St. Charles Parks, Pool Reopen As IL Enters Phase 4 Amid Pandemic

ST. CHARLES, IL — St. Charles residents again have access to the city’s parks, rec centers and Swanson Pool after the park district reopened many of its facilities at the end of June. Illinois entered phase 4 of its reopening plan on June 29, which allows groups of up to 50 people to gather, with restrictions, amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Park district officials announced Wednesday that almost all facilities are now open, with social distancing and mask orders in place at many locations.

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The Baker Community Center, Haines Gymnasium, Hickory Knolls Discovery Center and the Norris Recreation Center have all reopened, though locker rooms and the sauna and whirlpool at Norris are still off-limits.

Swanson Pool reopened Wednesday, with reservations required to allow staff to maintain a limited capacity and social distancing, officials said. The pool is open every day from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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The Otter Cover Aquatic Park’s Splash Park is also open daily, but the facility’s main pool and water slides are set to remain closed for the rest of the summer, officials said. Reservations are required to visit the Splash Park.

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The Paddlewheel Riverboats, Pottawatomie Community Center and Golf Course, Primrose Farm, River View Miniature Golf Course and the Sportsplex have also reopened, and the STC Underground Teen Center is scheduled to open Tuesday.

Almost all St. Charles Park District outdoor amenities have also reopened for residents, including playgrounds, athletic fields and courts, dog parks, fitness stations, skate parks, gardens and restrooms, according to the park district’s website.

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Officials told residents they should assume gates, fences and outdoor equipment has not been disinfected, as "there is no practical way for staff to maintain a constant state of sanitation."