With Douglas County now in Phase 2 of the reopening process, there are changes for the City of Roseburg parks.
Public Works Director Brice Perkins said “we are excited to allow more recreational opportunities for our residents”. He said the changes will be implemented in compliance with the state’s guidelines.
A release said that throughout the COVID-19 pandemic the Parks and Recreation Department has made every effort to keep its park system open and available, except for Sunshine Park, which was closed until now. It said there have been a number of restrictions on specific activities with the parks as required by various executive orders and related guidance issued by the Governor’s office.
The Oregon Health Authority has issued sector guidance documents that outline requirements for keeping Oregonians healthy and safe as Phase 2 begins. Under that guidance:
*Sunshine Park is open
*Baseball and softball play may resume
*The Stewart Park band shell cover will be assembled
*The skate park is open
*Pavilions will open with restrictions
However not every restriction has been lifted:
*Soccer and football are prohibited
*Basketball and volleyball are prohibited, pending further guidance
*Playgrounds and the splash pad remain closed
*Water fountains will be shut off
The release said staff will monitor future guidance and make adjustments as needed.
Leagues, coaches and trainers are advised that OHA guidance places requirements on them regarding the size of groups, physical distancing, cleaning of shared equipment, limiting the number of spectators and more.
Guidance documents can be found: https://govstatus.egov.com/OR-OHA-COVID-19