Playgrounds, Pavilions, Skate Parks To Reopen In Cherokee Friday

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA — The Cherokee County Recreation and Parks Agency will begin reopening playgrounds, pavilions and the skate park on Friday with restrictions.

“As we begin to slowly open up our playgrounds, pavilions and skate park, it is critical we ensure the health and safety of staff and the public,” said Cherokee County Recreation and Parks Director Jay Worley. “That begins with each of us taking personal responsibility to be good stewards of our parks and each other.”

All park users must continue to abide by all CDC guidelines on social distancing, as well as gathering sizes as defined by Gov. Brian Kemp’s Executive Order. A gathering shall mean no more than 10 persons physically present at a single location if, to be present, persons are required to stand or be seated from 6-feet of any other person. Therefore, groups of more than 10 are permitted if their grouping is a result of being spread across more than one single location.

“We have taken a phased approach in reopening these outdoor recreation areas,” Worley said. “These restrictions will change the way Cherokee residents visit some familiar sites.”

The Cherokee County Aquatic Center pools remain closed until further notice. All recreation programs are canceled through May 31.