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Mayor Libby Schaaf announced the opening of a new COVID-19 test site at the Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center for direct service providers, such as healthcare workers, grocery store employees, homeless outreach workers, and many other groups who work directly with the public.
Playgrounds, dog parks, picnic areas, outdoor recreation areas closed, and construction prohibited until at least May 3.
Public safety and other essential functions will not be interrupted.
Citywide Communications Director
