FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — As Governor Eric Holcomb announced the entire state of Indiana would move into Stage 4 of the Back on Track Indiana plan, communities are expected to reopen their playgrounds to the public again.
The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation department will open all outdoor playgrounds and seven area Spraygrounds on Friday, June 12 at 9 a.m.
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The Spraygrounds that will be opening are located at the following parks:
- Franklin School Park
- 1903 Saint Marys Avenue
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Buckner Park
- 6114 Bass Road
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- McCormick Park
- 2300 Raymond & Holly
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Memorial Park
- 2301 Maumee & Glasgow
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Shoaff Park
- 6401 St. Joe Rd.
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Kreager Park (Taylor’s Dream)
- 7225 North River Road
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Waynedale Park
- 2900 Koons & Elzey
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
The city says Doermer Kids’ Canal and Rotary Fountain Sprayground at Promenade Park will reopen at a later date because it requires additional steps to open for the season.
Once open, its hours will be 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Families visiting the parks are asked to maintain proper social distancing to keep the Playgrounds and Spraygrounds safe for all who are using them.
Just how far apart is 6 feet? Take a look at the Hoosier Guide to Social Distancing courtesy of @StateHealthIN. #INThisTogether pic.twitter.com/GwlwfOMOx2
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