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Medicine Hat – In support of a safe and responsible relaunch, the City of Medicine Hat has reviewed Public Health guidelines on the use of outdoor areas and is taking measures to open select outdoor recreation amenities. Effective Friday, May 29, skate parks, skate spots, fitness parks, and outdoor play structures in both City parks and school grounds will be open to the public.

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Medicine Hat – Medicine Hat Fire Services is reminding business owners to ensure they maintain access to all fire exits during the COVID 19 pandemic. Many businesses are implementing strategies to comply with public health guidelines and to encourage physical distancing requirements within their premises.

Medicine Hat – To support residents impacted by COVID-19, the City of Medicine Hat instituted a Utility Deferral Program from March 16, 2020 to June 18, 2020. This program allows customers to defer 90 days of utility charges without penalty or risk of disconnection.

Medicine Hat – With recent direction from the Provincial Government that all summer festivals and events are cancelled until the end of summer due to COVID-19, the City of Medicine Hat is providing further clarity on local impacts pertaining to outdoor recreation spaces. The province has provided guidelines on outdoor activities including maintaining two metres of physical distance from others and restricting gatherings of more than 15 people.

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Medicine Hat – After careful deliberation, City Council announced a COVID-19 assistance package to support residents and businesses in coping with and recovering from the economic impacts of the pandemic. The package was introduced at the May 4 meeting of City Council and includes support for both residents and business owners.

Medicine Hat – The City of Medicine is currently reviewing the province of Alberta’s COVID-19 relaunch strategy and is committed to making appropriate and responsible decisions to best support and protect the residents of Medicine Hat. The strategy is outlined on the Government of Alberta website.

Medicine Hat – The City of Medicine Hat has completed an update to its guiding vision, the Municipal Development Plan (MDP). This project, the myMH Master Plan, is a 30-year city-wide plan putting in place strong and visionary policies to help create a more prosperous, livable and sustainable city.

Medicine Hat – The City of Medicine Hat reminds building owners and managers to maintain appropriate water levels in floor and sink drains to avoid sewer gas release into interior spaces. .

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Medicine Hat – The Medicine Hat Regional Airport has implemented additional changes for travelers to limit the possible transmission of COVID-19. Hours of Operation at the Airport Terminal will be further adjusted to 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday through Friday.

Medicine Hat – The City of Medicine Hat is reminding residents to use Medicine Hat Transit for essential travel only, which includes getting groceries, attending medical appointments or going to and from work. “Physical distancing expectations remain in effect for passengers,” said Gordon Dykstra, Superintendent of Transit Operations.

Medicine Hat – As the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic continue to evolve, the City of Medicine Hat is monitoring all aspects and restrictions closely and is making decisions in the best interest of the safety of our residents, visitors and staff. As a result, the Gas City Campground in Medicine Hat, AB will remain closed for the month of May.

Medicine Hat – In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the dynamic economic challenges ahead, the City has chosen to not renew the contract with venue management firm ASM Global and commence oversight of the Canalta Centre. Current provincial and federal restrictions have limited the operational capabilities for the Canalta Centre venue, and the current outlook from Alberta Health and Canada Health authorities indicates that public restrictions can be expected for the remainder of 2020 in an effort to mitigate virus transmission.

Medicine Hat – To further prevent the spread of COVID-19, the City of Medicine Hat has, until now, been advising residents to refrain from using outdoor play structures in both City parks and school playgrounds. Effective immediately, these spaces are closed to the public.

Medicine Hat – Despite the expected warm weather for this Easter long weekend, the City of Medicine Hat urges residents to stay home and practice preventative measures to stop the spread of COVID-19. “The virus is still spreading,” said Merrick Brown, Director of Emergency Management for the City of Medicine Hat.

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Medicine Hat – City Standing Committees and Commissions will continue to meet as scheduled, with adjustments in place to ensure alignment with current Alberta Health restrictions related to COVID-19. A new Ministerial Order allowing municipalities to host meetings electronically to ensure recommended practices from Alberta Health was announced on March 20, 2020.