Masks recommended—but not required—for LW rec venues
GRF AMENTIES UPDATE
by Kathy Thayer
assistant recreation manager
The GRF Board has lifted the indoor mask mandate it implemented at the Oct. 26 meeting. Effective immediately, residents do not have to wear masks (although they are strongly recommended) at GRF recreation venues, such as the Fitness Center and clubhouses, among others. As a private community, the GRF may apply safety measures as it deems appropriate within government guidelines. There have been no new confirmed COVID cases reported in LW for about six weeks (since Delta ran its course). Therefore the GRF Board agreed to reduce the mask mandate to a “strongly recommended” status in LW amenities. Masks are still required as follows:
• Per NOCE (learning center) guidelines, face masks will be required while attending any NOCE classes.
• GRF staff members are required to wear face masks.
• A face mask is still required in any GRF business and/or the Administration offices. Most clubs and organizations have returned to in-person meetings, but a few have opted to meet online. Residents should check with individual clubs to confirm their meeting status. GRF committee meetings may be attended in person or via live streaming at lwsb.com. Most Mutual meetings are returning to conference rooms in November, but check with directors for specific Mutual schedules.
The board also agreed to open the Game Room in Clubhouse 2 to LW guests under 18 years of age for a six-month trial period. Sign-in sheets have been provided to get an accurate count of how many children are using this amenity. The LW resident, not the parent of the child, must be present at all times, and is responsible for his or her behavior. The holidays will soon be upon us, and Recreation is busy planning events. Be sure to save these dates for upcoming celebrations you won’t want to miss:
• Tuesday, Nov. 30: Menorah Lighting, Veterans Plaza, 4:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Dec. 1: Christmas Tree Lighting, Veterans Plaza, 4:30 p.m.
• Friday, Dec. 10: Toys for Tots Show, Clubhouse 4, 7 p.m.
• Tuesday, Dec.14: Family and Friends Photo Op with Santa and his elves, Clubhouse 4, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Watch the LW Weekly for more information on all these events and more.
For more information, contact kathyt@lwsb.com or call (562) 431-6586, ext. 398.
