City Of Charleston Extends Limited Access To Public Buildings

Press release from the City of Charleston:

April 24, 2020

Today, Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin announced that limitations placed on City-owned facilities on Monday, March 16 would be extended until Friday, May 15.

“We continue to follow the guidance of the Kanawha-Charleston Health Department as COVID-19 continues to spread throughout our community,” said Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin. “City Administration will continue to adjust opening dates, including further extending the limitation period if necessary.”

All access to City offices, public event facilities and community/recreation centers are limited to the public in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. The directive also includes public access to all of City Hall, offices and common areas within the City Service Center, all fire stations, the Municipal Auditorium and the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center. This does not limit public access to City-owned parking garages or City-owned shelter facilities, such as the YWCA Sojourner’s Shelter or the Roark-Sullivan Lifeway Center.

On March 26, the City also closed all City-owned playgrounds, outdoor fitness equipment, playing fields and athletic courts. This will continue to be extended through Friday, May 15 as well.

For the latest federal guidance, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.

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