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Parks & Recreation to ease restrictions May 26

Published on May 22, 2020

Photo of pond in Big Spring Park

The City of Huntsville’s Parks & Recreation Department released its updated policy allowing the phased re-opening of the City’s parks and recreational facilities. The new policy takes effect May 26, replacing the policy published on May 18.

The revised policy allows for the opening of several facilities previously closed and allows certain activities banned under the current policy.  Updates of note include:

  • Playgrounds, splash pads, and pavilions open
  • Aquatics facilities open on weekends
  • Team athletics practice/skills development allowed; competition allowed starting June 14
  • Weight rooms open June 8​

Read the policy HERE.