When addressing West Virginia residents this afternoon, Gov. Jim Justice issued a “stay at home” order for all West Virginia residents, and it is effective immediately.
The governor also ordered all non-essential businesses to close beginning tomorrow evening at 8 p.m. He said people can leave their homes to seek essential services, and Gov. Justice said those with essential jobs can continue reporting to their workplace.
The number of confirmed cases in West Virginia increased to 16 over the weekend, including two in Marshall County and two in Ohio County.
This morning, the city of Wheeling distributed the following press release:
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all of the City of Wheeling’s parks and playgrounds are closed until April 6. That date will be extended if necessary. Wheeling’s Heritage Trail will remain open.
Parks, Playgrounds Finally Closed
The City of Wheeling is closely following public health guidelines issued by federal, state, and local authorities to reduce the virus’ spread.
The parks and playgrounds include the following: the Fitzsimmons Family Dog Park; I-470 Skatepark; Tunnel Green; J.B. Chambers Sports Complex; Pleasanton; North 24th Street; Fulton; Greggsville; Overbrook; Owl Court; Garden Park; Patterson; Mozart; Bridge Park; Grandview/Wheeling Heights; Wilson; 25th Street/Centre Wheeling; Jenson; Heritage Port; Edgington Lane; 36th Street; Belle Isle; Bloch; Clator; Dimmeydale; Elks; Elm Terrace; Loveland; Pulaski; Mozart.
Additionally, the following recreation facilities are closed and programs/services suspended until further notice: Nelson Jordan Center; special events; youth and adult sports; facility rentals; shelter and park rentals.
Furthermore, the City’s fire stations are now closed to the public as are City offices, effective today. The offices will remain staffed. If needed, appointments can be made with respective department heads. For utility or parking ticket payments, residents should utilize the drop boxes at the entrance of the City/County Building 1500 Chapline St., the USPS or pay online. While the police department will remain open, walk-in reports are discouraged, and all reports should be filed via telephone by calling 304-234-3664. For police, fire and medical emergencies, call 9-1-1.
Please monitor the City of Wheeling’s website at www.wheelingwv.gov and the City’s social media pages for more details and for updates. This information is subject to change.
Street Sweeping, Ticketing Suspended
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, residents have been sheltering in place as advised by the Center for Disease Control. This can create some challenging on-street parking scenarios within the City of Wheeling. Therefore, street sweeping and ticketing for parking violations associated with such will be suspended until further notice.
Residents should be reminded that the City’s fire stations, parks and playgrounds and City offices are closed to the public. The offices will remain staffed. If needed, appointments can be made with respective department heads. For utility or parking ticket payments, residents should utilize the drop boxes at the entrance of the City/County Building 1500 Chapline Street, the USPS or pay online. While the police department will remain open, walk-in reports are discouraged and all reports should be filed via telephone by calling 304-234-3664. For police, fire and medical emergencies, call 9-1-1.
