Gilbert is closing playgrounds and park amenities

The Town of Gilbert announced that it is taking responsibility to prioritize the health of Gilbert’s residents and employees to help flatten the curve and contain the spread of COVID-19, also known as coronavirus.

In an effort to help limit opportunities to gather, Gilbert will be closing the following amenities at all public parks beginning at 8 AM this Saturday, March 28th:

• Playgrounds

• Freestone Skate Park

• Fenced dog areas at Crossroads and Cosmo Parks

• Splash pads

• Basketball courts

• Volleyball courts

• Tennis courts

• All of Gilbert Regional Park

• Drinking fountains

All open spaces, trails, walking paths and restrooms will remain open for public use from 5:30 AM to 10 PM. Social and physical distancing guidelines recommended by the CDC still apply in these areas.

For the latest COVID-19 updates in Gilbert, text ‘GILBERT’ to 313131 and visit our COVID-19 webpage, gilbertaz.gov/COVID19.