Town of Rocky Mountain House Statement on COVID-19 Stage 2 Relaunch
The Town of Rocky Mountain House is eager to resume operation of all our public facilities. However, we must continue to do our part to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 in accordance with all public health orders.
Municipalities had no advanced notice that swimming pools and indoor recreation facilities would be moved to Stage 2 of the provincial relaunch strategy. The Town of Rocky Mountain House needs time to fully meet the guidance requirements and our COVID-19 risk mitigation obligations under the Public Health Act to ensure we can safely reopen to staff and public.
Recreation and indoor sports are subject to 15 pages of restrictions. A decision and timeline for reopening the Fitness Centre at the Christenson Sports & Wellness Centre will be announced by June 19.
The Credit Union Co-op Aquatic Centre annual shutdown is underway and capital improvements (sand filters and sound baffles) are being installed. Aug. 10 is the tentative reopening date.
Sports fields and the Lou Soppit Community Centre are open for bookings. Users are responsible for adhering to Public Health Orders and applicable guidance documents.
Status of Town facilities and programs:
Facility | Status | Details |
Town Office | Open to the public; some restrictions in place. | Staff are still working, with social-distancing and increased disinfecting protocols. Public access is limited to one person per household, with a maximum of two public members in the building at one time. Visitors will be required to wash/sanitize hands, and follow staff direction for social distancing. Phone 403-845-2866 to find out if your business can be conducted remotely, The Town of Rocky Mountain House has increased the frequency of cleaning in our facilities and public spaces. The Town Office is open, however we ask that any members of the public who are displaying symptoms or have travelled outside of Canada in the past 14 days to not attend at our facilities. This is in accordance with Alberta Health protocol for returning travellers. |
Public Works | Closed to the public | Staff are still working, with social-distancing and increased disinfecting protocols. No public access to the Public Works shop. Phone 403-845-3220 to speak with our Public Works department. |
Christenson Sports and Wellness Centre | Closed A decision and timeline for reopening the Fitness Centre at the Christenson Sports & Wellness Centre will be announced by June 19. | Closed to the public. This includes ice surfaces, fitness centre, play centre and meeting rooms. All programming and event bookings are cancelled until further notice. Phone Guest Services at 403-845-3720 to enquire about credits or refunds on your pre-paid programming and passes. View public health guidance document for indoor recreation and sport. |
| Credit Union Co-op Aquatic Centre 5202 53 Ave. 403-845-6977 | Tentative re-opening Aug. 10. | Closed to the public. This includes the swimming pools, hot tub and meeting rooms. All programming and event bookings are cancelled until further notice. The Credit Union Co-op Aquatic Centre annual shutdown is underway and capital improvements (sand filters and sound baffles) are being installed. Aug. 10 is the tentative reopening date Phone the Aquatic Centre at 403-845-6977 to enquire about credits or refunds on your pre-paid lessons and passes. |
| Playgrounds, Skatepark and Tennis/pickleball Courts | Open - use with caution | Outdoor activity is encouraged for physical and mental well-being. Social distancing measures must be followed at all times. One family at a time on playground equipment. Please wash/sanitize your hands before and after use. As always, adhere to public health orders regarding mass gatherings and stay home if you or your children have any symptoms. |
| Sports Fields | Open for bookings | Please phone 403-845-3720 for bookings. Users are responsible for adhering to Public Health Orders and applicable guidance documents. |
| Lou Soppit Community Centre | Open for bookings | Please phone 403-845-3720 for bookings. Users are responsible for adhering to Public Health Orders and applicable guidance documents. |
| Centennial Campground | Opening June 30 | |
| Public Washrooms | Opening June 30 | Public washrooms located at Centennial Campground and Helen Hunley Park. |
| Potable water at Sani-Dump | Opening June 30 | Sani-Dump is currently free for sewage dumping only. Potable water and $8 fee will resume on June 30. |
Current as of June 12, 2020 at 3 p.m.
Operators and users each have responsibilities to ensure the safety of staff and patrons at public facilities.
Familiarize yourself with the applicable guidance documents.
Specific restrictions apply for certain facilities, such as:
These documents are subject to change. Access the latest version from www.alberta.ca/guidance-documents.aspx.
Related Documents:
June 12: reopening quick facts
COVID-19 financial relief extended to Sept. 1
