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Coronavirus: Lemont Park District Extends Closure

Playgrounds and play equipment are also closed until further notice.

LEMONT, IL — As per Governor JB Pritzker's stay-at-home order, the Lemont Park District has canceled programs and facilities will remain closed through April 7.

"The Lemont Park District will continue to closely monitor the situation and follow the guidelines of the Center for Disease Control including social distancing, keeping a recommended distance of at least six feet between individuals, as a preventative measure," the park district said in an email to residents.

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Playgrounds and play equipment are also closed until further notice. However, open space and trails will remain open, and visitors should follow social distancing guidelines.

The park district said information on potential refunds or credits for programs will be forthcoming. However, most refunds may be processed when the park district reopens. CORE members on installment billing will not be charged during the closure. Their accounts will be adjusted accordingly when facilities reopen and billing resumes. Members whom paid in full for an annual membership, will automatically have one additional month tacked onto their memberships.

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