N. Caldwell Reopens Tennis Courts, Liberty Park With Restrictions

NORTH CALDWELL, NJ — As New Jersey starts to reopen following its coronavirus shutdown, North Caldwell has also begun rolling out its own “phase one” plans.

Last Saturday, the borough reopened its upper tennis courts (no. 4, 5 and 6) to single play only. The hours of operation are daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Use of the courts are strictly for members only. All residents must register via Community Pass for access.

According to the municipal website, the following policies have been established to ensure the health and safety of all residents:

1) Masks MUST be worn at all times except when in play.

2) Each player MUST use hand sanitizer before entering the courts and after exiting the courts. The hand sanitizer unit is located next to the entrance of the upper courts.

3) The restrooms at Liberty Park will remain CLOSED.

4) No spectators are permitted on the courts.

5) Members must maintain social distancing (no closer than 6 feet to another player) in addition to all other guidelines set forth by the CDC, State of New Jersey and local health departments all of which are subject to change from time to time as conditions evolve.

6. Members may not enter the tennis courts until the previous players have exited the courts.

7. Single play ONLY. No Doubles. Only 2 players allowed per court.

8. One-hour maximum court time use (courts change over every hour). Players must vacate court after playing if someone else is waiting.

“At this time, please go onto Community Pass and sign-up for your seasonal tennis membership,” a borough notice stated. “Any questions, please email Bill Maranz, recreation director at [email protected] or Samantha O'Neill, program director at [email protected].”

LIBERTY PARK IS OPEN

According to the municipal website, Liberty Park is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., subject to Gov. Phil Murphy’s Executive Order 133.

All visitors are required to wear masks and practice 6-foot social distancing. Only “passive” recreation is permitted, and the playing of sports or use of equipment is prohibited. Restrooms and all other facilities remain closed. The turf field and walking path are open solely for walking, running or jogging.

• See related article: Essex County Reopens Parks, Golf Courses With Some Restrictions

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