FYI for those in the Nashville area...just received this from Metro Parks
Dept. Parks and greenways are still open (for now at least). Everyone just
needs to practice safe distancing.
Michael SmithHendersonville, TN
EXTERNAL MESSAGE: Exercise Caution
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
FROM THE DIRECTOR: Our New Normal
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Metro Parks Director Monique Horton Odom
|
|
Dear Friends,
We are living in a difficult, but clearly, historic time. Phrases like,“We’re
all in
this together,”“Out of an abundance
of caution,” “Social distancing,” and“AmeriCAN”are the new monikers for
what is clearly our “new normal.”
COVID-19 has left an indelible mark
on the collective health and psyche
of us all. I don’t think anyone could
have predicted the cultural impact
of this deadly virus.
And, I certainly don’t think anyone could have predicted the important role that
parks, and open spaces would have in the war on the coronavirus. During these
unprecedented times when quarantines, face masks, and hand sanitizer are the
norm, green spaces have become the new hot spot – literally and figuratively.
While our parks, greenways, and trails are open to give all of us a much-needed
respite from this unexpected viral war on our health – there is still a segment
of our
users that ignores the pleas for social distancing. And, while we have done our
best
to help flatten the curve by closing dog parks, picnic shelters, basketball
courts, playgrounds, tennis courts, and other facilities - there are still
those that ignore
our very straightforward and urgent warnings to avoid these much-loved areas
during this time.
So, we’re in a battle. And, with any battle, soldiers are needed. While our
health
care professionals and first responders are on the frontlines, we need to beef
up
our ranks to help in communicating the importance and impact of social
distancing
in our parks and on our greenways.
Please consider posting the graphic below on your social media accounts, both
personal and professional. It’s a simple but effective way to help us flatten
the
curve on this virus, while keeping our parks and greenways safe.
And remember – wash your hands, keep your social distance, and stay home if
you are sick. As a matter of fact stay "Safer at Home" or work from home if you
are
able.
Yours in the battle,
Monique Horton Odom,
Director, Metro Board of Parks and Recreation
|
|
|
| |
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
#StopTheSpread #KeepYourSocialDistance #WashYourHands
#StayHomeIfUrSick
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Share the photo and read the NRPA statement on Using Parks and Open Space While
Maintaining Physical Distancing
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
METRO PARKS
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Share this email:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Manage your preferences | Opt out usingTrueRemove™
Got this as a forward? Sign up to receive our future emails.
View this email online.
|
|
2565 Park Plaza
Nashville, TN | 37203 US
|
|
This email was sent to miksmith@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.
To continue receiving our emails, add us to your address book.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
