Richmond, VA
– The
Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities (PRCF) continues to
take the safety and health of our patrons as a top priority. Previously, PRCF
cancelled all permitted use of the athletic fields, picnic shelters, park
houses, all department sponsored programs and activities, and all community
centers and offices to the general public.
Effective
Saturday, March 28, 2020, PRCF will close Barker Field, Chimborazo, and the
Northside Dog Parks to the public until further notice. Also, traffic gates
located within Byrd Park on Strollers Lane, Westover Road, and Trafford Road
will be closed on both Saturday and Sunday until further notice. This closure
is aimed to reduce vehicle traffic within the park and allow patrons more space
to move around.
All other PRCF
parks and trails remain open. Be advised that our outdoor amenities are not
sanitized, so use with caution and follow the CDC health and safety
guidelines. We reiterate the importance of social distancing and avoiding
gatherings of more than 10 people and group activities.
We understand
the importance of the park system to our residents and will re-evaluate the
need for closures and cancellations as this unprecedented situation evolves.
Staff at PRCF’s
Administrative Office will be available to assist residents via phone at
804-646-5733 or email at AskParkRec@richmondgov.com .
For more information about how the City of
Richmond is responding to COVID-19, please visit www.richmondgov.com/covid19.
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