Orange County to open parks and sports grounds on June 9, mayor says

ORANGE COUNTY, Florida. – Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has announced that the county’s parks and athletic fields will open on June 9. The announcement came as Florida entered phase two of Governor Ron DeSantis’ reopening plan on Friday.

“Orange County parks have been in high demand since the governor lifted the restriction on youth and sporting activities,” Demings said at a press conference. “Our parks division will be opening sports fields for youth sports and tennis centers, starting next Tuesday.”

Much like DeSantis’ plan to reopen, Demings said his approach to reopening sports areas and parks will be calculated to protect the health of residents.

“We are taking a step-by-step approach to make sure our children and youth stay safe while they re-engage in athletic activities,” said Demings. at the beginning of the phase until the beginning of July.

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Demings said professional tennis stores operated by the Orange County Parks and Recreation division would also be allowed to reopen through contract instructors.

However, the opening dates for the swimming pools, wading pools and basketball courts have not yet been announced.

“Many of you have also expressed questions and frustrations about the playgrounds, the closure of basketball courts, swimming pools and wading pools,” Demings said, adding that the pools and wading pools would open. later next week, although an exact date has not been announced.

Demings directed residents with questions regarding the reopening plan to visit OCFL.net/parcs.