Toowoomba Regional Council facilities will remain open and continue to operate for business as usual at this stage, pending advice from the Federal and State Governments.
CEO Brian Pidgeon said the decision was based on advice provided by the government and community expectations.
“At this point, our gyms, pools, libraries, cultural centres and facilities will remain open and available for community use,” Mr Pidgeon said.
“In saying this, we recognise how rapidly the situation is evolving and will be reviewing the decision to keep these facilities open on a day-by-day basis.
“While they will remain open, some of the programs at our facilities, such as library activities, will be cancelled temporarily.
“We’ve already seen a reduction in volunteers and participant numbers at these programs and our staff will continue to monitor the evolving situation. Council will communicate any changes to programs via Council’s website.
“During this unprecedented event, it’s crucial we abide by the advice given to us by the State and Federal Governments.
“The number one priority for us during this difficult time is the health and wellbeing of our community.
“As such, we have increased cleaning and hygiene services at all our public facilities and continue to ask our residents to always follow hygiene guidelines whether at home or attending public places. This includes covering mouth and disposing of tissues properly, practising social distancing and avoiding physical contact, such as shaking hands.
“I would also like to remind everyone to refer to the information provided by the State Government’s lead agency Queensland Health, during this pandemic.”
