'Social Distancing Ambassadors' Coming To Philly Parks

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia park goers will see a new team of people as they visit various parks in the city thanks to the Parks and Recreation Department's Social Distancing Ambassadors Program.

The department is rolling out the program this month as park visitor numbers are at an all-time high.

Parks & Rec employees will serve as ambassadors and support residents, preserve park spaces and most importantly help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Social Distancing Ambassadors will, greet park visitors; track park usage, trash, and other site needs; provide visitors with information to keep themselves and others safe; encourage safe park behavior such as making sure visitors maintain six feet of distance between others and wear face coverings when possible.

The ambassadors and other City of Philadelphia employees are wearing masks and practicing social distancing in an effort to lead by example.

Ambassadors will wear Parks & Recreation clothing with reflective vests. They will be along Kelly Drive, Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, and the Schuylkill River Trail.