Whitefish Bay Urges Caution When Using Local Parks

WHITEFISH BAY, WI — With seasonably warm weather over the weekend, and more on its way early this week, Whitefish Bay officials are wary of too many people congregating in public meeting spaces — even though they're open to the public.

"We understand that it is a lovely day and people want to be outside. Please understand that physical separation is the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Congregating in parks does not allow for proper social distancing," officials said in a bulletin posted over the weekend. "Parks are open to allow people to move through (running and walking). During this time the parks should not be used as a place to go with your family or friends and spend time together or play games. "

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As of Monday, Whitefish Bay had 13 confirmed cases of COVID-19.

The Whitefish Bay Village Board declared a state of emergency in Whitefish Bay on Tuesday night, March 17.

Officials said their declaration is in line with action taken by the Federal, State and County levels of government in response to COVID-19. Whitefish Bay's declaration will enable Village officials to exercise powers in an expedited manner at the local level in the interest of the health, safety, welfare and good order of the Village of Whitefish Bay, officials said at the time.

Follow this link to see the full list of public service closures and changes in Whitefish Bay.

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