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Good morning Lawton, 9 April 2020

The Mayor Pro Tem and I have agreed that the spirit of the council's action on controlling crowding at City of Lawton owned property can be met by limiting the issuance of permits to only City of Lawton & Comanche County residents. City Council seemed concerned about the fact that Texas recently closed its State Parks which would send crowds to nearby properties remaining open.
Therefore, these regulations have been implemented, effective immediately:
• Individuals with current Hunting or Fishing permits, may hunt or fish on City of Lawton property following social distancing guidelines.

• City of Lawton & Comanche County residents may still purchase Hunting, Fishing, or boating permits under the Civil Emergency. An ID and/or utility bill should be used during purchasing of permits to verify a person’s address.

• Pleasure boating will not be allowed at this time. Social distancing guidelines must be used when in a boat for any reason allowed.

This is a fluid situation, and if crowding becomes an issue, which would raise the concern of community spread of the virus, further action may be taken.
Social Distancing Saves Lives.
Very Respectfully,
Mayor Stan Booker, City of Lawton