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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. .