COVID Long-Game Prompts Reminders Westerville, we’re headed into the winter months with pandemic uncertainty. As the Delta variant continues to be a threat as flu season arrives and the status of booster shots remains unknown, City staff continue to monitor public health recommendations as they relate to public meetings, services and programs. Here’s what to know now:
MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REMAIN RECOMMENDED/ REQUESTED FOR PUBLIC, REQUIRED BY STAFF
Public buildings are open, and residents and visitors are welcome to conduct business. Masks and social distancing are requested for all who enter, but staff members are required to wear masks and will provide service behind a barrier (window desk or plexiglass). If you have a request that can be completed electronically (email or form), please visit the Westerville website. Staff contacts may be found at www.westerville.org. Forms and permits are online at www.westerville.org/forms. When possible, conducting business electronically is preferable while the delta variant is strong and the vaccination status of visitors may vary.
CLEANING AND DISINFECTION CONTINUES IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS
City Hall, the Westerville Division of Police headquarters and the Walnut Street building are open thanks to the Building and Grounds crew within Westerville’s Department of Administrative Services. This small team has been keeping up with strict cleaning and disinfection protocols. The team at the Westerville Community Center has also performed mightily, keeping the doors open for patrons since the stay-at-home order was lifted by the state. All of these public buildings are regularly cleaned and prepared for public use and meetings, thanks to these crews.
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THE WESTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Not only clean and sanitized, but the building offers a safe and convenient space for all types of recreational, health and wellness pursuits in its newly expanded floors. The new eSports and Adventure Fitness spaces will soon add to the portfolio of ways to beat the winter blues, particularly in the ongoing pandemic. Check out the classes in the back of this publication, many of which are hosted at the Community Center, or drop-in for indoor aquatics or an immunity-boosting workout. Rates are available on page 30.
CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR EVENT STATUS
Late fall and early winter events are still on the schedule. Upcoming holiday events, like the Tree Lighting and more, are planned to proceed unless otherwise noted on the website. The same public health recommendations will apply to special events. Masks and social distancing will be requested although not required for participants in an effort to reduce risks of virus transmission. If you feel ill, or have symptoms such as a fever or coughing, please stay home and consult your physician or health care provider.
WANT A COVID VACCINATION?
Westerville Division of Fire (WFD) medics will provide a vaccination free of charge. If an individual is unable to come in for a vaccination, medics will provide the shot at the home. Please contact (614) 901-6600 to make an appointment.
A HEARTFELT THANK YOU
On behalf of the entire Westerville community, we thank our health care professionals who endured the challenges of this most recent COVID-19 wave. You have been there for us when we needed you the most. Thank you for working the long, hard hours, and know you remain our heroes as you rise above the most difficult of circumstances. WESTERVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT • (614) 901-6500 • www.wester ville.org
