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Instead of opening the fuel docks and boat ramp at Lakeview Park Marina as planned Saturday, city staff placed boulders across the launch, signaling its closure under the latest government-ordered restrictions.
“The City of Windsor is acting as quickly as possible to action the latest provincial orders, which took affect at 12:01 this morning, Saturday April 17, 2021,” a media release said.
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Premier Doug Ford announced further restrictions Friday in an effort to slow the latest surge of COVID-19. They included the closure of golf courses, playgrounds, tennis courts and other outdoor recreational facilities. Ford reversed his decision regarding playgrounds Saturday afternoon.
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File photo of a playground before it was ordered closed.
The City of Windsor says they are acting as quickly as possible to action the latest provincial orders, which took affect at 12:01 Saturday morning.
“The modeling data released by the Province of Ontario paints a very dire picture. The entire goal of these public health measures is to help lower COVID-19 case counts and save lives. I strongly urge all residents to take this seriously and follow public health recommendations,” said Windsor Mayor, Drew Dilkens.
The following changes take effect immediately and add to the previous restrictions concerning parks, recreation, facilities and services. These latest changes are expected to be in effect at least until the expiration of the provincial orders, May 20th, 2021.