NEW JERSEY – There weren’t too many problems during the first weekend that state and some county parks were open, according to the State Attorney General’s Office.
Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and New Jersey State Police Superintendent Colonel Patrick J. Callahan thanked and praised residents for their overwhelming compliance with social distancing rules.
All 21 counties reported to the state that there were a few challenges with large crowds, and that there were no significant enforcement issues. Some parks had to be closed once they reached capacity. Some people had to be reminded that picnicking, team sports and the use of playgrounds was not allowed.
“After a month of staying at home, it was no surprise that families needed some fun in the sun and quickly filled parks to capacity, creating challenges for law enforcement,” said Attorney General Grewal. “What is heartening is the overwhelming degree of compliance reported by police, who found people social distancing and needing only gentle reminders to fold up their picnic blanket or keep their children off of beckoning swings and slides. People kept safety in mind this weekend, and I encourage everyone to keep up the great work so that we continue on this road to recovery.”
“New Jersey residents continue to serve as a national model for best social distancing practices, and that could not have been more apparent than this past weekend when the vast majority of our residents enjoyed our state parks and beaches responsibly,” said Callahan. “The very reason we have been able to begin reopening is because our citizens have chosen to put the greater good of the public first, but the only way we will be able to keep moving forward is if we continue to stay the course.”
