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Walkers said they hope those disobeying the rules don't end up ruining it for them.

"Getting outside and clearing your head is really important for people. I think it's not even important for college students, but for elderly people, stay-at-home moms. It is really refreshing," Cami Lund said.

"I get it why this is a concern just because people are standing so close to each other and it is really scary," Maddie Dorsey said. "But I mean, we are all stuck inside. It's not good for our mental health."

Officials are encouraging everyone to use their local neighborhood parks and avoid the busiest ones in the city.