TPPD Covid Announcement

As a trusted source of recreation for over 50 years, the Tinley Park-Park District is committed to the health and safety of our members, guests, employees, and community. While the worldwide situation regarding the COVID-19 Virus is changing every day, please be assured that we are actively monitoring the guidance of IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health) and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
We at the Tinley Park-Park District are taking every precaution available to us to prevent the spread of the virus to our patrons and staff. In our facilities, the following is in place:

 

• • Cleaning of commonly used areas more often including our front counters, doorknobs, tables and program room counters, pre-school and childcare rooms and lobby areas.

• • Added hand sanitizing stations at our front counters with hand washing reminders from the CDC.

• • Sanitizing restrooms more frequently and restocking supplies.

• • Continuing to supply our fitness center members with medical grade disinfectant wipes in multiple locations throughout the center to wipe down all strength and cardio equipment.

• • Encouraging our staff to monitor their own health and wellbeing by staying home if they or someone in their household is sick.

• • The use of gloves by staff when conditions warrant and washing hands more often.

• • Continuing to monitor our pool chemicals multiple times a day to ensure our water sanitation remains above the standards set forth by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

• • Avoid shaking hands as a greeting.

• • Added weekly deep cleaning teams.

• • Keeping in close contact with the Village of Tinley Park to coordinate efforts.

We ask our patrons, members, guests and employees to follow the CDC’s recommendations to stop the spread of germs as listed below.

• • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

• • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

• • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

• • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
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• • Stay home when you are sick.

• • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

While we know there is no one way to completely protect individuals from this virus we are taking all precautions suggested by IDPH & CDC in our effort to curb the transmission. Please watch your email and our social media for further updates as they come. Thank you for your understanding during this ever-changing situation.

Shawn Roby
Executive Director