Parks remain open, MPR staff working remotely

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The Maryville Community Center will not reopen until at least April 30, Maryville Parks and Recreation announced Monday.

MARYVILLE, Mo. — Parks around the city will remain open, and the Maryville Community Center will stay closed through at least April 30.

“At this time, all parks and playgrounds are open but please follow the Emergency Ordinance and CDC recommendations on social distancing,” said Jeff Stubblefield, Maryville Parks and Recreation Director, in a press release Monday. “Park restrooms will remain CLOSED at this time.”

Following a county ordinance last week and a city order that will take effect Wednesday, MPR staff will be working remotely and available through email, Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, in addition to the website, maryvilleparks.org. Phones at the community center will not be answered, so MPR staff can only be contacted through those methods.

The parks board will meet as regularly scheduled on April 20 to discuss when the community center may reopen, program and membership fee adjustments and the future of summer programming.

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