Park Playgrounds Now Open In Walnut Creek

Press release from the City of Walnut Creek:

October 3, 2020

All parks and open space are currently open. Playgrounds have also reopened, please follow these guidelines when using playgrounds. The City of Walnut Creek is taking the following action to help stop the spread of COVID-19 at the playgrounds.

• Posting educational signage at entry points
• Posting playground capacity signage at entry points
• Disinfecting high touch points on the structures and amenities 3-5 times/week
• Making sure restrooms are stocked to provide the public a place to disinfect before and after usage

City staff is not actively monitoring playgrounds at this time and any use of such playgrounds during this COVID-19 pandemic is ultimately subject to your own judgment and risk. If you or a member of your group feel unsafe while using the playground, we encourage you to take appropriate action to ensure your safety, which may include deciding to leave the playground and/or coming back at another time.

For more information on the County Public Health Order see the Stay Home FAQ or call the Contra Costa Health Services Call center at (844) 729-8410 between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Please visit Conta Costa Health Services for the latest updates. City of Walnut Creek updates are available here.

This press release was produced by the City of Walnut Creek. The views expressed here are the author’s own.