RCSC Announces Plans to Re-open Recreational Facilities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 18, 2020

Today the RCSC Board of Directors approved a re-opening plan for the Recreation Centers of Sun City, Inc. which will begin on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 with summer hours* taking affect immediately. The Federal Government published guidelines for “Opening Up America Again” which provided a basic framework for a three-phased approach to re-opening. RCSC has used this framework to develop the plan for re-opening RCSC facilities, offices, events and entertainment. Governor Ducey announced on May 12, 2020 that Arizona was in Phase One and the Stay at Home Order would expire on May 15, 2020.

*Summer hours are Lakeview, Oakmont and Mountain View which will remain open until 8pm Monday-Saturday starting now through Labor Day weekend; all other center hours remain the same.

There is much excitement and anticipation as we start to bring use of the RCSC facilities and activities back into the community that so many enjoy and have missed during this period. The re-opening process will likely involve much tolerance, acceptance and respect from all participants. Your cooperation will help to ensure a smooth transition as we move forward.

Re-opening RCSC facilities will require strict adherence to safety and sanitation protocols during these phases developed by the RCSC Management Team and Board of Directors specific to the facilities and activities offered here in Sun City AZ to ensure the continued well-being of both Cardholders and RCSC employees.

Due to the physical distancing requirements, it is imperative that Cardholders realize that admittance to facilities will remain extremely restricted and that no congregating nor waiting for available space to become available will be allowed. Your understanding and cooperation as we deal with these limitations may alter how we proceed going forward through these phases.

Below are the requirements and restrictions which must be adhered to as we proceed through each Phase as we begin the process of re-opening RCSC facilities.

PHASE ONE

  • No guests or visitors allowed.
  • Strict physical distancing requiring a minimum of six (6) feet of space between people at all times with preferably more distance when available.
  • All indoor facilities, excluding Sundial pools and indoor spas, require face masks.
  • All outdoor facilities, excluding walking pools, do not require face masks. Face masks are required for walking pools as there are turn-arounds where walkers cross and it allows faster walkers to safely pass slower walkers.
  • Use of hand sanitizer required upon entry.
  • Sanitation protocols include sanitization of equipment, tools, workstations, chairs, stools, seating, tables, pens/pencils and anything handled by more than one person prior to use by each Cardholder.
  • Members must not use equipment that is positioned within six (6) feet of another piece of equipment until the adjacent equipment is not in use.
  • Cardholders must adhere to all Phase One facility rules and regulations.
  • Any activity that does or can cause contact between two people cannot be re-opened in Phase One.

PHASE TWO (Effective Date to be Determined)

  • No guests or visitors allowed.
  • Moderate physical distancing requiring a minimum of six (6) feet of space between people excluding an occasional situation when such is not possible unless Phase Two facility rules require otherwise which will be posted.
  • All indoor facilities, excluding Sundial pools and indoor spas, require face masks.
  • All outdoor facilities, excluding walking pools, do not require face masks. Face masks are required for walking pools as there are turn arounds where walkers cross and it allows faster walkers to safely pass slower walkers.
  • Use of hand sanitizer required upon entry.
  • Sanitation protocols include sanitization of equipment, tools, counters, workstations, chairs, stools, seating, tables, pens/pencils and anything handled by more than one person prior to use by each Cardholder
  • Members must not use equipment that is positioned within six (6) feet of another piece of equipment until the adjacent equipment is not in use.
  • Cardholders must adhere to all Phase Two facility rules and regulations.
  • Any activity that does or can cause contact between two people cannot be re-opened in Phase Two.

PHASE THREE (Effective Date to be Determined)

  • Guests and visitors allowed.
  • Limited physical distancing requiring as much space as possible.
  • Use of hand sanitizer required upon entry.
  • Sanitation protocols include sanitization of equipment, tools, counters, workstations, chairs, stools, seating, tables, pens/pencils and anything handled by more than one person prior to use.
  • Cardholders must adhere to all Phase Three facility rules and regulations.
  • Any activity that does or can cause contact between two people can be re-opened in Phase Three.

CARDHOLDERS SHOULD BE ADVISED OF CDC & EXECUTIVE ORDER RECOMMENDATIONS DURING PHASE ONE & PHASE TWO

  • All vulnerable individuals are advised to take reasonable steps to continue limiting their time away from their place of residence or property.
    • Vulnerable individuals are defined as individuals 65 and older and/or individuals with serious underlying health conditions, including high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, obesity, asthma, and those whose immune system is compromised such as by chemotherapy for cancer and other conditions requiring such therapy.
  • Individuals who are symptomatic must stay home.
  • Individuals who have a fever (100.4 F or higher) must stay home.
  • Individuals must wash their hands thoroughly and frequently.

ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE DURING EACH PHASE

The following activities will be available either during Phase One or Phase Two at the various recreation centers. Please note that all of the requirements and restrictions listed above must be adhered to in additional to the caveats below for specific activities:

Phase One – Activities

  • Fitness Centers
  • Pools & Spas, Indoor & Outdoor (Bell’s pools & outdoor spa will continue to be closed, re-opening Thursday, May 28, 2020 in order to complete re-decking project)
  • Duffeeland Dog Park
  • Hillside Park at Lakeview– Walking Trail, Fishing, Row Boats only (no Paddleboats)
  • Horseshoes (only 2 persons per court
  • Lawn Bowling (only 2 persons at each end of each rink) Locker & Changing Rooms, Showers & Restrooms (no lockers at Sundial due to key/card exchange)
  • Miniature Golf (only 2 persons per hole)
  • Pickleball (only 2 persons per court)
  • Row Boats (only one person per boat)
  • Shuffleboard (Outdoor at Lakeview only with only 2 persons per court)
  • Table Tennis (only 2 persons per table)
  • Tennis (only 2 persons per court)
  • Tracks – Indoor & Outdoor

Phase Two – Activities

  • Bowling (only 3 players per lane)
  • Billiards (only 2 players per table)
  • Darts (only 2 players per machine)
  • Shuffleboard (Indoor at Bell – only 2 players per court)

When Phase Three has been reached, vulnerable individuals may resume various activities and public interactions, but should continue to practice physical distancing, minimizing exposure to social settings where distancing may not be practical, unless precautionary measures are observed.

RCSC BOARD & COMMITTEE MEETINGS:

RCSC Board Meetings will resume starting on Thursday, May 28, 2020 with the RCSC Board of Directors Meeting in the Sundial Auditorium at 9am. Face masks, hand sanitation upon entry and strict physical distancing will be required. Committee meetings scheduled will also require these protocols to be followed and upcoming committee meetings will be posted on the website.

RCSC ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES AT LAKEVIEW
Corporate/Board, Cardholder Services, Chartered Clubs, Human ResourcesAll administrative offices at Lakeview Center will resume normal business hours starting in Phase One. There will be face masks, hand sanitation upon entering and physical distancing required. In addition, a maximum of only two (2) Cardholders at any one time will be allowed in the waiting areas excluding Cardholders Services which can accommodate six (6) Cardholders in its waiting area. Appointments to meet with staff at Corporate/Board, Chartered Clubs and Human Resources offices are highly recommended during Phase One and Phase Two.

RCSC CHARTERED CLUBS:

All Club Presidents are in the process of being contacted and are being asked to determine what phase they can meet the requirements to re-open. Once clarified, individual Chartered Clubs will be allowed to re-open. Again, no guests or visitors will be allowed to participate in any Chartered Club activities until Phase Three.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT:

All events and entertainment scheduled throughout the summer have been cancelled. We hope to resume with the Fall 2020 Sun Bowl Concert Series beginning on Sunday, September 27, 2020. More detailed information about events will be released at a later date. The Events & Entertainment Office located at Sundial Center will remain closed to Cardholders until Phase Three; however, phone calls and emails are being addressed as they are received on an on-going basis.

A FINAL NOTE TO CARDHOLDERS:

Your patience, understanding and many kind words during this very difficult time have truly been appreciated. We start the process into this new normal going forward one phase at a time, one day at a time, knowing that this transition has been challenging from all sides and wish only the best for everyone’s well-being and continued good health.

ATTACHMENT: Phased Re-opening Plan

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