The Township of Clearview is restricting access to recreation facilities, library branches and its administration centre for residents from COVID-19 hotspots.

In a press release, the township said it’s following a recommendation from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s (SMDHU) Medical Officer of Health.

In a letter to municipalities last week, Dr. Charles Gardner strongly urged this action be taken to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus from higher transmission areas to lower transmission areas. 

The township also announced it would start rotating in-person and remote staff shits on Dec. 7.

As a result, alternate opening hours for the administration centre and Creemore Branch of the Clearview Public Library will be in effect. 

The administration centre will begin closing for lunch between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. The drop box located at the Gideon Street entrance will be accessible during this time. The Creemore Branch of the Clearview Public Library will close between 1 and 2 p.m. on Fridays. 

As staff will alternate working remotely and in-person, residents are encouraged, where possible, to schedule appointments. Staff can also be contacted by email and over the phone for those wishing to remain safer at home. Clearview’s staff directory can be accessed online by visiting