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Parks & Rec’s summer day camps return July 6
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s high-quality summer camps will return on July 6. But due to COVID-19, camps will operate in a different way this year.
Parks & Rec has created a plan to keep campers and staff safe. Our plan follows Philadelphia Department of Public Health guidance. These guidelines are part of Philadelphia’s Safer-at-Home plan.
This summer our camps will:
- Operate Monday to Friday
- Begin on Monday, July 6
- End on Friday, August 14.
What will be different this year?
General Guidelines
- Before or after camp care will not be available.
- All theme camps (eg. Performing Arts, Swim for Life) are canceled.
- There will be no pool visits or field trips.
- Larger camps may be split between nearby sites due to camp size limits.
- Staff will disinfect buildings and shared equipment throughout the day.
- If a camper or someone in their household is diagnosed with or exposed to COVID-19:
- The camper must quarantine at home for 14 days
- Parents/guardians may receive a refund on a prorated basis.
Phased Reopening Progress
SAFER AT HOME PHASE
Outdoor recreation areas
Outdoor activities and exercise are allowed with household members and caretakers if social distancing rules are followed.
Restaurants
Open for takeout and delivery only.
Retail Stores
In-person retail is allowed, curbside and delivery are still recommended.
Government services
Essential services remain open. All City government buildings are closed to the public.
Places of worship
In-person religious gatherings are allowed with social distancing and capacity limits.
Theaters and event spaces: Closed.
Gyms and fitness studios: Closed.
Salons and barbershops: Closed.
City will not turn off water for non-payment until July 10
In a continued effort to provide support during the COVID-19 health emergency, The City of Philadelphia is extending its water shutoff protection measure. Both residential and commercial water customers won’t face shutoffs for non-payment of bills until July 10.
The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) and the Water Revenue Bureau have also suspended all penalties and late fees for unpaid water bills until further notice.
If you can pay your water bill, please continue to do so. This revenue helps fund important water projects that are vital to everyday life in Philadelphia.
We believe access to clean, safe water is essential in overcoming the current pandemic. In recent weeks, PWD has restored water service to more than 15,000 customers who were previously disconnected for non-payment.
Although unpaid bills will not result in a shutoff through July 10, you should still pay your bill as the balance will continue to grow.
There are several, easy ways to pay:
- Online: phila.gov/waterbill
- Over the telephone, by calling (877) 309-3709, or
- Mail, by sending a check payable to “City of Philadelphia” to:
Water Revenue Bureau
P.O. Box 41496
Philadelphia, PA 19101-1496
If you can’t afford your water bill, help is available:
- Apply for water bill help
- Enroll in The City’s Tiered Assistance Program (TAP)
- Apply for a Special Hardship discount.
The Water Revenue Bureau has limited resources, with many staff working remotely. Customers may experience longer processing times for assistance applications and increased wait times in the PWD contact center.
About this finder
This tool can help you find a free COVID-19 test in Philadelphia. (See our FAQ for more information about who should get tested.) You can:
- Search for a testing site by address.
- Click on a map location for specific site information.
- Filter the site list by the tags provided.
Find out if you’re eligible
Each site has different requirements. No testing sites require payment, insurance, or proof of citizenship. But, some sites may:
- Limit testing to people who meet certain criteria.
- Require an appointment.
- Require a referral from your doctor.
- Ask you to stay in your car (for drive-thru sites).
Check a location’s specific details on the map. Then, call or visit the provider’s website before going for a test.
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