COVID-19 is available at spanishfork.org/covid19.
Facility Closures
Recreation Programming
Recreation programs are routinely evaluated. Future updates will be posted at spanishfork.org/covid19. A list of other events and their status is available at spanishfork.org/calendar.
Other Sources
For more information regarding COVID-19, we recommend residents refer to reliable sources, including the following:
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State of Utah Coronavirus Taskforce: coronavirus.utah.gov
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Centers for Disease Control (CDC): coronavirus.gov
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Utah County Health Department: health.utahcounty.gov
ABOUT SPANISH FORK CITY
Located in southern Utah County, Spanish Fork is the fourth largest city in the county, with over 40,000 residents. Spanish Fork strives to maintain a high quality of life for working, recreating, and living, all while preserving the community’s small-town heritage, making Spanish Fork City the home of pride and progress.
MEDIA CONTACT
Scott Aylett
Public Information Officer
801.804.4587
saylett@spanishfork.org