Palouse park opens, Mayor outlines restrictions

PALOUSE – Palouse will opened Hayton-Greene Park on May 5. Restrooms at Hayton-Greene and Heritage park will remain closed until further notice. Mayor Chris Cook urged citizens to adhere to the following guidelines outlined by Governor Jay Inslee:

Anyone exhibiting any cold or flu-like symptoms shall not participate in outdoor recreation activities.

Limit your recreation partners to only those who live within your household unit.

People must recreate locally: Do not travel farther than necessary and do not stay overnight to recreate.

Practice social distancing at trailheads, boat launches, and all areas where you encounter others.

Utilize facial coverings in any situation where social distancing is not possible.

Any state parks, state public lands, hunting and fishing seasons, golf facilities, trails, and other public parks, public lands and trails may be closed at any time if there is reason to believe unsafe conditions exist or social distancing practices are not being adhered to.

Bring your own food and supplies when possible. This will help protect others in your community.