The following statement was issued by the town and village board along with support from Legislator Julie Abbott-Kenan
The County, Town and Village are working diligently to keep residents safe and informed with
accurate information. With the recent rise of positive COVID-19 cases in Skaneateles, we want
to remind our residents and visitors to wear face coverings, practice social distancing and avoid
planning or attending large social events.
We all know that the wonderful weather that we are experiencing this summer invites gatherings
on the Lake and outdoor parties. We understand that after these difficult few months, everyone
wants a return to normal. We want that too.
Unfortunately, the recent activities of some have had consequences that impact our community
and in turn could also impact the reopening of schools. It could also halt or reverse our progress
in terms of reopening much of our economy, including restaurants, gyms, movie theaters and
event centers.
This past week, in an abundance of caution and with direction from the Onondaga County
Department of Health, the Town of Skaneateles closed the swim area at Clift Park due to
unconfirmed possible exposure to COVID-19. This has impacted many residents who rely on
the swim area as their only way to enjoy the lake. The Health Department will notify us when the
swim area will be able to resume operation.
We urge you to think beyond you and your family. We can be the model for how a community
handles COVID-19, instead of a front page story in the newspaper for disregarding state
guidelines. Our health and livelihood and our economic vitality depend on each of us. Please
join us in working together as a community to stay healthy and safe.
