Several popular Town of Clarence events cancelled

In an COVID-19 update on Sunday night, the Town of Clarence announced cancellation of a number of events, some of which are often well supported by residents in the Akron/Newstead area.

Large events cancelled by the groups planning them include: the Lobster Fest, Clarence Hollowfest, Summer Concert Series, Rock the Barn.  Previously Bark in the Park and the Memorial Day Parade were cancelled.

On hold until further notice are Town Park Clubhouse, Legion Hall, and Pavilion bookings.  Summer sports leagues are on hold in the Town of Clarence and basketball courts, ball diamonds, soccer, and football fields remain closed, as do playgrounds.

Clarence Town Board Meetings and other Town Meetings are also on hold (Work sessions may be held via zoom and are posted on the Town of Clarence website with the zoom information).

All Clarence Summer Recreation programs, including playgrounds and crafts and all Summer Youth Bureau Programs are cancelled for the summer of 2020 and the Town pool will not open.  A reminder that no large gatherings are allowed on the bike paths and at the parks was issued.

All Town of Clarence Departments are back full-time working with limited public access. Please call the department you have business with to make an appointment and the public is required to wear masks in Town Departments. The Youth and Recreation departments are closed.

Due to the unknown financial impact the Town of Clarence will be facing, they have implemented a hiring freeze and no overtime is allowed unless approved by the Town Supervisor.

The Town of Clarence has asked departments to hold off on large projects/purchases until further notice.

For further information, visit their website on the home page under breaking news and there are links for COVID-19 Information at: https://www2.erie.gov/clarence/