The News Herald (Willoughby, OH)
3 YMCA branches shut down indefinitely over virus concerns
Child care and school day off care programs remain open
Add the three branches of the Lake County YMCA to the growing list of area fitness clubs and gyms closing their doors to combat the spread of the novel coronavirus.
The closures were effective at 10 p.m., March 16, at the Central branch in Painesville, West End branch in Willoughby and East End branch in Madison Township.
The Lake County YMCA announced the closures in a statement posted to its website lakecountyymca. org.
Here is that statement: “At the Lake County YMCA, the safety and well-being of our members, staff, volunteers and the broader community have always been and will always be a top priority.
“We have been diligently monitoring all national and local updates surrounding the COVID-19
The closures were effective at 10 p.m., March 16, at the Central branch in Painesville, West End branch in Willoughby and East End branch in Madison Township.
(coronavirus) situation. In alignment with the governor’s executive order, we will be closing our facilities to the public effective Monday, March 16, 2020 at 10:00 pm until further notice.
“Our child care and school day off care will remain open until we are no longer legally allowed to remain in operation. We continue to encourage those who can stay home with their children to do so.
“We understand that closing our facility will affect many of our members. All memberships will be placed on hold effective immediately and will remain on hold until we are able to safely reopen our facilities.
“We understand this is a very concerning situation. The Lake County Y has been a pillar of the community for more than 154 years, throughout both good and challenging times. During this closure, you can expect regular updates from us via email. our website and our social media channels: Facebook (@LakeCountyY), Twitter (@LakeCountyY), and Instagram (@lakecountyymcaohio).
“Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate this evolving and challenging situation. We look forward to returning to business as usual as soon as possible.”