MEDIA RELEASE
June 26, 2020
Beginning Saturday, June 27, 2020, the City of Phenix City will be reopening the Youth Sports Complex Pool, located at 1505 5th Street South, Phenix City, Alabama 36869. Under the guidance of the Statewide Public Health Order (Safer-at-Home Order) amended by Governor Ivey on Thursday, May 21, 2020, as well as recommendations provided by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the pool will be reopening using the following safety procedures until further notice:
- Limiting complex capacity to a maximum of 70 people
- Limiting groups to 8 people or fewer
- Encouraging the use of a mask or other facial covering for patrons over the age of 5, whenever practicable
- Checking temperatures of all employees prior to shift
- Sanitizing shared resources after each use
- Sanitizing and cleaning high-touch areas regularly (door knobs, tables, chairs, counters, and restrooms)
- Reminders to wash hands frequently
- Reminders to comply with guidelines set by the CDC and ADPH
Upon reopening, the Youth Sports Complex Pool will operate under modified hours, closing between 3 and 4 p.m. each day, in order to allow for an additional deep cleaning during the day.
Modified Hours of Operation:
Wednesday – Monday: Noon – 3 p.m. EDT | 4 – 7 p.m. EDT
Tuesday: Closed
Please be aware that entrance is determined on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. Admission is $3 per person, cash or check only.
As a reminder, all citizens who utilize public areas do so at their own risk and must maintain a consistent six-foot distance from those who are not from the same household.
We appreciate the patience and understanding of the community during this uncertain time, and we look forward to seeing you soon. Please visit the city’s website at https://phenixcityal.gov/COVID19 for the latest updates regarding Parks and Recreation, as well as other city departments and facilities.
View the official Media Release.
