Cleaning increased across region

Lockyer Valley Regional Council has significantly increased cleaning practices in public spaces in a move to keep the community safe throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

Council closed all public park playgrounds, outdoor gyms and skate parks late last month, in line with Federal Government health directives.

Lockyer Valley Mayor, Cr Tanya Milligan said Council had boosted cleaning standards in those public spaces that remained open throughout the region.

"Our outside crews have allocated additional hours daily to safeguard our community.

"Seating and bins in our main streets are being cleaned daily, while our high-use public toilets are being cleaned twice daily.

"The frequency of cleaning other public toilets and seating in many other locations has also been increased substantially.

"We've allocated extra hours every week to give our community peace of mind that Council is doing their part to keep everyone safe.

"Council is aware that soap is being used at some of our public toilets faster than usual and is refilling dispensers more often, however limited supplies and an increase in vandalism and stealing of soap across our public toilets has resulted in a depletion of resources.

"We assure our community we will continue to do what we can to ensure the safety of our residents and we encourage residents to utilise their own hand sanitiser/wipes when needed.

"We plan to continue this standard of cleaning while public facilities of this nature remain open during the COVID-19 crisis," Mayor Milligan said.

For further information contact Council on 1300 005 872.