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Delta reopening sport courts and outdoor amenities

Delta asks Metro Vancouver to open parking lots at Boundary Bay and Deas Island regional parks
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Delta’s artificial turf fields have been reopened, but just like other sports fields that were already open, large gatherings and team sports remain prohibited.

The City of Delta has announced plans to start to reopen sport courts and other outdoor amenities.

In a news release issued Friday morning, Delta said the openings, in advance of the May 9th weekend, will provide more outdoor recreation opportunities to the community.

Tennis courts, pickleball courts, disc golf, and lawn bowling are now open with appropriate safety guidelines in place.

In addition, Delta’s artificial turf fields have been reopened, but just like other sports fields that were already open, large gatherings and team sports remain prohibited.

“From the beginning of our response to this pandemic, our priority has been to protect public safety,” said Mayor George Harvie. “The actions of Delta residents and people across British Columbia have allowed us to begin a cautious plan of reopening. During this first phase of reopening some outdoor recreation amenities, we must all take great care to follow the guidelines to prevent the spread of this virus. If we can collectively work together to keep each other safe and healthy, we can look forward to additional amenities reopening soon.”

The city stresses however, that users of these amenities must follow safety guidelines to avoid spread of COVID-19. It is imperative that all users of these newly opened outdoor amenities follow the posted signage, adhere to guidelines for safety, and comply with Delta’s park ambassadors who will continue to educate patrons about physical distancing. The guidelines include:

·       Keep at least two metres (six feet) away from people from other households

·       Avoid large groups and gatherings

·       Wash hands thoroughly and frequently

·       Avoid touching your face

·       Cover your cough or sneeze

·       Limit use of the amenities at busy times

·       Stay home if feeling unwell with no exceptions.

Delta has also requested Metro Vancouver to reopen the parking lots at Boundary Bay Regional Park and Deas Island Regional Park to provide enhanced park access, with the requirement that Metro Vancouver ensure appropriate physical distancing is maintained.

“Metro Vancouver has made every effort to keep our regional parks open during the COVID-19 public health emergency because we recognize their value for connecting with nature, reducing stress and maintaining physical and mental well-being,” said Sav Dhaliwal, chair of the Metro Vancouver Board of Directors. “It is up to all of our visitors to do their part and keep each other and our staff safe during this critical time.”

Parks visitors are asked to follow these guidelines:

·       Choose parks in your own area – do not travel across the region

·       Walk, bike, or take transit to avoid contributing to traffic and parking issues

·       Maintain physical distance of at least two metres from others at all times, including in parking lots

·       Dispose of tissues and other waste in designated garbage bins

·       Pack it in, pack it out – do not leave any items behind in parks

·       Comply with closures of playgrounds, nature play areas and picnic shelters

·       Wash or sanitize hands frequently during the day and upon returning home

·       Stay home if you are sick.

Delta says amenities such as playgrounds, skate parks, bike parks, outdoor pools, and outdoor fitness classes all remain closed, but are under consideration for reopening in the next phase if sufficient measures can be implemented to provide for safety.

Visit the City’s website at Delta.ca/coronavirus for updates to Delta’s response to COVID-19 and Delta.ca/VirtualRecreation for a full schedule of live programming and to view some of their pre-recorded classes.