Reopening of Hiawatha city facilities discussed
06/16/2020

(KNZA)--The Hiawatha City Commission Monday evening further discussed the reopening of city facilities.

Following discussion, the Commission voted to begin opening City Hall to the public as of noon Tuesday. City Hall had previously been open by appointment only.

Customers are asked to enter through the 7th Street doors, and exit through the Oregon Street doors. When entering, customers will be required to sign a form for tracking purposes. Masks and hand sanitizer will be available. The public restrooms at City Hall will remain closed.

On the recommendation of Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Jasper, the Commission approved allowing scheduled events only at the Fisher Center with no gathering limits.

The doors to the facility will be remain locked to the public in order to control foot traffic.

The Commission voted to re-open the public restrooms at Bruning and Noble Parks, with Commissioner Toni Hull casting the lone dissenting vote.

On the recommendation of Police Chief John Defore, the Commission approved keeping the Law Enforcement Center closed to the public. Customers can schedule an appointment. It will be revisited in two weeks.


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