Parks usage and COVID – 19.
The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department are following all Executive Orders and CDC guidelines in the maintenance and operations of University City Parks. In doing so, the Heman Park Community Center, Centennial Commons Recreation Center, and Playgrounds are closed until further notice;
Pavilions and athletic field reservations have been canceled and/or put on hold until further notice; and all programs, special events and activities have been until further notice. However, general areas of parks, trails, tennis courts, dog park and the Ruth Park Golf Course are still open to the public for general use as long as all park users follow the CDC’ guidance on personal hygiene, as well as observe all Federal, State, County and City protocols and mandates. Furthermore, it is strongly encouraged that all park users observe the following recommendations:
Observe at all times CDC’s minimum recommended social distancing of six feet from other people – wash hands, carry hand sanitizer, do not visit a park or trail if you have symptoms, cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, etc.
- Keep dogs on a leash at all times. Be especially careful to maintain a distance of the recommended six feet from other dogs or persons.
- Warn other park users of your presence and as you pass on a trail or pathway to allow proper distance and step off trail to allow others to pass, keeping minimum distances at all times. Signal your presence with your voice, bell or horn.
- Be prepared and use restrooms prior to visiting a park, so that you are not dependent on public restrooms, as these may be closed.
- Bring water or drinks – public drinking fountains may be disabled and should not be used, even if operable.
- Bring a suitable trash bag. Leave no trash, take everything out to protect park workers.
- Be safe and again follow all CDC guidelines.
Darren Dunkle, CPRP AFO
Director of Parks, Recreation and Forestry
City of University City
6801 Delmar Boulevard
University City, MO 63130