Norwalk Temporarily Bans Non-Residents From City's Beaches

NORWALK, CT — With temperatures expected to soar over the weekend, Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling has issued an executive order temporarily banning non-residents from accessing Calf Pasture and Shady beaches.

Rilling issued the order Friday evening, and it will take effect at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday and end at 8:30 p.m. on Monday, but it could be extended if the upcoming heatwave continues.

Additionally, drop-offs and walk-ins will not be permitted Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

The order follows similar moves by Westport and other coastal communities heading into the weekend due to the expected extreme heat during the coronavirus pandemic. As such, social distancing will be difficult, prompting the decision to limit beach access to residents only.

See Rilling's announcement below:

Due to the extreme heat expected, the fact that many area beaches are being closed to non-residents, and for the safety of Norwalk residents, Mayor Harry W. Rilling issued an executive order tonight, July 17, 2020, that completely restricts non-resident access to Calf Pasture Beach and Shady Beach. There will be no drop-offs or walk-ins permitted. Mayor Rilling has also authorized the use of 100 overflow parking spaces at Taylor Farm for Norwalk residents. Additional Norwalk Police Officers will be on-site to monitor and strictly enforce this order.

The order is effective 7:30 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2020 through 8:30 p.m. Monday, July 20, 2020 and may be extended depending on circumstances.