Charlottesville mayor: UVa reopening plan 'a recipe for disaster'

CHARLOTTESVILLE — Charlottesville Mayor Nikuyah Walker on Monday called the University of Virginia’s plan to allow students on Grounds and have in-person classes “a recipe for disaster.”

Walker held a virtual news conference with several local officials Monday to discuss the coronavirus pandemic and safety measures local residents should be taking.

Walker’s comments came as local government, health and K-12 schools officials are starting to sound the alarm over the possible negative repercussions of bringing college students back to the area. In the news conference, Walker mentioned officials have received reports of house parties and other large gatherings.

She said a social media post has been circulating recently showing a crowded party with UVa students.

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(Lynchburg News & Advance)