MADISON, Ala. — City of Madison Parks and Recreation facilities will begin to reopen to the public on Monday, May 4, with special rules for social distancing and a reduced list of permitted activities.
General guidelines and outdoor facilities:
Activities are limited to no more than 10 persons and must maintain 6-foot social distancing separation between individuals not from the same family. This includes activities in parks, greenspaces, and on greenways.
Park restrooms, playgrounds, and athletic fields are closed.
Permitted activities, subject to social distancing rules, include:
Running/walking/biking where routinely permitted
Disk golf
Dog park use
Tennis and pickleball (outdoor only)
Dublin Park indoor walking track
Activities not allowed include:
Soccer, lacrosse, and football (competition and group training)
Softball, baseball, and kickball (competition and group training)
Basketball (indoor and outdoor)
Volleyball (indoor and outdoor)
Ultimate Frisbee
Any activity not listed will need prior approval by Director, Parks and Recreation.
Visitors and employees are encouraged to wear masks or facial coverings whenever possible.
Recreation Centers and other indoor facilities:
The municipal recreation center will be open Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for limited activities where appropriate group size (10 people for fewer) and social distancing can be maintained (6 feet between people).
Parks and Recreation staff will monitor all activities to make sure rules are followed, Any not following the rules will be asked to leave.
Room rentals for private events, including athletic court areas, are limited to groups and activities meeting State-mandated group size limits and social distancing standards. As room sizes vary between facilities, limitations for each specific room will be established and prominently posted.
Special programming organized by the Parks and Recreation Department will be limited to those that adhere to State-mandated size and distancing standards and that avoid the use of shared equipment and materials. Any special programming requires the approval of the Director, Parks and Recreation, prior to planning and advertising the event.
The Dublin park aquatics facility is open with the following guidelines:
- Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 5:00 pm.
- Lap or water exercise maintaining social distance standards.
- Swimmers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.
- No more than one patron per lane.
- No swim lessons will be conducted.
- Locker rooms can be used to rinse off before entering the pool. Patrons will not be allowed to return to the locker room after swimming to shower. They will need to dry off on the deck and leave the facility.
- Diving boards will be closed except for scheduled, coach-led training sessions.
- Maximum time in the water is one hour, to be monitored by staff.
The Dublin Park walking track is open with the following guidelines:
- Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 5:00 pm.
- No more than five people are allowed on the walking track at one time.
- Patrons must walk in the same direction, as indicated on the directional signs.
The Dublin Park Gymnasium is still currently closed.
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