Updated Mask Requirements at Saratoga Springs Recreation Department Facilities

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs Recreation Department is instituting updated mask requirements following Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement on Dec. 10. Saratoga Springs Recreation Department’s updated mask requirements went into effect on Monday, Dec. 13. Their statement is as follows: 

“Governor Kathy Hochul today [Dec. 10] announced masks will be required to be worn in all indoor and public places unless businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement, effective Monday, Dec, 13, 2021. 

The City Council has adopted a resolution that requires all employees and visitors who are fully vaccinated, partially vaccinated, and unvaccinated to wear a face mask when entering City buildings, facilities, and/or indoor events sponsored by the City. For the Recreation Facility only, the resolution further provided the following: 

‘Facemasks are to be worn appropriately (over the nose and mouth) at all times while indoors at the Recreation Facility unless players are unable to tolerate a face covering for physical activity (e.g. practicing, playing); provided, however, that coaches, trainers, and other individuals who are not directly engaged in physical activity are required to wear a face covering. Upon leaving the activity area for any reason, the facemask must again be appropriately worn.’

Out of precaution, the Recreation Facilities will no longer allow this exception for players. All players must adhere to the Governor’s mask mandate and wear a mask at all times, including while playing.”

View the Governor’s press release here: www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-major-action-address-winter-surge-and-prevent-business-disruption.