Agoura Hills Closes City Hall, Rec Center Amid Coronavirus

AGOURA HILLS, CA — The City of Agoura Hills indefinitely closed the City Hall doors to the public amid the new coronavirus outbreak, it was announced Friday. This will be effective starting Monday.

"In addition, all upcoming City events scheduled are being canceled or rescheduled, following the advice of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health in regards to non-essential public gatherings," the City news release said. "This decision is being made as effort to stop the spread of the virus and protect our local community."

The Recreation and Event Center is also closed to the public as of Friday.

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"While we understand that some services are vital of our community, the concerns of COVID-19 transmission, especially with our senior population, other vulnerable community members and those who work with the public, we are required to take a proactive approach," the City of Agoura Hills said.

Essential services, such as law enforcement, fire protection services and animal control services will continue to operate, the City said. City staff will be working remotely wherever possible.

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Follow CDC's recommendations for using a facemask.
  • CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
  • Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

For more information, visit the City of Agoura Hills website.