‘Everybody is at risk’: Meck County leaders defend decision to close parks at dusk Joe Bruno
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Facing scrutiny from Commissioner Laura Meier and Vice Chair Elaine Powell, Mecklenburg County leaders on Wednesday defended their decision to temporarily close parks at dusk.
The closures are in response to Health Director Gibbie Harris’ directive urging residents to only engage in essential activities.
The park closures at dusk impact residents who wish to play basketball and tennis on lighted courts because they can’t get to the parks during the day due to work or school. Powell said she has received hundreds of emails on the topic.