Westport Coronavirus: Parks & Rec Department Moves Online

WESTPORT, CT — The Westport Parks and Recreation Administration Office at Longshore Club Park will remain closed to the public until further notice, and department functions will be handled online and by phone, announced Parks and Recreation Director Jennifer Fava.

The move is out of "an abundance of caution" due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Currently, Westport schools, Town Hall, the library and senior center also are closed, and on Thursday night, the town learned of its first confirmed case of COVID-19.

"In light of the uncertainty of the current situation, all programs and program registration are postponed indefinitely until we have more information," Fava said. "Beach emblem sales are postponed until April 1, at which time they can be purchased online or, if assistance is needed, over the phone at 203-341-5090. All of this is subject to change."

This week, Marpe also set up a new Incident Command Structure to handle the town's response to the virus.

"All facility usage permits provided by the Westport Parks and Recreation Department remain suspended until further notice," Fava added.

For updates check the Town website at westportct.gov/covid19 or #Westportctcovid19info

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