Township adds additional barricades to closed playgrounds, courts and ball fields

Although parks in Twinsburg Township remain open to the public, a March 22 order from the state closed all public access to playgrounds, baseball fields, and basketball courts. The township shortly thereafter followed a March 27 Summit County recommendation to place caution tape around areas affected by the state order.

While most residents have been cooperative in following public health orders and recommendations, some have not. The Summit County Sheriff’s Office has asked groups congregating in and using closed areas to disperse. The problem has persisted, however, so additional barriers are being installed to further discourage continuation of non-permitted activities. These barriers are consistent with those in use in other communities.

The township board of trustees understands and appreciates the hardships that residents are experiencing due to restrictions imposed by public health orders and recommendations but strongly urges all to adhere to and follow those orders and recommendations. Doing so will not only protect the public health, safety, and general welfare, but also help the state, county, and community move quickly to a time when all restrictions can be lifted, and life can return to normal for all.